Check out the latest networking events in the Upstate, April 4-10.
April 7
South Carolina Resilience Conference
- What: The second annual South Carolina Resilience Conference is one of the many initiatives of South Carolina 7, a partnership project between two South Carolina nonprofit organizations — the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor and Global Eco Adventures. This one-of-a-kind conference brings together leaders, innovators and advocates from diverse fields to delve into pressing issues, share insights and forge collaborative pathways toward a healthier, more sustainable future. The 2025 conference lineup features Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette; Ben Duncan, South Carolina chief resilience officer; Tom Mullikin, director of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources; Sarah Lyles, executive director of PalmettoPride; and Raleigh West, director of South Carolina Conservation Bank.
- When: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Where: Hyatt Regency 220 N. Main St., Greenville
- Info: $475 per person; register here.
April 8
Coffee Connections Referral Group
- What: Join the Mauldin Chamber for this networking event.
- 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.
South Carolina Resilience Conference
- What: The second annual South Carolina Resilience Conference is one of the many initiatives of South Carolina 7, a partnership project between two South Carolina nonprofit organizations — the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor and Global Eco Adventures. This one-of-a-kind conference brings together leaders, innovators and advocates from diverse fields to delve into pressing issues, share insights and forge collaborative pathways toward a healthier, more sustainable future. The 2025 conference lineup features Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette; Ben Duncan, South Carolina chief resilience officer; Tom Mullikin, director of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources; Sarah Lyles, executive director of PalmettoPride; and Raleigh West, director of South Carolina Conservation Bank.
- When: 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
- Where: Hyatt Regency 220 N. Main St., Greenville
- Info: $425 per person through March 14, $475 per person March 15-April 4; register here.
Caffeinated Conversations
- What: Join OneSpartanburg Inc. for this morning networking event featuring guest speaker Todd Leahy of the Chapman Cultural Center.
- When: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
- Where: OneSpartanburg Inc., 105 N. Pine St., Milliken Board Room, Spartanburg
- Info: Free for OneSpartaburg Inc members, $5 per Power Up participant, $10 per nonmember; register here.
How to Start a Nonprofit
- What: This workshop is for anyone looking to start a nonprofit and is committed to providing a community service. The presenter will show you, step by step, how he set up a nonprofit in six months without a lawyer, how to create a legal non-profit structure, mapping out program service and making the case for funding.
- When: Noon-1 p.m.
- Where: Webinar
- Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org; register here.
April 9
South Carolina Resilience Conference
- What: The second annual South Carolina Resilience Conference is one of the many initiatives of South Carolina 7, a partnership project between two South Carolina nonprofit organizations — the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor and Global Eco Adventures. This one-of-a-kind conference brings together leaders, innovators and advocates from diverse fields to delve into pressing issues, share insights and forge collaborative pathways toward a healthier, more sustainable future. The 2025 conference lineup features Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette; Ben Duncan, South Carolina chief resilience officer; Tom Mullikin, director of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources; Sarah Lyles, executive director of PalmettoPride; and Raleigh West, director of South Carolina Conservation Bank.
- When: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Where: Hyatt Regency 220 N. Main St., Greenville
- Info: $425 per person through March 14, $475 per person March 15-April 4; register here.
Greer Means Business
- What: Join the Greer Chamber for this networking event.
- When: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
- Where: Greer Relief and Resources Agency Inc., 113C Berry Ave., Greer
- Info: Register here.
GCYP Connect
- What: Join Greenville Chamber Young Professionals at this networking event.
- When: 5-7 p.m.
- Where: Hoppin’, 120 N. Markley St., Suite 202, Greenville
- Info: Free for GCYP members, $16 per nonmember; Cheryl Garrison at cgarrison@greenvillechamber.org.
April 10
‘AI: Do’s and Don’ts’ presented by attorney Doug Lineberry
- What: This webinar provides an essential guide to navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. Designed for professionals, enthusiasts and decision makers, the session will explore practical insights on how to effectively use AI while avoiding common pitfalls.
- When: Noon-1 p.m.
- Where: Webinar
- Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org; register here.
How to Use Google Workspace in Your Business – Tips and Best Practices
- What: In this webinar, we will explore how you can use all the Google Workspace software to boost your small business’s efficiency, increase productivity, and enhance collaboration.
- When: 1-2 p.m.
- Where: Webinar
- Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org; register here.
TATT CHAT
- What: Join Ten at the Top for this virtual meeting featuring guest speakers Leah Quattlebaum of the South Carolina Department of Transportation and Keri Driggers of ABLE South Carolina as they discuss the topic “Momentum 2050: SCDOT’s Statewide Multimodal Transportation Plan.”
- When: 3-4 p.m.
- Where: Virtual meeting
- Info: Register here.
SYP & Social
- What: Join the Spartanburg Young Professionals for this networking event.
- When: 5:30-7 p.m.
- Where: The Hub Taproom, 578 N. Church St., Suite B, Spartanburg
- Info: $10 per person; register here.
