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Upcoming events

    • Wed, January 21, 2026
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Brittlebank Park, 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403

    Coffee from Camino Caffeino.

    Good conversations.

    Builders, founders, operators, entrepreneurs.

    New opportunities. 

    See you there.

    • Wed, January 21, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Frothy Beard Brewing – 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, SC


    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.

    • Wed, January 21, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Edmund's Oast Brewing Company, 1505 King Street #15, Charleston, SC

    Join us for our next TechYeet event in Charleston!

    Look for your hosts at our TechYeet tables at Edmund's Oast Brewing Company. You shouldn't have any trouble finding everyone (or finding parking)!

    Enjoy a beer and interesting conversations with fellow TechYeet members. EOBC's Beer Happy Hour runs till six, so come early!

    This event is coordinated in the TechYeet Slack channel #neighborhood-us-sc-charleston. To join the Slack, message a host on LinkedIn and request an invite.

    Thanks,
    Ian, Gigi, MoRobert, and Mike.


    • Tue, January 27, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Sugey's Bar, 638 King St, Charleston, SC 29403 · Charleston, SC

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    CharlestonHacks presents “Show & Tell”, your opportunity to project your unique tech, startup, or creative project onto the wall of one of the coolest spots in Charleston.

    This one’s for the VibeCoders who just want to throw something up and let the community see if it sticks.

    Bring your laptop. Cast from your phone to the projector. Or just come hang with some of the best people in the world and see what we’ve all been working on.

    • Tue, January 27, 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Reforged Gaming Lounge, 8484 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, South Carolina, US, 29420 Unit B

    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.


    • Tue, January 27, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Code + Trust, Suite 200, 665 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, US, 29464


    Barry Stamos is a 3× exited founder, investor, and CEO of Supernova, where hundreds of exited founders mentor, advise, and invest together in companies building a better world.

    He began his entrepreneurial journey in Silicon Valley as the founder of INBOX Marketing, which became Responsys’ first acquisition—fueling an IPO and a $1.6B exit to Oracle. Barry later built and scaled a Strategy & Innovation business at Acxiom (NYSE) from $0 to over $300M in ARR, culminating in a $2.3B all-cash exit to IPG. He also co-founded 1heart, which evolved from a startup studio into a human accelerator focused on elevating leaders’ lives and work.

    Barry is a former Entrepreneur-in-Residence at 500 Global. He has invested in dozens of startups and advised hundreds, helping founders achieve oversized outcomes and impact. Barry has been hired by 20% of the Fortune 500 as a paid consultant and subject-matter expert in digital transformation. He is a sought-after keynote speaker on entrepreneurship, leadership, AI, and the future of work. 

    REGISTER

    • Wed, January 28, 2026
    • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Meeting at 616, 616 Meeting Street Suite B Charleston, SC 29403

    Master Your 2026 Strategy: A Local Retreat Series

    Gather and Align (Stacey Bailey Consulting & FEM Events) invites AMA members to gain the clarity needed for 2026 growth. These one-day strategic retreats are designed to move you from planning to action.

    Level Up: For solopreneurs seeking a clear roadmap and core values.

    Gain expert strategy that typically costs over $6,000/day—made accessible in a collaborative local setting.

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    • Wed, January 28, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Frothy Beard Brewing – 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, SC


    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.

    • Sat, January 31, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Water Mission 1150 Molly Greene Way, North Charleston, SC, 29405

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    Join us for the "Community Impact Workshop: Effective Charity 101," a half-day workshop dedicated to equipping you with the knowledge necessary to make a meaningful impact in our community.

    • Wed, February 04, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Frothy Beard Brewing – 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, SC


    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.

    • Wed, February 04, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Online Webinar


    The February edition of the monthly Chucktown U Virtual Event Series will focus on Charleston Digital & Charleston Learning Center. The featured speaker will be Ernest Andrade, Founder and Executive Director of Charleston Digital and Charleston Learning Center.

    Charleston Digital's mission is to attract, nurture and promote Charleston's tech economy. They are focused on creating the optimal business, education and social environment for tech companies. They are headquartered in the Charleston Tech Center at 997 Morrison Dr, Ste 200, Charleston, SC 29403

    Presenter: Ernest AndradeFounder and Executive Director of Charleston Digital and Charleston Learning Center

    Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026

    Time: 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM

    Registration: Click here to register

    • Thu, February 05, 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Charleston Learning Center at Charleston Tech Center, 4 Conroy St, Ste A Charleston, SC 2940

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    A new kind of "happy hour." This is a stress relief and team-building activity that's also a great opportunity to come out and meet like-minded Charleston professionals. Join artist and educator Katherine Gagnon in a program specifically designed for non-artists. Gagnon establishes a relaxing and judge free environment as she guides participants through this guided and meditative art making experience. Listening to upbeat music, we work with nontoxic watercolor paints and oil pastels to create an abstract "zinnia" flower. Enter a state of "flow."

    Why bother? As we know from Dr. Girija Kaimal's Drexel University study "...for the majority of people... making art for as little as forty-five minutes reduces the stress hormone cortisol, no matter your skill level or experience." (Magsamen & Ross, Your Brain on Art, 2023 p.28) We will focus on process over product: the act of making the art itself and not being worried about what the end result will look like. Embracing mindfulness, we will attempt to be fully present in the here and now. Find a sense of calm through imperfection and let go through Zinnia Wellness Painting.

    Serving corporate teams, healthcare providers and caregivers, the workshop is perfect for employee on-sites, corporate retreats and leadership development training. Sample for yourself what Zinnia Wellness Painting is all about in this unique opportunity to take this hour and a half painting workshop at a special rate through the Charleston Learning Center.

    WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

    • Time for yourself while being social
    • Stress relief through art making
    • Lower cortisol levels
    • Connect with other Charleston professionals interested in wellness
    • New perspective on workplace wellness
    • Sense of community

    WHO IS THIS FOR?

    Are you a business owner or managing a team? When you have so many responsibilities, at the end of the day who shows up for you? Take ownership of your own self care and wellbeing by trying out my unique workshop. Zinnia Wellness Painting was founded on the principle that sustainable self-care helps us be able to show up for those who rely on us. Give yourself the gift of this stress relieving workshop, so that you can continue showing up for those who rely on you. This workshop provides a chance to connect with the Charleston women in leadership community, great for those who wear multiple hats or are seeking a chance to engage with other professionals, particularly if you are running a business alone or work remotely.

    ABOUT THE PRESENTER

    Katherine Gagnon, Artist Educator


    • Tue, February 10, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual - Google Meet


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    Join us for a free, virtual nonprofit forum with Shared City’s Executive Director, Kristin Parker, on Tuesday, Feburary 10 at 12:00 PM via Google Meet.

    • Tue, February 10, 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Reforged Gaming Lounge, 8484 Dorchester Road Unit B North Charleston, SC 29420


    RSVP


    Socialize and Strategize

    ​Let’s keep the momentum going!

    ​For February, 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.


    • Wed, February 11, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Frothy Beard Brewing – 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, SC


    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.

    • Wed, February 18, 2026
    • 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Gaillard Center, Charleston, SC

    Join industry leaders, innovators and stakeholders from across South Carolina and beyond for the 2026 SCbio Annual Conference. This premier life sciences gathering will feature engaging keynote speakers, dynamic panel discussions and valuable networking opportunities, all set against the backdrop of historic Charleston at the beautiful Gaillard Center.

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    • Wed, February 18, 2026
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Brittlebank Park, 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403

    RSVP

    Coffee from Camino Caffeino.

    Good conversations.

    Builders, founders, operators, entrepreneurs.

    New opportunities. 

    See you there.

    • Wed, February 18, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Patriots Point, USS Yorktown, 40 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29484

    Attention South Carolina veteran business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs: The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA) will host its inaugural Veteran Entrepreneurship Forum on February 18, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Patriots Point in Charleston. This event offers a unique opportunity to network with business and community leaders, gain insights from panels on expanding opportunities for veteran-owned businesses, and learn firsthand from veterans who have successfully transitioned to business ownership. Whether you are looking to scale your current operations or launch a new venture, this forum provides the connection and resources needed to thrive in our local economy.


    Use the QR code to register for the event.

    • Wed, February 18, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Frothy Beard Brewing – 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, SC


    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.

    • Wed, February 25, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Frothy Beard Brewing – 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, SC


    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.

    • Wed, February 25, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual - Google Meet

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    Join us for a free, virtual Better, Together Community Call on Thursday, February 25 at 12:00 PM. We know many of you are carrying real questions, real challenges, and real hopes for how to serve your neighbors well. Come with your questions so we can help you do good better!

    • Fri, February 27, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
    • Online Webinar

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    SCbio champions the state’s life sciences ecosystem, working with and advocating for its members to propel their development in South Carolina’s fastest-growing industry.

    During this webinar, you will learn how SCbio helps member businesses:

    • Receive exclusive access to high-value events, curated content and cost-saving opportunities.
    • Increase their brand across the state and national life sciences industry.
    • Reduce expenses on supplies, materials and freight through SCbioEdge.
    • Find qualified job candidates through our South Carolina undergraduate and graduate student network.

     

    When: February 27, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

    Where: Virtual – You will receive the meeting link after registering.

    This free webinar is open to both current members and non-members.

     

    About SCbio

    SCbio is the definitive, unifying leader in South Carolina’s life sciences sector, fostering authentic collaboration and innovation across academia, startups, government and established enterprises. As a member-driven economic development organization, SCbio represents more than 1,000 organizations employing more than 87,000 professionals. Our members are unified by a mission to positively impact humanity through science across the ecosystem of advanced and specialty manufacturing; digital health and the data frontier; and cutting-edge health specializations.


    • Sat, February 28, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Crush Yard, 3365 South Morgans Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464

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    Serve the City is a community pickleball fundraiser supporting Shared City’s mission to strengthen Charleston’s charitable network. Join us at CrushYard for an evening of friendly competition, food, and connection—all while investing in nonprofit leaders, volunteers, and organizations working toward lasting impact. Play, cheer, or give, and be part of helping Charleston do good, better.

    • Fri, March 13, 2026
    • 6:00 PM
    • Sat, March 14, 2026
    • 5:00 PM
    • Palmetto Goodwill, 6603 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC, 29406

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    A two-day, in-person experience designed to help nonprofit leaders strengthen their foundations and clarify their impact. Join us March 13–14 for focused learning, practical tools, and meaningful connection alongside other nonprofit leaders.

    • Wed, March 25, 2026
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Brittlebank Park, 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403

    RSVP

    Coffee from Camino Caffeino.

    Good conversations.

    Builders, founders, operators, entrepreneurs.

    New opportunities. 

    See you there.

    • Wed, April 15, 2026
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Brittlebank Park, 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403

    RSVP

    Coffee from Camino Caffeino.

    Good conversations.

    Builders, founders, operators, entrepreneurs.

    New opportunities. 

    See you there.

    • Wed, May 13, 2026
    • 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • The Harbour Club at WestEdge, 22 WestEdge Street, 7th Floor Charleston, SC


    REGISTER

    Demo Day provides each Drive cohort company the chance to showcase its breakthrough science before a curated audience of investors and industry leaders. After completing the Drive Accelerator, a hands-on program that equips founders with business fundamentals, mentorship and expert guidance, participants take the stage to pitch their innovative science and gain the visibility, traction and potential funding needed to propel their startups forward.

    Fueled by a collaboration between SCbio and MassBio, Demo Day is designed to strengthen the life sciences ecosystem by supporting early-stage innovators and connecting them with the resources needed to grow and scale their revolutionary science.

    Seats for Demo Day are limited, with priority given to accredited investors; attendance is subject to approval.


    • Wed, May 20, 2026
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Brittlebank Park, 185 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403

    RSVP

    Coffee from Camino Caffeino.

    Good conversations.

    Builders, founders, operators, entrepreneurs.

    New opportunities. 

    See you there.

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Charleston, SC 29403

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