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September 2, 2025
September 2, 2025
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We are taking the first step towards hosting live events, beginning with a monthly Happy Hour. To accommodate our members across the Lowcountry we will alternate between two locations:
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- Tuesday, September 16 from 5:00-7:00 PM at Over the Horizon Brewery, located at 2200 Heriot Street, Charleston, SC 29403.
- Tuesday, October 14 from 5:30-7:30 PM at Reforged Gaming Lounge at 8484 Dorchester Road Unit B, North Charleston, SC 29420.
- Tuesday, November 11 from 5:00-7:00 PM at Over the Horizon Brewery, located at 2200 Heriot Street, Charleston, SC 29403.
- Tuesday, December 9 from 5:30-7:30 PM at Reforged Gaming Lounge at 8484 Dorchester Road Unit B, North Charleston, SC 29420.
The official podcast of the Chucktown Startups community, Lowcountry Revolutionaries hosted by Bill Billotte, has already cranked out 13 episodes featuring founders from our community. Episodes scheduled for release during September include:
Thank you to Jonathan Komorek, founder of Launch Technology, for setting up the Chucktown Startups Discord Server.
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Lucette Travel, founded by Jennifer Steen
Industry: Luxury Travel & Hospitality
Stage: Growth – Actively Booking Clients & Expanding Partnerships
What We’re Building:
Lucette Travel is a boutique luxury travel agency curating tailor-made journeys for discerning travelers. We specialize in multi-generational family vacations, small group incentive trips, ultra-private getaways, and milestone celebrations. Every itinerary is built with care and insider expertise, delivering seamless, enriching, and beautifully orchestrated experiences around the world.
What Makes Us Different:
With a background in high-touch service and access to an exclusive global network, we bring personalized attention to every detail—from private villa stays to immersive cultural excursions. Our clients trust us to elevate the entire travel planning process, saving them time while unlocking experiences they wouldn’t find on their own.
We’re always looking to connect with:
- Luxury hotels and DMCs interested in strategic partnerships
- Corporate teams seeking unique incentive or retreat experiences
- Affluent families and individuals who value curated, bespoke travel
- Media and influencers in the luxury lifestyle space open to collaborations
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