On Saturday, July 16, the community is invited to attend the 2016 Business Builder Certification Program Commencement Ceremony and Reception. Graduates of the program will present their business plans at the commencement ceremony. The ceremony and reception following will take place at the Butler Community Center located at 1103 South Sixth Street in Hartsville.

The Business Builder Program, funded by the Byerly Foundation, features the Business Builder Certification class, which teaches business basics, as well as about the Business Builder Opportunity Loan Fund. Completion of the certification program will give applicants the opportunity to apply for a low-interest loan of up to $10,0000.

Those interested in finding out more about the program for the next cycle and the event should contact Mary Catherine Farrell at 843.383.3015 ext. 2010 or mary.farrell@hartsvillesc.gov.