CAROLINA BUSINES-to-BUSINESS NETWORKING SESSIONS - Mondays 12pm & 6pm
- Wardell Brantley
- Feb 13
- 9 min read
Updated: Mar 7
Event Purpose
To bring together the entire Small Business Owner Eco-System to create a continuous private funding source dedicated to their success, emphasizing business, finance, education, customer acquisitions, startup and scaling.
Each week the various business development and vender vertical segments are invited to the networking sessions to learn about the new funding source, services, their benefit, their contribution and to plan for a discussion with the groups of thirty funders who are funding the verticals with $24 Million dollars annually.
Young Entrepreneurs Production Teams Serving the B2B Network
Production Team Students Representing: Wellspring Fellowship Church, Socastee High School, Academy of Hope Charter School, Atlantic Collegiate Academy Sports High School and Chesterfield MBC.
Corporate Presenters - Service Providers
"PC B2B Success Team"
See their Presentation of the products they will be serving the groups-with, during the Critical Business Components Sessions or the $10,000 Pitch Competition.
CORPORATE SERVICE PROVIDER INVITATIONS
Communication Providers
Local Media Companies (by vertical)
WBTW Channel 13
WPDE Channel 15
WMBF Channel 6
HTC
Spectrum
Cumulus
I-Heart Radio
Technology Provider (Studios & Media Centers)
Best Buy
Cell Phone and Service Provider
Office Supply Provider
Office Max / Office Depot
Banking Provider
Bank of America
Legal Services Provider
McGuire Law Firm
Auto / Vehicle Provider
Myrtle Beach Chevrolet
Insurance Provider
State Farm
Health Care Provider
McCleod Health
Pharmacy Provider
CVS
Sports Retailer Provider
Dicks Sporting Goods
Bulk General Supply
Costco
Commercial Office & Facilities Provider
Century 21
Home & Building Supply Provider
Lowes
CBC FACILITATOR SESSIONS
Event Information
RSVP, Location, Dates and Times
Location
The Vision Center, 8521 hwy 90 Longs, SC 29568
Time
Noon Session
11:30am Doors open
Training and Information Sessions
Evening Pitch Session
5:00pm Doors Open
Program Starts - 6:00pm
Zoom Link
RSVP
Contact us
Wardell Brantley
(843) 465-7236
wbrantley@CarolinaMediaArts.com
Attire/Dress/Refreshments
Casual or Work Attire
Light Food & Refreshments
Atmosphere
Light, Family, Work-centered, Passion for Community and Students.
Weekly Standard Discussion Items
All Dates and Attendees
Date | Vertical Segment Meeting-Group | Topics for Discussion agenda * attendees * podcast |
2/11 | Local Sports Media | What is needed from your professional perspective |
2/18 | Professional Athletes | How funding will help their Charities and programs. Their local influence |
2/25 | Local Sponsors & All Media | Guaranteed Contracts for their support. |
3/4 | All ACA Students, Staff & Teachers | Pep Rally and School Update on the progress of the program and funding f |
3/11 | Recreation Centers | Needs to serve their communities. Current Programs. |
3/18 | Athletic Directors & Coaches | Needs & Solutions at their schools. |
3/25 | Principals and Board of Education | How funding works with their schools. Current Needs, Programs Ticket Provider |
4/1 | Elementary School Teachers, Student-athletes & Parents | Distribution of Sports Connect Cards Register. How to use. When Active. |
4/8 | Middle School Teachers, Student-athletes & Parents | Distribution of Sports Connect Cards Register. How to use. When Active. |
4/22 | High School Teachers, Student-athletes & Parents | Distribution of Sports Connect Cards Register. How to use. When Active. |
4/29 | Collegiate Coaches, Student-athletes & Parents | Distribution of Sports Connect Cards Register. How to use. When Active. |
5/6 | Sports Brands, Apparel and Equipment Manufacturers | Service Provider Contracts Information |
5/13 | College Representatives | How funding and Connect Cards work with their schools |
5/20 | Local Nonprofits | Roles, Benefits and Funding |
5/27 | Local Churches | Roles, Benefits and Funding |
6/3 | Professional Sports Teams | Roles, Benefits and Funding |
6/10 | Sports Marketing & Management Companies | Service Provider Contracts |
6/17 | Companies: Media, Content Production, Technology | Service Provider Contracts |
6/24 | Banks and Financial Institutions | Financial options for Building Projects Stadiums, Gymnasiums etc. |
7/1 | Corporate Support Brands Auto, Fashion, | 7% Contract Discussions |
7/8 | Sports: Health, Fitness, Insurance, Food | 7% Contract Discussions |
7/15 | Seniors and Veterans (Communities, Nursing Homes etc.) | Student Athletes giving-back and serving the senior community |
7/22 | Healthcare Providers (Hospitals, Medical care and Pharmaceuticals) | Health Care Industry United to Serve Student Athletes |
7/29 | Horry County Chambers of Commerce (all) | The Effects of Sports Tourism Sports Industry on the Grand Strand |
8/5 | Myrtle Beach Economic Development Corporation | Horry County Economic Development Plans |
General Discussions and documents for every session
Where the two million dollars originate. How to acquire it, maintain it, circulate it, who receives it, and the reasons behind it.
The impact of vertical-segment communication and purchasing on a single platform.
The Purpose of This Industry's Meeting Groups and Media Partners.
Creating a public list of the top 25 issues in the area that need to be addressed and prioritized.
The Cue
The Student Production Teams and Media Arts Centers.
What resources are currently accessible to student-athletes in building the (SRRN).
The Meeting with the 30 Corporate Funders over 30 Days.
The discussions and collaboration with this group continue after the meeting.
Attendees Invited
ATTENDEES
Media
Retired and Current Professional Athletes Starting & Scaling Businesses.
Local Event Sponsors
Local Teams, Coaches, Athletic Directors and Sports Program Leaders.
Sports Reporters and local, regional and national media outlets.
Local School Teachers, Educators, Mentors and Counselors.
Representatives from area: Colleges, Professional Teams and Associations
Major Business Brands
Budgets and Group Purchases
ORGANIZATION | EVENT / PBUDGETROJECT | ITEMS FOR PURCHASE | BUDGET |
National Sports Network | Pro-Athletes Mixer Funding Forum | Polo Shirts for Professional Athletes | $1,000 Per month 30-Days |
National Sports Network | The $10,000 Pitch Competition | Prizes for Winners Items for Demonstrations | $10,000 |
Atlantic Collegiate Academy PC Success Team | Sports Funding Forum 50 Teams | Uniforms for 50 Basketball Teams **sports added monthly. | $60,000 |
Envision Myrtle Beach.com | Impact Weekend Basketball Tournament | Tournament Equipment, Gear & Supplies | |
Horry County Schools & Rec Centers | Games Filmed/streamed/Announced by our Production teams (Football, Basketball, Track, Baseball (26-27) | •Production & Event Staff Polo Shirts •Items to give-away at games | |
The Center MB Senior Care Network | Senior Run Walk/Run | Running Event equipment Staff Shirts/Outfits Runing sneakers for Seniors | $10,000 45-Days |
Genesis Center Engaging Minds Services Inc. | 221 Freedom Run To End Human Trafficking Recipients (221 Survivors) | Running Event equipment Staff Shirts/Outfits Runing sneakers for 221 | 3 – Months $20,000 |
The Kingston Lake Education & Business Center | Full Fitness Center Basketball Gym Equipment Kiosk Station | $20,000 | |
Conway The Center | Five Center Locations | Fitness Equipment | $10,000 |
Academy of Hope Charter School | Physical Education Equipment. Gym uniforms for students. | $10,000 | |
Impact 5024 | PC Success Teams | $1.2 Million Uniforms & Equipment | $1.2 Million |
BUDGET (plus plus) | $115,000 |
Weekly Agendas
4/6 Local Media Presentations
AGENDA - MARCH 11, 2026 (5:00pm - 6:30pm)
6:00
6:05 Introductions of all Attendees (2 minute summary)
6:15 Purpose of the Gathering of this specific group of Media
6:20 to 6:30pm Topics for Discussion (summaries)
To Provide a comprehensive explanation regarding the source, acquisition process, management, distribution, and intended recipients of the $24 million.
To Assess the impact of pro-athlete charities communicating, collaborating and conducting transactions on a unified platform.
To Clearly articulate the objectives of this Pro-Athlete Vertical Meeting Group.
To Outline each pro-athlete's charitable initiatives, programs, or goals, and examine the rationale, timing, and funding allocations for these projects.
To Enumerate and prioritize the group’s top 25 issues to guide the distribution of funds; establish criteria and processes for determining priorities.
To Identify current resources available to student-athletes based on individual expertise and networks, and work towards building the Local Sports Resource & Referral Network.
To Define the purpose and operational framework of the Student production teams, media arts centers and the work portal (workforce development programs), including how deliverables are achieved.
To Schedule a meeting in 30 days with the identified corporate funders to present our value proposition to the 30 targeted corporations, each expected to provide $80,000 per million dollars in sales for dedicated spending within the Vertical.
Ensure that members, their organizations, and affiliates are appropriately positioned to be prioritized when funds become accessible.
Develop subsequent steps for group collaboration, ongoing initiatives, and preparations related to funding opportunities post-meeting.
Clarify the distribution of individual and organizational resources or compensation for contributions to this vertical, which is essential for securing funding.
Specify individual compensation for service to the group.
Detail support for associated organizations serving the community or student-athletes.
Acknowledge the primary organization of employment.
After this Meeting: Our weekly Zoom meetings, newsletter, blog, and podcast will facilitate ongoing communication with stakeholders, funders, and constituents. Please ensure your subscription to these channels is up to date.
4/13 Bank Presentations - How to Get their Money
4/20 COPORATE BUSINESS ACCOUNTS - Building Your Winning Team of Advisors, Vendors, Contractors and Suppliers
BUILDING YOUR LONG-TERM WINNING TEAM
Presenting their Business Services to our Groups of 500
Banks
Attorneys
Accountants
Insurance
Media
Branding
Office Depot
Best Buy
Costco
Sam's
Chevrolet
4/27 COPORATE BUSINESS ACCOUNTS - Building Your Winning Team of Advisors, Vendors, Contractors and Suppliers
5/11 COPORATE BUSINESS ACCOUNTS - Building Your Winning Team of Advisors, Vendors, Contractors and Suppliers
5/18 COPORATE BUSINESS ACCOUNTS - Building Your Winning Team of Advisors, Vendors, Contractors and Suppliers
5/25 HOLIDAY
6/1
6/8
6/15
6/22
6/29
Get In the Cue
Be among the first to receive your funding once it becomes available in your area.
The goal of this process is to ensure everyone is in line, enabling swift fund acquisition and ensuring recipients are prepared when the funds are distributed to them.
Get in the Cue Here
IMPACT 2024
50 Organizations Revolving $24 Million Dollars through their region, to address specific community challenges Five-year assessment project and national launch
Which of the 12 Challenges is this B2B Vertical Solving?
Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners Fair and Equitable access to Capital, Operational Funding, Scaling, Contracts and Resources.
IMPACT 5024 Details
12 Community Challenges * 12 Working Vertical Segments
$10,000 Business-to-Business Pitch Competition
Developing our Local Business Owner's Presentation Skills and securing funds for startup and scaling.
THE $10,000 PITCH DETAILS
The Pitch Summary
Monday Business Video Podcast Filming
Business-Owners Prayer Hour
Monday Morning Media Mixer
4/6/26
Small Business & Entrepreneurs Industry Network
Local Media Success Team
MEDIA GROUP VERTICAL SEGMENT PARTNERS
1.WBTW Channel 13 Television Station
2.Cumulus Radio
3.Lamar Bilboard Signs
4.Horry Independent Print News
Request Overview
We propose a partnership with your company that Includes:
1.$10,000 Pitch Competition – Headlining Sponsor ($10,000 Valued Advertising Package).
2.Networking Session Segment Presenter: Importance & Strategy of Advertising and How and What to Pitch.
3.Join the Success-Team Vertical of 600 - Exclusive Television Provider.
Benefits Available with your Partnership:
$10,000 Guaranteed Contract 90 Days (50 members pay $100 per month each for your services to the group)
Achieve the acquisition of 50 new commercial accounts monthly, facilitated by the incentive program Impact 5024 and your station serving on the “Success-Team” for the groups of fifty organizations (600 new commercial accounts within six months).
Pool of Communication Students across Horry County to mentor and advise – Workforce Development.
Gain exclusive access to the $10k Pitch event, offering opportunities to network and engage directly with the weekly attendees, professional athletes, and the Pitch Participants (150 attendees per week).
Enhance customer engagement through in-studio promotions or pitch registrations, with guest appearances by professional athletes at your studios.
Increase visibility by featuring your station in our Business Center Kiosks, providing tailored guidance to use your station’s products and services.
30, 60, 90 Day Plan
Goal:
To Onboard 600 Participants by Groups of 50 Mar 26-Mar 27
To educate the Participants on how and what to Pitch.
KPI’s:
Groups of 50 Participants Paid and Scheduled to Pitch.
Pools Drawing from:
Past Clients (non active members) 5,000
Local & National Church Partners
Groups being served through the network programming
Monday Morning Corporate Mixer
Business Financial Literacy & Scaling - Smith Gruppe
Hair Beauty & Fashion
Winning Pitches & Presentations
Minority Business Owners Network
B2B Industry Networking Session Stream & Broadcast
Business Tech Time
Speakers and Panelists
All persons, schools, organizations and industries that makes-up the student athlete's eco system is invited separetly each week to determine each area's specific role in the funding and service process that ensures a lasting funding and services and scaling nationwide. To establish a team and effective work-flow to serve or represent each community, school and sports vertical to ensure funds are effectively serving students.
Small Business Vertical - Eco System
The PC Network will Leverage all spending with all manufacturers, corporations and vendors serving the participating small businesses.
The seven major verticals—retail, manufacturing, technology, healthcare, financial services, education, and energy—represent the largest and most established market segments
A small business owner (SBO) ecosystem vertical is an interconnected network of organizations, services, and conditions designed to support entrepreneurs in launching, managing, and scaling their businesses. This ecosystem thrives on collaboration between various actors to provide necessary resources, ranging from capital to technology, to help businesses adapt to economic challenges.
The PC Success Team Includes the Key components of the small business owner ecosystem vertical:
1. Financial Services and Capital Access
Funding Sources: Banks, credit unions, angel investors, venture capital, and community development financial institutions (CDFIs).
Financial Tools: Specialized loans, grants, and tax incentives.
Financial Literacy: Programs for managing cash flow and financial health.
2. Business Support and Infrastructure
Incubators and Accelerators: Programs that provide mentorship, coaching, and co-working spaces to speed up growth.
Support Organizations: Chambers of commerce, SBDCs (Small Business Development Centers), and professional associations.
Physical/Virtual Spaces: Affordable retail, office, and maker spaces.
Technical Assistance: Advice on business planning, compliance, and legal matters.
3. Technology and Digital Tools
Operating Software: Tools for accounting, CRM (Customer Relationship Management), marketing, and inventory management.
E-commerce Platforms: Solutions for selling online, such as website builders and payment processors.
Infrastructure: High-speed internet and digital, platforms that connect businesses to customers.
4. Human Capital and Education
Workforce Development: Educational institutions and training programs that provide a skilled labor pool.
Mentorship Networks: Experienced advisors helping with business strategy and problem-solving.
5. Government and Regulatory Environment
Policy Support: Local, state, and national policies that provide tax incentives and reduce regulatory burdens.
Regulatory Guidance: Assistance with licensing, permitting, and zoning.
6. Networking and Market Access
Collaboration Hubs: Industry meetups and peer networks that foster business-to-business (B2B) relationships.
Market Access: Platforms for building customer awareness and reaching new customer bases.
A healthy ecosystem also relies on champions and conveners—such as community leaders, media, and mentors—who facilitate connections and advocate for entrepreneurs.
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