2023 North Charleston Business Expo

The North Charleston Business Expo showcases regional companies and offers the business community a rare opportunity to network with over 200 companies & thousands of attendees.

KICKOFF BREAKFAST – CHARLESTON'S SUPPLY CHAIN EVOLUTION: NAVIGATING TODAY'S LANDSCAPE – 7:30 am – 9:00 am

Join us for a special event to open the Expo. Along with networking and breakfast, we'll have a panel discussion featuring supply chain experts from a variety of backgrounds. Panelists include Taylor Jackson from the SC Council on Competitiveness, a local manufacturing executive and a representative from the South Carolina Ports Authority. Ticketed event.

POWER LUNCH – TRANSPORTATION – 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

WHEELS UP: Exploring the Future of Mobility. For the first time, Japan-based SkyDrive and South Carolina economic development officials will gather to discuss the company's vision for a statewide advanced air mobility ecosystem through its 'flying car' technology, placing the Palmetto State at the forefront of the future of mobility. Ticketed event.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY CENTER – PRESENTED BY CHARLESTON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Workforce development is critically important to the business community. As our community continues to enjoy economic growth, many employers are looking for qualified employees. Stop by and meet these employers and learn more about opportunities to join these exciting teams.

CONTACTS TO CONTRACTS 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Looking to start a new business relationship? Small business owners will have the opportunity to showcase their goods and services to local, state, and federal government contracting agencies at this annual matchmaking event. Businesses will also have the opportunity to seek advice from several specialized small business resource agencies.

NONPROFIT PAVILION –  9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Nonprofits are vital to the success of any region. In the Lowcountry, we’re blessed with a robust nonprofit community. Our Nonprofit Pavilion will feature a variety of nonprofit organizations. Stop by and learn more about their impact on the community and how you can get involved.

EXPERIENCE THE EXPO 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Explore the Expo floor and meet hundreds of local businesses and business owners exhibiting their products and services. Connect with others in the business community, including small-business entrepreneurs and top executives.

NETWORKING RECEPTION 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Meet with hundreds of professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs from across the region. Food, drinks, and live music will be provided. Come and enjoy one of the best Business Networking events in the Lowcountry. This is a great place to generate fresh leads and sales.

EXPO PRESENTED BY:

Charleston Regional Business Journal | City of North Charleston

EXPO SPONSORED BY:

Charleston County Economic Development | Network Controls 
 

EXPO PARTNERS:

Coldwell Banker Commercial Atlantic | North Charleston Chamber of Commerce | Stingray Branding
 

KICKOFF BREAKFAST AND POWER LUNCH SPONSORED BY:

Charleston County Economic Development | HLA 

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For more information about the event, email Events Director Jessica Byerly.
For sponsorship information, email Director of Sales Ryan Downing.