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UNLEASH
YOUR GEEK

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APR 24-

MAY 2,

2025

(WED, APR 23, 12:30 pm)

TedXCharleston: Thrive. Inspiring and entertaining talks and performances from Charleston locals, on health, science, social issues, technology and more.  Washington

Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403

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(THURS, APR 24, 8:00 – 10:00 am)

Podcasting 101 w/ Charleston Marketing Podcast, powered by the Charleston American Marketing Association

530 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

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(THURS, APR 24)

iFiveK: Where Tech Runs

Charleston Digital

Charleston Tech Center - 997 Morrison Drive,  SC 29403

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(FRI, APR 25, 9:00 am)

Secure your future at the Cybersecurity Career & Community Meetup, hosted by Trident Tech during Charleston Tech Week—connect, learn, and unlock new career pathways.

Charleston County Economic Development, 4922 O'Hear Avenue, Suite 201

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(SAT, APR 26)

"Tech After Dark" is your exclusive invitation to unwind, connect, and vibe with the brightest minds in tech, music, and influencer marketing, co-presented by High Tide Music Festival & Dig South

Moxy Charleston Hotel, 547 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403

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(SUN, APR 27)

TBA

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DALL·E 2025-01-19 12.29.38 - A surreal and dynamic scene featuring a futuristic female hum

(MON, APR 28, 6:00 pm)

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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(TUES, APR 29, 10 am – 4:00 pm)

SC Competes Spring Summit: Connections & Collaborations: Spotlight on the Harbor Entrepreneur Center Accelerator, Logistics/Tech B2B Speed Dating, Student Showcase and more!

The Harbor Entrepreneur Center – 11 eWall Street, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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(TUES, APR 29 | 5:00-7:00 pm

Product Tank Charleston: Official Launch Event. ​Product Tank is part of a global network powered by Mind the Product, connecting thousands of product leaders, designers, and technologists across 200+ cities. Our vision is to create a consistent, inspiring space for Charleston’s product community to exchange ideas, share best practices, and build meaningful connections. 

Palmetto Brewing Company –289 Huger Street, Charleston, SC 29403

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(WED, APR 30, 5:00-7:00 pm)

Game Changers & Innovators Presents: #700 Tech After Five - Charleston, SC - POP UP!

Reforged Gaming Lounge - 8484 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, Unit B

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(WED, APR 30, 9:00 am)

Every week, 1 Million Cups gives entrepreneurs a platform to present their business to a supportive community for ideas and connections to grow it. It's not a pitch; it's a chance to learn and collaborate.

Frothy Beard Brewing – 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, SC

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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

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(THURS, MAY 1, 4:00-5:00 pm)

Need to elevate your tech career but not sure where to start? Find a guide at Charleston Women in Tech's "Mentor Matchup" at Dig South Tech Summit!

Cougar Mall, beside the fountain behind Randolph Hall – College of Charleston, 44 George Street, Charleston, SC 29401

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(THURS, MAY 1, 4:00-5:00 pm)

"Dig South Tech Summit: Investor-VIP Shindig" - featuring 20 founders from startups across the southeast, Summit speakers and accredited investors. 

66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29401 (inside Randolph Hall)

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(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, 66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29401

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(THURS, MAY 1, 7:00 - 8:30 pm)

Charleston Literary Festival & Dig South present NY Times Best-Selling Author Benjamin Wallace, Author of The Mysterious Mr. Nakamoto: A Fifteen-Year Quest to Unmask the Secret Genius Behind Crypto at Dig South Tech Summit

Location TBA

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(THURS, MAY 1, 6:00-9:00 PM

CharlestonHacks 30-Second AI Film Fest at Dig South Tech Summit

54 St. Philip Street, Charleston, SC 29401 (College of Charleston Simons Center for the Arts)

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(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

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(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

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(FRI, MAY 2, 2:30 – 4:45 pm)

Matthew Pollard workshop, keynote & reception, presented by EO Charleston at Dig South Tech Summit

College of Charleston Simons Center, 54 St. Philip Street, Charleston, SC 29401

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(FRI, MAY 2, 4:30 – 6:00 pm)

New Frontiers closing Shindig. Couldn't make the full Summit? No worries, this is your last chance to do the network dance at the close of Dig South Tech Summit 2025. Beer, Wine and Light Bites included.

College of Charleston Simons Center, 54 St. Philip Street, Charleston, SC 29401

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(FRI, MAY 2, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

“Geekout Finale" – Charleston Tech Week's Blowout Bash –Sponsored by Topline. We’re taking over the Harbour Club at WestEdge for a night of rooftop views and bold ideas. Expect brains, bourbon, beats, and a killer crowd of founders, funders, and future-builders.

The Harbor Club at West Edge, 22 Westedge St Suite 700, Charleston, SC 29403

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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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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
 

  • $140M = Amount 6 tech companies recently raised from capital resources outside of SC

  • $120k = Average wage of CHS tech workers (2x the state and regional per-capita wage)

  • 12.1% & 17.3% = Tech employment & tech GDP in CHS region

  • 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. 

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