Local, independent business owners in Horry County who are ready to scale with intention, shift from working in the business to working on it, and gain expert guidance in operations, legal, finance, succession planning, and marketing—all with a focus on long-term sustainability and a willingness to embrace feedback and strategic growth.
The Small Business Workshop is a 5-part, hands-on workshop series designed to help local entrepreneurs create (or update) a strategic workbook—a practical, personalized roadmap for business growth.
All workshops are 8:30 AM–10:00 AM. Each session builds toward your completed workbook.
Operational Efficiencies – Feb 25, 2026
Streamline systems, staffing, costs, and workflow.
Keeping It Legal – Mar 4, 2026
Business structure, compliance, contracts, employment law
Financial Management – Apr 1, 2026
Budgeting, cash flow, pricing, funding
Succession Planning – Apr 29, 2026
Leadership transitions, continuity planning, long-term vision
Branding & Marketing – May 6, 2026
Value proposition, visual identity, and messaging
(Dates TBA)
Present your completed workbook to a panel of local experts for live feedback.
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Partnership Grand Strand (PGS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation and a five-year strategic initiative designed to accelerate economic prosperity and quality of life for all businesses and residents across Horry and Georgetown counties.
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