Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber to host JobsNow 2026, a regional workforce event
March 19, 2026
JobsNow 2026 will bring together more than 60 employers, students, and professionals at the Culinary Institute of the South
The Hilton Head Island–Bluffton Chamber of Commerce – in partnership with the University of South Carolina Beaufort and the Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL) – will host Lowcountry JobsNow 2026 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on March 26 at TCL’s Culinary Institute of the South in Bluffton. The event is made possible through a grant from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Additional details are available at www.LowcountryJobsNow.org. Media is invited to cover the event; please advise Hallie Martin ([email protected]) if you plan to come.
The regional workforce event is designed to strengthen connections between employers and job seekers by bringing together students, professionals exploring career changes, and encore workers who want to remain active in the workforce.
The event features more than 60 Lowcountry businesses representing some of the region’s largest employers and a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, healthcare, education, manufacturing, and professional services. Local colleges – the University of South Carolina Beaufort, TCL, the Savannah College of Art & Design, and Savannah State University – will also be represented to present to local students.
“Workforce availability continues to be one of the most consistent needs we hear from our more than 1,300 chamber members,” said Bill Miles, President and CEO of the Hilton Head Island–Bluffton Chamber of Commerce. “JobsNow 2026 is about creating meaningful connections between local employers and the talented people who want to live, work, and study in this community.”
JobsNow 2026 is designed to be more than a traditional job fair. In addition to direct employer recruitment, the day will feature a variety of professional development opportunities and interactive experiences for attendees. Highlights include:
- Welcome remarks by Dr. Tim Naddy, Vice President of Finance for the Savannah Bananas
- Workshops for employers, attendees, and students covering topics such as résumé development, interview preparation, artificial intelligence in the workplace, and career transitions
- Students can enter into a drawing for one of five $1,000 scholarships
- A special appearance and lunch session for students with Orchid Paulmeier, owner and chef at One Hot Mama’s and Food Network star
- Heritage Academy’s barnyard animals, goats Winston and Finely
- Heritage Academy’s flight simulator, offering test drives
- Information on training programs, certifications, and degree pathways available through regional education partners
Additional details are available at www.LowcountryJobsNow.org.
About The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce
Representing over 1,350 member businesses, the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce serves as the collective voice for the business and tourism community, driving economic prosperity and enhancing the quality of life in the Lowcountry.
For over 65 years, the chamber has been integral to making Hilton Head Island and Bluffton exceptional places to live, work, and thrive. The chamber is a three-time National Chamber of the Year Award winner and holds 5-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a distinction achieved by less than 1.5% of chambers nationwide.
As the Designated Marketing Organization (DMO) for Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and Southern Beaufort County, the chamber has earned accreditation from Destinations International, reflecting global excellence across 16 key disciplines.
