# Event Details - **Event Name**: City of Charleston's Business Opportunity Expo 2025 - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 01 Apr, 2025 at 10:00 am – Tue, 01 Apr, 2025 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Expo 2025 will help businesses "Thrive in '25" by unlocking networking opportunities and sparking innovation.About this EventWelcome to the City of Charleston's Business Opportunity Expo 2025! "Small Businesses: Thrive in '25"Join us at 95 Calhoun Street for a day filled with networking, learning, and growth opportunities. This in-person event is your chance to connect with local businesses, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and government administrators.Don't miss out on this exciting experience to take your business to the next level. Mark your calendars and get ready to make valuable connections at the City of Charleston's Business Opportunity Expo 2025! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/bc5c7850-f609-11ef-9473-8bcdbc748ebf-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 10:00 AMExhibitor Hall Opens Info: Come to connect, learn and engage with 50+ exhibitors, government agencies, resource partners and fellow entrepreneurs. ?: 10:15 AM - 10:25 AMWelcome Message Info: The Minority Business Development Manager, Ruth Jordan and other city leaders will welcome attendees to the Small Business Expo 2025. ?: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM You Got B.A.I.L?Info: A panel discussion involving industry experts from the Banking, Accounting, Insurance and Legal industries (B.A.I.L) will offer knowledge to help your business to succeed. ?: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PMLet's Do Business - One Stop Shop Info: Do you want to increase your bottom line? Do you want to increase your visibility and build relationships with government agencies? If so, come hear from the decision makers from The City of Charleston, Charleston County Government, Charleston County School district and more. ?: 12:00 PM - 02:00 PMLunch Info: Food will be available for purchase at the food trucks located in the George Street parking lot. We will have a map of local restaurant options as well. ?: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PMFire Side Chat with Mayor Cogswell and Small Businesses Info: Join Mayor William Cogswell and successful small business owners to discuss the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. ?: 02:15 PM - 03:15 PMBREAKOUT SESSION 1: The Nuts & Bolts of Starting a Business Info: City of Charleston specialists will help navigate the process on how to start your own business. This session will guide you step-by-step through obtaining a business license, understanding local regulations, and ensuring compliance with city requirements. This workshop will provide the knowledge and resources you need to succeed in the City of Charleston.?: 02:15 PM - 03:15 PMBREAKOUT SESSION 2: Unlocking & Securing Funding Info: ""Unlocking and Securing Funding" is a workshop designed to help entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of securing financial support. Participants will learn strategies, tips, and best practices for successfully identifying and applying for funding opportunities to fuel their projects and initiatives - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charleston/city-of-charlestons-business-opportunity-expo-2025/100001203944042039 - **Event Categories**: business, exhibitions, workshops, food-drinks, calendar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Charleston - **state**: SC - **country**: United States - **location**: Charleston Gaillard Center - **lat**: 32.78685370000001 - **long**: -79.9307403 - **full address**: Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun Street, Charleston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: City of Charleston's Business Opportunity Expo 2025 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/de15843198611f0a51e4c5da05c5c27245b36862ad5dfee4be85e8f384e35282-rimg-w1200-h801-dcdadbdb-gmir.jpg?v=1741123076 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is City of Charleston's Business Opportunity Expo 2025 being held? - **A:** City of Charleston's Business Opportunity Expo 2025 takes place on Tue, 01 Apr, 2025 at 10:00 am to Tue, 01 Apr, 2025 at 04:00 pm at Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun Street, Charleston, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing City of Charleston's Business Opportunity Expo 2025? - **A:** City of Charleston's Business Opportunity Expo 2025 is organized by City of Charleston's Minority Business Enterprise. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** City of Charleston's Business Opportunity Expo 2025 is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charleston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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