by: OBO: City of Columbia Gilbane is excited to announce that applications are open for the upcoming Gilbane Rising Contractor program scheduled to Kick-off in Columbia, South Carolina on January 20, 2026. The Gilbane Rising Contractor program is designed to support and engage local contractors. The selected cohort will meet on Tuesday evenings for 10 weeks virtually from 5p -7p with an in-person orientation and graduation.   READ MORE HERE

by: OBO: City of Columbia Date:  11/13/2025 Time:  3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (EST) Status: Open - 59 places remaining Registration Deadline:  11/12/2025 5:00 PM (EST) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Bobby Carolyn Strange (843) 740-6160 Program Format:  Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Buy/Sell Business Considering buying a business? Join the Columbia Area SBDC Office on November 13th at 3:00 PM for an essential webinar. What You'll Learn: Define Your Path: Understand your mo

by: Richland Library, Richland County, South Carolina Join EiR Allen Brown and learn how to professionalize your early-stage venture’s growth. Master financial forecasting, implement strategic KPIs, and build robust operational and financial systems for sustainable expansion. READ MORE HERE

by: SC: SBDC Sip coffee, spark ideas. Marketing Mornings at Indah Coffee brings big voices to small conversations. Marketing Mornings at Indah is a free monthly gathering designed as a blend of salon, information session, and open discussion around marketing and related topics. Hosted at Indah Coffee on the fourth Tuesday of each month (8:30–10:00 a.m.), the series features thought leaders and practitioners sharing expertise and sparking conversation in an intimate setting.