Partnership Grand Strand Bulletin

MARCH, 2025

Series 3, Issue 3

It’s finally here...  Happy March!  

Bragging on Our Supporters

You have probably seen the recent publication from B2B: The Grand Strand. If so, you should have read about the “Grand Strand's 50 Most Influential People 2024”.

PGS is super proud of each of these influential people, but we are even MORE excited to be able to say that over half of these 50 leaders are either a board member, partner, investor or sub-committee member of our organization!   

Congrats to all those given this prestigious mention. Keep leading our community to the next generation!

Read the full article 

SAVE THE DATE

MARK YOUR CALENDARS and plan to attend these great events:

March 26, 12:00-1:30pm - Beyond Handshakes, Powered by PGS 

March 27, 5:00-7:00pm - Mini Mixer

April 3, 4:00-6:00pm - PGS Town Hall Social

April 8, 10:00am-1:30pm - Careers at the Coast

Details and Registration Links Below

SMS SIGN UP CAMPAIGN

We thank all of our investors and followers and we appreciate every one of you. We know your time is valuable, and going through dozens (if not hundreds) of emails is impossible.

We listened and responded. We have identified a solution that would allow us to share news about our events and opportunities, without clogging up your emails. 

Last month, we launched our SMS sign up campaign. The SMS Text Messaging service is an easy way for you to quickly access brief messages that you won’t want to miss. You will not receive more than an average of three messages per month. (Please note that the newsletter will still continue monthly. The text messaging will be used primarily for event reminders.) 

It's quick and easy to register:

Click here to sign up

Or text the word “Join” and your email address to 

(315) 903-3914 

Sign up today, and never miss another PGS event that might benefit you and your business! 

GREAT TURNOUT AT THE FIRST BIG MIXER OF 2025!

The first BIG Mixer of 2025 kicked off on Wednesday, February 19 at the Robert H. Reed Recreation Center. The rain and cold did not keep over 140 local business professionals from coming out to build new connections and expand their networks. 

The evening concluded with the "Networking Passport" challenge, and the generosity of attendees has helped to support Helping Hands of Myrtle Beach.

A great big Thank You to all who attended and helped to make this event such a success!

The next BIG Mixer will take place on May 7. We expect to fill up quickly, so please register soon!

BEYOND HANDSHAKES - POWERED BY PGS

Grand Strand Area business leaders - join us for the next event in the Recharge - Powered by Partnership Grand Strand series on March 26 from 12:00-1:30pm and pick up some tips for effective networking.

Topics include:

the importance of building a strong network, step-by-step strategies for meaningful engagement, and interactive exercises to sharpen your skills.

The cost is $25 and lunch will be provided! Take advantage of a working lunch to learn how to effectively grow your business!

Space is limited - Register today!

THE MINI MIXER IS BACK!

Come and mingle at the next Mini Mixer on March 27 at 5:00pm at the Beachfront Kitchen and Bar. The event is free but pre-registration is required. Hope to see you there!

Click here to register.

PGS TOWN HALL SOCIAL

The Grand Strand is a great place to work and live...

Come and hear what's happening in our community!

Please join us at the next PGS Town Hall Social at the historic Myrtle Beach Train Depot. We are excited to share not only the latest updates, but also a "peek under the tent" of what's coming next.

Guest speakers will include Devin Parks, Director of Economic Development, City of Myrtle Beach, Howard Waldie IV, Chief Innovation Officer from the City of Myrtle Beach, and Jason Greene, President/CEO of the Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance.

Town Hall Social - September 25, 2024

Light snacks and cold beer/soft drinks will be available. Grab a beer or glass of wine and see old friends and new... and bring along a friend if you wish!



The event is free. Registration is required but space is limited, so please register today!

Careers at the Coast – Connecting Talent with Opportunity!

Partnership Grand Strand proudly presents Careers at the Coast—a premier quarterly hiring event designed to bring job seekers and employers together in one powerful, streamlined event.

Say goodbye to scattered hiring fairs! Careers at the Coast simplifies the process by offering a one-stop recruitment experience, making it easier for businesses to connect with top talent and for job seekers to explore exciting career opportunities—all under one roof.

This can't-miss event is presented in collaboration with SC DEW, Waccamaw Council of Governments, Palmetto Goodwill, Building Talent Foundation, Apprenticeship Carolina, and Horry Georgetown Technical College.

Take advantage of this opportunity to build connections and take the next step toward success!

Employers, enjoy complimentary breakfast refreshments and lunch as you network and find your next great hire!

Horry-Georgetown Technical College

Conference & Business Center

950 Crabtree Lane, Myrtle Beach

April 8 from 10:00am to 1:30pm

Space is limited... Register Now!

PGS PODCAST

Coming Up Next on Thrivin' at the Beach

Listen to our podcast on the PGS YouTube page or wherever you get your podcasts to get a ‘behind the scenes” peek at all the great things brewing in our community! A new episode airs every other Tuesday morning.

So take Thrivin' with you on your morning commute!

THIS MONTH'S GUESTS:

• March 11- Dr. Pam Martin, Coastal Carolina University
• March 25 - Dr. Marilyn Fore, Horry-Georgetown Technical College

For more info on Thrivin' at the Beach, visit our website.

Tune in... and keep thrivin'!

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