Who: City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, Mayor Pro Tem Tina Herbert, Columbia Chamber of Commerce, Richland County, and the U.S. Small Business Administration
What: The City of Columbia will kick off National Small Business Week with a press conference celebrating the vital role small businesses play in strengthening the local economy and community. The event will recognize local entrepreneurs, highlight business resources and support programs, and showcase the City’s continued commitment to fostering small business growth and success. Community leaders, business owners, and residents are invited to attend this celebration of Columbia’s thriving small business community.
Jon Rooks will be providing entertainment during the Kickoff event.
Please see more information about partners for the kick off below;
Columbia Chamber BlueCross BlueShield SC Small Business Champions 2026/2027 will be recognized at the event:
- Preserve & Co. – Shikila Tucker-Curry
- CORE Clean LLC – Kevin Radford
- REP Network LLC – Roshanda Pratt
- Regal Insurance Agency – Reginald “Reggie” Pearson
- The Lemonade Twins – Mariah Jeffcoat and Daughters Faith and Malia
Businesses in Gather Columbia Opening on Monday Especially for our Press Conference:
- Banh Sai
- Melt
- Los Chicanos
- Gyromania
- Bessie’s
- Kiki’s Chicken and Waffles
When: Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
Where: Gather Cola, 2191 Pickens St, Columbia, SC 29201
*Please see attached photos
