SOCO Blog
Ep.7 Communal – Rob Harr
Rob is a developer and consultant who found his way into running a web business. He got his start in software architecture and enterprise consulting and throughout his career has tackled issues of security, scalability, and performance. Today, he’s responsible for Sparkbox’s operations and financials, but he’s really in the business of making all of us better. His commitment to innovation and iteration (and his good humor) are present in all that we do.
Ep.6 Communal – Todd Lewis
Todd has been building open source conferences, events and communities for more than 10 years, and working in the technology industry for more than 15. He created and now chairs All Things Open, the largest open source/tech/web event on the East Coast of the U.S. as well as the Open Source 101 event series. In addition, he’s served as an advisor for other influential events around the country you’ve probably heard of.
Here’s How to Manage Your Business Finances, According to a Financial Strategy Expert
Starlitt Miller helps entrepreneurs, freelancers, and micro-business owners manage their money. She’s spent countless hours working with them to help improve their finances. As founder of Start Accounting And Business Solutions (SAABS), she’s an expert in helping...
The Finances of Your Business
Following the April 18th tax filing deadline, we figured it was an ideal time to talk money. We wanted to get our members' input on how they run their business finances and the challenges they face. And at the end, we all walked away with practical lessons we can...
Ep.5 Communal – Tyler Pate, Visual Designer
Tyler is an art director/graphic designer, illustrator, and all-around creative force born in Lakecity, SC. Holding a degree in Visual Design he went the traditional route of working for a creative agency as an Art Director eventually leading to him spreading his wings as a full time single minded force of visual creativity.
1×1 with Brett Edwards
SOCO member Brett Edwards is a freelance photographer and videographer based in Columbia, SC Brett Edwards noticed something about his roommate. “It seemed like he did nothing. And he was making more money than I was,” Edwards said with a laugh. At that...
Slack Session: Women in the Workplace
Our March Slack Session focused on Women's History Month. Specifically, we wanted to hear from the women in the community about their career experiences, the challenges, and the things that inspire them. We started off by asking about the women who inspire our...
SOCO’s Women on Work and What Needs to Change
Our community has many incredible women. They’ve founded companies, run non-profits, have side hustles, and do great work for companies. Meanwhile, they also serve in the community and make SOCO (and Columbia) a better place. So, we wanted to learn what...
Ep.4 Communal – Fireforge Crafted Beer
Located in downtown Greenville, SC, Fireforge Crafted Beer is a locally-owned, small-batch craft brewery, taproom, kitchen and pleasure garden focused on ever-changing beers inspired by the people, places and culinary palates they love.