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Tech Entrepreneurship Events in the Midlands

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Whether you're exploring your first startup idea or scaling an existing tech business, our events provide the connections, knowledge, and support you need to succeed.

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SEO Power Hour by Hello SEO
Feb 17
SEO Power Hour by Hello SEO

​This hands-on workshop covers SEO basics that actually matter –setting up Google Analytics and Search Console, submitting sitemaps, identifying your target keywords, and more!

Tech on Tap Feb. 2026
Feb 19
Tech on Tap Feb. 2026

Join us every third Thursday evening for expert insights on the challenges that can make or break your tech startup—from incorporation decisions to scaling strategies.

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Dr. Ashley Dash
Founder and CEO, ResumeATM

“Participating in ColaStarts has ABSOLUTELY set me up for success. Learning how to pitch, being connected to the community, and having access to mentors helped me to not only launch my startup with paid customers, but it also helped me land speaking engagements and acceptance into a business accelerator program where I received $25,000 in non-dilutive funds. I have gained so much because of starting with ColaStarts, and I'm thrilled to be connected to the tech community in Columbia, SC.”

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