Chucktown Startups upcoming events

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 2 (Tue, June 02, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

AI in the AM is your standing invitation to show up, ask anything, and stay sharp.

SC Tech, an initiative of SC Competes, is launching this new virtual series specifically for South Carolina’s AI industry ambassadors — people like you who are ready to lead the charge on AI adoption and want to keep pace with what’s coming next.

Think of it as AI office hours. Short, practical sessions where you can ask real questions and get real answers directly from AI, tech, and cyber leaders across the state. We’ll cover tools, workflows, strategy, cybersecurity, implementation — whatever’s on your mind. Every session kicks off with a quick topic, but the real value is the conversation. No presentations. No pressure. No such thing as a dumb question.

These AI in the AM sessions will be held every Tuesday from 8:00 – 9:00 AM, May 26th – June 30th.

1 Million Cups (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

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.

Chucktown U: A Founder's Guide to Participating in Catalyst by Beemok 2026 (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Catalyst by Beemok will return in 2026, continuing its mission to support and invest in early-stage companies.

The first half of June’s Chucktown U webinar will feature a Beemok team member providing an overview of the 2026 competition. The second half will be dedicated to an interactive Q&A session, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions directly

In its inaugural year, Catalyst by Beemok awarded more than $2,625,000 to local startups, backing founders across a range of industries and highlighting the strength of the Lowcountry’s growing innovation ecosystem.

As momentum builds, the 2026 program will open applications on May 15, with a general deadline of August 1 and a student deadline of August 31. Finalists will take the stage at the live pitch competition on Saturday, November 14.

Catalyst by Beemok is designed to create meaningful opportunities for founders, offering not only access to capital, but also a platform to share their stories, connect with investors and engage with the broader community.

Founders are encouraged to begin preparing now as Catalyst by Beemok returns for its second year.

Presenter: A Member of the Catalyst by Beemok team

Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Time: 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM

Registration: Click here to register

Quest x Let's Play Pickleball - Pickleball Tournament (Charity Tournament Supporting Mental Fitness) (Sat, June 06, 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

REGISTRATION

This is a doubles pickleball tournament. Please include the name of your doubles partner during registration.

Players are encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes before their scheduled match time for check in, warm up, and tournament announcements.

Free parking will be available on site for all players and guests.

Athletic attire and court shoes are recommended.

You will get a time slot assigned to come and play in between 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Limited paddles and balls will be available if needed.

THIS EVENT IS FREE TO COME AND WATCH

Purpose Of This Event

This event is focused on bringing people together through community and mental health awareness in a safe and supportive environment. Along with the tournament, speakers will share personal stories to encourage open conversations around mental health.

Quest is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with mission to strengthen the mental fitness of students and young adults through recreational, educational, and community building activities

Host

Quest is a Charleston based 501c3 nonprofit, mission is to strengthen the mental fitness of students and young adults through recreational, educational, and community building activities.

Let’s Play Pickleball is a Charleston pickleball club focused on growing the sport through tournaments, social events, and community engagement for players of all skill levels.

Event Overview

Join us on June 6th for the Quest Pickleball Charity Tournament hosted by Quest x Let’s Play Pickleball at LTP Daniel Island. This event is designed to bring the Charleston community together through pickleball, connection, music, food, and a shared purpose.

We are expecting over 128 players throughout the day along with friends, families, and supporters coming out to enjoy the event atmosphere. The tournament will feature doubles play, live music, local vendors, food and drinks, giveaways, and prizes throughout the day. Whether you’re playing or simply coming to support, we want this event to feel bigger than just a tournament.

Day of Experience

Doubles pickleball tournament
Story sharing about mental health struggles or adduction
Live music
Food and beverage vendors
Local community vendors
Giveaways and prizes
Community connection and networking

Event Sponsor

This event is proudly sponsored by Charleston Custom Cabinetry, a locally owned company specializing in high end custom kitchen and bathroom cabinetry.

Live Music

Live music during the tournament will be performed by Liam Murphy and his band.

Chucktown Startups Capital Connections: Providing Clarity for Founders @ Charleston Tech Week (Mon, June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

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Capital Connections: Providing clarity for founders navigating capital funding in Charleston and beyond

Featuring a moderated guest panel of:

Special guest:

Peter Jordan

Moderator:

Elliott Friedman

Event Schedule:

6:00 PM - Networking
6:30 PM - Welcome remarks by Kim Lahey & Killough Law Firm and InnoVision Awards
6:35 PM - Introduction to venue host: CODE/+/TRUST
6:40 PM - Introduction to Peter Jordan, Founder of Carolina Venture Studio
6:45 PM - Moderated panel, including interactive Q&A with audience
7:30 PM - Post panel networking
8:00 PM - Event concludes

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 3 (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

REGISTRATION

AI in the AM is your standing invitation to show up, ask anything, and stay sharp.

These AI in the AM sessions will be held every Tuesday from 8:00 – 9:00 AM, May 26th – June 30th.

Hiring In The AI World (By Jason S. Gorham, co-founder of TalentXI) @ Charleston Tech Week (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

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The "post a job and pray" era is over. A tactics-first session on the modern outbound recruiting stack — Clay, LinkedIn, Lemlist, and HubSpot — from the inventor of programmatic job advertising.

A practical, no-fluff talk from Jason S. Gorham — inventor of programmatic job advertising (U.S. Patent 7,653,567, licensed by Indeed and LinkedIn) — on what's actually working in talent acquisition right now. You'll leave with a concrete sourcing and outreach playbook you can deploy Monday morning.

Who should attend: Founders hiring their first 10–50 people, heads of talent, in-house and agency recruiters and sourcers, and GTM/RevOps leaders running outbound (the same stack and tactics apply).

Why it's valuable: Job boards are saturated, response rates on cold InMails are collapsing, and the candidates worth hiring are almost never actively applying. Jason breaks down the AI-powered outbound stack his team uses at TalentXI — Clay for B2B enrichment and LinkedIn network mapping, email discovery workflows, Lemlist for multi-channel drip sequences with true hyper-personalization, and HubSpot as the candidate CRM that ties it all together. Includes a live walkthrough of an end-to-end campaign.

Agenda

Why job postings are broken — the data behind the collapse of inbound hiring
Sourcing with Clay — B2B enrichment, LinkedIn network mapping, building targeted candidate lists at scale
Email discovery — finding the right address for every candidate (waterfall enrichment, verification, deliverability)
LinkedIn + Lemlist drip sequences — multi-step, multi-channel cadences with hyper-personalization that actually gets replies
HubSpot as your candidate CRM — pipelines, lifecycle stages, and reporting
Live walkthrough — one campaign, end-to-end
Q&A

Jason S. Gorham is Co-Founder of TalentXI and the inventor of programmatic job advertising — a concept protected under U.S. Patent 7,653,567 and now licensed by Indeed and LinkedIn. He's a Citrix Dual Category Award Finalist, took 2nd place in the IT Expo Pitch Competition in February 2026, and has 20+ years of talent acquisition experience across multiple Fortune 100 companies. He's spoken at Tri-State SHRM, London Recruiting, the ERE Conference, and the Atlanta Recruiter Roundtable.

Palmetto Tech Showcase @ Charleston Tech Week (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

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As part of Charleston Tech Week, SC Competes is proud to host the "Palmetto Tech Showcase" at Alhambra Hall in Mount Pleasant — a dynamic evening designed to showcase the strength and depth of Charleston’s technology sector.

This isn’t just another networking event. It’s where innovation collides with community. We are intentionally inviting economic developers, manufacturers, investors, workforce leaders, and industry partners who may not always get to see our tech ecosystem up close.

Through live demos, engaging conversation, and meaningful connection, we’re creating space for collaboration across sectors.

The evening will feature:

Live technology demonstrations from South Carolina companies
A featured speaker / panel (TBA)
Curated networking designed to spark partnerships
Food and beverages in a relaxed waterfront setting

1 Million Cups @ Charleston Tech Week (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Latina Pitch Live (James Island) by Spanglish Small Business Association (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

REGISTRATION

✨ BIG ANNOUNCEMENT – CHARLESTON, ARE YOU READY? ✨

Something BIG is happening —GET READY:

LATINA PITCH LIVE is HERE.
EVERY 2ND WEDNESDAY

LUNCH & PITCH YOUR BUSINESS WITH US

First Location —yes you are reading this right Latina Pitch Live first kick off location:

Cannon Distillery
1734 Signal Point Rd
Charleston, SC 29412
June 10th
⏰ 12PM – 2PM

GOT A BUSINESS? HOLD THE MIC ON YOU MARK ⏱️ & OUR FOUNDER Roxana Massie WILL TELL YOU

PITCH IT TO ME.

YOU GOT LESS THAN 15 MINUTES GO NOW & SHE WILL TRANSLATE THAT

This is NOT your typical event.

This is where:

✔️ You step into the room with PURPOSE
✔️ You PITCH your vision with CONFIDENCE
✔️ You connect with people who can actually move your business forward

And this time we’re not a regular popup Market anymore we are EVOLVING to a MEANINGFUL BUSINESS networking event where your business is the rock start of the day we’re INDEED ELEVATING.

WHAT THIS ROOM WILL DO FOR YOU:

✨ Real EXPOSURE connections
✨ Real conversations (not small talk)
✨ Real opportunities

ONE COMMUNITY
TWO LANGUAGES
ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES

Whether you speak Spanish, English, or BOTH…

This room was built for YOU.
⚡ NO MORE PLAYING SMALL.
⚡ NO MORE WAITING FOR “THE RIGHT TIME.”

THIS IS YOUR MOMENT.
PITCH IT. OWN IT. GROW IT.

Spots TO PITCH YOUR BUSINESS are limited — you most register to pitch & to attend.

“Only 10 Businesses Will Be Selected to Pitch Live.”

⚡ Elite Experience:

* 10 business pitches
* Judges feedback (quick)
* Highlight 2–3 standout businesses

Let’s GROW & build something powerful together.

This event is powered by:

Roxana Massie
Founder & CEO
Spanglish Connector
Spanglish Small Business Association (SSBA)

Startup Grind: Fireside Chat with Nick Fogle, Founder of ChurnKey @ Charleston Tech Week (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

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Nick Fogle graduated into the 2008 financial crisis with a law degree and $250k in student debt. Unable to find meaningful attorney work, he drove a shuttle bus, eventually landed a low-paying legal role, and - unable to afford a developer - taught himself to code using free online resources. He worked his way from intern to lead engineer at a publicly traded software company while building his first startup on the side.

In 2016, he and co-founder Baird Hall launched Wavve, a tool that converts audio content into shareable social videos for podcasters. After 18 months building the wrong product (a radio station platform that never caught on), they built an audio-to-video generator in an all-nighter as a last-ditch side project. That side project made money immediately. Wavve scaled to $150k MRR, bootstrapped with no VC, and was acquired by Calm Capital in March 2021.

He then co-founded ChurnKey, a retention automation platform for subscription businesses that has recovered nearly $300M in revenue across its client base. He writes the Bootstacker Substack on bootstrapping, debt, coding as leverage, and building generational wealth without a venture-backed exit.

Dig South Tech, AI & Venture Summit 2026 @ Charleston Tech Week (Thu, June 11, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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* THINK BIGGER *
1. Grow your business
2. Get a job
3. Level up!

Founders, Funders, Executives, Experts, Coders, Creators, Builders & Other Innovators!

Women of Construction: Summer Summit (Thu, June 11, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

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Harbor Entrepreneur Center ACCELERATOR SHOWCASE @Charleston Tech Week (Thu, June 11, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

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ACCELERATOR SHOWCASE for THE HARBOR ENTREPRENEUR CENTER

June 11 | 1:30–3:30 PM

Meet Charleston’s next startup wave.

The HEC Accelerator Pitch showcases the current co-hort from the Harbor Entrepreneur Center ecosystem. Founders take the stage to pitch their product or service, explain why it matters, and secure funding.

Looking for breakout companies before everyone else finds them? This is your room.

Free to attend.

CharlestonHacks Presents: Hacker Theater @ Charleston Tech Week (Thu, June 11, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

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CharlestonHacks Presents: Hacker Theater

Short clips from movies about tech, hacking, and AI, followed by a panel of subject matter experts answering questions like What’s real? What’s possible? What’s next?

If you’re into tech, movies, science fiction or just being around people who are making things happen, this is the room.

Want to be part of our panel and be prompted by thought provoking questions about your favorite tech movie scene? Reach out to us at hello@charlestonhacks.com.

See you there.

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 4 (Tue, June 16, 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

REGISTRATION

AI in the AM is your standing invitation to show up, ask anything, and stay sharp.

These AI in the AM sessions will be held every Tuesday from 8:00 – 9:00 AM, May 26th – June 30th.

1 Million Cups (Wed, June 17, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Latina Pitch Live (North Charleston) by Spanglish Small Business Association (Wed, June 17, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

REGISTRATION

✨ BIG ANNOUNCEMENT – CHARLESTON, ARE YOU READY? ✨

Something BIG is happening —GET READY:

LATINA PITCH LIVE is HERE.
EVERY 3RD WEDNESDAY

LUNCH & PITCH YOUR BUSINESS WITH US

Second Location —yes you are reading this right Latina Pitch Live second kick off location:

La Sensacion Latina Restaurante
1936 Remount Rd
North Charleston, SC
June 17th
⏰ 12PM – 2PM

GOT A BUSINESS? HOLD THE MIC ON YOU MARK ⏱️ & OUR FOUNDER Roxana Massie WILL TELL YOU

PITCH IT TO ME.

YOU GOT LESS THAN 15 MINUTES GO NOW & SHE WILL TRANSLATE THAT

This is NOT your typical event.

This is where:

✔️ You step into the room with PURPOSE
✔️ You PITCH your vision with CONFIDENCE
✔️ You connect with people who can actually move your business forward

And this time we’re not a regular popup Market anymore we are EVOLVING to a MEANINGFUL BUSINESS networking event where your business is the rock start of the day we’re INDEED ELEVATING.

WHAT THIS ROOM WILL DO FOR YOU:

✨ Real EXPOSURE connections
✨ Real conversations (not small talk)
✨ Real opportunities

ONE COMMUNITY
TWO LANGUAGES
ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES

Whether you speak Spanish, English, or BOTH…

This room was built for YOU.
⚡ NO MORE PLAYING SMALL.
⚡ NO MORE WAITING FOR “THE RIGHT TIME.”

THIS IS YOUR MOMENT.
PITCH IT. OWN IT. GROW IT.

Spots TO PITCH YOUR BUSINESS are limited — you most register to pitch & to attend.

“Only 10 Businesses Will Be Selected to Pitch Live.”

⚡ Elite Experience:

* 10 business pitches
* Judges feedback (quick)
* Highlight 2–3 standout businesses

Let’s GROW & build something powerful together.

This event is powered by:

Roxana Massie
Founder & CEO
Spanglish Connector
Spanglish Small Business Association (SSBA)

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 5 (Tue, June 23, 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

REGISTRATION

AI in the AM is your standing invitation to show up, ask anything, and stay sharp.

These AI in the AM sessions will be held every Tuesday from 8:00 – 9:00 AM, May 26th – June 30th.

Chucktown Startups: Meet the Founders (Sponsored by ATAPIC) (Tue, June 23, 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Registration

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

1 Million Cups (Wed, June 24, 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 6 (Tue, June 30, 2026)

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

REGISTRATION

AI in the AM is your standing invitation to show up, ask anything, and stay sharp.

These AI in the AM sessions will be held every Tuesday from 8:00 – 9:00 AM, May 26th – June 30th.

Chucktown Startups upcoming events

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 2 (Tue, June 02, 2026)

1 Million Cups (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Chucktown U: A Founder's Guide to Participating in Catalyst by Beemok 2026 (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Quest x Let's Play Pickleball - Pickleball Tournament (Charity Tournament Supporting Mental Fitness) (Sat, June 06, 2026)

Purpose Of This Event

Host

Event Overview

Day of Experience

Event Sponsor

Live Music

Chucktown Startups Capital Connections: Providing Clarity for Founders @ Charleston Tech Week (Mon, June 08, 2026)

Capital Connections: Providing clarity for founders navigating capital funding in Charleston and beyond

​Sponsored by Kim, Lahey & Killough Law Firm and the 2026 InnoVision Awards

​Featuring a moderated guest panel of:

​Special guest:

​Moderator:

​Event Schedule:

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 3 (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Hiring In The AI World (By Jason S. Gorham, co-founder of TalentXI) @ Charleston Tech Week (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Palmetto Tech Showcase @ Charleston Tech Week (Tue, June 09, 2026)

1 Million Cups @ Charleston Tech Week (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Latina Pitch Live (James Island) by Spanglish Small Business Association (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Startup Grind: Fireside Chat with Nick Fogle, Founder of ChurnKey @ Charleston Tech Week (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Dig South Tech, AI & Venture Summit 2026 @ Charleston Tech Week (Thu, June 11, 2026)

* THINK BIGGER * 1. Grow your business 2. Get a job 3. Level up!

Women of Construction: Summer Summit (Thu, June 11, 2026)

Harbor Entrepreneur Center ACCELERATOR SHOWCASE @Charleston Tech Week (Thu, June 11, 2026)

CharlestonHacks Presents: Hacker Theater @ Charleston Tech Week (Thu, June 11, 2026)

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 4 (Tue, June 16, 2026)

1 Million Cups (Wed, June 17, 2026)

Latina Pitch Live (North Charleston) by Spanglish Small Business Association (Wed, June 17, 2026)

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 5 (Tue, June 23, 2026)

Chucktown Startups: Meet the Founders (Sponsored by ATAPIC) (Tue, June 23, 2026)

1 Million Cups (Wed, June 24, 2026)

SC Tech Summer Webinar Series: AI in the AM | Week 6 (Tue, June 30, 2026)

Sponsored by Kim, Lahey & Killough Law Firm and the 2026 InnoVision Awards

Featuring a moderated guest panel of:

Special guest:

Moderator:

Event Schedule:

* THINK BIGGER *
1. Grow your business
2. Get a job
3. Level up!