Events for July 2015
Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce
Jul 11    SLED Certified Concealed Weapon Permit Class.
SLED Certified Concealed Weapon Permit Class. The class will consist, firearms and the law, handgun safety ,nomenclature and inspection, basic fundamentals of handgun shooting, range firing, handgun care and maintenance, home storage, personal security considerations, review and written examination. Fingerprint card processing, firearm range proficiency course fired . The complete package and mail off envelope will be issued at the completion of the class to be sent to SLED
Date: July 11, 2015
Website: http://www.defensivetechnologiestrainingweebly.com
Location: The training will be held at the training facility classroom and range located at, 730 County Line Rd. Cross, S.C.
Contact: Lt. Frank C. Jackson at 843-482-0749 / 843-209-3676 or E-mail us at: nvr2miss@yahoo.com
EMail: nvr2miss@yahoo.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday June 27, 2015. / 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Fees/Admission: The training fee is $75.00. An additional fifty dollar money order is required to be sent to SLED for your 5 year Concealed Weapon Permit. A $25.00 deposit will reserve your slot. Or give us a call.
Jul 14    Small Business Network - Stress Management
Small Business Network - Stress Management

Stress is a normal part of everyday life, and our picture of overall health would not be complete without some consideration of how stress affects our emotional and physical health. This session will focus on how to find a level of stress that is manageable and how to avoid stress beyond that level. Don't miss this opportunity to discuss the basics of good emotional health, how to improve your self-image and become more self-aware, and how your emotional health ties in to your physical health.
 
Featuring Special Guest Speaker: 
Ingrid Tugwell, President & CEO, PST (Productivity, Solutions & Training)
Date: July 14, 2015
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:

Berkeley Electric Cooperative

2 Springhall Drive

Goose Creek, SC 

Contact: 761-8238 or 577-9549
EMail: berkeley@bcoc.com
Date/Time Details:

Tuesday, July 14 

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Fees/Admission: Cost:  Free
Jul 17    FREE IRS TAX WORKSHOP
"This workshop is a public service for those who have small businesses or may be thinking about going into business. The workshop is designed to provide information and instruction about business taxes, tax benefits, and obligations connected with starting a business as well as tax responsibilities for new employers. Other topics to be discussed include tax record keeping and tax filing deadlines. The morning portion of the workshop will cover federal tax requirements. The afternoon session will cover state tax and employment security obligations.
Date: July 17, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://charlestonsbdc.webs.com/workshops
Location: Saint Leo University, 2430 Mall Drive, Suite 185, (South State Bank) Charleston, SC. 29406
Contact: To register for the workshop or to get more information, call 843-740-6160
EMail: Lowme@mailbox.sc.edu
Date/Time Details: July 17th 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Free
Jul 18    Church Security Applications and Theory/Making your House of Worship Safer

“Church Security Applications and Theory/Making your House of Worship Safer”.

This course is designed to develop a viable knowledge in building a Comprehensive Church Security Plan Template. The Precepts of Security Protection Team(s) development for the Officials and the Congregants. Policy and Procedure Development, Security Assessments of Edifice Exterior and Interior.

Course Objectives:

1. Review Ministries in the Midst of Violence, (Statistical Review) from 1999 thru 2015.

2. View a Comprehensive Presentation and Observe Various Assaults on Houses of Worship.

3. Discuss Conclusions Drawn from these Active Shooter / Assault Incidents.

4. Discuss General Precepts of Executive / Dignitary Protection / Security Protection.

5. Discuss The Security Team (Mind Set /Training Roles & Responsibilities / Implementation).

6. Recognizing the Threat / Types of Threats. (KIMs Games).

7. Discuss and Understand Why a House of Worship Overview and Zone Defense is Practical (Assignments).

8.  Discuss Risk Assessments Internal / External, Physical Security (Assignments).

9. The Law of Self Defense, Defense of Others, and Deadly Force in South Carolina.

10. Church Security SOP Template and Organizational Chart. (Free Download to flash drive which can be manipulated to fit your organizational structure).

           Church Security Team / Appendix
Date: July 18, 2015
Location: The training may be held at your Church or another designated location as well as our facility located at:The Defensive Technologies Training Center LLC. Facility Classroom and Range located at, 730 County Line Rd. Cross, S.C. 29436.
Contact: Lt. Frank C. Jackson at 843-482-0749 / 843-934-9220 or E-mail us at: nvr2miss@yahoo.com
EMail: nvr2miss@yahoo.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday July 18, 2015 / Starting at 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. With an hour for lunch.
Fees/Admission: Total package fee is $150.00, which will include all Training Materials, (except flash drive) . A non-refundable $50.00 deposit will be required per person. Deposit may be in the form of a check, or money order. Deposit will be required (5) days before the scheduled training date. MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO "DEFENSIVE WEAPONS TRAINING CENTER LLC. or "DTTC, LLC." 101 Tall Spruce Drive. Moncks Corner S.C. 29461.
Jul 21    Speed Networking
This is an opportunity to have all your business questions answered by professionals.
Date: July 21, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.charlestonsc.score.org
Location: Saint Leo University 2430 Mall Drive, Suite 185 North Charleston, SC 29406
Contact: Ben Helms 843.727.4778
Date/Time Details: 6:00 p.m. ? 8:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Cost: $20.00
Jul 23    SO YOU WANT TO DO BUSINESS WITH THE GOVERNMENT
We have an all-star line-up that will take you through the process step-by-step beginning with registration/certification and ending with proposal to contract. If you have any interest in doing business with the government or have been frustrated in past attempts, this is a workshop you do not want to miss.
Date: July 23, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://charlestonsbdc.webs.com/workshops
Location: Lonnie Hamilton Building 4045 Bridge View Drive North Charleston, SC 29405
Contact: Registration is required. (South Carolina Small Business Development Center of Charleston) Contact 843-740-6160 Or go to http://charlestonsbdc.com/ to register online.
EMail: Lowme@mailbox.sc.edu
Date/Time Details: DATE: July 23rd TIME: 6:00 PM ? 8:00 PM
Fees/Admission: $20.00
Jul 25    SLED Certified Concealed Weapon Permit Class.
SLED Certified Concealed Weapon Permit Class. The class will consist, firearms and the law, handgun safety ,nomenclature and inspection, basic fundamentals of handgun shooting, range firing, handgun care and maintenance, home storage, personal security considerations, review and written examination. Fingerprint card processing, firearm range proficiency course fired. The complete package and mail off envelope will be issued at the completion of the class to be sent to SLED. (You may bring your lunch, snacks and beverages will be available). A firearm of your choice and 50 rounds of ammunition will be required for the course. If you do not have a firearm one may be rented at the range and ammunition may also be obtained.
Date: July 25, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Website: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiPEkUz8JOc
Location: The training will be held at the Defensive Technologies Training Center facility classroom and range located at, 730 County Line Rd. Cross, S.C. 29436
Contact: Lt. Frank C. Jackson at 843-482-0749 / 843-209-3676 / 843-312-0029 or E-mail us at: nvr2miss@yahoo.com
EMail: nvr2miss@yahoo.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday July 25, 2015 / 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Fees/Admission: Total package fee is $ 125.00. A fifty dollar money order will be needed to send SLED for your 5 year CWP, within 15 days after class and $ 75.00 is for the class. A $25.00 deposit will reserve your slot. Or give us a call.
Jul 28 - Jul 29    Googlefest 2015
Googlefest is back. And again this year, it will span two-days: July 28 and 29. Googlefest is a free conference for educators, representatives from nonprofit organizations and small businesses owner/operators. Attendees will receive first-hand knowledge from Google experts, which will allow them to effectively use the full range of Google tools—including Google Apps, Google Drive and much more.
Date: July 28, 2015
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/googlefest-2015-focus-on-education-tickets-17064410110
Location: Trident Technical College
Complex for Economic Development (Building 920)
7000 Rivers Avenue

North Charleston, SC 29406
Contact: https://sites.google.com/site/scgoogfest2015/
EMail: npstrat@gmail.com
Date/Time Details:
Day 1: Focus on Education
Tuesday, July 28, 2015
9am—4pm
Day 2: Small Businesses and Nonprofits
Wednesday, July 29, 2015
9am—4pm