Business Over Lunch

Schedule

Fri Jan 30 2026 at 11:30 am to 01:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Stone River | West Columbia, SC

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Hear from the SC Superintendent on the state's educational direction and current initiatives.
About this Event

Program Description:

Join us for an insightful presentation featuring The Honorable Ellen Weaver, South Carolina Superintendent of Education, as she shares her vision for strengthening education across the state.

Attendees will gain insight into the state’s educational direction and current initiatives, as well as the connection between education, workforce readiness, and long-term economic growth—highlighting the importance of collaboration in preparing South Carolina’s students for the future.



Schedule:

11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Registration & Networking

12:00 - 1:30 p.m. - Program & Luncheon



Corporate Sponsorships:
Companies are invited to become a Corporate Sponsor



Palmetto Sponsor (Full Table) - $800

• Reserved seating for 8 guests (1 table)

• Company logo on event-specific communication and signage

• Company logo recognition on the program

• Publicity includes logo recognition on Chamber’s website and in all email communication

• Social media marketing



Crescent Sponsor (Half Table) - $600

• Reserved seating for 4 guests

• Company logo on event-specific communication and signage

• Company logo recognition on the program

• Publicity includes logo recognition on Chamber’s website and in all email communication



Wren Sponsor - $325

• Reserved seating for 2 guests

• Business name on event-specific communication and signage, including the program

• Publicity includes company name recognition on Chamber’s website and in all email communication


To become a corporate event sponsor, contact Karen Johnston, Programs and Events Director at [email protected].


Registration is available online for General Admission tickets.


General Admission Tickets:

Shareholder Tickets - $45

Non-Shareholder Tickets - $55

Table of 8 - $360




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About the Speaker:
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Ellen Weaver serves as South Carolina’s 19th State Superintendent of Education, elected in November 2022.

A Greenville native, Ellen has dedicated her career to championing educational excellence and expanding opportunity for every student in her home state. She believes deeply that a strong education is the gateway to the American Dream.

Ellen is focused on prioritizing the instruction of foundational skills, recruiting, and retaining the best educators, and partnering with parents — as well as business and other community leaders — to prepare students for their personal path to success.




About the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center

An accredited chamber, the Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center (LCVC) has been creating a community that grows business for more than 65 years. Through services, advocacy, and education for its 715+ shareholders, the LCVC strives to promote business prosperity and a thriving community. To learn more about the Chamber and the Lexington area, visit www.lexingtonsc.org.


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Where is it happening?

Stone River, 121 Alexander Road, West Columbia, United States

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Tickets

USD 49.87 to USD 385.99

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