Good Enterprises: An Initiative of Lowcountry Local First

11/18/2025

Don’t forget — our final Local Social of 2025 is this Thursday! 🥂
Come enjoy a festive evening at Lamar’s, complete with a complimentary drink, light hors d’oeuvres, and great company.

📅 Nov. 20 | 5:30–7 PM
📍 Lamar’s Sporting Club
Free for LLF members | $15 non-members

RSVP here -

We're wrapping up the year in style at our November Local Social hosted by our Buy Local Season Presenting Sponsor, Rev Federal Credit Union. Picture Lamar’s Sporting Club aglow with festive décor, creating the perfect private atmosphere to unwind and celebrate the holiday season with Charlesto...

11/18/2025

📣 Spring 2026 Hospitality Academy Classes Are Here!
Explore Charleston’s Hospitality Academy kicks off its 25th year with classes designed to help you and your team deliver the exceptional guest experiences Charleston is known for.

Whether you work in lodging, dining, tours, or events, these courses on sales, customer service, and leadership are a great way to grow your skills and connect with fellow hospitality pros.

✨ What to Expect This Spring:
• Sales, customer service & leadership courses rooted in authentic Southern hospitality
• A brand-new, easier-to-navigate Hospitality Academy page with full class descriptions
• Registration that’s quick, simple, and open to your entire team
• SHRM & HRCI recertification credits available for select HR-focused courses — at no cost for Travel Council members

👉 Explore the full Spring 2026 class schedule & register here:

Enroll in the Charleston CVB Hospitality Academy. Develop skills and careers in Charleston’s dynamic hospitality industry.

11/11/2025

We know running a small business comes with plenty of questions, especially when it comes to knowing your rights. 💼

If you missed our Know Your Rights webinar for small business owners, no worries!

Check these resources below 👇

11/04/2025

♻️ Big changes are coming for packaging labels.

California’s new SB 343 law is cracking down on misleading “recyclable” claims and setting a new national standard for transparency in sustainable packaging.

Want to understand what this means for your small business?

Join EcoEnclose CEO Saloni Doshi for a free webinar on Nov 19 at 11AM MST to learn how to stay compliant and build trust through honest sustainability practices.

👉 Register through this this - https://my.demio.com/ref/dyQR8AQ4nDd20kBk?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=email&_kx=LDvRAfxCEm8HP5J1zkOummqQ_eqj6sSz1F9kTXqR00GOmQeIBkDSUSNIJ4d5oxvV.TisFrX

10/21/2025

For those having questions about signage here in town - the City of Charleston, SC Government is hosting the following event:

BAR University — “Signed, Sealed & Delivered: The Ins and Outs of Signage Permits”

📅 Thursday, November 6
🕛 12:00–1:00 p.m.
📍 Public Meeting Room, 2 George Street, 1st Floor

Join for a lunchtime workshop to learn the ins and outs of signage permits-from applications to design tips. Learn more here > https://charleston-sc.us18.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5f7aa401aeda90dc549ef8335&id=23c31d7c32&e=b7fe843cfd

🎥 All workshops will be recorded and added to the City of Charleston YouTube channel.

10/08/2025

Your wish has come true - we're starting a monthly meetup for CBA graduates! We need your help and input to decide what the best time of day is for you to attend this monthly weekday meetup at Local Works:

Early morning: 8:00-9:00 AM (+/- 1 hour)
Afternoon: 11:00-12:00 PM (+/- 1 hour)
Evening: 6:00-7:00 PM (+/- 1 hour)

please like the choice in the comments below, or put your own time there!

09/22/2025

We're bring the Block Party back on November 9th, and would love for you to be part of it this year!! Register here >> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdOELG0AvLqq6q7qJm6jAHpv1hbs44SEtWjuZqthFdywV5UQ/viewform

07/30/2025

🌟 LOWCOUNTRY LOCAL FIRST OFFERS ENTREPRENEURS LOW-COST HANDS-ON BUSINESS TRAINING PROGRAM IN GOOSE CREEK AND JAMES ISLAND 🌟

This fall, Lowcountry Local First (LLF) will launch two new cohorts of its Community Business Academy (CBA), a tuition-free course designed for aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs.

✨ Goose Creek Cohort (Spanish-speaking)
📅 Starts August 26, 2025 | Tuesdays, 6–9 p.m. | 14 weeks
📍 Berkeley Electric Cooperative, 2 Springhall Dr., Goose Creek, SC 29445
🗓 Application Deadline: August 24, 2025

✨ James Island Cohort (English-speaking)
📅 Starts September 3, 2025 | Wednesdays, 6–9 p.m. | 13 weeks
📍 Town of James Island Town Hall, 1122 Dills Bluff Rd., James Island, SC 29412
🗓 Application Deadline: September 1, 2025

💡 Through hands-on training and interactive business simulations, participants will learn every element of building a business plan—while gaining mentorship, funding guidance, networking opportunities, and ongoing support.

Here’s what past graduate Julia Crumblin shared:

“Through their program, I gained far more than just a plan. I was connected with an incredible mentor… I received guidance on funding resources and ongoing support that extended well beyond graduation.”

🔗 How to Apply
All applicants must attend a mandatory info session. See dates & register here: 👉 https://communitybusinessacademy.tfaforms.net/f/GoodEnterprisesInformationSessions

📞 Questions? Contact: [email protected] | (843) 801-3390
🌐 Learn more: goodenterprises.org

🎓 Tuition for CBA is valued at $3,000—but thanks to community supporters, it’s completely free! Students are only responsible for a $125 materials & registration fee.

✅ Space is limited
✅ Scholarships available
✅ All experience levels welcome

🙏 Special thanks to The City of Goose Creek and The Town of James Island for supporting these fall cohorts and investing in inclusive local entrepreneurship.

🇪🇸 LOWCOUNTRY LOCAL FIRST OFRECE A EMPRENDEDORES UN PROGRAMA PRÁCTICO DE CAPACITACIÓN EMPRESARIAL DE BAJO COSTO EN GOOSE CREEK Y JAMES ISLAND 🇪🇸

Charleston, S.C. - Julio 24, 2025 — Este otoño, Lowcountry Local First (LLF) ofrecerá dos nuevos grupos de su prestigiosa Community Business Academy (CBA), un curso gratuito para aspirantes a emprendedores y emprendedores en etapa inicial.

✨ Goose Creek (Español)
📅 Comienza Agosto 26, 2025 | Martes, 6–9 p.m. | 14 semanas
📍 Berkeley Electric Cooperative, 2 Springhall Dr., Goose Creek, SC 29445
🗓 Fecha límite: Agosto 24, 2025

✨ James Island (Inglés)
📅 Comienza Septiembre 3, 2025 | Miércoles, 6–9 p.m. | 13 semanas
📍 Town of James Island Town Hall, 1122 Dills Bluff Rd., James Island, SC 29412
🗓 Fecha límite: Septiembre 1, 2025

💡 Con capacitación práctica y simulaciones empresariales, los participantes aprenderán todos los elementos de un plan de negocios, mientras reciben mentoría, orientación sobre financiamiento, redes de contactos y apoyo continuo.

🔗 Cómo aplicar
Todos los postulantes deben asistir a una sesión informativa obligatoria. Regístrese aquí: 👉 https://communitybusinessacademy.tfaforms.net/f/GoodEnterprisesInformationSessions

📞 Preguntas: [email protected] | (843) 801-3390
🌐 Más info: goodenterprises.org/espanol/

🎓 El valor de la matrícula es de $3,000, pero gracias a patrocinadores, ¡el curso es totalmente gratuito! Solo se requiere una cuota de $125 para materiales y registro.

✅ Cupos limitados
✅ Becas disponibles
✅ Todos los niveles de experiencia son bienvenidos

🙏 Gracias a la Ciudad de Goose Creek y a la Ciudad de James Island por apoyar estos grupos de otoño e invertir en el futuro del emprendimiento local inclusivo.