November THANKFUL Bizz & Buzz After Hours

Mark Your Calendar: 5:00 - 6:30 pm Tuesday, Nov. 19th

Join Us for Our November Bizz & Buzz sponsored by First Trust Mortgage and Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming in the Hammock Shops.

We will celebrate THANKS during our THANKFUL Bizz & Buzz After Hours. What are you thankful for this year? Think about it and be prepared to share it!

Our Bizz & Buzz Events are always fun, networking opportunities! Finger eats, beer & wine will be served. 

Not a member, please come! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA! Please invite business associates who may be interested in joining.  

Join Us on May 1st for our PILBA Bizz & Buzz

HOSTED BY driftwood mercantile

5:00 - 6:30 PM

A great opportunity to network with other local Pawleys Island-Litchfield Businesses and explore one of our local member businesses.

We thank our host/ sponsor, Driftwood Mercantile. Visit their website: https://www.driftwoodmercantilepi.com

They are located at Downtown Pawleys next to Rustic Table.

Finger eats from Rustic Table along with beer and wine will be served.

Not a member, but considering - we hope you will join us!

Join Little Basket and The Village Group for their PORCH PARTY to celebrate the fusion of art, community empowerment, and wine. Your attendance fuels positive change, supporting The Village Group's initiatives in education, arts, and culture.

Proceeds from the event will directly contribute to empowering The Village Group in its initiatives to uplift and support our larger Georgetown community.

Funds generated from art sales will not only recognize the artist's craftsmanship (25%) but predominantly contribute to sustaining the Plantersville Cultural Center (75%), a vital hub for cultural and artistic expression.

CLICK HERE for tickets.

Join Us on February 28th for our PILBA Bizz & Buzz

Hosted by Retail Therapy Men’s

A great opportunity to network with other local Pawleys Island-Litchfield Businesses and explore one of our local member businesses.

We thank our host/ sponsor, Retail Therapy Men's (RTM). Visit their website: https://rtmfashion.com/

Finger eats from Rustic Table along with beer and wine will be served.

Not a member, but considering - we hope you will join us!

Join Us for Our Holiday Bizz & Buzz sponsored by Sage & Salvage, a tiny boutique owned by a really cool Local Artist! Pawleys Islands Coolest Boutique! It will be a great place to trim down your shopping! And, of course, a great way to network!

Finger eats, beer & wine will be served.

DATE: Wednesday, December 5

TIME: 5:00 - 6:30 PM

Not a member? Come by! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA!

PLACE: Hosted By Retail Therapy Boutique

The Island Shops, 10659 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island

DATE:

Tuesday, October 10th

TIME:

5:00 - 6:30 PM

Our Bizz & Buzz After Hours is always a fun, networking opportunity! Finger eats, beer & wine will be served. 

Not a member, please come! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA! Please invite business associates who may be interested in joining.  

PLACE: Hosted By Woof gang bakery & grooming

Hammock Shops, 10880 Ocean Highway Suite 10

DATE:

Tuesday, June 27th

TIME:

5:00 - 6:30 PM

Our Bizz & Buzz After Hours is always a fun, networking opportunity! Finger eats, beer & wine will be served. 

Not a member, please come! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA! Please invite business associates who may be interested in joining.  

PLACE: Hosted By Sea Gypsy

Island Shops, 10683 B Ocean Hwy

DATE:

Tuesday, May 16th

TIME:

5:00 - 6:30 PM

Our Bizz & Buzz After Hours is always a fun, networking opportunity! Finger eats, beer & wine will be served. 

Not a member, please come! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA! Please invite business associates who may be interested in joining.  

Bizz & Buzz Breakfast, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Etc. Workshop

LOCATION: Litchfield Collective 14361 Ocean Hwy

DATE: January 19th

TIME: 7:30 – 9:00 am

Applewood Breakfast will be served.

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR: Sean Hakes of WebsiteSimpler

Sean is a 21+ year SEO veteran who’s led the online marketing efforts for some of today’s largest brands online. We are fortunate to have him and his businesses in the Pawleys Island-Litchfield area.

RSVP is REQUIRED - Please email JoinPILBA@gmail.com.

PILBA Holiday 2022 Bizz & Buzz and PILBA Annual Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, December 7 from 5:00 - 6:30 PM.

Join us Rose Arbor for what is always a fun, networking opportunity! Finger eats, beer & wine will be served. Do you need to do some Holiday shopping? Have fun AND shop!

PLACE: Hosted By Rose Arbor

DATE: Wednesday, December 7

TIME: 5:00 - 6:30 PM

Not a member, please come! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA!

TOPIC: Update on our Local Economy Panel Discussion

LOCATION: Litchfield Collective 14361 Ocean Hwy

DATE: October 19th

TIME: 7:30 – 9:00 am

Applewood Breakfast will be served.

PLEASE RSVP by October 17th - Email JoinPILBA@gmail.com

PANEL PARTICIPATES:

Rep. Lee Hewitt, South Carolina House of Representative

Stella Mercado & Clint Elliott, Georgetown County Council Candidates

Tiffany Harrison, Georgetown County Economic Development

Keith Price, Georgetown County School District

Tim Boyle, Edward Jones & Ellis O’Tuel, Hammock Wealth Management representing the financial industry

Kathy Besse, The Litchfield Company- Lachicotte representing the real estate industry

Leigh Hope, First Trust Mortgage representing the mortgage lending industry

Not a member, please come! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA!

RSVP is REQUIRED - Please email JoinPILBA@gmail.com.

PILBA Fall 2022 Bizz & Buzz is scheduled for Wednesday, September 21 from 5:00 - 6:30 PM.

Join us at Quigley’s Next Door (QND) - literally next door to Quigley’s - for what is always a fun, networking opportunity! Finger eats, beer & wine will be served.

PLACE: Hosted By Quigley’s Pint & Plate

DATE: Wednesday, September 21

TIME: 5:00 - 6:30 PM

Not a member, please come! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA!

Join Us at Evergreen Nursery & Landscaping on Thursday, June 9th for our Bizz & Buzz After Hours Networking Event - 5:00 to 6:30 pm.

PLACE: Hosted By Evergreen Nursery & Landscaping

DATE: Thursday, June 9th

TIME: 5:00 - 6:30 PM

It will be a wonderful summer evening! Not a member, please come! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA!

Beer & Wine served Oakley Vines Mobile Bar.

Hors D'oeuvres by Get Carried Away.

Members and Guests will receive two drink tickets (for beer or wine) at check-in. Please invite business associates who may be interested in joining.

Join Us at Frank's Way Back on Tuesday, April 12th for our Bizz & Buzz After Hours Networking Event - 5:00 to 6:30 pm.

Door Prizes, Beer, Wine and Hors D'oeuvres & Cash Bar

Members will receive two drink tickets (for beer or wine) at check-in. Not a member, come! We'd love to introduce you to PILBA!

Charles Swenson of Coastal Observer Shares an Update on the

Georgetown County Redistricting Process

Join Us for a ZOOM Event

Thursday, January 20 at 10:00 am

Join our ZOOM Event on Thursday, January 20th at 10:00 AM with Charles Swenson of the Coastal Observer as he updates us on the County's Redistricting Process and potential final results of the County's districts.

Every 10 years, federal, state and local district lines are redrawn based on the most recent census data. These lines determine who can run to represent us in elections at all levels. District lines should be drawn to ensure fair and equal representation for all residents.

It is the responsibility of Georgetown County Council to update the seven county council districts. These lines determine representation for county residents on the County Council, as well as the Georgetown County School Board. Georgetown County received census data in late September of 2021 that allowed it to begin the process of redistricting.

CLICK HERE to register in advance for this meeting.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

If you have questions, please email JoinPILBA@gmail.com or call 843-995-3188.

We have scheduled our Hagley Landing Fall Clean 2021 for Tuesday, October 12 at 4:30 pm. Please join us for this event. We will enjoy the fall weather, clean up a very popular boat launch, and enjoy a few adult beverages while helping keep our community clean!

For more information, please email us at joinpilba@gmail.com.

We're Back in Business! Time to Meet Up Again!

Please Join Us

BIZZ & BUZZ AFTER HOURS

It's been over a year and a half, but we are back in business! We look forward to seeing everyone IN PERSON!

Place: Frank's Restaurant & Bar

Date: Wednesday, June 23

Time: 5:00 - 6:30 PM

Door Prize, Beer, Wine and Hors D'oeuvres

Cash Bar

Members will received two drink tickets (for beer or wine) at check-in. Please invite business associates who may be interested in joining.

For more information, email JoinPILBA@gmail.com or call 843.995.3188.

Brian Tucker, Director of Economic Development, Shares an Update on the Future of Housing in Georgetown County

Join Us for a ZOOM Event Tuesday, May 25th at 3:00 PM

Join our ZOOM Event on May 25th at 3:00 PM with Brian Tucker, Director of Economic Development for the County. This is a great opportunity to learn about our community's potential plans, opportunities and challenges for future housing. And we would like to hear your thoughts, concerns and challenges.

CLICK HERE to register in advance for this meeting.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

If you have questions, please email JoinPILBA@gmail.com or call 843-995-3188.

About Brian Tucker

Brian Tucker is the Director of Economic Development for Georgetown County. In his role Brian focuses on several areas to boost the economy of the fast-growing coastal county of about 63,000 located midway between Myrtle Beach and Charleston.

He works with existing industries to fulfill their needs for infrastructure, transportation and workers to make them more profitable. He develops industrial parks and buildings for prospective companies and works to recruit companies to the county.

One new economic development initiative is working with an internet provider to bring broadband internet to rural areas of Georgetown County. That will help spur development and becomes increasingly important for online education in a world dealing with a pandemic.

Brian, a native of Lancaster, is a graduate of Clemson University with a degree in financial management. He previously as the president of the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce and worked for the chamber in North Augusta, South Carolina. He also worked for Security Federal Bank. Brian serves on several local committees and non-profit boards in the Georgetown area.

REGISTER FOR THIS ZOOM EVENT WITH DREW JOHNSON OF SOUTH ATLANTIC BANK

Wednesday, February 17 at 10:00 AM

1st and 2nd Draw PPP Loans now available! Learn How Your Business Can Benefit.

Join our ZOOM Event on February 17th at 10:00 AM - Drew Johnson of South Atlantic Bank will help us navigate through the requirements and changes.

CLICK HERE to register in advance for this meeting.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

If you have questions, please email JoinPILBA@gmail.com or call 843-995-3188.

Join our ZOOM Event on January 27th at 3:00 PM featuring the US 17 Corridor Companion Land Use Study. Councilman Steve Goggans will review and summarize the background, process, vision, and implementation strategies of the study, as well as answer any questions and clarify any information.

CLICK HERE to register in advance for this meeting:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

If you have questions, please email JoinPILBA@gmail.com or call 843-995-3188.

The Event was great and well attended - Check it out here: https://youtu.be/CV9JDebtK7Q

Jan Silverman of the Conway Innovation Center will be speaking about how small businesses can easily use ecommerce platforms to sell products online at a time when their brick and mortar locations may be suffering from pandemic related issues.

John Kenny of the Georgetown Innovation Center will be speaking about how small businesses can increase their online presence by using Google’s Business platform. Online sales are not required to use this platform.

Topic: Does Your Business Need Ecommerce During COVID 19? Date: Oct 28, 2020 Time: 2:00 PM (EST)

CLICK HERE to Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 883 0905 9617 Passcode: 800272

Dial by your location +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)

Jan Silverman has been the Executive Director of the Conway Innovation Center, a business incubator in downtown Conway, since 2015. In that capacity she has helped many small businesses and start ups find their way to success. She is a certified trainer in Business Model Canvas and Lean Startup. In addition to running the day-to-day operations of the Center and counseling business clients, Jan develops programming for the organization and writes grants. Prior to taking the reigns at the Innovation Center, she ran a successful human resources consulting firm in New England, The Silverman Consulting Group. Educated as an attorney, Jan began her career as labor counsel to the City of Worcester Massachusetts and served as its first human resources director from 1993 until 2004. She is certified as a diversity trainer by the state of Massachusetts and received numerous state awards for her work in human resources.

John Kenny, originally from the Bronx in New York City, but spent most of his career in Washington, D.C. as an attorney. He began his career working for a U.S Congressman and then clerked for a U.S. District Court Judge. The next 40 years of John's life was spent as a technology and telecommunications lawyer and businessman. Along the way, he is an author, adjunct professor at the Columbus School of Law and a grandfather to 8. His passion has been working with startup companies. The first was the company that would go on to become SPRINT. John was the first general counsel of the company. He was attracted to the 5th T after starting the D.C. Tech Council and then working with John Sanders to form a similar council for the Grand Strand. Currently, he runs the Georgetown Innovation Center, which has proudly helped more than 100 startups and young businesses grow and thrive.

"Innovative Growth Strategies - To Maximize Potential and Profits"

How to confront the brutal facts of today, yet keep an unwavering hope for the future of your business.

Brandon Schaefer of Five Capitals will share with us the five priorities that will help us evaluate where you and your company are at in these five areas. Then, how to recalibrating priorities and growing each area in order to see greater levels of health, productivity and profitability. This approach allows for a common language, clarity of goals and outcomes and increased focus and discipline from all involved.

Brandon is the founder, CEO of Five Capitals. He works with business leaders and owners, offering coaching and consulting – helping them to change their lives and grow their business. Brandon has coached hundreds of individuals, groups and couples over the years. A sought-after speaker all over the world, he has engaged with thousands through workshops and conferences, as business / church leaders seek to benefit from the initiatives core concepts. Brandon is a graduate from Iowa State University in International Business, Agricultural Business and Spanish. After graduating, Brandon worked for Motorola in Glasgow, Scotland and then Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis in their strategic marketing departments respectively. Brandon has a passion for developing leaders and serves as a coach for a number of different non-profit and organizational leaders. He’s a gifted discipler, leader, strategic planner, Myers-Briggs / Enneagram guru and loves seeing people reach their full potential. He lives in Pawleys Island, SC and is married to his lovely wife T.J. and they have three daughters, Eva, Teagan and Hazel.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! If you are interested in joining this ZOOM event, email JoinPILBA@gmail.com for details.

If you know of anyone who would be interested in joining this ZOOM event who is not already a member of PILBA, please encourage them to join! Its FREE for the rest of this year. Have them log onto our website (www.joinpilba.com) and use PROMO CODE: Join2020.

Do you have questions about how to make your business safer during our annual hurricane season?

More importantly, how can you be more pro-active
with your preparedness?

Our Special Events Committee has scheduled a ZOOM Webinar on August 25th at 10:00 AM with Brandon Ellis, Georgetown County’s Emergency Director of Emergency Services.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! If you are interested in joining this ZOOM event, email JoinPILBA@gmail.com for details.

A few years ago, PILBA adopted Hagley Landing through Winyah Rivers organization to clean-up the landing area a few times a year.  We will be joining the Winyah Rivers Alliance’s 50 Days of Cleanups to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day which is April 22, 2020.

We have scheduled our Hagley Landing Spring Clean for Thursday, 16th at 4:00 pm. Please join us for this event. We will enjoy a few adult beverages while helping keep our community clean!

For more information, please email us at joinpilba@gmail.com.