Check out the latest networking events in the Upstate, Nov. 15-21.
Nov. 15
Upstate Connect – A Taste of the Holidays
- What: Get ready for the holiday season with Ten at the Top as we taste samples of delicious seasonal fare from local minority businesses.
- When: 9-10:15 a.m.
- Where: Six & Twenty Distillery, 556 Perry Ave., B103, Greenville
- Info: Register here.
Nov. 19
Celebrating Upstate Successes 2024
- What: Join Ten at the Top for this event, which will recognize organizations and individuals from across the Upstate for their great work in the region. The finalists for the Hughes Investments Elevate Upstate Community Vibrancy grants will also make their presentations and the winners will be announced.
- When: 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Where: Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Drive, Greenville
- Info: $20 per person; register here.
Mastering Cash Flow Management – Uncover Hidden Business Profits
- What: Join our webinar to discover how to efficiently streamline overhead, strategically manage debt and ensure you’re paying yourself what you’re truly worth.
- When: 1-2 p.m.
- Where: Virtual meeting
- Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org; register here.
Business After Hours
- What: Join the Fountain Inn Chamber for this evening networking event.
- When: 5-7 p.m.
- Where: Cucina 100, 100 S. Main St., Fountain Inn
- Info: Free for Fountain Inn Chamber members and their guests, $10 per nonmember; Marnie Schwartz-Hanley at meshanley@fountaininnchamber.org.
Nov. 20

IGNITE Greer
- What: Join the Platform @ Greer for this networking event.
- When: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
- Where: Cartwright Food Hall, 215 Trade St., Greer
- Info: Platform @ Greer at 864-416-0127.
Greer Means Business
- What: Join the Greer Chamber for this networking event.
- When: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
- Where: United Bank, 601 N. Main St., Greer
- Info: Register here.
Links Group #4
- What: This noncompete leads group offers business networking and referral marketing.
- When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Where: Greenville Chamber, 550 S. Main St., Suite 550, Greenville
- Info: Greg Dietz at gdietz@greenvillechamber.org or 864-242-1050
Nov. 21
SBA Loan Opportunities for Minority-Owned Businesses – Programs, Benefits and Eligibility
- What: In this webinar, our presenter will explain the different types of loans, how to apply for SBA loans and what lenders expect from applicants so you can confidently navigate the SBA loan application process and make informed decisions.
- When: 1-2 p.m.
- Where: Virtual meeting
- Info: 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: Medical Group of the Carolinas – Five Forks, 2801 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville
- Info: Free for Simpsonville Chamber members, $5 per nonmember; Whitney Ferguson at 864-963-3781 or wferguson@simpsonvillechamber.com.
The 2024 Annual Celebration: Spartanburg In Motion
- What: Join OneSpartanburg Inc. as it celebrates trailblazing businesses, exemplary community leaders, and all of the business, economic, talent and tourism development wins that are helping create a dynamic future for Spartanburg County. The night will kick off with a brief awards program before networking, live music and a Taste of Spartanburg featuring dishes from some of the county’s most popular restaurants.
- When: 5-8 p.m.
- Where: Indigo Hall Events, 190 Ezell St., Spartanburg
- Info: $90 per OneSpartanburg Inc. member, $135 per nonmember; Megan Mastin at mmastin@onespartanburginc.com.



