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Wednesday, July 10, 2024
2024 Rural Transit Day
Jul 10 @ 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Martin Inn at the Madren Center

About

SC Rural Transit Day serves as a pivotal platform dedicated to championing the interests of South Carolina’s rural communities, aiming to address the distinctive transportation challenges they face while fostering connections to alleviate existing disparities and inequities. The event serves as a nexus for advocacy, bringing together elected representatives, various organizations, stakeholders, and transit experts to delve into the intricacies of rural transportation.

Throughout the duration of this comprehensive day-long event, participants engage in a dialogue that underscores the significance of rural transit, highlighting its potential to empower communities and stimulate economic growth. Through a diverse array of perspectives and insights, attendees gain a deeper understanding of the multifaceted benefits that robust rural transportation networks offer, not only enhancing community cohesion but also bolstering regional economies.

Who Should Attend

By bringing together diverse stakeholders, the Rural Transit Day event can facilitate collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the development of innovative solutions to improve transit services in rural communities.

Individuals who might benefit from attending are, Government Officials: Representatives from local, state, and federal government agencies responsible for transportation policies, funding, and rural development. Transit Operators: Managers and staff from rural transit agencies, bus companies, and other transportation service providers operating in rural areas. Community Leaders: Mayors, town council members, and community organizers from rural areas interested in improving transportation options for their constituents. Transportation Planners: Urban and rural transportation planners, engineers, and consultants who specialize in designing and implementing transit solutions for rural communities. Nonprofit Organizations: Representatives from nonprofits focused on transportation equity, rural development, environmental conservation, and social welfare. Academics and Researchers: Scholars and researchers studying rural transportation issues, including academics from universities and research institutions. Industry Representatives: Professionals from industries related to transportation, such as vehicle manufacturers, technology providers, and infrastructure developers.

Speakers

Confirmed speakers as of 5/2/24

Justin Powell, SCDOT Secretary of Transportation
Jennifer Necker, SCDOT Deputy Secretary Intermodal and Freight
William Floyd, SC DEW Director
Representative Jerry Carter
Robert Halfacre, Mayor, Clemson

Schedule

8:00-9:00am – Registration Check-in
9:00-11:30am – General Session
11:30-12:30pm – Depart for Technical tours and lunch
12:30-3:00pm – Technical Tours
Transit & Healthcare (AnMed & Senior Solutions)
Transit & Workforce (Tri-county Tech & Michelin)
Transit & Education (Clemson University)
3:00-4:00pm – Return from tours
5:00-7:00pm – Networking Reception

Detailed agenda coming soon!

Attendee Cost

Registration fee is $60 per person. This includes: sessions, technical tours, lunch and networking reception

PM Yoga
Jul 10 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Headquarters Library, Spartanburg

Get fit and flexible with yoga at the Headquarters Library for the low fee of $2. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

PM Yoga
Jul 10 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Headquarters Library

Yoga is back at Headquarters! We have new instructors but the same low $2 fee for our fitness classes. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

Thursday, July 11, 2024
AM Yoga
Jul 11 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Headquarters Library-Spartanburg

Get fit and flexible with yoga at the Headquarters Library for the low fee of $2. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

AM YOGA
Jul 11 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Headquarters Library

Yoga is back at Headquarters! We have new instructors but the same low $2 fee for our fitness classes. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

TATT CHAT
Jul 11 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
online w/ Ten at the Top

Navigating through Trademark Scams and Intellectual Property Laws. Speaker: Douglas Lineberry

TATT Chat
Jul 11 @ 3:00 pm
online w/ Ten at the Top

TATT Chat

Join us every other week to hear from business and community leaders from across the Upstate!
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Yoga + Beer
Jul 13 @ 10:45 am – 11:45 am
New Groove Artisan Brewery

Join Jimmy & Carrie Caldwell for a relaxing yoga flow at New Groove Artisan Brewery in Boiling Springs, SC! Afterward, stick around for beer and lunch.

$5 for the class instructors

BYO Mat for the class

Grab your friends and get your flow on with Yoga & Beer at New Groove in Boiling Springs, SC!

Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Tech After Five
Jul 17 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Think Tank Brew Lab

Tech After Five connects the tech community. We invite IT Professionals, Startups, Entrepreneurs and their community of support to come together and make meaningful professional connections.

You may be looking for work or looking to hire. You might be looking for customers or prospects. You may need co-founders, partners or mentors. We’ve got you covered.

Tech After Five is not like other networking events. We work particularly hard to make sure we get the right people in the room and then make sure it’s easy for you to find each other. Sign up using the right ticket type for you. We will then follow up with custom emails that let you know who you can expect to meet. We will print custom badges for the event that make it easy for you to find the people you are looking for.

We know that networking can be hard. We try to make it as easy as possible for you to meet the right people. We know that when smart people come together we can make things happen. We hope you will join us and become part of our community.

PM Yoga
Jul 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Headquarters Library-Spartanburg

Get fit and flexible with yoga at the Headquarters Library for the low fee of $2. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

PM Yoga
Jul 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Headquarters Library

Yoga is back at Headquarters! We have new instructors but the same low $2 fee for our fitness classes. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

Thursday, July 18, 2024
AM Yoga
Jul 18 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Headquarters Library-Spartanburg

Get fit and flexible with yoga at the Headquarters Library for the low fee of $2. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

AM YOGA
Jul 18 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Headquarters Library

Yoga is back at Headquarters! We have new instructors but the same low $2 fee for our fitness classes. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

Saturday, July 20, 2024
Yoga + Beer
Jul 20 @ 10:45 am – 11:45 am
New Groove Artisan Brewery

Join Jimmy & Carrie Caldwell for a relaxing yoga flow at New Groove Artisan Brewery in Boiling Springs, SC! Afterward, stick around for beer and lunch.

$5 for the class instructors

BYO Mat for the class

Grab your friends and get your flow on with Yoga & Beer at New Groove in Boiling Springs, SC!

Wednesday, July 24, 2024
PM Yoga
Jul 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Headquarters Library-Spartanburg

Get fit and flexible with yoga at the Headquarters Library for the low fee of $2. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

PM Yoga
Jul 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Headquarters Library

Yoga is back at Headquarters! We have new instructors but the same low $2 fee for our fitness classes. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

Thursday, July 25, 2024
AM Yoga
Jul 25 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Headquarters Library-Spartanburg

Get fit and flexible with yoga at the Headquarters Library for the low fee of $2. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

AM YOGA
Jul 25 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am
Headquarters Library

Yoga is back at Headquarters! We have new instructors but the same low $2 fee for our fitness classes. This one’s suitable for all ages and abilities. You’re welcome to bring your mat with you, but if you don’t have one, a limited supply of community mats are available.

Elevate Upstate – Grant Workshop
Jul 25 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Bridgeway Station

Elevate Upstate Grant Workshop

Join TATT and Hughes Investments at Bridgeway Station on July 25, 2024 to learn more about applying for an Elevate Upstate Grant.

Saturday, July 27, 2024
Yoga + Beer
Jul 27 @ 10:45 am – 11:45 am
New Groove Artisan Brewery

Join Jimmy & Carrie Caldwell for a relaxing yoga flow at New Groove Artisan Brewery in Boiling Springs, SC! Afterward, stick around for beer and lunch.

$5 for the class instructors

BYO Mat for the class

Grab your friends and get your flow on with Yoga & Beer at New Groove in Boiling Springs, SC!