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SUMMARY:2025 Venture 15 & Asheville Honors
DESCRIPTION:The Venture 15 and Venture Asheville Honors is an annual award show ranking the fastest growing startups and honoring the people and organizations in the ecosystem. \nVenture 15 Awards recognize the 15 fastest growing Asheville-area startups. This event celebrates the area’s outstanding entrepreneurs\, and it serves as an elite setting where they can share their talent and wisdom as well as offer inspiration to other fledgling companies to be part of this exclusive group.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/2025-venture-15-asheville-honors/
LOCATION:The Orange Peel\, 101 Biltmore Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
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SUMMARY:From Idea to Action: Moving Past “I Don’t Know Where to Start”
DESCRIPTION:Feeling stuck at the start? This interactive workshop shows you how to take micro-steps that turn ideas into progress to be in motion in the new year. \n\nThe end of the year can feel like a pause—or a pressure-filled moment to “start fresh” in January. This two-hour virtual workshop offers a different approach: take small\, meaningful steps on your idea now\, so you enter the new year already moving forward. Through interactive exercises and hands-on activities\, you’ll explore practical strategies to break through mental blocks\, experiment safely\, and leave with real micro-actions to make progress—without overwhelm or pressure. \nWho It’s For: \n\nEarly-stage founders\, product builders\, or career changers feeling “stuck”\nIndividuals with great ideas but limited clarity on how to start\nTeams or solopreneurs transitioning from ideation to growth\nAnyone who wants to make progress now\, rather than waiting for January
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/from-idea-to-action-moving-past-i-dont-know-where-to-start/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T120000
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SUMMARY:From Idea to Action Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Have an idea but don’t know where to start? Take small\, practical steps now and start building momentum that lasts. \n\nOverview:\nNot sure where to start with your idea? This 30-minute\, low-pressure mini workshop gives you a quick boost to take your first meaningful step. You’ll practice one or two micro-actions that can be done immediately\, and learn a simple framework to keep building momentum in December—so that when the full workshop comes around\, you’re already moving forward. \n‍ \nWho It’s For: \n\nAnyone with an idea or project they’ve been meaning to start\nEarly-stage creators or career changers feeling stuck at the beginning\nIndividuals who want a small\, pressure-free way to begin making progress
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/from-idea-to-action-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251119T174610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T174610Z
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SUMMARY:Growing with Purpose: Culture That Scales
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to scale your business while maintaining an excellent culture and staying true to your values.\n\n\n\nWhen growth accelerates\, culture carries the load. \nAre you noticing signs friction as you scale your company to the next level\, like: \n\nSlow\, expensive growth: chasing shiny markets\, saying yes too often\, and shifting priorities.\nHiring misses & turnover: value-misaligned hires\, longer ramp\, culture drift.\nDecision bottlenecks: approvals pile up on your desk; projects stall.\nInconsistent customer experience: fewer referrals\, lower reviews\, leakier retention.\nProcess by heroics: more firefighting\, handoff gaps\, hidden margin loss.\nVendor churn and wasted fees: partners who don’t “get it” or deliver.\nSpray-and-pray marketing: customer acquisition cost creeps up while pipeline quality slides.\nMetrics you can’t trust: five dashboards\, conflicting numbers\, opinion battles.\n\nThis 90-minute workshop will help.\nChris Cloud and Dan Rundle will share their firsthand experience on how to turn purpose and values into daily behaviors\, leadership rhythms\, and decision rules your team can actually use.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/growing-with-purpose-culture-that-scales/
LOCATION:32 East Broad Street\, 32 East Broad Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T130000
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SUMMARY:Secure AI For Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to level up your business game with the latest insights on integrating AI seamlessly – it’s time to secure your success! \nWhat You’ll Gain:\n✓ Practical strategies you can implement immediately to leverage AI securely\n✓ Real-world use cases across sales\, marketing\, operations\, and more\n✓ Expert insights from industry leaders who’ve successfully navigated AI adoption\n✓ Actionable takeaways including our comprehensive AI Implementation Roadmap\n✓ Answers to YOUR questions – this is an interactive discussion\, not a lecture! \nPlus\, enjoy a complimentary lunch as you network with fellow business leaders facing the same opportunities and challenges. \nWhether you’re just exploring AI or ready to scale your initiatives\, you’ll leave with concrete next steps\, proven frameworks\, and the confidence to move forward safely and strategically. \nBring your questions. Share your challenges. Leave with solutions.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/secure-ai-for-your-business/
LOCATION:110 East Court Street\, 110 East Court Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T120000
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CREATED:20251106T214328Z
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SUMMARY:Business Automation with AI: Automate\, Step Back\, and Enjoy Your Holidays
DESCRIPTION:The holidays — and life in general — shouldn’t mean being glued to your inbox\, notifications\, or messages. In this 2-hour hands-on session\, you’ll learn how to leverage AI to automate key business tasks\, giving your operations the structure to run smoothly while you step back and fully enjoy your time with family\, friends\, or yourself. \n\nDesigned for solo founders\, small teams\, and busy professionals\, this session focuses on giving you the tools and confidence to step away without losing control\, so you can finally be present where you are. Through hands-on examples and practical exercises\, you’ll see exactly how to implement AI-powered automations that make a real difference. \n‍
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/business-automation-with-ai-automate-step-back-and-enjoy-your-holidays/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T193000
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CREATED:20251010T200153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T200153Z
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SUMMARY:Industrial Engineer AI Vibe Code Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:The Industrial Engineer AI Vibe Coding Hackathon brings together Industrial Engineers\, AI enthusiasts\, and builders for a collaborative\, hands-on competition exploring the future of software development through Vibe Coding — a new AI-driven approach where participants describe the desired functionality and AI generates the code. \nContestants will work on projects that address real-world Industrial Engineering challenges such as reducing waste\, improving safety\, quality\, productivity\, or cost. \nEvent Schedule:Virtual Kickoff (Contestants Only): Nov 12\, 12:00 PM EST – overview\, Q&A\, and trainingProject Deadline: Nov 18\, 12:00 PM ESTFinals + Social: Nov 19\, 5:30–7:30 PM EST at Flywheel Coworking – live presentations\, awards\, networking\, and refreshments \nExtras:🍹 Greenville-based THC drink tastings from Tupley🖨 3D-printed fidget keychains from a local IE entrepreneur🎟 Free to attend – all are welcome
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/industrial-engineer-ai-vibe-code-hackathon/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T210000
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SUMMARY:TEDxUnityPark
DESCRIPTION:Bryan Davis didn’t just grow up in Greenville\, he built his first business in a backyard here at age six. Today\, he’s helped launch over 650 startups across the Southeast\, and he’s still betting big on the place he calls home. \nAs Executive Director of The Hill Institute at Furman\, Bryan is one of the Southeast’s leading champions for startup ecosystems – named to the Palmetto Power List\, a Forbes contributor\, and a trusted voice for innovation strategy. His message at TEDxUnityPark? The future of entrepreneurship isn’t coastal – it’s community-driven. \nBryan is making the case that billion dollar ideas can grow just as fast under a magnolia tree as they can in Menlo Park – and that the Southeast is no longer an underdog. It’s the future.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/tedxunitypark/
LOCATION:Roam Greenville ONE\, 2 W Washington St Suite 200\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T113000
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CREATED:20251027T164921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T164921Z
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SUMMARY:Relentless Execution Framework Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join NextGEN and Dale Thrush\, Partner at By Design Advisors\, to learn about the relentless execution framework. Ideas are everywhere — execution is rare. This workshop is about building the discipline\, systems\, and mindset to turn your vision into traction. We’ll explore how founders can focus on what truly moves the needle\, establish habits that drive consistent progress\, and create a culture of accountability and follow-through. You’ll walk away with practical tools to simplify priorities\, align your team\, and push your company forward — no matter how chaotic the day-to-day gets. \nWith nearly 25 years of experience in people operations\, Dale knows firsthand that success hinges on having the right people in the right roles. Dale’s passion is helping business owners build high-performing teams\, because he believes organizations that invest in their people are the ones that thrive. \nHis career includes pivotal roles in growing and transitioning two companies—from small businesses to significant enterprises\, each sold at a premium due to the strong people and processes in place. He believes aligned teams drive success and finds fulfillment in empowering business owners to recognize their true value. Committed to simplicity\, intentionality\, and doing what’s right\, Dale supports clients in reaching their long-term goals.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/relentless-execution-framework-workshop/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251106T212652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T212652Z
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SUMMARY:SheMeansBusiness
DESCRIPTION:Our Charleston counterparts at Encore Bank inspired us – and now it’s Greenville’s turn! We are excited to launch our own Women in Business Collaboration\, and we’d love for you to be part of it. We’re looking for strong\, growth-minded women who juggle it all and deserve a space to connect\, create\, and grow. This first session is a brainstorm – your ideas will help shape what this collaboration becomes. Let’s build something meaningful together!
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/shemeansbusiness/
LOCATION:Encore Bank\, 18 S Markley St Ste A\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T203000
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CREATED:20251119T174235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T174235Z
UID:4968-1763490600-1763497800@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Beer & Napkins
DESCRIPTION:Join award-winning educator and author Thomas Riddle for an engaging session inspired by his book Imagineering Education. Explore how the four pillars—Story\, Space\, Experience\, and People—shape the way we learn\, design\, collaborate\, and connect.This session emphasizes a powerful truth:before you can transform a school\, a team\, or an organization\, you must first transform yourself.Your inner story\, your presence\, and your purpose set the emotional tone for every space you shape.Through thoughtful discussion and creative idea-building\, participants will discover how intentional design influences behavior and culture—and how personal clarity fuels meaningful transformation in any environment.Come ready to imagine what’s possible.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/beer-napkins-2/
LOCATION:Atlas Local\, 25 Draper St STE A\, Greenville\, 29611\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T130000
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CREATED:20251106T214140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T214140Z
UID:4861-1763380800-1763384400@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Business Automation with AI Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Always feeling “on” with your business? Constantly checking emails\, messages\, or notifications\, even during family time or holidays? In this 30-minute mini session\, we’ll show you how even a few key AI-powered automations can help your business keep running while you step back and focus on what matters most. \n\nThis mini session is a taste of the full workshop\, giving you quick\, actionable strategies to start reclaiming your time. You’ll learn how to identify the tasks that keep you tethered to your business\, implement simple automations immediately\, and begin the journey toward a business that runs while you’re truly present.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/business-automation-with-ai-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251022T164647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T164647Z
UID:4816-1763114400-1763121600@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:AI Leadership Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Experience South Carolina’s AI momentum firsthand. In partnership with the SC AI Collaborative\, you’ll hear from local AI founders on how artificial intelligence is transforming industries across South Carolina and what it means for the region’s innovation future.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/ai-leadership-exchange/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T223000
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CREATED:20251001T194438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T194524Z
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SUMMARY:2025 InnoVision Awards
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 InnoVision Awards will feature a cocktail hour\, buffet dinner\, and awards celebration showcasing each finalist with a video profile and announcing winners in every category. The Young Innovator Award and the prestigious Dr. Charles Townes Individual Achievement Award will also be presented. Tickets include dinner\, open bar\, and networking with leaders and innovators from across South Carolina.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/2025-innovision-awards/
LOCATION:The Palmetto Club\, 1231 Sumter St\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251023T213259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T213259Z
UID:4822-1763053200-1763060400@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Collaborators & Cocktails
DESCRIPTION:Endeavor’s final Collaborators & Cocktails of 2025 turns the spotlight on collaborators you don’t hear nearly enough about\, but SHOULD – the entrepreneurs behind Society and the re-born City Tavern: acclaimed Chef Chris Rosensteel & his business/brand partner Jeremy Krauze. \nCatering to an eclectic\, young\, and young-at-heart demo…and EXTREMELY successful at it…we suspect no one knows enough about these guys. Because\, what a story. Award-winning Chef Chris becomes friends with restaurant/bar-savvy Jeremy who happens to have a business plan in his back pocket. \nBut their growth and success is no accident. They’re hard-working\, super-smart\, apparently fearless\, passionately creative – AND have a unique understanding of the customers who love their brands. Whether it’s weekday lunch\, Saturday sports & slushies\, or late night (while some of us are tucked in bed\, plenty of Greenvillians are choosing to spend a lot of time and money with them). So\, who are those customers? And what do Chris and Jeremy know about them that the rest of us SHOULD know? Join us to find out – and enjoy some of their menu favorites while you’re here.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/collaborators-cocktails-2/
LOCATION:Endeavor\, 1 N. Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251106T213918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T213918Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Digitally-Savvy Kids Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on workshop\, we’ll dig deeper into building your family’s digital game plan for the holidays and beyond. You’ll learn how to guide your kids’ relationship with technology while keeping the joy of the season intact. \n\nEmpower yourself to guide your elementary-aged child through the digital world with our interactive parenting course\, “Raising Digital-Savvy Kids.” Learn to set healthy boundaries\, utilize practical safety tools\, foster digital skills\, and create a personalized “digital growth plan” for their transition to middle school and beyond. Each week includes a live session\, pre-work\, and at-home action steps\, providing you with the knowledge and confidence to support your child’s online journey.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/raising-digitally-savvy-kids-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251010T201042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T155921Z
UID:4795-1763024400-1763046000@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:2025 Palmetto Pitch Competition Finals
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Clemson University’s Brook T. Smith Launchpad for the 2025 Palmetto Pitch Competition Finals\, where the top 8 student venture teams from across South Carolina will compete live for over $15\,000 in cash prizes\, exclusive mentorship\, and statewide recognition! \nThis exciting\, one-day event brings together innovators\, investors\, and educators to celebrate South Carolina’s next generation of founders.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/2025-palmetto-pitch-competition-finals/
LOCATION:Brook T Smith Launchpad\, 390 College Ave\, Clemson\, SC\, 29631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awards,Pitching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251030T171659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T171659Z
UID:4840-1762968600-1762975800@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Empowering Small Businesses: Strategies for Success in South Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Join Axios for an event in Greenville\, bringing together policy\, business\, and community leaders to explore ways to empower success for South Carolina’s small businesses in a changing economy. \nAttendees will enjoy: \n\n\nNewsworthy interviews led by Axios Local Managing Editor Mike Szvetitz \n\n\nNetworking opportunities with local leaders over light bites and refreshments \n\n\nActionable insights on small business growth in today’s evolving economic landscape
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/empowering-small-businesses-strategies-for-success-in-south-carolina/
LOCATION:The Rutherford\, 520 Rutherford Road\, Greenville\, SC\, 29609\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20250930T175336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T170822Z
UID:4765-1762966800-1762974000@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:SUDs (Startup Drinks)
DESCRIPTION:SUDs\, affectionately called StartupDrinks\, is back for November! This unstructured networking event is open to entrepreneurs\, ecosystem allies\, and all community members of the #StartupGVL ecosystem. The first drink is on NextGEN\, so get this one on your calendars!
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/suds-startup-drinks-3/
LOCATION:New Realm Brewing\, 912 S Main St\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251106T213548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T213548Z
UID:4857-1762952400-1762956000@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:AI-Built Marketing Strategy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Overwhelmed by marketing? Join Build Carolina’s Lauren McGlamery and CC Media’s Christen Clinkscales for a hands-on workshop to simplify your marketing planning using AI. Get organized\, stay consistent\, and build momentum for 2026. \n\nFinally — an easier\, smarter way to plan your next quarter.\n‍ \nIf you’re a small business owner or nonprofit leader trying to juggle all the pieces of marketing — from social media to newsletters to event promotion — you’re not alone. Marketing can feel like chaos when you’re wearing all the hats. But with the right strategy (and a little help from AI)\, you can get organized\, stay consistent\, and build momentum heading into 2026. \n‍ \nJoin Build Carolina’s Engagement Director\, Lauren McGlamery\, and business owner\, Christen Clinkscales of CC Media\, for a practical\, hands-on workshop that helps you use AI to simplify your marketing planning process. \n‍ \nYou’ll learn how to teach AI about your business or nonprofit — your mission\, goals\, team\, and tools — and then use it to co-create a realistic marketing plan tailored to your time and resources. We know what it’s like to manage marketing on our own. As two one-person marketing teams\, we understand the competing priorities\, constant change\, and burnout that can come from trying to keep up. That’s why we teamed up — to share what’s working for us right now and help you head into 2026 organized\, confident\, and ready to grow.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/ai-built-marketing-strategy-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AI Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20250924T221125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T221125Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Connections
DESCRIPTION:Professionals across the community are invited to attend the next Coffee & Connections\, a networking event designed to maximize face-to-face connections and help attendees grow their networks. \nParticipants are encouraged to bring their elevator pitch and business cards—coffee will be provided.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/coffee-connections-5/
LOCATION:AC Hotel Greenville\, 315 S Main St\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251106T211521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T211521Z
UID:4847-1762884000-1762891200@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Village Launch BEA Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate 35 graduates of Village Launch’s Business Entrepreneur Academy! This cohort includes two classes of brand-new businesses and one class of existing businesses\, each entrepreneur has completed our intensive\, community-powered program designed to turn ideas into thriving ventures. \nOur guest speaker is John Gaillard\, a long-time mentor and friend of Village Launch who has helped entrepreneurs gain clarity\, strategy\, and success for decades. Come cheer on these founders and connect with Greenville’s small-business community! \nWho Should Attend: Family\, friends\, mentors\, partners\, alumni\, funders\, and supporters of local entrepreneurship. The community is warmly invited.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/village-launch-bea-graduation/
LOCATION:Long Branch Baptist Church\, 28 Bolt Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251029T173117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T173117Z
UID:4835-1762882200-1762889400@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:2025 Manufacturers Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This annual event\, now in its 23nd year\, provides an opportunity for the community to thank and celebrate our manufacturers who continue to invest and grow their operations in Greenville. You don’t want to miss this evening of fun networking\, good food and drinks\, and connection building with our manufacturers.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/2025-manufacturers-celebration/
LOCATION:Prisma Health Welcome Center at Unity Park\, 111 Welborn Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T140000
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UID:4838-1762862400-1762869600@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:NextGEN Office Hours with Leah Vaverek
DESCRIPTION:Leah’s expertise is in branding\, content creation\, digital presence\, & social media marketing. DM NextGEN on any social platform for the link to sign up for social media help.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/nextgen-office-hours-with-leah-vaverek/
LOCATION:NEXT Innovation Center\, 411 University Ridge\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T110000
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CREATED:20251106T211851Z
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SUMMARY:SHE CONNECT - Coffee & Connect
DESCRIPTION:Join us at SHE CONNECT – Coffee & Connect for a fun and casual networking event over coffee!\n\n\n\nHey ladies! Get ready to mingle and network at our Coffee & Connect event. Join us at Venture X Greenville – Plush Mills for a fun-filled evening of meeting new people\, sharing ideas\, and enjoying delicious coffee. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to make meaningful connections and expand your network. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded women in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. See you there!
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/she-connect-coffee-connect/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 141 Traction St\, Greenville\, SC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20250324T134857Z
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SUMMARY:SHE Connects Coffee & Connections
DESCRIPTION:Start your morning connecting with inspiring women every second Tuesday of the month at 9am at Venture X. \nWhere: 141 Traction St.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/she-connects-coffee-connections/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 141 Traction St\, Greenville\, SC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251106T211248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T211248Z
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SUMMARY:Fam Jam + Village Launch Market
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole crew for a family-friendly spin on Yam Jam\, sponsored by Duke Energy! \nHelp pack sweet potatoes for families in need! PLUS enjoy kids’ garden & cooking demos\, shop from 20+ vendors at the Village Launch Market\, & jam to the Jamie Wright Band!
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/fam-jam-village-launch-market/
LOCATION:Mill Village Hub\, 1186 Pendleton St\, Greenville\, SC\, 29611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20250915T140852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T210944Z
UID:4730-1762516800-1762520400@startupgvl.com
SUMMARY:Raising Digital-Savvy Kids Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Feeling overwhelmed by how fast technology is changing—and how it impacts your kids? This free one-hour virtual session is your chance to step back\, reflect\, and start the conversation. You’ll walk away with one actionable strategy you can use right away at home\, plus a clear sense of how the Raising Digital-Savvy Kids workshop series goes deeper into building healthy digital habits\, setting boundaries\, and raising confident tech users.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/raising-digital-savvy-kids-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20251020T202646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T202646Z
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SUMMARY:The On-Brand Open
DESCRIPTION:The First Annual On-Brand Open Golf Tournament Classic Scramble Championship Pro-Am Tour Series (For the Cure) brings together golfers\, sponsors\, and community members for a day of friendly competition and fundraising. The event includes a lunch buffet\, drinks\, contests\, and exclusive On-Brand swag\, with additional activities like “Play a Hole with a Pro\,” a Golf Ball Cannon challenge\, and raffles benefitting First Tee of the Upstate. \nPlayers will compete in a non-handicapped scramble with fun twists\, culminating in a playoff among the top three teams. Winners will each receive a custom set of On-Brand Kestrel Wedges. A portion of proceeds supports local youth golfers through First Tee.
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/the-on-brand-open/
LOCATION:Greer Golf & Country Club\, 2299 Gap Creek Rd Ste. A\, Greer\, SC\, 29651\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T145402
CREATED:20250811T192606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T142335Z
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SUMMARY:Advantage Greenville
DESCRIPTION:Advantage Greenville brings together industry leaders\, innovators\, and visionaries to explore emerging trends\, transformative technologies\, and groundbreaking ideas shaping the future of business and society. Each session focuses on a timely and impactful topic\, offering attendees the opportunity to engage with renowned experts\, network with forward-thinking professionals\, and gain valuable insights for driving innovation and growth.  \n7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.      Pre-event Networking and Breakfast \n8:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.      Main Event in Auditorium \n9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.      Post-event Networking \nAdvantage Greenville is a bi-annual thought leadership forum presented by The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in partnership with Furman University’s Alumni Office. 
URL:https://startupgvl.com/event/advantage-greenville/
LOCATION:Flywheel Coworking Greenville\, 101 N Main Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Networking,Professional Development
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