Our Business Calendar

**MUSC Presents The 2021 SC Virtual Black Expo**

MUSC presents the 2021 SC Virtual Black Expo taking place April 24, 2021. This virtual event will feature a performance by The Legendary Clark Sisters, singer/songwriter Raheem DeVaughn, Chrissy, and a Cooking Demo presented by Jack Daniels that will feature Chef Monica, Dj Phatboi and the Cocktail Bandits. Attendees will be empowered through the many breakout sessions including “Living in the Black” with Marcus Benjamin, “Building Your Brand” with celebrity stylist and designer Sergio Hudson as well as a discussion on establishing Generational Wealth with Hip Hop Legend and Mogul Master P. Come and support black-owned business owners from across the state and don't miss the SC Top 20 Under 40 winners being announced on the Mainstage. This virtual event will also feature many opportunities to win cash prizes as well as a $1,500 Wardrobe Giveaway from Sergio Hudson. Attendees will also walk away with important COVID-19 information through the Health sessions hosted by MUSC and DHEC’s session featuring Dr. Linda Bell.

Register today for your VIP Expo Experience Box and get more information at BlackExpoSouth.Com or call 1-800-419-2417.

Until then the SC black expo encourages you to stay home, stay safe, and stay healthy during this time.

**Administrative Professionals’ Day Expo & Luncheon**

The Greater Florence Chamber will again host its’ popular Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon on Wednesday, April 21st at the Florence Center. Festivities will begin at 11:00 am with many fun vendor exhibits sharing their wares and small gifts for the attendees. The program will also be full of great door prizes and giveaways. Lunch will be served starting at 12:00 noon. It’s a great opportunity for area businesses and agencies to reward their staff with a great lunch, while hearing an amusing message from this year's speaker, Gina Trimarco, founder of Carolina Improv Company. Her topic will be, Oh Yes You Did!

**Florence Center Is Hosting The Carolina Food Truck Rodeo**

Florence Center is hosting the Carolina Food Truck Rodeo event on May 7-8th. There will be over 25 food trucks andspecialty vendors. We will be serving cold craft beer and drinks in the beer garden thanks to southern eagle distributing and crown beverage. The big change from the one that we put on this past fall is that live music is returning to the Carolina Food Truck Rodeo. A specific list of confirmed food trucks is available at www.carolinafoodtruck.com.

**FMU MBA Program Open For Fall Applications.**

The Francis Marion University School of Business is accepting applications for fall admission to the MBA program.

This 10-course MBA program is designed for the working professional from different backgrounds. Students can complete the program as fast as one year or take as long as five years.

Accredited at the highest level by Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) this program provides access to faculty who have a wide range of work experience and PhDs in their area. This program is on-line but does require your on-campus attendance for three Saturdays a semester.

**October 31st, November 1-3rd The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island**

The Chamber's annual meeting and signature event is the premier gathering of the state's top business leaders. The Summit honors our Business Leader of the Year, Public Servant of the Year, Diversity Award, HR Awards, and Boeing Veteran Awards. This year our conference will feature an oyster roast, networking opportunities, and a high-profile keynote speaker.