Events & Registration
- Behind the Scenes - Devo Olive Oil Co., Feb 9
- B-to-B Connects, Feb 15
- Quarterly Law Update, Feb 23
- Business After Hours - Hard Rock Cafe, Feb 23
- Business After Hours - South Atlantic Bank & Magnolia's at 26th, Mar 8
- Behind the Scenes - Barefoot Princess Riverboat, Mar 22
Small Business Resource Center
The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce has more than 2,400 members,
80 percent of which have 50 or fewer employees. Our goal is to promote the interests of these small businesses by providing programs and services that encourage professional development and to help small businesses thrive.
"Two things that strike me about the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce: 1.) the level of professionalism and caring from the staff, 2.) the fun and diversity of the after hours gatherings. I have gotten my money's worth."
Encouragement Coach Ed Cerny
148 Citadel Dr., Conway, SC 29526, (843) 347-5149
www.Coached.com
A Guide to Going Into Business in the Myrtle Beach Area
If you are thinking of starting a business of your own in the Myrtle Beach area, there are a few things to consider as you move forward. The Myrtle Beach area has no single business license that will ensure compliance with the numerous state licenses, permits, and regulatory requirements. Additionally, your business may be subject to local and/or federal requirements. Simply knowing which agencies to contact for all of these permits can be a very confusing task for a new entrepreneur. Check out the MBACC Guide to Going into Business for all the resources you will need.
Discounts and Services for MBACC Small Business Members
- BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
- Office Depot
- Chamber Member-to-Member Discounts
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce
- South Carolina Chamber of Commerce
- Listing of all MBACC Member Benefits
- MBACC Media Center
Online Resources for Small Businesses
- U.S. Chamber Small Business Center
- South Carolina Chamber of Commerce
- SBA - U.S. Small Business Association
- Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Research & Statistics
- S.C. Employment Security Commission/Myrtle Beach Workforce Center
Local Resources Available for New Business Development
- Small Business Development Center
Coastal Carolina University
Janet Graham, area manager
PO Box 261954, Conway, SC 29528-6054
SBDC Wall 323-K
755 Hwy. 544, Conway, SC 29527
(843) 349-4010 - Grand Strand SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives)
Grand Strand Chapter 318
605 10th Ave. N.
PO Box 2468
Myrtle Beach, SC 29578
(843) 918-1079 - Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development
Brad Lofton, president & CEO
2431 US 501 East
Conway, SC 29526
(843) 347-4604 or (800) 844-4983
- BB&T Center for Economic and Community Development
Coastal Carolina University
PO Box 261954
Conway, SC 29528-6054
(843) 349-2589
MBACC's Small Business Buzz
To help entrepreneurs grow and manage their businesses, your Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce offers Small Business Buzz, a practical resource for small businesses. Appearing biweekly in the Grand Strander Express and every month in the Grand Strander, Small Business Buzz highlights current news, resources, tools and much more that helps small businesses take control of their bottom line. Check out Small Business Buzz!
Small Business Education & Networking Opportunities
MBACC hosts more than 125 events each year. In those events there are several education and networking opportunities available for you and your entire business.
For more information on Small Business Programs and Services Education Programs, call Blakely Jenkins, membership & community programs manager, at (843) 916-7232 or email.