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2010 Best In Green & Local Expo (BIG & Local)

Friday, August 6, 2010 from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM (ET)

Charleston, SC

2010 Best In Green & Local Expo (BIG & Local)

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“The purpose of the Best In Green & Local Expo is to create opportunity for local and green businesses to share their product or service with like-minded businesses and individuals, while providing education on the growing opportunities in green business in the Lowcountry.  It is our goal to identify and highlight those businesses going above and beyond in South Carolina.”

The BIG & Local Expo is brought to you by a collaboration of businesse leaders and non-profit partners volunteering their time to bring this exciting and educational event.  Without them it would not be possible.  Special thanks to our partners The Coastal Conservation League, The Sustainability Institute, Lowcountry Local First, The City of Charleston, The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and our sponsor's Xerox, AESS and Money With A Mission.

Come join other South Carolina Business leaders and residents as we discuss the future of local business and green technology in our state.  Some of the highlights of this all day event include:

A large forum panel discussion on the main stage that will include Democratic Nominee for Governor Vincent Sheheen, along with other state and local business and government leaders as they have a frank, interactive discussion about the state of local and green business.

A luncheon celebrating the best in local dining options in Charleston featuring some of the areas finest restaurants.

Keynote Speaker, Eric Henry from TS Designs who will share his story of entrepeneurship using other local businesses to create a successful product.

A series of workshops covering topics ranging from Charleston's own Green Business Challenge, Working Locally in a Global World, Green Building Skills and Demand, Emerging Trends in Agriculture, Bio-Fuel Industries and more.

The Exhibitors Showcase -  featuring local and regional businesses offering strategies for a greener, more sustainable business.

Green Business Challenge Kick Off Celebration & BIG & Local Pioneer Awards - Recognizing businesses throughout the Lowcountry who have achieved standards of  excellence and sustainability.  Brought to you by the City of Charleston.

 

 

 

 

 


When & Where



The Gaillard Auditorium
77 Calhoun St
Charleston, SC 29401

Friday, August 6, 2010 from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM (ET)


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Carolina Green Fair



Carolina Green Fair is celebrating it's fifth year in Charleston.  Charleston Green Fair in Marion Square Park hosts thousands of attendees eager to learn more about green practices, products and services in our community.  In addition to our main event, we also our launching our first annual Carolina Dirt Fair in Johns Island.  Dirt Fair will celebrate local local agriculture and the fine food of the south.  Our goal continues to be providing education and enlightenment to the residents of the South Carolina while promoting the local green businesses in South Carolina.

The purpose of the Charleston Green Fair is to create excitement and enthusiasm for green products, services and technologies available to the residents of the Lowcountry using an environmentally responsible forum of education and entertainment.