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SBDC & Partner
Training & Events

Lancaster, SC

FEB
27
Feb. Lunch and Learn: “The Dark Side of Women’s History: How Female Serial Killers Defy the Narrative”
Friday Feb 27, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST

119 S. Main St. Lancaster South Carolina 29720

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3XYCWF9

Rock Hill

York County Regional Chamber

FEB
26
2026 Annual Awards Celebration
Thursday, February 26
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EST)

Rock Hill Sports & Event Center
326 Technology Center Way
Rock Hill, SC 29730

Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring the people, businesses, and leaders shaping York County’s future, set against a galaxy-inspired backdrop of recognition and inspiration. We’ll celebrate excellence, spotlight innovation and community impact, and look ahead to what’s next for our region.

Online

SC SBDC

FEB
26
Protecting Your Biggest Assets
2/26/2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EST)

Online

This essential webinar will guide you through the complex strategic and legal challenges facing employee-owned businesses today. Learn to master critical areas, including effective Intellectual Property (IP) documentation tied to business management and navigating the IP concerns of owner-employees. We will also provide crucial strategies for integrating new hires, mitigating Artificial Intelligence (AI) risks, and balancing the demands of scaleability versus saleability to ensure your company maintains its competitive advantage.

Online

Charleston Area SBDC Offices

FEB
25
Review of the changes to the FAR - Federal Acquisition Regulation
2/25/2026
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EST)

Online

Under the President’s Executive Order, Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement, the Federal government is undertaking the first-ever comprehensive overhaul of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

Led by the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) and the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (FAR Council), this initiative will return the FAR to its statutory roots, rewrite it in plain language, and remove most non-statutory rules. In addition, non-regulatory buying guides will provide practical strategies grounded in common sense while remaining outside the FAR.

Chester, SC

FEB
20
Chester Civitans Club's Pancake Supper
Friday, February 20, 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EST)

Gene’s Restaurant
156 Gadsden St
Chester, SC 29706 United States

Online

SC SBDC and SC CCR&R

FEB
19
Building Blocks: Marketing
2/19/2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (EST)

Online

Join the SC SBDC and SC CCR&R for a series of essential workshops designed to help you build and grow a successful childcare business. Marketing: Develop the essential strategies to effectively promote a childcare center, how to use the referral platform, and the importance of networking

Online

U.S. Small Business Administration Office of International Trade

FEB
19
SBA Export Loan Programs for Lenders
2/19/2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EST)

Online

This webinar has been designed for South Carolina lenders. The objective of the webinar is to explain the benefits of the SBA Working Capital Program and the new MARC (Manufacturer's Access to Revolving Credit) loan program. These loan programs can be used to fund small business owners who are importing or exporting and who need financing for domestic or international initiatives.

Lancaster

Lancaster C.O.C.

FEB
19
Morning Business Connection Lancaster
Thursday Feb 19, 2026
8:30AM - 9:30AM

Chastain's Studio Lofts

107 S. Main St. Lancaster, SC 29720

Morning Business Connections are free monthly meetings that provide residents of the county the opportunity to hear from Chamber members on various unique topics as well as network with fellow members and residents.

Richburg, SC,

FEB
14
Carolina Black Expo
Saturday, February 14, 2026
10 am until 11 pm

The Gateway Conference Center
3200 Commerce Dr # C
Richburg, SC, 29729 United States

Online

SC SBDC and SC CCR&R

FEB
12
Building Blocks: Operating a Business
2/12/2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (EST)

Online

Join the SC SBDC and SC CCR&R for a series of essential workshops designed to help you build and grow a successful childcare business. Operating a Business: Review the importance of accounting systems and best hiring practices for childcare centers.

Fort Mill

FEB
12
Coffee and Connections Networking
Thursday, February 12
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM (EST)

Family Trust Federal Credit Union
430 Mercantile Pl
Fort Mill, SC 29715 United States

Start your day with purpose at Coffee & Connections, the York County Regional Chamber’s members-only networking event. Designed to bring our business community together, this gathering is all about building relationships that matter.

Rock Hill

York County Regional Chamber of Commerce

FEB
11
Member Orientation
Wednesday, February 11
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM (EST)

York County Regional Chamber of Commerce
116 E Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29730 United States

New to the Chamber and wondering how to make the most of your membership? Or maybe you’re a seasoned member ready to unlock even more value? Join us for Member Orientation to connect with fellow professionals and discover all the tools available to you as part of your Chamber investment.

Richburg, SC

FEB
11
Ribbon Cutting: DR Horton
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (EST)

D.R. Horton - Stanton Community
1305 Lily Drive
Richburg, SC 29729 United States

Ribbon Cutting: DR Horton

Simpsonville, SC

SBA event

FEB
10
Small Business Marketing Workshop - Five Forks, SC
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
3:00 - 5:00 p.m. EST

Five Forks Library
104 Sunnydale Dr.
Simpsonville, SC 29681

Everyone talks about it, a few actually do it but few are successful at marketing. This course explains various means of marketing a small business and allows attendees to share best practices based on instructor lead examples.

Spartanburg SC 29303

Clemson Region SC SBDC

FEB
10
Milliken Mentorship Education Series - Financial Readiness (HYBRID)
2/10/2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EST)

Spartanburg SC 29303

Join us for a powerful session designed to help you master cash flow, credit, compliance, and financial strategy. Discover how building strong financial relationships and sharpening your communication skills can set your business apart and open doors to valuable supplier opportunities.

Online

SC SBDC and SBA

FEB
10
Are You Loan Ready?
2/10/2026
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EST)

Online

Join the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) and Small Business Administration (SBA) financial experts as they talk about the benefits of creating a financial plan and obtaining a loan. This one-hour, online webinar/workshop will prepare business owners who are seeking funding to start or grow their businesses.

Lancaster

Lancaster C.O.C.

FEB
6
Morning Business Connection Indian Land
Friday Feb 6, 2026
8:30AM - 9:30AM

CrossRidge Cafe

CrossRidge Cafe
2001 Parkway Dr
Indian Land, SC 29707

Morning Business Connections are free monthly meetings that provide residents of the county the opportunity to hear from Chamber members on various unique topics as well as network with fellow members and residents.

Richburg, SC

FEB
5
2026 Annual Gala
Thursday Feb 5, 2026
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

3200 Commerce Dr # C, Richburg, SC 29729

Join us in celebrating the Lancaster County Chamber’s 70-Year Legacy at the 2026 Annual Gala!

Spartanburg, SC

FEB
5
Pizza & Networking
February 5, 2026
4:45 PM - 6:30 PM

OneSpartanburg, Inc., 105 N Pine St, Spartanburg, SC 29302

This fun event is exclusive to TATT board members, funding partners and community partners with a target audience of 35-45 people to allow for meaningful networking in a small group setting.

We are excited to be hosting this event at OneSpartanburg, Inc. with President & CEO Allen Smith speaking.

Online

SC SBDC and SC CCR&R

FEB
5
Building Blocks: Business Planning - Financial Management
2/5/2026
2/5/2026 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (EST)

Online

Join the SC SBDC and SC CCR&R for a series of essential workshops designed to help you build and grow a successful childcare business. Business Planning - Financial Management: Discover the key strategies for business planning and financial management that will drive sustainability and growth in your childcare business.

Chester

FEB
4
Ribbon Cutting: JamRock Jerk Spot
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EST)

JamRock Jerk Spot
2091 JA Cochran Bypass Suite E
Chester, SC 29706 United States

Ribbon Cutting

Lancaster, SC

FEB
4
Leadership Lancaster: Health Care/Social Services Day
Wednesday Feb 4, 2026

Private event held for Leadership Lancaster participants.

Online

SC SBDC and SC CCR&R

JAN
29
Building Blocks: Intro to Small Business Child Care
1/29/2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (EST)

Join the SC SBDC and SC CCR&R for a series of essential workshops designed to help you build and grow a successful childcare business. Intro to Small Business Child Care: Meet SC SBDC and CCR&R team members to learn what a small business childcare centers need to succeed

Spartanburg SC 29303

Clemson Region SC SBDC

JAN
27
Milliken Mentorship Education Series - A Business Worth Owning (HYBRID)
1/27/2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EST)

Spartanburg SC 29303

Discover how strategic vision, differentiation, and sustainability can transform your business into one worth owning.
Learn to leverage AI tools for sharper market insights, competitor analysis, and smarter decision-making.
Strengthen essential soft skills to elevate your leadership, expand your network, and build lasting stakeholder relationships.

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