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“As our region continues to grow as a hub for the tech industry, it’s exciting to see business leaders and the tech community come together to collaborate and share ideas,” said Charleston Mayor William Cogswell.
“Charleston Tech Week isn’t just a great opportunity for attendees—it’s a win for all our residents, who will benefit from the advancements and innovations that come out of these conversations.”
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(MON, APR 28)
Startup Grind Charleston: Fireside Chat with Hunter Stunzi. As the founder and president of SnapCap, Hunter pioneered an online marketplace that facilitated over $250 million in loans to small businesses before being acquired by Lending Tree in 2017.
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(WED, APR 30, 5:30-8:30pm)
DisruptHR Charleston: A groundbreaking Human Resources and Talent Attraction movement built on the belief that people and workplaces are constantly evolving, so the ideas and methodologies we use to engage, energize, and inspire them should adapt and change too. Hosted by Catch Talent
American Theater - 446 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401
(THURS, MAY 1, 5:00-7:00pm)
Dig South Tech Summit: Upload Charleston Welcome Shindig, sponsored by Charleston County Economic Development - your first touch opportunity to connect with all Summit attendees.
Cougar Mall, beside the fountain behind Randolph Hall – College of Charleston, 44 George Street, Charleston, SC 29401
(THURS, MAY 1, Doors: 8:00 pm)
Kishi Bashi w/Special Guest Elizabeth and the Catapult. Kishi Bashi’s Kantos is a genre-blending album exploring humanity’s possible end. Inspired by sci-fi, philosophy, & ancient ruins, it fuses Brazilian jazz, ’70s funk, orchestral rock, & city pop into an exhilarating sonic experience.
Music Farm
(FRI, MAY 2, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm)
Dig South Tech Summit & Expo: Keynotes, Panels, Workshops, $1M Wild Pitch, Demos, Exhibitors and more. The South's Tech Summit returns for a lucky 13th year, anchoring Charleston Tech Week.
College of Charleston Simons Center, 54 St. Philip Street, Charleston, SC 29401
(FRI, MAY 2, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm)
“Geekout Finale" – Charleston Tech Week's Blowout Bash. We’re taking over the Harbour Club at WestEdge for a night of rooftop views, bold ideas, and even bolder drinks. Expect brains, bourbon, beats, and a killer crowd of founders, funders, and future-builders. The suits loosen up, the sneakers step out, and the real connections get made.
Come for the vibes. Stay for the serendipity. Let’s get geeky one last time.
The Harbor Club at West Edge, 22 Westedge St Suite 700, Charleston, SC 29403
ABOUT CHS
TECH WEEK
Charleston Tech Week is a mighty alliance of technology, business and creative communities uniting to champion, support and grow the regional tech ecosystem. We invite you to participate, attend, sponsor, speak, network, collide and collaborate with us. Celebrate innovation. Elevate opportunities for everyone. Unleash your geek, Charleston! Contact: stanfield@digsouth.com
ECONOMIC
IMPACT
Tech Industry Fast Facts for the Charleston Region
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$140M = Amount 6 tech companies recently raised from capital resources outside of SC
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$120k = Average wage of CHS tech workers (2x the state and regional per-capita wage)
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12.1% & 17.3% = Tech employment & tech GDP in CHS region
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9,000% = Tech industry growth over the last 20 years (fastest growth sector in the region over the next 5 years)
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HOW TO GET INVOLVED
We want you! Join us to celebrate and elevate the regional tech ecosystem during Charleston Tech Week. Email info@digsouth.com or get in touch with one of the collaborating organizations today to attend, sponsor, and volunteer: Dig South Tech Summit, Charleston Digital, The Harbor Entrepreneur Center, Charleston Women in Tech, DisruptHR Charleston, SC Competes, CharlestonHacks, 1 Million Cups Charleston, Charleston Literary Festival, Startup Grind Charleston.
FOLLOW US | #CHStechweek
We are grateful for the generous
support and epic vibes
COLLABORATORS
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