Friday, May 31

Palmetto Patriot Entrepreneur Network Launch

Join us at the Palmetto Patriot Entrepreneur Network Launch to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and kickstart your business journey!

By Palmetto Patriot Entrepreneur Network

Date and time

Friday, May 31 · 9am - 2pm EDT

Location

Darla Moore School of Business

1014 Greene Street Columbia, SC 29208

Agenda

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Check-In

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Opening Remarks

Amanda Snell & Charlie Eadie will announce the launch of the Palmetto Patriot Entrepreneur Network, presented by Bunker Labs, and explain the goals for the organization which will support veteran and...

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

Veteran Business Success Story

Dan Ballister and select members of his team at The General's Hot Sauce will discuss their experience launching and scaling a successful business venture.

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Small Business Resource Panel

Representatives from various small business resource providers will join for a panel discussion. Confirmed participants: SCORE, Small Business Development Center, Veteran Business Outreach Center, Ce...

11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Break

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

Funding Pathways

Representatives from various funding partners will join for a panel discussion. Confirmed representatives: Small Business Administration (SBA), CMD Capital, First Community Bank.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Networking Lunch

Lunch will be provided for all attendees. Please use this time to network and break bread together.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Breakout Rooms

We will have three deep dive sessions: 1) Funding - Business Loan Process; 2) Digital Marketing; and 3) How to Network for Business

About this event

5 hours

Welcome to the Palmetto Patriot Entrepreneur Network Launch presented by Bunker Labs which is now part of the Institute for Veterans and Military Families! Join us at the Darla Moore School of Business Sonoco Pavilion for an exciting event where entrepreneurs, innovators, and business enthusiasts come together to network, learn, and collaborate. This in-person gathering is your opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights, and explore new possibilities. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a vibrant community dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and creativity for veterans and military spouses. See you there!

Organized by

Palmetto Patriot Entrepreneur Network

The Palmetto Patriot Entrepreneur Network (Palmetto PEN) is a vibrant South Carolina-based initiative dedicated to empowering veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs. Founded by veterans Charlie Eadie and Amanda Snell and presented by Bunker Labs, Palmetto PEN offers a supportive community, essential resources, and dynamic educational programs. Our mission is to nurture a thriving network that promotes business success and growth for the veteran and military spouse communities across the Palmetto State. Join us to connect, learn, and succeed.