2025 - Gather & Grow: Procurement Matchmaker Event - Downtown - 5/22

Thursday, May 22
Registration 8:30AM
Procurement Session Sponsored by Goodwill 9AM-9:45AM
Matchmaker Event 9:45AM-Noon
Topic:  Procurement Matchmaker Event

The Procurement Matchmaker Event, sponsored by Goodwill, is designed to connect vendors with procurement needs with small businesses seeking potential contract opportunities to sell goods and services. This is an excellent opportunity for businesses of all sizes to participate, grow their connections and hopefully grow their business.  Prepare for a matchmaking event where you'll pitch your business directly to decision-makers. 

Procurement Vendors:
* AINAUTICS
* Blanchard Machinery Company
* Charleston International Airport
* City of Columbia
* Fort Jackson
* Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands SC
* Homewatch Caregivers of Columbia
* JAN-PRO of Columbia
* Leensage
* Metro 1 Ambulance
* PM&Co., LLC
* Residence Inn West Columbia
* Richland County
* Robinson Services & Rental, LLC
* SC Commission for Minority Affairs
* SC Department of Transportation
* South Carolina Small Business Development Centers
* The COMET
* The Seals
* Tradd Advisory Company
* TutwielerDawkins, LLC
* U.S. Small Business Administration
* Wildly Charged

Chamber Partner Registration - Free
Non-Partner Registration - $15
If you are a Chamber Partner, but do not know your login, please reach out to Rebecca Spence.
If you are not a current Chamber Partner, please reach out to Amy Alimohamed to discuss the benefits of joining the Columbia Chamber.

The Columbia Chamber is proud to introduce Gather & Grow (formerly Small Business Breakout), a consolidated program designed to better serve and empower our region's businesses. By combining the strengths of the Small Business Council and Area Business Alliances, Gather & Grow offers a unified platform to foster connections, share resources, and promote growth for businesses of all sizes. 
To replace the former Small Business Breakout events, Gather & Grow will now take place monthly in the morning, providing fresh opportunities to network, exchange ideas, and learn from experts in the field. These events will rotate across different areas, ensuring accessibility for businesses throughout the region. Join us at a location closest to you!