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SUMMARY:CUhackit '26
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun day of building\, learning\, and fun at South Carolina’s largest annual hackathon! Spend 24 hours coding and collaborating in the beautiful Wilbur O and Ann Powers College of Business at Clemson University while we handle the food\, coffee\, and snacks. No matter your major or level of experience\, we want to see you create your next hack with us at CUhackit! \nThis is an official MLH Hackathon Event!
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/cuhackit-26/
LOCATION:Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business\, 225 Walter T Cox Blvd\, Clemson\, SC\, 29634\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Talent
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SUMMARY:2026 Rinker Paladin Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:The Rinker Paladin Pitch Competition\, hosted by The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Furman University\, brings together four student finalists as they pitch their BIG new venture ideas for the chance to take home the $10\,000 Johnny Flynn Award. From 4:00 to 5:30 PM\, a panel of judges will evaluate each pitch\, and audience members will have the opportunity to cast a vote for their favorite venture\, with the crowd favorite receiving a prize. \nLeading up to the competition\, join us for the Dins Student Marketplace from 3:00 to 4:00 PM\, a one hour tabling experience where student entrepreneurs showcase\, sell\, and promote their businesses. Food and drinks will be served as we create space to connect with founders\, discover new ideas\, and support Furman’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem before the pitch competition begins. \nFollowing the conclusion of the pitch competition\, all registered attendees will be entered into a raffle with prizes awarded. \nThis year’s events will take place at Timmons Arena. Free parking is available in the lot directly in front of the arena. \nPlease note: The Rinker Paladin Pitch Competition will include flashing lights and pyrotechnic effects. If you have accessibility needs or concerns\, we encourage you to reach out in advance.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/2026-rinker-paladin-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Timmons Arena\, 3300 Poinsett Hwy\, Greenville\, SC\, 29613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pitching,Talent
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SUMMARY:Tailwind Tech Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Tailwind Tech Summit is South Carolina’s premier gathering for founders\, investors\, and builders who believe the best chapter is still being written. \nWe bring together early-stage startups ready to scale\, active investors looking for their next great bet\, and the service providers\, mentors\, and community leaders who make it all possible. \nThis isn’t another conference where you trade business cards and forget names by Tuesday. Tailwind is designed from the ground up to create real relationships\, real deals\, and real momentum for the region’s most ambitious builders. \nWe’re holding a seat for you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLine Up: \n\n\nEvery hour is engineered for impact. Here’s how the day unfolds.\n\n\n\n\n\n8:30A – Registration & Networking\n\n\n\n\n9:30A – Keynote: Dan Roselli\n\n\n\n\n10:45A – Panel: Beyond the Glass Screen: Women Driving Technology Forward\n\n\n\n\n11:45A – Lunch & Networking\n\n\n\n\n1:00P – Keynote: Jim Roberts\n\n\n\n\n2:00P – Breakout Sessions\n\n\n\n\n3:00P – The Pitch Deck (moderated by Taylor McLemore)
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/tailwind-tech-summit/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Networking,Professional Development,Talent
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SUMMARY:Innovation Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Innovation Exchange connects senior enterprise leaders with curated early-stage companies to surface real business challenges and explore aligned solutions. \nThis is not a demo day or vendor expo. It’s a structured working session designed to clarify enterprise demand and foster meaningful\, high-value conversations. \nWhat to ExpectA limited number of startups will be selected through an application process to present solutions aligned with clearly defined enterprise priorities. Pitch sessions are followed by structured\, small-group exchanges designed to validate fit\, explore applicability\, and encourage thoughtful discussion — without procurement pressure. With curated participation and limited capacity\, conversations remain focused\, candid\, and actionable. \nWho Should Attend• Enterprise leaders responsible for innovation\, technology\, operations\, or strategic growth• Startups building enterprise-facing solutions• Investors seeking visibility into emerging enterprise demand
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/innovation-exchange/
LOCATION:The 405\, 405 Westfield St\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Networking,Professional Development,Talent
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SUMMARY:Code & Crush
DESCRIPTION:STOP LETTING TECH COMPANIES\nHAVE ALL THE GOOD STUFF.\n\nYou’re running an entire organization on limited resources — and somehow still expected to “figure out AI.” This event is different. \nMost AI advice is built for tech companies. This session is different — hands-on\, no-fluff\, with live demos\, practical use cases\, and real conversations about where AI actually makes an impact. \nCode & Crush = Code & Trust’s product designers + Crushable’s engineers. \nFrom operations to fundraising to day-to-day efficiency — we’ll cover where AI actually works and how to put it into action. No buzzwords. No theory. Just things you can actually use. \nCome ready to take what works and put it into action.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/code-crush/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI Education,Talent
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
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SUMMARY:FutureX Capital Summit
DESCRIPTION:FutureX Capital Summit\, in partnership with Founderville.vc\, brings together revenue-stage founders and the investors backing them — for two days of mastermind sessions\, keynotes\, and curated networking in Greenville\, SC. Every session comes with tools and frameworks you can put to work immediately.\n\nDay 1 is programming for any growth-stage founder.\nDay 2 is all about investor interactions at demo tables\, in pitch sessions\, and at the investor social.\nEvery session comes with tools and frameworks you can put to work immediately.\n\nDay 1 — Founder Day  |  Tuesday\, July 14 \n\nA full day built entirely for founders — going deep on AI\, growth strategy\, and the operational challenges standing between you and your next milestone. Cap it off at an exclusive investor dinner. \nDay 2 — Investor Day  |  Wednesday\, July 15 \n\nEighteen revenue-stage companies pitch to a room of investors\, followed by two keynotes on the state of Southeast Venture Capital and on exit strategies. This is where introductions get made.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/futurex-capital-summit/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Networking,Pitching,Talent
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