Ten at the Top Upstate News
January 4, 2021 - Volume 12, Issue 1
Upstate Leaders Focus on the Future
Regardless of the sector or location, 2020 was a challenging year for all Upstate entities. As we move into a new year, an uncertain future remains. To help us to better understand some of the ongoing challenges from the pandemic and resulting economic crisis, we have compiled a group of local, regional and state business, government and non-profit leaders who will periodically share their insights on a variety of topics and community issues. By sharing their struggles, successes and continued efforts they will help all Upstate entities better understand and navigate this uncertain future.

Check out the list of Upstate Leaders who are FOCUSED on the FUTURE.

The first set of questions posed to the group looked back at how the pandemic impacted them personally as well as their organizations/businesses. They also provided some insights into what changes to their business and sector could be here to stay.

Here are links to read Part 1 and Part 2.

The next set of questions, which looks specifically at 2021, will be included in the UpstateVibe e-newsletter coming out later this month.
Have Time for a Chat?
Join TATT Board Members & Local Leaders for a TATT CHAT
While we have not been able to connect in-person as much in recent months as we would like, TATT is still making sure we can stay connected virtually through our regular TATT CHAT.

As we move into 2021, we are coordinating informative chats that will occur every-other-Thursday afternoon (pre-event networking starts at 2:40 pm and the TATT CHAT starts at 3 pm). The chats will feature quest speakers on key topics as well as updates from leaders across the Upstate region.

Below is the schedule for the first four TATT CHAT'S of 2021:

January 7: Guest Speaker, Scott Baier, Economist, Clemson University- Register now!

January 21: Guest Speaker, Dr. Jonathan Knoche, Medical Consultant, Divisions of Immunization and Acute Disease Epidemiology, S.C. Department of Health & Environmental Control. Register now!

February 4: Guest Speaker, Elizabeth Davis, President, Furman University. Register now!

February 18: Guest Speakers, Tiffany Tate/Aimee Redick, Upstate Alliance “Skill Up” Initiative. Register now!

Leadership Level Partners
Ten at the Top is fortunate to have many great funding supporters and appreciate all who help ensure the current and future success of the organization. Our highest partnership level is the Leadership Level, with companies or organizations investing $10,000 or more annually to support TATT. If your company or organization is interested in joining TATT's Leadership Level Supporters, please contact Dean Hybl today.
Stay Connected with Upstate Initiatives & Resources

Check out the TATT YouTube Channel for archives from meetings, presentations and events hosted by Ten at the Top. The channel also includes videos of the Elevate Upstate Grant recipients and other TATT initiatives.

TATT volunteers have developed a number of interactive regional asset maps. Check out links to regional resources below.










There is something interesting, educational or entertaining happening in the Upstate 365 days a year.

Be sure to post your Upstate experiences using the hashtag #UpstateVibe365 and check out the regional calendar for what is happening across the region.

Ten at the Top
90 Regional Engagements in 2020
2,562 Participants in 2020
1,000 Regional Engagements since 2010
44,532 Participants since 2010
On the Calendar

Be sure and put these TATT events on your calendar:

TATT CHAT Virtual Meeting
Guest Speaker: Scott Baier
Economist, Clemson University
January 7 | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
(Pre-Meeting Virtual Networking starts at 2:40 pm)


TATT CHAT Virtual Meeting
Guest Speaker: Dr. Jonathan Knoche
Medical Consultant, SC DHEC
January 21 | 3:00-4:00 p.m.
(Pre-Meeting Virtual Networking starts at 2:40 pm)


Become a TATT Supporter

Ten at the Top funding partners and event sponsors are the backbone of the organization.

We are very grateful for all the companies and organizations that annually support TATT. Check out the list of current partners.

If your company or organization is not already a TATT partner, we invite you to join us. Here is a direct link to partnership opportunities for 2021.

In addition, TATT is continuing to accept support for our Ignition Fund Campaign. This effort is a long-term funding program designed to help TATT to continue to ignite initiatives across the Upstate. Click Here for more details.

If you have questions about TATT partnership and sponsorship opportunities or would like to set up a personal meeting, please contact Dean Hybl for questions or more information.

Ten at the Top is a regional non-profit organization with the mission of fostering collaboration and partnerships across the Upstate around issues that impact economic vitality and quality of life.
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