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Monday, March 13, 2023
Hike With a Naturalist
Mar 13 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Spend an hour hiking one of the Parks’ six trails with a naturalist. Watch the transformation from winter to spring on this educational excursion. You may even learn some of the Parks’ history as well. Meet in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts.

Saturday, March 18, 2023
Happy Hiker Day
Mar 18 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Join us for Happy Hiker Day, a spring event celebrating the Year of the Trail and our love for hiking! At the intersection of the Appalachian Trail and the Nantahala River, we are proud to be a respite and guide for thru-hikers, day hikers, and anyone that wants to get out on the trail! Enjoy a free guided local hike, discounts on hiking gear, activities for kids, a trail mix bar, an AMA (ask me anything) with a former thru-hiker, and participate in a backpack shakedown!  AT Thru-hikers and authors Josh and Amber Nevins will give a talk and book signing.

Schedule Of Events:

  • 10% off Select Hiking Gear at our Outfitter’s Store.
  • 11 am: Short guided informational hike to Rufus Morgan Appalachian Trail Shelter, 1.5 mile round trip- easy to moderate. Meet outside the General Store.
  • Pack Shakedowns with our experienced retail guides at the Outfitters Store.
  • 12 pm: Kids Activities on River Left. See signs for details
  • 12:30 pm – 1 pm: “Ask Me Anything” with former 2016 Thru-Hiker “Hot Sauce”
  • 2 pm: Book Signing/Presentation with Josh and Amber Niven upstairs in the Outfitter’s Store

See other great hiking events here: https://greattrailsnc.com/events/ 

Monday, March 20, 2023
Hike With a Naturalist
Mar 20 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Spend an hour hiking one of the Parks’ six trails with a naturalist. Watch the transformation from winter to spring on this educational excursion. You may even learn some of the Parks’ history as well. Meet in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts.

Monday, March 27, 2023
Hike With a Naturalist
Mar 27 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Spend an hour hiking one of the Parks’ six trails with a naturalist. Watch the transformation from winter to spring on this educational excursion. You may even learn some of the Parks’ history as well. Meet in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts.

Thursday, April 13, 2023
DigiMarCon At Home 2023 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference
Apr 13 all-day
Online

DigiMarCon At Home 2023 is your chance to …
– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
– Network with thought leaders, reunite with your peers and build your professional network.

The 7th annual DigiMarCon At Home, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference Online will be held April 12th and 13th, 2023, available live stream and on-demand. Join your peers online for 2-days jam packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy and networking.

Expand your knowledge on the following topics: Account-Based Marketing, Behavioral & Neuromarketing, Content Marketing, Conversational Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization, Data Science & Big Data, Email Marketing, Geo-Targeting & Proximity Marketing, Growth Hacking, Inbound & Outbound Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Native & Contextual Advertising, Omnichannel Marketing, Paid Search Marketing, Personalization & Privacy.

You’ll also learn the following: Podcast & Webinar Marketing, PR & Cause Marketing, Predictive Analytics & Attribution, Programmatic Advertising, Sales & Marketing Automation, Search Engine Optimization, Shopper Marketing, Marketing & Customer Experience, Social Commerce, Social Media Marketing, UI / UX Design, User-Generated Content, Video Marketing, Viral & Buzz Marketing, Visual & Voice Search, Web Analytics, and much more!

At DigiMarCon At Home 2023, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thought will be challenged, new ways of thinking will emerge, and you will leave with your head, notebooks and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency / team / account to even greater success.

Be a part of DigiMarCon At Home and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world.

See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.

For more details visit https://digimarconathome.com.

Sunday, April 23, 2023
Get Off The Grid Fest Charrette
Apr 23 @ 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Fr8yard

Free micro-festival
Musical Acts: The Get Down Junkies, Natti Love Joys, and BEMI Music.
Stilt-walking Gulf fritillary butterfly, attend a solar tour or
homesteading workshop, visit local vendors, and unwind in the health &
wellness zone. All ages are welcome.
Meet the team and learn how to get involved for our Solar Festival in
August at the local Music Camp.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Insights 2023 Automation Conference
Apr 25 all-day
Peace Center Huguenot Mill and Loft

With the rapid evolution of AI, coupled with ever-increasing customer expectations and rising costs — the ability for organizations to do more with much less isn’t just a goal for 2023; it’s a necessity for survival. Join us for our annual Insights conference and learn how business process automation can improve enterprise value by enhancing process efficiency and accuracy while decreasing costs.

Meet, mingle, and have some fun with fellow business peers and decision-makers! Insights will offer panels, discussions, networking, and exclusive and catered content from leading automation providers. In addition, food, beverages, drinks, and fun will be provided, with a happy hour at Genevieve’s opening night and an afterparty at Group Therapy to conclude the conference.

Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Insights 2023 Automation Conference
Apr 26 all-day
Peace Center Huguenot Mill and Loft

With the rapid evolution of AI, coupled with ever-increasing customer expectations and rising costs — the ability for organizations to do more with much less isn’t just a goal for 2023; it’s a necessity for survival. Join us for our annual Insights conference and learn how business process automation can improve enterprise value by enhancing process efficiency and accuracy while decreasing costs.

Meet, mingle, and have some fun with fellow business peers and decision-makers! Insights will offer panels, discussions, networking, and exclusive and catered content from leading automation providers. In addition, food, beverages, drinks, and fun will be provided, with a happy hour at Genevieve’s opening night and an afterparty at Group Therapy to conclude the conference.

Thursday, April 27, 2023
Insights 2023 Automation Conference
Apr 27 all-day
Peace Center Huguenot Mill and Loft

With the rapid evolution of AI, coupled with ever-increasing customer expectations and rising costs — the ability for organizations to do more with much less isn’t just a goal for 2023; it’s a necessity for survival. Join us for our annual Insights conference and learn how business process automation can improve enterprise value by enhancing process efficiency and accuracy while decreasing costs.

Meet, mingle, and have some fun with fellow business peers and decision-makers! Insights will offer panels, discussions, networking, and exclusive and catered content from leading automation providers. In addition, food, beverages, drinks, and fun will be provided, with a happy hour at Genevieve’s opening night and an afterparty at Group Therapy to conclude the conference.

Monday, May 1, 2023
Power Up Dialogues with Rita Revels
May 1 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am
OneSpartanburg, Inc. | Milliken Board Room

The Power Up Dialogues series continues with our next guest – Rita Revels, President & CEO of Employers Network. This long standing, not-for-profit organization formed in 1959 to provide trainings that equip businesses with sound business practices to grow and improve through recruitment, training, engaging, and retaining associates. At this event, Rita will chat about the importance of their work and the success stories behind investments in training opportunities.

Power Up Dialogues aims to connect small business owners or soon-to-be owners to local experts, success stories, and networking.

Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Passholder Experience: Late Spring Birding Hike
May 3 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Chimney Rock State Park
 Advance Registration Required.

Enjoy this intimate spring birding walk with a local bird expert and get to know your fellow passholders, too. Scope out some of our many resident species as they enjoy the late spring weather from our spot on the NC Birding Trail. This event is exclusively for Annual Passholders.

Thursday, May 11, 2023
Black Women In Business Mixer
May 11 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
focus.upstate

You’re invited to the Black Women in Business Mixer!
This event was created to empower, uplift, teach and inspire Black women from all stages of life and business. Celebrate yourself and others who have the courage and tenacity to create their own brand.

Come indulge in this opportunity to connect with women from different industries and share stories. Soak up the knowledge while enjoying drinks and refreshments.

Saturday, May 13, 2023
Mother’s Day Pop Up Market
May 13 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
focus.upstate

Shop food, gifts, and win giveaways with local businesses every second Saturday at this indoor pop-up market.

Saturday, June 3, 2023
National Trails Day
Jun 3 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Hit the trails and celebrate this national holiday, not to mention NC State Park’s Year of the Trail. Join us for guided hikes throughout the day and meet with a ranger to learn the 10 essentials of hiking and backpacking.

Thursday, June 22, 2023
DigiMarCon Florida 2023 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference + Exhibition
Jun 22 all-day
JW Marriott Miami Hotel

“DigiMarCon Florida 2023 is your chance to …

– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought-provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
– Network with thought leaders, reunite with your peers, and build your professional network.

The 3rd annual DigiMarCon Florida, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in Florida, returns June 22nd and 23rd, 2023 to the luxurious JW Marriott Miami Hotel in Miami, Florida. Join your peers in-person or online for 2-days jam-packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy, and networking, also check out the next generation of technology & innovation; Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech & SaaS Technology.

Expand your knowledge on the following topics: Account-Based Marketing, Behavioral & Neuromarketing, Content Marketing, Conversational Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization, Data Science & Big Data, Email Marketing, Geo-Targeting & Proximity Marketing, Growth Hacking, Inbound & Outbound Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Native & Contextual Advertising, Omnichannel Marketing, Paid Search Marketing, Personalization & Privacy.

You’ll also learn the following: Podcast & Webinar Marketing, PR & Cause Marketing, Predictive Analytics & Attribution, Programmatic Advertising, Sales & Marketing Automation, Search Engine Optimization, Shopper Marketing, Marketing & Customer Experience, Social Commerce, Social Media Marketing, UI / UX Design, User-Generated Content, Video Marketing, Viral & Buzz Marketing, Visual & Voice Search, Web Analytics, and much more!

At DigiMarCon Florida 2023, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thoughts will be challenged, and new ways of thinking will emerge. You will leave with your head, notebooks, and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency/team/account to even greater success.

Be a part of DigiMarCon Florida 2023 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world. Top keynotes, case studies, strategy sessions and networking!

See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.

For more details visit https://digimarconflorida.com.”

Sunday, June 25, 2023
Meet and Hike
Jun 25 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Paris Mountain State Park

I’m excited to announce the first meeting for this group.
For this meeting I’d like to hike a simple trail at Paris mountain and just talk, hangout and get to know each other. Afterwards I would like to invite anyone who wants to join to come to the swamp rabbit cafe for a light lunch/brunch.

Monday, June 26, 2023
DigiMarCon South Atlantic 2023 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference + Exhibition
Jun 26 all-day
The Westin Charlotte Hotel

“DigiMarCon South Atlantic 2023 is your chance to …
– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought-provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
– Network with thought leaders, reunite with your peers, and build your professional network.

DigiMarCon South Atlantic, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in the South Atlantic United States, returns June 26th and 27th, 2023 to the luxurious Westin Charlotte Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina. Join your peers in-person or online for 2-days jam-packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy, and networking, also check out the next generation of technology & innovation; Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech & SaaS Technology.

Expand your knowledge on the following topics: Account-Based Marketing, Behavioral & Neuromarketing, Content Marketing, Conversational Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization, Data Science & Big Data, Email Marketing, Geo-Targeting & Proximity Marketing, Growth Hacking, Inbound & Outbound Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Native & Contextual Advertising, Omnichannel Marketing, Paid Search Marketing, Personalization & Privacy.

You’ll also learn the following: Podcast & Webinar Marketing, PR & Cause Marketing, Predictive Analytics & Attribution, Programmatic Advertising, Sales & Marketing Automation, Search Engine Optimization, Shopper Marketing, Marketing & Customer Experience, Social Commerce, Social Media Marketing, UI / UX Design, User-Generated Content, Video Marketing, Viral & Buzz Marketing, Visual & Voice Search, Web Analytics, and much more!

At DigiMarCon South Atlantic 2023, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thoughts will be challenged, and new ways of thinking will emerge. You will leave with your head, notebooks, and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency/team/account to even greater success.

Be a part of DigiMarCon South Atlantic 2023 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world. Top keynotes, case studies, strategy sessions and networking!

See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.

For more details visit https://digimarconsouthatlantic.com.”

Tuesday, August 8, 2023
Caffeinated Conversations: The Urban League of the Upstate
Aug 8 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am
OneSpartanburg, Inc. Milliken Board Room

The Urban League of the Upstate has been creating change and advocating for equity among it’s constituents, serving as a gateway for educational and community resources across the region for 50 years. Join us for a conversation with the the Urban League, including their push into the film industry.

Friday, September 8, 2023
Upstate Connect
Sep 8 @ 9:00 am – 10:15 am
George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business

Join Ten at the Top and the Urban League of the Upstate for an informal networking event to be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. on Friday, September 8 at the George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and Economics at USC Upstate.

The Topic Leaders for this event are:

  • Dr. Sam Cooper, Director of Strategic Initiatives & Special Projects, USC Upstate
  • Dr. Uma Gupta, Director of Business Analytics & Associate Professor, USC Upstate
  • Midas Hampton, Executive Director, Strategic Spartanburg
  • Paige Stephenson, President & CEO, United Way of the Piedmont
  • Dean E. Jones, Director, Greenville County Workforce Development Board

Upstate Connect is a free event, but registration is required as we will be limiting the number of participants to 30 people to allow for group conversation.