Check out the latest networking events in the Upstate, Aug. 22-28.
Aug. 25
Politics on Tap presented by Greenville Federal Credit Union
- What: Join the Greenville Chamber for this event featuring a local or state political leader who will discuss government issues.
- When: 5-5:45 p.m.
- Where: Community Tap, 217 Wade Hampton Blvd., Greenville
- Info: Matt Wills at mwills@greenvillechamber.org.
Aug. 26
Coffee Connections Referral Group
- What: Join the Mauldin Chamber to build valuable connections, share ideas and elevate your network.
- When: 8-9:30 a.m.
- Where: Mauldin Cultural Center, Rotary Room, 101 E. Butler Road, Mauldin
- Info: Mauldin Chamber at 864-297-1323 or info@mauldinchamber.org.
Business Before Hours
- What: Join the Fountain Inn Chamber for this networking event.
- When: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
- Where: Cedar Gap Community, 201 Roocroft Court, Fountain Inn
- Info: Free for Fountain Inn Chamber members, $5 per guest; Jamie Burnett at jcburnett@drhorton.com.
Greenville Greats
- What: The Greenville Greats program aims to showcase individuals whose vision, energy and hard work have substantially contributed to Greenville’s unique personality and quality of life.
- When: 8:30-10 a.m.
- Where: Fluor Field, AFL Champions Club, 945 S. Main St., Greenville
- Info: $35 per Greenville Chamber Young Professionals member, $50 per Greenville Chamber member, $75 per nonmember; Jennifer Powell at jpowell@greenvillechamber.org.
Lunch & Learn Series
- What: Join the Simpsonville Chamber for this networking event featuring a guest speaker.
- When: 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Where: Simpsonville Chamber, Prisma Health Conference Room, 105-A W. Curtis St., Simpsonville
- Info: $10 per Simpsonville Chamber member, $20 per nonmember; Whitney Ferguson at 864-963-3781 or wferguson@simpsonvillechamber.com.
The Fundamentals of Marketing- The Ezer Agency
- What: Learn some of the essential building blocks of marketing to attract, engage, and retain customers effectively.
- When: Noon-1 p.m.
- Where: Webinar
- Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org; register here.
Southeast Webinar in Partnership w/ TRUIST Bank, Business Finance Basics
- What: In this course, you’ll learn key elements of business finance basics to manage your cash flow, explore ways to expand your business, and understand insurance for your business.
- When: Noon-1 p.m.
- Where: Webinar
- Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org; register here.
Think Like a CEO – How to Structure Your Business for Sustainable Growth
- What: In this webinar, our expert presenter will walk you through the organizational framework that successful CEOs use to create sustainable growth without burning out.
- When: 1-2 p.m.
- Where: Webinar
- Info: $25 per person, Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org; register here.
SYP & Social
- What: Join OneSpartanburg Inc. for this networking event.
- When: 5-7 p.m.
- Where: Bond Street Wines, 145 W. Main St., Spartanburg
- Info: Register here.
Chamber Night at the Greenville Drive
- What: This annual tradition celebrates Chamber organizations from throughout the region.
- When: 5:45 p.m.
- Where: Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville
- Info: $8 per Greenville Chamber member; Anna-Grace Galloway at aggalloway@greenvillechamber.org.
Aug. 27
Lunch & Learn
- What: Join the Mauldin Police Department’s Community Outreach Team for this active-shooter training.
- When: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Where: Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E. Butler Road, Mauldin
- Info: Mauldin Chamber at 864-297-1323 or info@mauldinchamber.org.
Aug. 28
Made In America Manufacturing Roundtable
- What: Join industry leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs and policymakers for this forum, which is dedicated to strengthening U.S. manufacturing, advancing innovation and building a more resilient domestic supply chain.
- When: 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Where: Simpsonville Chamber, 105A W. Curtis St., Simpsonville
- Info: $10 per Simpsonville Chamber member, $20 per nonmember; Kaci Magyar at kmagyar@simpsonvillechamber.com.
‘How to Start a Nonprofit’
- What: This workshop is designed for anyone looking to start a nonprofit and committed to serving the community. The presenter will walk you through the step-by-step process he used to establish a non-profit in just six months — without a lawyer. You’ll learn how to create a legal nonprofit structure, design your program services and make a compelling case for funding.
- When: Noon-1 p.m.
- Where: Webinar
- Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org; register here.
How to Create an AI Integration Plan – Systematically Review Every Business Function
- What: In this webinar, you’ll learn how to create an AI integration plan and conduct a methodical review of all aspects of your business to determine exactly where AI can save you time, reduce costs and improve results.
- When: 1-2 p.m.
- Where: Webinar
- Info: $25 per person; Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org; register here.
Business After Hours
- What: Join the Simpsonville Chamber for this networking event.
- When: 5-7 p.m.
- Where: 317 Scuffletown Road, Simpsonville
- Info: Free for Simpsonville Chamber members, $5 per nonmember; Whitney Ferguson at 864-963-3781 or wferguson@simpsonvillechamber.com.
