THRIVE 10X SPECIAL EDITION

The wait is almost over!

This year, the Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity (OSBO) is taking our annual small business experience to the next level with THRIVE 10X: Taking Hold of Resources to Ignite Visibility and Expansion.

THRIVE 10X brings together small businesses, entrepreneurs, corporations, government, workforce partners, technology innovators, artists, creatives, resource organizations, and community leaders for a full day focused on visibility, opportunity, innovation, talent and connections.

This isn't just another trade show. It's where business, talent, technology, arts, and culture come together to move our community forward.

REGISTER FOR THRIVE 10X

GET SEEN. GET CONNECTED. GET REMBERED.

Discover local businesses and entrepreneurs showcasing the products, services, ideas, and solutions they bring to the community.

CONNECT TALENT WITH OPPORTUNITY.

A thriving business community needs a thriving workforce.

DISCOVER WHAT'S NEXT.

Technology continues to transform the way businesses operate, connect with customers and compete. THRIVE 10X will spotlight technology, innovation, and the tools helping businesses work smarter and prepare for the future.

EXPEREINCE THE CREATIVITY OF OUR COMMUNITY.

Our community's creativity is an economic asset. THRIVE 10X celebrates artists, creatives, cultural organizations, and entrepreneurs whose work contributes to the identity and vitality of our region.

Small businesses are more than businesses. They are employers, innovators, creators, community builders, and drivers of economic growth.

Thrive 10X creates a space where those contributions can be seen, celebrated and connected to new opportunities.

Four plus areas. One powerful experience.

THRIVE 10X is designed to create connections that continue long after the event ends.

Throughout the day, attendees will have opportunities to:

• Meet small business owners and entrepreneurs
• Connect with potential customers and business partners
• Discover workforce and career resources
• Gain insights from industry experts and panelists
• Experience arts and culture
• Build relationships with government, corporate, and community partner's

THRIVE 10X would not be possible without the generous support and commitment of our sponsors.

Together, We Are Helping to Position. Produce. Propel.

Thank you to The organizations and businesses that believe in the power of small business and investing in the future of our community.

Leading the way in supporting small business growth and community opportunity.

Investing in growth and inspiring what's next

Leading the way in supporting small business growth and community opportunity.

Committed to building stronger businesses and stronger communities.

Supporting innovation, connection, and opportunity.

Helping make meaningful connections possible.

Be sure to bring:

• Business cards or a LinkedIn QR code
• A notebook or device for taking notes
• A willingness to connect, collaborate ,and learn
• Bring your questions
• Capabilities statements
• Bring your curiosity
• Most importantly, bring your vision and readiness to THRIVE

Know a business owner, entrepreneur, job seeker, student, creative, community leader, or organization that should be at THRIVE ?

INVITE THEM TO JOIN WITH YOU!

Share the event with your network and help us make this year's experience bigger, stronger, and more connected.

We appreciate your partnership and look forward to supporting you.

Your OSBO Team: Pam Green, Director, La’Sasha Breland, Assistant Director, Wylondria Jefferson, Certification and Compliance Specialist, Timary Harris, Program Coordinator

Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity (OSBO)

2000 Hampton St., Suite 3014, Columbia, SC 29204

(803) 576-1540

Email: osbo@richlandcountysc.gov