Looking to spark your creativity and connect with a community of go-getters in Beaufort, SC? Welcome to Coffee Convos, where captivating discussions with tech professionals will leave you inspired! Coffee Convos presents the perfect opportunity to expand your network, discuss issues relevant to the tech industry, or acquire valuable information to steer your startup toward success. Modeled after Lean Coffee gatherings, we encourage everyone to bring a topic for us to discuss. Save your spot and join the conversation monthly on the second Tuesday.

Participate in innovation by attending the Beaufort Digital Corridor's public board meetings. As both a 501(c)(6) community organization and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we're dedicated to empowering and uplifting aspiring technology professionals through collaborative effort and insightful dialogue with our community. Gather with our board members and executive director, Jess O'Brien, to influence the decision-making that underpins our community's success. Start attending and let your input shape the future of tech in Beaufort.

Stay informed on the latest discussions and decisions from the Beaufort Digital Corridor. Meeting minutes from the prior meeting and the agenda for the upcoming meeting will be posted by the Friday before the next scheduled meeting.

TECHconnect is the Beaufort Digital Corridor's signature networking event. Get plugged in to Beaufort, SC's growing tech community by meeting local technology and business professionals. Connect with fellow tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and VCs over lite bites and drinks. Join us on the third Thursday of every month from 5:30–7:30 p.m. Come exchange ideas, make new connections, and expand your network. There's always someone new to meet.

Start the year with intention and creativity alongside women who want to see you succeed. Join Beaufort Women in Tech for a guided vision boarding experience designed to help you reflect, reset, and plan for the year ahead in a supportive and inspiring space. This hands-on workshop will be led by Kimberly Sundt, founder of Created & Curated Experiences. Kimberly is known for creating thoughtful experiences that help people slow down, gain clarity, and reconnect with what truly matters. She'll kick things off with a short guided reflection and presentation before giving you space to dream big and bring your vision to life.

Head over to Meetup.com for all the details and to get your ticket. ⬇️

A.I. Office Hours are free, monthly drop-in sessions where the community can explore how artificial intelligence can work for you. Join Gaetano Hirshout, BDC's A.I. & Innovation Advisor, for open, conversational guidance on everything from implementing AI in your business to vibe coding, automation, and emerging tools.

These informal office hours are designed to meet you where you are–-whether you're brand new to AI, actively experimenting, or just curious about what's possible. Bring your questions, ideas, or challenges and leave with practical insights you can apply right away.

What you'll gain:

• Real-world, practical guidance on using AI in your business, career, or creative projects
• Personalized advice and answers to your specific AI questions
• Exposure to tools, workflows, and concepts like automation, prompt design, and vibe coding
• Clear next steps, resources, and inspiration–-no technical background required

Held on the second Friday of each month, these sessions are free and open to the public. Donations are encouraged to support the Beaufort Digital Corridor's nonprofit programming. RSVP required.

Calling all podcasters, influencers, social media managers, web designers, brand strategists, and digital creatives in the Lowcountry! This group is your hub for real connection, creative collaboration, and career growth.