SBDC & Partner
Training & Events

Meet one-on-one with lenders and resource partners available to support your small business needs. This event will be of greatest benefit to those with a business plan. This is a drop-in event. Light refreshments will be served.

Join us for an enlightening event where you’ll learn how to present your business in a compelling way that captures the interest of investors and bankers. This is your golden opportunity to perfect your pitch and take your business to new heights.

Join us for a wonderful evening with the warmth of community and care! We are excited to host our annual Fall Mix & Mingle alongside the exceptional providers of MUSC!

This webinar is designed to help small business owners understand their Federal and South Carolina State tax responsibilities.

This enlightening event will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of various funding sources. This is your golden opportunity to gain insights and guidance on how to secure capital for your business.

Guest speakers: Charles Appleby (Senior Advisor Coordinating Council for Workforce Development) and Robert Davis (Senior Analyst Coordinating Council for Workforce Development)

The plan is simple, one or two entrepreneurs will present their businesses to an audience consisting of YOU, mentors, advisers, business executives, and other entrepreneurs. Each entrepreneur will present for six minutes, followed by a 20-minute question-and-answer session with the audience.

Morning Business Connections are free monthly meetings that provide members the opportunity to hear from guest speakers on various unique topics as well as network with fellow members.

At each meeting, two local companies take the stage to share what they do and the challenges they're facing and overcoming in growing their businesses.

After each presentation, the crowd has a chance to both ask questions and offer helpful advice and insight.

These events are the quickest and easiest way to get involved in the thriving entrepreneurial community in York County. It's a place where we all can learn and grow and make valuable connections on a regular basis.

Need to design a website for your business? Need to increase your internet presence?

Join the SC SBDC for this one-hour, free online webinar and learn how to create an effective website for your small business.

Having a Business Model Canvas will jump-start your business plan and dive right into the most important aspects of your idea or business! This is a golden opportunity to gain insights and guidance on how to take your business to new heights.

Looking to jump start your workday? Join us at our Morning Mingle event! Designed to introduce our newest members to our most seasoned networkers, this casual speed-networking opportunity will start you on your journey to building quality professional relationships through the Chamber. And there's free coffee! Space is limited so snag your seat today!

Please join us if you're...

Under 40 & want to network
An entrepreneur or professional working here in Chester County
Ready to brainstorm on ways to improve our great county!

Morning Business Connections are free monthly meetings that provide members the opportunity to hear from guest speakers on various unique topics as well as network with fellow members.

Are you looking to expand your business into contracting opportunities with the federal government?
Are you registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov?
Are you eligible for federal certifications for your business?

During this Contracting Class, participants will learn how to qualify, apply, and utilize the certification to increase business revenue.

Guest speaker: George Shira (VP of Human Resources, Chemical Division, Miliken).

SEO, Search Engine Optimization, is the process of improving a website's visibility in search engine results pages (SERPs) to attract more organic traffic. Ranking higher in search results can drive more potential customers to your website and increase the likelihood of conversions.

Public Relations is more than just press releases and media outreach. During this webinar, the CEO and lead publicist with The Ezer Agency, Altimese Nichole, will share insights on some of the most significant things to know about PR and when to identify.

Discover Chester County: Tourism Talks is an event designed to disseminate information directly to business leaders in our region, to generate excitement for area attractions, and to connect our local businesses together to ensure we all prosper from our growing tourism economy.

Coffee and chat @ Knowledge Perk.

The plan is simple, one or two entrepreneurs will present their businesses to an audience consisting of YOU, mentors, advisers, business executives, and other entrepreneurs. Each entrepreneur will present for six minutes, followed by a 20-minute question-and-answer session with the audience.

Rock Hill VMS Interest Meeting. Click to learn more.

At each meeting, two local companies take the stage to share what they do and the challenges they're facing and overcoming in growing their businesses.

After each presentation, the crowd has a chance to both ask questions and offer helpful advice and insight.

These events are the quickest and easiest way to get involved in the thriving entrepreneurial community in York County. It's a place where we all can learn and grow and make valuable connections on a regular basis.

FIRST 50 PEOPLE RECEIVE A FREE DRINK!

Join us for a fantastic evening of networking and fun at Hoppin’ Rock Hill! This in-person event will bring together professionals and entrepreneurs from various industries across York County. Whether you're looking to make new connections or learn more about what the Gravity Center has to offer, this event is perfect for you. Enjoy a lively atmosphere, great drinks (beer, wine, and cocktails), and great conversations. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your network and have a great time. See you there!