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July Tech Founders' Event
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WHERE:
Baxter Village, Market Street, at the Compass Real Estate office
967 Market St, Fort Mill, SC 29708
What's Going Down:
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Agenda:
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM: Welcome
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM: Marketing
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM: Q&A
6:45 PM - 7:00 PM: Wrap up & announcements
7:00 PM - Till? : Continue discussions and socializing next door, at “Pet Piv” the Fish Market Beer Garden
Got Questions? Hit us up at info@tfycgroup.com
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Sept Tech Founders' Event
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WHERE:
Baxter Village, Market Street, at the Compass Real Estate office
967 Market St, Fort Mill, SC 29708
What's Going Down:
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Why You Should Come:
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Agenda:
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM: Welcome
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM: Marketing
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM: Q&A
6:45 PM - 7:00 PM: Wrap up & announcements
7:00 PM - Till? : Continue discussions and socializing next door, at “Pet Piv” the Fish Market Beer Garden
Got Questions? Hit us up at info@tfycgroup.com
More About Our Guest Speaker:
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Nov Tech Founders' Event
EVENT TOPIC:
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WHERE:
Baxter Village, Market Street, at the Compass Real Estate office
967 Market St, Fort Mill, SC 29708
What's Going Down:
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Special Guest:
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Why You Should Come:
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Agenda:
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM: Welcome
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM: Marketing
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM: Q&A
6:45 PM - 7:00 PM: Wrap up & announcements
7:00 PM - Till? : Continue discussions and socializing next door, at “Pet Piv” the Fish Market Beer Garden
Got Questions? Hit us up at info@tfycgroup.com
More About Our Guest Speaker:
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Tech Founders' Holiday Happy Hour Event
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March Tech Founders' Event
EVENT TOPIC:
Beyond the Logo: Building Brands That Scale and Deliver ROI
WHERE:
Baxter Village, Market Street, at the Compass Real Estate office
967 Market St, Fort Mill, SC 29708
What's Going Down:
Does your marketing feel like a game of whack-a-mole, constantly fixing one thing only to have another pop up? You’re not alone. Brand. Market. Advertise. Sounds simple, right? Then why do so many founders feel stuck? Many business leaders struggle with misaligned branding, marketing, and advertising strategies that waste time, money, and resources.
Special Guest:
Jennifer Sutton
Why You Should Come:
Join Jennifer Sutton, Founder and CEO of Bright Marketing and OrangeWIP, for her keynote: Beyond The Logo: Building Brands That Scale.
With 30 years of experience building brands and advertising engines, Jennifer brings a unique perspective to the table—one that combines strategic insight with real-world practicality.
She’s worked with businesses of all sizes to align branding, marketing, and advertising into seamless growth engines that drive measurable results. This keynote is your roadmap to fixing the chaos. If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start moving forward with confidence, this is the keynote you’ve been waiting for.
Agenda:
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM: Welcome
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM: Marketing
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM: Q&A
6:45 PM - 7:00 PM: Wrap up & announcements
7:00 PM - Till? : Continue discussions and socializing next door, at “Pet Piv” the Fish Market Beer Garden
Got Questions? Hit us up at info@tfycgroup.com
More About Our Guest Speaker: Meet Jennifer Sutton
A 3x founder and seasoned marketing expert, she has over two decades of experience driving business growth. In 2013, she launched Bright Marketing, growing it into a multi-million-dollar agency known for innovative strategies and impactful brand building. Recognizing gaps in local founder ecosystems, she founded OrangeWIP, a hyper-local media company, and hosts the Hello Chaos podcast to connect and empower entrepreneurs.
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Jan Tech Founders' Event
EVENT TOPIC:
Founder’s Workshop: Set Your Priorities, Optimize Your Team, & Tackle Brutal Facts
WHERE:
Baxter Village, Market Street, at the Compass Real Estate office
967 Market St, Fort Mill, SC 29708
Reserve Your Seat. Register Today!
What's Going Down:
Join us for an intensive 90-minute workshop tailored for tech entrepreneurs aiming to clarify business priorities and enhance team performance.
Guided by industry expert Russ Sorrells, this session will equip you with actionable tools to:
Set Clear Priorities: Implement the FAST Rock Planner to establish goals that are ambitious, specific, and transparent, ensuring your team remains focused and accountable.
Evaluate Your Team: Apply the Talent Assessment Framework to assess productivity and cultural fit, identifying key players and areas for development.
Confront the Brutal Facts: Engage in a structured process to address critical challenges, laying the groundwork for strategic actions that drive results.
Special Guest:
Russ Sorrells
Founder of Own Your Category
Certified Pinnacle Implementer & Advanced Sales Team Trainer
Why You Should Come:
Strategic Clarity: Learn to define and execute priorities that propel your business forward.
Team Optimization: Discover methods to build a high-performing team aligned with your company's vision.
Actionable Insights: Gain practical tools to confront challenges and implement effective solutions.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from Russ Sorrells' extensive experience in scaling businesses and driving growth.
Agenda:
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Welcome & Networking
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM: Presentation
7:15 PM - 7:30 PM: Q&A
7:30 PM - 7:05 PM: Wrap up & announcements
7:05 PM - Till? : Continue discussions and socializing next door, at “Pet Piv” the Fish Market Beer Garden
Got Questions? Hit us up at info@tfycgroup.com
More About Our Guest Speaker:
Meet Russ Sorrells;
As the founder of Own Your Category, he specializes in helping leaders and founders focus on what matters, cut through the noise, make strategic plans, and reach the next level.
Russ is a Certified Pinnacle Implementer and Advanced Sales Team Trainer, dedicated to empowering businesses to grow and scale profitably while delivering meaningful impact to team members and customers.
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12.05.24 | Dec TFYC Social Event
Join us as we recap 2024 and raise a glass to toast 2025.

11.13.24 | Nov TFYC Event (Global Entrepreneurship Week)
Founder’s Topic: Marketing for Small and Scaling Business
Guest: Marcus Hermens

9.18.24 | Sept TFYC Event
Founder’s Topic: How to Leverage the VC Ecosystem
Guest: Sam English

7.17.24 | July TFYC Event
Founder’s Topic: MASTERING SALES: Via Prospecting, Referrals, & Discipline. Special Guest: Master Sales Trainer Tamara Bunte

5.8.24 | May TFYC Event
Founder’s Topic: Navigating the Tech Startup Ecosystem in the Carolinas. Special Guest: Juan Garzón, Director for Innovate Charlotte

3.13.24 | March TFYC Event (Copy)
Founder’s Topic: Intellectual Property Considerations, Law and Processes

1.24.24 | January TFYC Event
Founder’s Topic: Meet The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA)

11.15.23 | EOY TFYC 2.0 Welcome Mixer
Join us at Corkscrew (Kingsley) in Fort Mill on November 15th for a quick mixer and get-together before the end of the year. We want to share news about the evolved TFYC Group and plans we have for 2024. Join us.
Event Purpose
Every event should have a purpose, and ours is no different.
Our community is founded on the principles of collaboration and knowledge sharing within a relaxing environment.
Topics
Throughout our events, we'll be exploring a variety of compelling topics that founders and leaders just like you think about every day. Here's a list of some of the topics we'll delve into:
Scaling Your Business: Discover strategies and best practices for expanding your business effectively.
How to Build the Right Pricing Model: Get insights into pricing strategies that can maximize your profitability.
How to Prepare for the Next Inflection Point: Learn how to navigate and capitalize on industry shifts.
Tips for Pitching: Hone your pitching skills and captivate investors.
Navigating a Valuation: Gain a deeper understanding of the business valuation and its significance.
Exploring Exit Strategies: Uncover the various options and considerations when planning your exit strategy.
Marketing 101: Dive into the fundamentals of marketing and branding to reach your target audience effectively.
How Critical Is Your Brand: Understand the profound impact a strong brand can have on your business.
Speakers and Guests
We are committed to providing a dynamic and engaging experience. To help us achieve this, we have enlisted a network of professionals who will not only kick off our discussions but also moderate and guide us through these topics. They bring a wealth of expertise and real-world experience to the table, ensuring you receive the most valuable insights.
We encourage you to come with questions, share your experiences, and actively participate in our discussions. Your engagement is what makes our community vibrant and resourceful.
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