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SUMMARY:Explore Abroad - Entrepreneurship in Kenya
DESCRIPTION:Join us January 23- February 7th  for the Explore Abroad- Entrepreneurship in Kenya. \nCOMING SOON! Keep a look out for more details for this event. \nWhere: TBD \nRegistration: TBD
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/explore-abroad-entrepreneurship-in-kenya/
CATEGORIES:In Person,networking
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SUMMARY:2026 South Carolina Automotive B2B Supplier Matchmaker
DESCRIPTION:The South Carolina Department of Commerce\, in partnership with the South Carolina Manufacturers + Commerce\, will host the 2026 South Carolina Automotive B2B Supplier Matchmaker on Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026\, in Greenville\, SC. This event is an excellent opportunity for suppliers and manufacturers to connect\, explore new partnerships\, and strengthen South Carolina’s manufacturing network. \n\n\n📅 Date: Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026\n🕗 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\n📍 Location: Greenville\, SC\n📝 Registration: Click here to register \nLearn More Here: https://events.sccommerce.com/events/2026-sc-automotive-b2b-supplier-matchmaker
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/2026-south-carolina-automotive-b2b-supplier-matchmaker/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Hotel\, 220 Main St.\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,networking
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SUMMARY:February 12th Lunch and Learn Webinar- with RDU Airport
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn Webinar with Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) Authority | February 12 | 12:00–1:00 PM \n\nCVMSDC invites you to a Lunch & Learn Webinar with RDU Airport Authority\, bringing together industry leaders to share insight on collaboration\, expectations\, and engagement opportunities within construction and infrastructure projects.\n\n🎙 Featured Speakers:\nTrent Johnson\, Balfour Beatty plc Balfour Beatty US Construction\nNate Plank\, New South Construction / Right Build International\nThiané D. Carter\, CPPB\, MPA\, RDU Airport Authority\n\n🎯 Who should attend:\n-Minority-owned and small businesses\n-Construction\, engineering\, and professional service firms\n-Suppliers interested in engaging with large primes and public agencies\n-Businesses focused on growth and long-term partnerships\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, February 12 | 12:00–1:00 PM\n\n Space is limited. Register today to gain insight and connect with leaders supporting RDU Airport projects.\n \nRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zJe6frVRQP24lvq1zCizZw#/registration
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/february-12th-lunch-and-learn-webinar-with-rdu-airport/
CATEGORIES:Corporate Partner,Lunch & Learn,networking,Webinar
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SUMMARY:MLP RING Meetings 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us VIRTUALLY on February 17th for our next MLP RING Meeting! \nDate: 2/17/26 \nTime: 1:00pm (EST) \nLocation: Virtual via Teams \nRegister: TBD \n\nThe MLP RING encompasses the Midlands\, Low Country\, Pee-Dee\, which includes cities east of Columbia\, SC and surrounding areas. We currently serve a variety of industries to include Manufacturing\, Aerospace\, Automotive\, General Products\, and Government related businesses in and around South Carolina. \nWhen We Meet\n\n\n\n\nWe welcome you to join our community and connect with our Corporate and MBE members through our monthly meetings and any networking events scheduled. \nVirtual – Tuesdays\, 1:00pm (EST) \n\n Tuesday\, February 17th  /Register Here\n Tuesday\, April 21st  / Register Here\n Tuesday\, June 16th  / Register Here\n Tuesday\, July 21st  / Register Here\n Tuesday\, September 15th / Register Here\n\n\nIn-person – Date/Time = TBD \n\nMarch\, Charleston\, SC\nMay\, Aiken\, SC\nOctober\, Columbia\, SC\nDecember\, Richmond\, VA
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/mlp-ring-meetings-2026-2/
CATEGORIES:In Person,MLP,networking,RING,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn with Dr. Erevelles- February 24th
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn Webinar: Procurement Readiness & Competitive Positioning\nJoin the Carolinas–Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council for a timely Lunch & Learn Webinar featuring Dr. Erevelles\, Associate Professor at UNC Charlotte. \nThis session serves as a follow-up conversation from the Small Business Summit and is designed for minority-owned businesses seeking to strengthen procurement readiness and compete more effectively for corporate and public-sector contracts. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nParticipants will gain practical insight into: \n\n\nHow procurement teams evaluate suppliers \n\n\nKey areas businesses must strengthen to be contract-ready \n\n\nCommon gaps that prevent MBEs from advancing in the procurement process \n\n\nStrategic considerations for positioning your business ahead of upcoming RFPs \n\n\nThis webinar is especially relevant for businesses that are: \n\n\nActively pursuing supplier diversity opportunities \n\n\nPreparing for MBE certification or supplier inclusion programs \n\n\nLooking to align operations\, strategy\, and messaging with buyer expectations \n\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday\, February 24\, 2026Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM (ET)Format: Virtual Lunch & Learn Webinar \n🎤 Host: Dominique Milton\, President & CEO\, CVMSDC \nWhy Attend\nProcurement opportunities are competitive and time-sensitive. Businesses that invest in preparation are the ones positioned to win. This session provides actionable insight to help MBEs move from interest to execution. \n🚨 Registration is limited and will close soon.Secure your spot and ensure your business is prepared for what procurement teams expect next. \n👉 Register today 
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/lunch-and-learn-with-dr-erevelles-february-24th/
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SUMMARY:Finance Access Workshop for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The Charleston Regional Aviation Authority is delighted to invite you to our upcoming workshop: Finance Access for Small Businesses. This informative session is designed to provide valuable insights into securing financing and will cover: \n\nBank Loans & Credit Access\nAlternative Financing: CDFIs\nPreparing a Fundable Business Plan\n\nWorkshop Details \n\nDate: Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Complimentary Lunch at 1:00 PM)\nLocation: 5550 Porsche Blvd\, North Charleston\nFee: None – Fully Sponsored\n\nSpace is limited to 50 participants\, no walk-ins will be admitted\, and attendance is reserved for those who confirm their RSVP. To secure your spot\, please email kgivens@iflychs.com. \nFor additional details\, please refer to the attached agenda and flyer. If you have any questions\, feel free to reach out. \nAgenda #3 \nWe look forward to your participation!
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/finance-access-workshop-for-small-businesses/
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