Oct 3 - Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce Announces Workshops, Expo Nov 4-5

Last Updated on Monday, 03 October 2011 11:08 Written by Lou Phelps Monday, 03 October 2011 08:22

SBJ Staff Report

Oct 3, 2011 - The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce Business Conference & Expo has been announced for Nov. 4 - 5 at the Sea Island Technical College of the Lowcountry in Beaufort. Worskhops are scheduled, and registration is open to the public.

The event will open on Friday, Nov. 4 with exhibits at 5 p.m. and a networking reception beginning at 6 p.m.

Exhibits, educational workshops and a guest speaker will be featured on Sat., Nov. 5 from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Workshops are designed especially for small businesses. Gary Littlejohn will present ‘Business Taxes’. He is the owner of Jackson Hewitt tax preparation company with several locations in the Beaufort area.

Bernard McIntyre, a Beaufort attorney for more than 30 years, will present ‘Business Structure’, explaining the basics and benefits of different types of incorporating or setting up a small business.

Edra Stephens, director of the Beaufort County Business License Department, will discuss ‘Working with Local Government.’

Additional workshops are Social Media, Basics of Bidding and Contracting, Marketing on a Shoestring, Bonding and Licensing, Developing a Business Plan and Certifications through Education.

Conference registration is $39 for members of the Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce and $59 for non-members which includes a choice of two workshops, gift bag and attendance at the expo, the reception, continental breakfast, coffee break and luncheon featuring special guest speaker.

Exhibitor opportunities are available with fees at $50 for chamber members and $75 for non-members. Sponsor packages range from $250.

For additional information or to download registration forms visit www.bcbcc.org or follow and connect on Twitter @BeaufortBlack and the Facebook page Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce. Contact Liz at 843.902.4799 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to discuss sponsor opportunities and benefits or for registration assistance.