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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829
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UID:7930-1787788800-1787961599@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:ConvergeSouth Conference
DESCRIPTION:A Two-Day Capital Summit and Startup Expo\n\nStartup World Cup Regional Competition\nConcurrent pitch stages\nKeynote Presentations\nExpert-led office hours\nOne-on-one investor meetings\nStartup expo with 150 exhibiting companies\nInvestment firms from across the Southeast\n\nNow in its 10th year\, ConvergeSouth has grown to be one of the largest expositions of scalable\, investable startups in the Southeast. This year\, the conference is organized into three primary market vertical tracks\, each with two days of programming\, including demo tables in the Expo Halls\, pitch stages\, keynotes\, and workshops led by industry thought leaders: \n\nTrack 1 – HealthTech/ BioTech\nTrack 2 – Artificial intelligence / B2B Saas\nTrack 3 -Food / Beverage/ Agtech\n\n  \nMore than 500 founders\, investors\, and regional entrepreneurship leaders will convene over two days\, highlighting emerging innovation in the Carolinas and Southeast Region and focusing future deal flow for investors with market vertical focus. \nThe primary venues will be Biotech Place and Bailey Power Plant in the Innovation Quarter\, the largest master-planned\, central business district research park in the US\, and 500 West 5th\, a downtown tower building vertically stacked with entrepreneurship support resources and home of the Flywheel Foundation.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/convergesouth-conference/
LOCATION:Downtown Winston-Salem\, 4th St\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Networking,Pitching,Talent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T103000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
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UID:8025-1787734800-1787740200@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:SBA Lender Workshop #2
DESCRIPTION:Review example financial documents\, see business lending case studies\, and learn how to present your funding request to a lender. \n\n\n\n\nAre You Lender Ready?/Lender Matchmaker Prep \nThis program is designed to take a deep dive into the financial reports of a small business and determine if it is ready to seek outside funding. This program not only prepares an owner for loan application\, but also provides a firm understanding of their current financial position. This is the first of two classes that\, combined\, cover the full content. \nAttending this program is a great way to prepare for our upcoming Lender Matchmaker events being held around the state. Find one near you on our website (sba.gov/sc) \nThis session: \n\nPreparing Your Financials for a Business Loan Application\nLending Case Studies\nPitching Your Business to a Lender
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/sba-lender-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260713T142342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T142342Z
UID:7952-1787702400-1787875199@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Secure Carolinas 2026
DESCRIPTION:Secure Carolinas 2026\, hosted by AegisX\, will take place August 26–27 at the Roam Center in downtown\nGreenville\, SC. This premier regional cybersecurity conference brings together 350+ security leaders\,\npractitioners\, and decision-makers from Manufacturing\, Energy\, Technology\, and Healthcare for two days of strategic insight\, technical education\, and high-value networking. The 2026 program focuses on three critical themes shaping today’s threat landscape: 1) Agentic AI Attacks & Defense\, 2) Geopolitical Cyber Conflict\, and 3) Supply Chain Vulnerabilities. Sessions are designed to address real-world challenges facing critical infrastructure and industry\, while equipping professionals with actionable strategies to strengthen resilience\, reduce risk\, and prepare for emerging threats. For additional event details and to register\, visit https://www.aegisx.events/event/2026-secure-carolinas-conference
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/secure-carolinas-2026/
LOCATION:Roam Greenville ONE\, 2 W Washington St Suite 200\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI Education,Networking,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260803T161201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T161201Z
UID:8042-1787680800-1787688000@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Cake & Whiskey
DESCRIPTION:Bring all women in business\, at all stages of their journey together to get inspired\, learn from one another\, and pursue their career goals \n\n\n\n\nAt CAKE&WHISKEY\, we believe that all women have a story to tell that can inspire and support others. Join us at this low-key\, casual event where you will meet AMAZING small business owners\, students\, professionals\, home-makers\, and have an opportunity to make authentic\, purposeful connections.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/cake-whiskey-2/
LOCATION:Six & Twenty Distillery\, 556 Perry Avenue\, B103\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260722T180543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T180543Z
UID:8020-1787248800-1787256000@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Launchpad Grand Opening & Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Liftoff! and the grand opening of our new home. We are kicking things off with an evening that marks two big milestones at once\, opening the doors to a fresh new space at 25 Goldsmith Street and celebrating the graduation of our latest Launchpad cohort. Expect a fun\, upbeat atmosphere with plenty of reasons to raise a glass\, meet the founders behind the ideas\, and take in the energy of what they have built. \n​The heart of the evening is the graduation. Over the course of the program\, these founders have put in the work\, sharpened their thinking\, and pushed their ventures forward\, and this event is a chance to recognize that progress. Come cheer them on\, hear more about what they have been building\, and help us celebrate the momentum of a new chapter\, for the graduates and for Launchpad.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/launchpad-grand-opening-graduation/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260707T154142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T201028Z
UID:7944-1787225400-1787230800@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Flywheel Catalyzer
DESCRIPTION:Catalyzer tackles the challenge of scaling professional service businesses from a solo founder to a growing team. \n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Andrew Gissal – EOS Worldwide \nModule 3: Your Operating System \n\nExploration of the Entrepreneurship Operating System and how it applies to service firms\n\nCatalyzer focuses on the challenge of scaling up a professional service business from one (the founder) to many employees\, and how to scale up a firm. \nThis is a quarterly event with monthly meet-ups in between. The quarterly events will be facilitated by professional firm leaders who have successfully scaled\, and topics will include sales and marketing automation\, avoiding the feast/famine loop\, 1099s vs FTEs\, productivity tools\, and relevant legal and HR dos and don’ts.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/flywheel-catalyzer/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T103000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260727T133520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T133705Z
UID:8022-1787130000-1787135400@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:SBA Lender Workshop #1
DESCRIPTION:Look at your business like a lender would. Learn what SBA resources can help. Learn how to read your financials and assess creditworthiness. \n\n\n\n\nAre You Lender Ready?/Lender Matchmaker Prep \nThis program is designed to take a deep dive into the financial reports of a small business and determine if it is ready to seek outside funding. This program not only prepares an owner for loan application\, but also provides a firm understanding of their current financial position. This is the first of two classes that\, combined\, cover the full content. \nAttending this program is a great way to prepare for our upcoming Lender Matchmaker events being held around the state. Find one near you on our website (sba.gov/sc) \nThis session: \n\nWelcome – What is Lender Ready?\nIntroduction to SBA Borrower Resources\nUnderstanding Your Credit (Business & Personal)
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/sba-lender-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T183000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260716T153617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T153617Z
UID:7996-1787070600-1787077800@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:i4 Series: Capital Isn't Cash
DESCRIPTION:Most founders think capital is the problem. It isn’t. They try to raise money before they’ve built something worth funding. Long before a check gets written\, the real work happens with customers who pay\, partners who commit and grants that de-risk early assumptions. \nThat’s the capital stack\, and most founders only count half of it. \nOn Aug. 18\, we’re digging into what the full stack looks like\, when bootstrapping works and when it slows you down\, and how to position for grants\, angels\, crowdfunding or VC instead of guessing which one fits.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/i4-series-capital-isnt-cash/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fundraising,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260609T122957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T160536Z
UID:7823-1786701600-1786708800@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:NextGEN Office Hours With Marc Pitman
DESCRIPTION:NextGEN has plenty of resources to tell you what to do\, but this session is about how to handle the pressure of doing it. If you’re quietly battling imposter syndrome or paralyzing uncertainty\, you are right on track. Bring your real\, messy leadership challenges to this confidential\, 30-minute 1-on-1 session with executive coach and author Marc A. Pitman. \nSign up link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1W6h122iQBc-rx13GHC_TXkAuhnZnriZQ6z6dwCbxyKU/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/nextgen-office-hours-w-marc-pittman/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260707T143633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T143633Z
UID:7933-1786665600-1786838399@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Carolina Code Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Carolina Code Conference is a welcoming and community-driven “polyglot” and cyber-security conference that’s set to return on August 14th and 15th\, 2026 (Friday-Saturday) at Flywheel Coworking in Greenville\, SC. This conference invites coders of all experience levels to attend\, plug into the development community\, share their experiences and have a great time as well. \nSingle Track\nWe feature about 30 speakers every year\, on a single stage\, over 2 days. Everyone speaker who is selected will get to address the entire approximately 300 person conference audience. No worries about winning your time slot once selected! \nAttendees get the benefit of commonality as they make new connections as well\, because you’ve all seen the same talks and have the same point of reference. It’s a great conversation starter! \nSocial Evenings\nThursday night before the conference starts we open with a welcome event at GatherGVL for everyone coming into town. Friday night\, we typically have a big night out at New Realm Brewing thanks to our platinum sponsors\, like Fly.io and Vonage. Sometimes we just enjoy beautiful downtown Greenville\, visit an escape room or play games at OpenWorks. Saturday after the conference\, we all wind down at Fireforge Crafted Beer with all of our new friends. \nIt’s always a good time to make connections that will last a lifetime.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/carolina-code-conference-2/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI Education,Community,Networking,Talent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T183000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260803T162237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162237Z
UID:8047-1786554000-1786559400@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Flywheel Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Connect with fellow professionals over a drink and a bite\, then enjoy a fireside chat with successful entrepreneurs. \n\n\n\n\nFlywheel Café is a gathering of founders\, investors and the entrepreneurial ecosystem to celebrate our growing community. Come enjoy a beer while listening to local successful entrepreneurs discuss their journeys\, share advice\, and answer questions from the crowd! \nStay tuned for speaker details! \nSchedule: \n5:00-5:20 Food\, drink and networking \n5:20-6:00 Entrepreneurship discussion followed by audience Q&A \n6:00-on Food\, drink\, and networking
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/flywheel-cafe/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T193000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260803T162022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162022Z
UID:8044-1786467600-1786476600@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Business & Brews
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Business & Brews\, where you can network with fellow professionals over a cold one and discuss all things business! \n\nBusiness & Brews is a Professional networking social for community-engaged professionals of all walks of life across South Carolina. Free to attend and open to the public. This event will feature James Stephens\, Airport Director for the Greenville Downtown Airport.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/business-brews-3/
LOCATION:Hangar 28\, 21 Airport Rd Ext\, Greenville\, SC\, 29607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T130000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260803T160724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T160724Z
UID:8039-1786449600-1786453200@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Hiring Robots: Realistically Employing AI\, No Hype\, No Horror
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person for a RAD* chat about putting AI “factories” to work without nonsense\, hype or nightmare scenarios. \n\n\n\n\nHiring Robots: Realistically Employing AI\, No Hype\, No Horror\n\nWhat an AI “agent” actually is\, no jargon\, no bs\, no code\nWhat an AI “factory” looks like in the real world.\nThe setup that keeps it helpful instead of harmful\nThe mistakes behind every AI horror story\, and how to avoid them
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/hiring-robots-realistically-employing-ai-no-hype-no-horror/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260804T173035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T173035Z
UID:8052-1786383000-1786392000@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Pixel Pushers
DESCRIPTION:​Hey pixel pushers in the Greenville area. We’re looking to to get a taste of some good design\, developer\, and web creator community in Greenville. Let’s spend some time together and get some good vibes from your local internauts. \n​Whether you’re a student\, IC\, or director — web\, brand\, product\, design eng\, marketing — if you’re a pixel pusher in the Greenville area\, you’re invited to join. \n​Don’t miss this opportunity to unwind\, make new connections\, and have a great time at this month’s Pixel Pushers. \n​DM Benten on Twitter or LinkedIn if you have any questions. \n​Agenda:\n\n\n​5:30pm: Happy Hour \n\n\n​6:30-7:15pm: Talk\, featuring Carissa and Jesse Bowser of Victory Garden Studio. Talk is focused on \nStaying Passionate\, Inspired\, and Professional Without Taking Yourself too Seriously \n\n\n​7:15-8:00: Wrap up \n\n\n​​​Event Info:\n\n\n​This event is free\, hosted by our friends at Wonder and NOOON Studio. Drinks and food courtesy of Nicer Studio. \n\n\n​We will be meeting at Flywheel Coworking in Greenville\, South Carolina.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/pixel-pushers-3/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T113000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260609T122823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T143330Z
UID:7821-1786356000-1786361400@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Fix My Pitch Workshop Series #4: Stage Presence
DESCRIPTION:Part of the Fix My Pitch Workshop Series \nA strong pitch is not just about what you say. It is also about how you say it. \nThis in-person workshop focuses on stage presence\, delivery\, and confidence. Learn how to use your voice\, body language\, pacing\, and energy to communicate with clarity and credibility. Whether you are presenting to investors\, pitching clients\, or leading a team meeting\, the way you show up matters. \nWe will cover practical techniques to help you manage nerves\, command the room\, and deliver your message with confidence. \nThis is the final workshop in the Fix My Pitch series\, bringing together messaging\, design\, tools\, and now delivery to strengthen every part of your pitch. We’re honored to have Deb Sofield facilitate this workshop.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/fix-my-pitch-stage-presence/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pitching,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T193000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260803T174633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T174633Z
UID:8049-1786123800-1786131000@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Founder Friday
DESCRIPTION:​Founder Fridays are back\, and Launchpad is opening the door for founders of all kinds to kick off the month with pizza\, beer\, and easy conversation. Come by Flywheel Coworking in Greenville for a laid-back evening to meet other founders\, swap stories\, and unwind after the week. \n​Whether you are building your first idea or growing your next venture\, this is a great excuse to step out\, grab a slice\, and make a few new connections. We’ll keep it casual\, welcoming\, and full of good energy\, so just show up ready to mingle and enjoy the night.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/founder-friday-3/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T210000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260716T154007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T154007Z
UID:7998-1786039200-1786050000@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:West End Social
DESCRIPTION:Spend the evening exploring immersive experiences\, meeting local founders\, and making genuine connections.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/west-end-social-3/
LOCATION:Sauna House\, 711 W Washington St\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T190000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260707T144136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T144136Z
UID:7936-1785864600-1785870000@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:SCRA Startups On Tap
DESCRIPTION:Connect with SCRA\, SCRA member companies\, and the StartupGVL network in a relaxed\, casual setting.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/scra-startups-on-tap-3/
LOCATION:Southernside Brewing Co\, 25 Delano Dr.\, Greenville\, SC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T130000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260609T122714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T143159Z
UID:7819-1785495600-1785502800@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:NextGEN Office Hours With Doug Kim
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Office Hours with Doug Kim\, founder and attorney at Kim\, Lahey & Killough Law Firm. Doug brings decades of experience helping startups\, entrepreneurs\, and growing companies navigate intellectual property\, patents\, trademarks\, contracts\, licensing\, and business strategy. Whether you’re protecting a new invention\, building your brand\, or tackling legal questions as you scale\, this is an opportunity to get practical guidance from one of the Upstate’s leading innovation and IP attorneys. \nSign up here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1qqVUbSMOZKlLP4pl9uFm8ZhS9Za6dPBf1IA7K-_UDb8/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/nextgen-office-hours-with-doug-kim/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260707T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T153851Z
UID:7942-1785405600-1785430800@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Women's Coworking Day
DESCRIPTION:​Join us on Thursday\, July 30 from 10am – 5pm for the monthly free Women’s Coworking Day at OpenWorks Coworking with two optional breaks. \n​Arrive by 12:30pm to join us on our 30-minute netwalk break and around 4:45pm we’ll end the day with a Good Things* celebration toast to small (and big) moments/wins that we want to share. \n​You can drop in anytime! Settle in for some focused work\, creative time\, or just enjoy a change of scenery. Connect with other women and our event partner Molly’s Moms\, a nonprofit organization that helps moms turn ideas into income through free resources\, mentorship\, and a supportive community! \n​Snacks will also be provided. RSVP to attend and get event updates. If it’s your first time visiting OpenWorks Coworking\, check out our Guest Access page for tips on finding us and parking. We are located at ONE City Plaza in downtown Greenville.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/womens-coworking-day-4/
LOCATION:OpenWorks Coworking\, 101 N Main Street Suite 302\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Coworking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260609T122549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T143651Z
UID:7816-1785254400-1785265200@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:SUDs (Startup Drinks)
DESCRIPTION:SUDs\, short for Startup Drinks is back! This unstructured networking event is open to entrepreneurs\, ecosystem allies\, and all community members of the StartupGVL ecosystem. The first drink is free\, so get this one on your calendars. \nJuly 28\, 4 – 7pm – come check it out and find out more about StartupGVL! \nLocation: BridgeWay Public House\n \nNextGEN takes a measured and focused approach to fostering high-growth entrepreneurship in the Upstate. Our clients are scalable ventures that are past the earliest stages of their journey and beginning to enter their growth phase\, for which we want to provide a network of fellow founders to maximize impact and shared learning opportunities.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/suds-startup-drinks-2/
LOCATION:Bridgeway Station\, 1000 Via Corso Ave\, Simpsonville\, SC\, 29681\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T190000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260707T152037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T152037Z
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SUMMARY:AI Innovation Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Discover real-world AI applications from the Furman Innovation Lab’s Applied AI for Professional Practice cohort. \n\n\n\n\nCome curious. Leave connected. \nJoin us for an evening of innovation\, networking and real-world AI applications as participants in Furman Innovation Lab’s Applied AI for Professional Practice course showcase the AI-enabled solutions they’ve developed throughout this intensive eight-week learning experience to mentors\, recruiters\, and business\, technology and community leaders. \nThe course challenges participants to analyze how AI functions within complex organizational systems\, using problem-solving skills to evaluate risk\, bias\, sustainability and governance. Each participant will design and present an AI-enabled solution aligned with their professional interests\, such as a product or service concept\, an AI-supported decision or insight tool\, or a process improvement and workflow optimization system. \nWhether you’re curious about AI\, interested in professional development or looking to connect with other professionals exploring emerging technologies\, this event offers a relaxed environment to learn\, network and exchange ideas. \nThis is a drop-in event. Guests are welcome to arrive at any time and stay as long as they’d like.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/ai-innovation-showcase/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI Education,Community,Innovation,Networking,Talent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260707T153403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T153403Z
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SUMMARY:Flywheel Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a day of FREE coworking. \nCommunity Day is an opportunity for non-members to switch up their routine for the day\, explore our space\, make valuable connections\, and still get work done. It is also a great opportunity for our Flywheel members to network and get to know these guests for a day.\nEvery fourth Wednesday of the month.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/flywheel-community-day/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Coworking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T110000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260609T122445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T122445Z
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SUMMARY:Customer Discovery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Customer discovery is one of the most talked about steps in building a startup\, but it’s also one of the easiest to rush or get wrong. \nJoin Elaine Chung for an interactive\, in-person workshop designed to help founders slow down\, ask better questions\, and build a deeper understanding of their customer. \nThis session goes beyond theory. You’ll start with a hands-on activity that highlights why customer discovery matters in the first place\, followed by foundational frameworks on how to approach conversations\, what to listen for\, and how to avoid common blind spots. From there\, you’ll put it into practice by working alongside other founders to review your current discovery efforts\, identify gaps\, and design your next round of testing. \nCome prepared with any customer discovery work you’ve already done. If you haven’t started yet\, that’s okay too\, we’ll create space to begin during the session.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/customer-discovery-workshop/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T100000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260707T142446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T142509Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee with CommunityWorks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, July 15th\, from 8:30-10 AM for a casual drop-in gathering for entrepreneurs to hear what’s happening at CommunityWorks. Stop by\, enjoy a cup of coffee\, and learn what’s new—from programs and resources to upcoming opportunities. You’ll gain insight into the tools and support available to help you reach your business and personal goals. \nWhy Attend? \n\nReconnect with our network\nGain insight into the tools and support CommunityWorks offers\nLearn about new programs and opportunities\nBuild relationships with fellow entrepreneurs and partners
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/coffee-w-communityworks/
LOCATION:CommunityWorks\, 100 W Antrim Dr\, Greenville\, SC\, 29617\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260609T122202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T122202Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260609T122046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T143105Z
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SUMMARY:NextGEN Office Hours With Elaine Chung
DESCRIPTION:Elaine Chung is an organizational strategist and founder of a team alignment platform that helps entrepreneurs distinguish between the unnecessary drag that stalls startups and the necessary friction that sharpens them. She works with founders navigating the path from product innovation to commercialization\, helping them build alignment and make clearer\, more confident decisions. Elaine is also a guest lecturer at UC Berkeley\, a board member at the National Institute for Play\, and author of The Illusion of Authenticity.Sign up to meet with Elaine → https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1FzQ7L_U3TxJsnndXDBRnqMIojmjjBVI4BQA36hkUZzM/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/nextgen-office-hours-w-elaine-chung/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T200000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260707T141519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T141519Z
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SUMMARY:Launchpad Karaoke
DESCRIPTION:Grab a mic\, drop your inhibitions at the door\, and get ready for Launchpad’s very first karaoke night. Liesel is rounding up the whole crew for an hour of glorious\, off-key singing at Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, because nothing builds team spirit quite like belting out your favorite anthem in front of your coworkers. \n​Whether you’re a shower-singer finally coming out of hiding or the office extrovert who’s been waiting for this moment all year\, there’s a spot on the playlist for you. Come cheer\, come sing\, come laugh way too hard at that one coworker who absolutely nails their song choice. See you Thursday!
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/launchpad-karaoke/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T183000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260410T184245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T114806Z
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SUMMARY:Pitch-Space Live
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 5:00\, pitches start at 5:30! Watch startups pitch\, get investor feedback\, and join the audience Q&A. \n\n\n\nReady to witness the next wave of innovation? \nJoin us for an exciting pitch event where scalable\, investor-ready founders take the stage to present their investment thesis to a panel of friendly\, experienced investors. Whether you’re a startup founder looking for inspiration\, an early-stage investor scouting your next opportunity\, or simply a curious member of our community this one’s for you. \nCome ready to listen\, learn\, and connect with the people building tomorrow’s companies — today. \nPitch-Space.com\, powered by Flywheel with our title sponsor by Dualboot Partners\, is a digital platform that connects investors to scalable technology startups that are sorted by Early\, Seed\, and Growth stages of development. Every month\, we host a live event featuring pitches from each category with feedback from a panel of investors and open networking following\, rotating in three regions. Open to all founders\, investors\, and interested community members. It’s a great way to make connections and learn about presenting to investors.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/pitch-space-live-3/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pitching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260807T093901
CREATED:20260609T121756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T142823Z
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SUMMARY:NextGEN Office Hours With Matt Bell
DESCRIPTION:Join NextGEN for Office Hours with Matt Bell\, where founders can sign up for one-on-one sessions to get personalized guidance from experienced operators and service providers. \nMatt Bell is a venture capital leader with deep experience supporting early-stage technology companies. Most recently\, he served as Executive Director of the SC Launch Inc. Investment Fund at the South Carolina Research Authority\, where he helped invest in and grow startups across the state. His background also includes leadership roles at the University of Illinois’ Discovery Partners Institute and Cultivian Sandbox Ventures\, where he focused on scaling innovation-driven companies.Sign up to meet with Matt → https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oAnEXSd4WC0AnUh6U7Wz8PHEmyA21WPgzMgjAgaUtSw/edit?usp=sharing
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/nextgen-office-hours-w-matt-bell/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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