South Carolina Small Business, Hospitality, & Tourism Summit

Event description

The event is designed to support and strengthen small businesses that serve as the foundation of our state's tourism and hospitality industry. From manufacturing, restaurants and food service establishments to hotels, retail shops, attractions, event venues, agritourism operations, and Main Street businesses, the summit will provide direct access to critical resources and information to help small businesses grow, adapt, and remain competitive.

Topics to be Covered:

• Access to Capital to Start, Grow, or Sustain Your Business
• New Federal Tax Changes & Benefits Effecting Small Business
  Owners
• Doing Business with the Federal Government (Contracting and Certifications)
• Evolution of the Local Tech Ecosystem & Resources for the Small Business Owner
• Money Matters: Building Financial Confidence in Your Business
• USDA Financing & Economic Development Initiatives to Support Small Businesses

Who should attend:

• Small business owners and entrepreneurs
• Economic development organizations
• Local governments
• Tourism & hospitality leaders
• Chambers of commerce

A special thank you to our event sponsors: Horry Georgetown Technical College and the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. 

Lunch will be included.