Partnership Grand Strand

06/18/2026

🚀 Ready to work ON your business, not just IN it?

Join us this fall for our Small Business Workshop Series at Destination North Myrtle Beach! Designed specifically for small business owners, these interactive workshops will help you strengthen key areas of your business and develop practical strategies you can implement right away.

Whether you're looking to improve operations, better manage finances, plan for the future, strengthen your marketing efforts, or navigate legal considerations, this series is built with your success in mind.

📍 Location: Destination North Myrtle Beach, 1521 Hwy. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach
📅 Beginning on Aug. 19

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your business, connect with other local entrepreneurs, and gain valuable insights from experienced professionals.

👇 Click the link in the comments for workshop dates, additional details, and registration information.

06/16/2026

There is still time to cast your vote for your My Horry News favorite small, local business! Click the link below to see who the nominees are for the second quarter of 2026!

Check it out now!

06/05/2026

We are excited to announce the upcoming Small Business Workshops kicking off in August in partnership with !

Join our Small Business Workshop Series and invest in the growth of your business—not just the day-to-day operations. Designed for entrepreneurs and business owners who are ready to think bigger, this series will provide practical strategies, expert insights, and actionable tools to help you work ON your business instead of simply IN it. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your foundation, sharpen your vision, and position your business for long-term success.

Facilitated by Hop2it Consulting
Presented by Wells Fargo
Co-Facilitated by Grand Strand Law Group, LLC & Ulitza Kronemeyer

06/01/2026

June 1 means that it is time to VOTE for your favorite local, small business!

That's right - nominations are now closed for the Q2 contest. Now, we need to you to VOTE for your favorite. Click the link below and cast your vote. Let's see who takes this win home!

Check it out now!

05/26/2026

The final days to submit nominations for the second quarter BIG Deal contest with My Horry News!

Visit the link below to nominate your favorite small, local business here in Horry County!

(Voting will begin on 6/1!)

Check it out now!

05/19/2026

Big things happen when communities work together.

Amy Holloway of Aha! Advisors recently led several focus groups to gather feedback on challenges and opportunities in the greater Myrtle Beach area.

The collaboration is strong. The momentum is growing. And the work is just getting started.

The future of Horry County is being built together.

05/18/2026

Get those nominations in before time runs out! We want to hear from you—who is your favorite local small business in Horry County?

Voting for the 2nd Quarter BIG Deal Contest is just around the corner, so don’t miss your chance to spotlight the small businesses making a big impact in our community!

Get your nominations in for the Quarter 2 Small Business, Big Deal Contest! Nominate a local business that deserves some recognition. Voting will take place June 1st - June 30th.
Nominate Here: https://bit.ly/4t0oAkI
First Citizens Bank
Partnership Grand Strand

05/14/2026

“When they’re working in step together; phenomenal things happen. You can see progress accelerate.” Amy Holloway

That spirit of partnership is exactly what Collaborate2031 is all about. Collaboration across Horry County has never been stronger—and that momentum makes NOW the perfect time for Collaborate2031, the countywide, holistic strategy for the future.

Recently, Amy Holloway of Aha! Advisors engaged with residents, community leaders, and stakeholders from across Horry County through a series of focus groups and strategic conversations designed to help shape this bold vision.

With the leadership of a dedicated 42-person Steering Committee alongside Amy and her team, we are building a strategic plan designed to create meaningful, lasting impact for Horry County’s future.

Big ideas. Shared vision. Transformational progress.

The future of Horry County is being built—together.

Collaborate2031 brought in Amy Holloway of Aha! Advisors to facilitate the development of the countywide strategy. Amy has helped more than 200 communities t...