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Join the CharlestonHacks Community for an after-work social Happy Hour at Revelry Brewery designed to connect Charleston's vibrant tech community! Whether you're a coder, designer, entrepreneur, or just passionate about all things tech, this is your chance to unwind, network, and build lasting connections.
Michael Houck, Founder of Founding Journey & Megaphone
After raising $23M from a16z, Balaji Srinivasan, and others for his hacker-house-turned-venture-fund, Michael Houck has built a 300,000+ person audience and bootstrapped a personal holding company to $3M in revenue. He's an early investor in startups like Figure.ai and Beehiiv who started his career as part of the early team that built Uber Eats, and a product manager at Airbnb.
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Every week, 1 Million Cups gives entrepreneurs a platform to present their business to a supportive community for ideas and connections to grow it. It's not a pitch; it's a chance to learn and collaborate.
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Workshop 1: Your First Steps with AI (October 2)
Workshop 2: The Human Centric Data Toolkit (October 16)
Workshop 3: Hands-On Building Your First No-Code AI Automation (November 6)
Workshop 4: From Data to Decision: Building a Data Strategy (November 20)
For one weekend, discover how far you can push the frontier of vibecoding with AI.
Build something that could only exist through vibecoding, not just a shortcut for routine coding tasks, but a project that reveals AI’s most interesting potential. If it feels a little risky, you’re on the right track.
Friday: Kickoff + team formation. Saturday: Work Day: Push AI tools until they surprise you. Sunday: Demo something bold enough that people can’t believe it was built in a weekend!
The Memorial Walk is a heartfelt tribute to babies gone too soon, inspired by the memory of Ari Foss Silverman. Created with love and purpose, this walk honors the lives of those lost and stands as a symbol of hope for grieving families. Every step taken supports the Ari Foss Foundation’s mission to provide financial assistance for funeral and cremation costs, helping families through unimaginable heartbreak. Together, we walk to remember, to support, and to ensure no family has to face this journey alone.
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Food and Beverage workers are the heroes of this town, and we want to give them a night to both enjoy, and compete! Every Monday is F&B Workers night! That means: 50% off food for F&B employees $30 Game Pass + Beer & Shot or Game Pass + Potion Cocktail $1 off food/drinks for everyone else Every Monday night starting Sept 9, Charleston’s food & bev warriors leave the kitchen and enter the arena for gaming glory. ️ Each week, one restaurant competitor will claim the Golden Spatula and bragging rights until the next challenge. Do you have what it takes to win the Golden Spatula? Mondays, 5–10 PM | Reforged Gaming Lounge
Our September Happy Hour brought together more than 75 founders and community supporters for an incredible evening of networking and idea-sharing.
This October, we’re taking the party just outside of downtown—making it easier for our suburban founders to join us (looking at you, Summerville!).
We’ll be gathering at Reforged Gaming Lounge, one of Charleston’s best-kept secrets. With its high-end setup and growing reputation as a ‘third space’ for tech professionals and entrepreneurs, RGL is the perfect backdrop for our next event.
Join us for the Hustle & Flow Happy Hour Series, co-hosted by EO Charleston and the Harbor Entrepreneur Center! This exciting event, held from 5–7pm in the Atrium at HEC, is all about bringing together entrepreneurs to share ideas, build connections, and have a great time.
On Thursday, October 22, from 5:00–8:00 PM, we’re pulling back the curtain on what’s brewing for the 2026 DIG SOUTH Tech Summit and the 2nd annual Charleston Tech Week.
Sneak Peek is like a live movie trailer with cocktails and new connections.
We’ll officially crack open the CTW “Call for Events,” give an early shout‑out to the speakers and sponsors who jump on board now, and unveil a brand‑new mentorship program for high‑schoolers in partnership with Charleston County School District.
And because good things come in packs, Sneak Peek is part of a larger blow‑out with our friends at The Harbor Entrepreneur Center, Code/&/Trust, EO Charleston and Tech After Five.
P.S. Dig South Tech Summit dates: June 11-12, 2026
P.P.S. Charleston Tech Week dates: June 8-12, 2026
Get ready for Charleston's most dynamic startup showcase! We're transforming the traditional networking event into a two-part experience that puts founders front and center.
The first hour kicks off with our Business Expo Happy Hour Mashup, where founders will showcase their ventures at sleek display stations while everyone mingles with drinks in hand. Think of it as speed networking meets trade show, but way more fun and way less stuffy. Founders are encouraged to rock their company gear, making it super easy to spot who's behind which brilliant idea.
The energy ramps up when we randomly select four founders for our live panel discussion. These lucky entrepreneurs will take the spotlight to share their stories, dive deep into their startups, and reveal exactly how you can help fuel their growth. The audience gets to grill them with questions during our interactive Q&A session, followed by prime networking time to continue those conversations that matter.
Whether you're a founder looking to connect with peers, an investor scouting the next big thing, or just curious about Charleston's startup scene, this is where deals get made and partnerships are born.
Meet the emcee / moderator: Courtney Lohmann
For more information on the event format, click the video link below.
Chucktown__Meet_The_Founders.mp4
Tech After Five connects the tech community. We invite IT Professionals, Startups, Entrepreneurs and their community of support to come together and make meaningful professional connections.
We are at a new location! We now meet in North Charleston at the Reforged Gaming Lounge! Meetings are on the 4th Tuesday of EVERY MONTH!
Grab your ticket! Tell your friends!
You may be looking for work or looking to hire. You might be looking for customers or prospects. You may need co-founders, partners or mentors. We’ve got you covered.
Tech After Five is not like other networking events. We work particularly hard to make sure we get the right people in the room and then make sure it’s easy for you to find each other. Sign up using the right ticket type for you. We will then follow up with custom emails that let you know who you can expect to meet. We will print custom badges for the event that make it easy for you to find the people you are looking for.
We know that networking can be hard. We try to make it as easy as possible for you to meet the right people. We know that when smart people come together we can make things happen. We hope you will join us and become part of our community.
Charleston’s tech and creative meetup groups are joining forces this Halloween!
Join us at Frothy Beard on October 29 for a Halloween Meetup Mashup!
We’re teaming up with Charleston Women in Tech, Charleston InfoSec Group, SC Tech, Dig South, and TechYeet Charleston to bring the whole community together for one big night. It's a chance to meet, mix, and mash up with the community.
Wear a costume, bring a friend, and be part of the mashup. RSVP today!
Time and time again conventional medicine has labeled individuals with a diagnosis, prescribed drug after drug with no long-term solution, created more sickness and disease, and has left individuals feeling lost in their health care.
Functional and natural medicine is on the rise for prevention and complementary treatment of chronic disease. Accredited funtional practitioners go beyond a clinical diagnosis and provide care that attributes to your overall health and wellness by focusing on root-cause healing for your body and mind.
Join us for the Launch of the Future of Workforce Health Initiative and be a part of the movement that pushes against quick-fix solutions!
This exclusive event brings together employers, brokers, insurance carriers, wellness leaders, and innovators to explore how companies are reshaping healthcare by integrating functional and root-cause medicine into employee benefits.
Event Panelists
Tracy Awe: Director of Strategic Alliances at Function Health
Tracy is the Director of Strategic Alliances at Function - a proactive health platform that gives individuals access to 100+ advanced lab tests, insights from licensed clinicians, a personalized Action Plan, and optional Function Scans for whole-body MRI imaging. Function helps people monitor changes in their health over time and take informed steps to improve their health - supporting better outcomes for both individuals and the businesses they power.
Ben Davis: CEO and Executive Producer at MOONDOG Animation Stuidos
Ben is the co-founder of MOONDOG Animation Studio, where he serves as CEO and Executive Producer. Under his leadership, MOONDOG has partnered with clients such as the Kennedy Space Center, Peacock, Netflix, Estée Lauder, and Michelin to create content that engages audiences and inspires meaningful change.
David Thedinga: Founder and CEO of Tikvah Health and Wellness
David is the founder and CEO of Tikvah Health & Wellness, a Charleston-based company redefining healthcare by integrating functional and root cause medicine into employer-sponsored plans. A proven sales and marketing leader, he’s passionate about expanding access to root-cause solutions that improve health outcomes and lower costs.
Dr. Patrick Lovegrove: Medical Director of Merge Medical Center
Patrick is the Medical Director of Merge Medical Center and a board-certified family physician with 20+ years of experience. A former U.S. Air Force Flight Surgeon, he brings expertise in holistic, functional, integrative, and preventive medicine. At Merge Medical, he focuses on addressing root causes and creating personalized care plans to help patients achieve lasting wellness.
Event Highlights
From Sick Care to Prevention & Healing: Why reactive care models are failing today’s workforce — and how prevention and comeplementary healing driven strategies improve outcomes and reduce long-term costs.
The Power of Early Diagnostic Tools: How advanced testing (labs, genomics, functional assessments) uncovers risks earlier and leads to better, measurable results for employees and employers alike.
Access to Functional Medicine in Employer-Sponsored Plans: Innovative ways employers are expanding benefits to include functional and integrative care — regardless of income, location, or coverage tier.
Collaboration Between Employers, Providers, and Insurance Carriers: Real-world examples of cross-sector partnerships reshaping employee health programs — plus actionable models for implementation.
Human Stories That Drive Change: Powerful testimonials highlighting lives transformed by early intervention and holistic care — and the ripple effects on families, productivity, and cost savings.
Who Should Attend
Employers & HR Leaders seeking innovative benefit solutions
Self-Insured and Level Funded Groups
Insurance Carriers, and Stop-loss Carriers focused on employer/employee health & wellbeing, innovation, and cost containment
Wellness & Functional Medicine Practitioners
Brokers & Benefit Consultants
Community Leaders passionate about transforming employee health
Organized by Tikvah Health and Wellness
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Dig South is mixing it up with Rise & Grind: Fresh Faces—a coffee-fueled meetup for Charleston’s newest movers, shakers, builders, and career-switching rockstars.
Whether you’re fresh to town, fresh to the industry, or just ready for fresher convos, this is your chance to say “good morning” to new opportunity and caffeinate your connections.
☕ Expect strong coffee, warm welcomes, and Dig South's special guests TBA
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