Sports tech startup BANDWAGON receives “Qualified Business” designation

August 11, 2016

BANDWAGON, a sports tech startup headquartered in Greenville, SC, can now add “Qualified Business” designation to its pitch. Signed into law in 2013 by SC Governor Nikki Haley, The High…

Sports tech startup BANDWAGON receives “Qualified Business” designation

August 11, 2016

BANDWAGON, a sports tech startup headquartered in Greenville, SC, can now add “Qualified Business” designation to its pitch. Signed into law in 2013 by SC Governor Nikki Haley, The High…

2Q16: Charleston named “Best City In The World,” retail a large factor

August 11, 2016

Tourism, job creation and sizzling residential growth continue to drive development and strengthen the region’s already booming retail market. Travel + Leisure magazine recently recognized Charleston as 2016’s “Best City…

Rosen Hagood attorney elected President of South Carolina Association for Justice

August 11, 2016

CHARLESTON, S.C. – Rosen Hagood announced that Alex Cash was elected as the 2016-2017 President of the South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ) at its annual convention on August 4,…

S.C. State Guard honored by U.S. Congress in June

August 11, 2016

The S.C. State Guard received laudatory recognition by U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson addressing the U.S. House of Representatives, June 9, 2016, the third annual commemoration of “South Carolina State Guard…

The Brandon Agency earns accreditation as the only Certified Brand Strategy Agency in South Carolina

August 10, 2016

The Brandon Agency, one of the largest independently owned advertising agencies in the Carolinas, has received accreditation as the only Certified Brand Strategist in South Carolina and one of only…

S.C. State Guard honored by U.S. Congress in June

August 10, 2016

The S.C. State Guard received laudatory recognition by U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson addressing the U.S. House of Representatives, June 9, 2016, the third annual commemoration of “South Carolina State Guard…

Orangutan species survival program prompts changes for Greenville Zoo

August 10, 2016

Greenville Zoo administrator Jeff Bullock announced today that Mia and Chelsea, the zoo’s Bornean orangutans, are scheduled to be transferred to other zoos at the end of the month as…

Applications now being accepted for Citizens Fire Academy

August 10, 2016

The Greenville City Fire Department (GCFD) is now accepting applications for its annual Citizens Fire Academy. This will be the fourth year of GCFD’s free seven-week program, which is open…

First Reliance makes partial redemption of TARP Preferred

August 10, 2016

FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: FSRL), the holding company (the “Company”) for First Reliance Bank (the “Bank”), announces that it redeemed the final 4,349 shares of its…

First Reliance makes partial redemption of TARP Preferred

August 10, 2016

FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: FSRL), the holding company (the “Company”) for First Reliance Bank (the “Bank”), announces that it redeemed the final 4,349 shares of its…

2016 ‘Land Trust Day’ at Mast General Store raises record funds for Upstate Forever

August 10, 2016

Greenville’s Mast General Store has donated $7,815 to support Upstate Forever’s land protection efforts – more than in any previous year. Since 2003, the store has partnered with the Greenville-based…

Critical need for canned goods at Harvest Hope Food Bank

August 10, 2016

Harvest Hope Food Bank is in critical need of canned food donations or financial donations which can be used to buy canned goods.  Denise Holland, CEO of Harvest Hope Food…

SCC celebrates the expansion of Center for Business and Entrepreneurial Development and arrival Brose North America, Inc

August 10, 2016

Today was a special day in the history of Spartanburg Community College as College officials, along with local and state officials, gathered at SCC’s Tyger River Campus in Duncan to…

United Community Banks, Inc. appoints two new board members, David Shaver and David Wilkins

August 10, 2016

United Community Banks, Inc. (Nasdaq:UCBI) (“United”) announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed David C. Shaver, founder and CEO of Cost Segregation Advisors, LLC, and David H. Wilkins,…

Midlands Technical College begins work on Veteran Center

August 10, 2016

Midlands Technical College (MTC) has begun work to create an area exclusively for veterans on its Beltline Campus near Fort Jackson.  The college was awarded $8,570 as part of a…

Elliott Davis Decosimo recognized for a decade as a Best Places to Work in S.C.

August 10, 2016

Elliott Davis Decosimo is recognized for the 10th year as a Best Place to Work in South Carolina, a long standing achievement demonstrating the firm’s commitment to making a positive…

Elliott Davis Decosimo recognized for a decade as a Best Places to Work in S.C.

August 10, 2016

Elliott Davis Decosimo is recognized for the 10th year as a Best Place to Work in South Carolina, a long standing achievement demonstrating the firm’s commitment to making a positive…

Richland Library offers life skills course at Alvin S. Glenn

August 10, 2016

Impacting the lives of more than 50 male detainees, Richland Library has partnered with the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center since January 2016 to provide Self Sufficiency 101. The six-week…

South Carolina Association of Health underwriters elects new leadership

August 10, 2016

The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) announces its 2016-2017 Officers, Board of Directors and Chapter Representatives. Eric Wells, Southeastern Insurance Consultants, LLC (Columbia) was elected president; Frank McGill, BlueChoice HealthPlan…

A Big Night of Baseball with the Columbia Fireflies was a grand slam for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia

August 10, 2016

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia hosted their first annual summer fundraiser, A Big Night of Baseball with the Columbia Fireflies, on July 29th at Spirit Communications Park.  Volunteers,…

Critical need for canned goods at Harvest Hope Food Bank

August 10, 2016

Harvest Hope Food Bank is in critical need of canned food donations or financial donations which can be used to buy canned goods.  Denise Holland, CEO of Harvest Hope Food…

2016 Business Week Scholarship award winners announced

August 10, 2016

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the winners of its annual college scholarships during this year’s South Carolina Business Week, July 24-29, 2016. Each year, Business…

2016 Business Week Scholarship award winners announced

August 10, 2016

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the winners of its annual college scholarships during this year’s South Carolina Business Week, July 24-29, 2016. Each year, Business…

Prysmian Group makes Prescott investment 

August 10, 2016

LEXINGTON, SC –  Prysmian Group, an energy and telecom cable systems company with North American headquarters in Lexington, S.C., recently made an investment that will help increase capacity at its…

Prysmian Group makes Prescott investment 

August 10, 2016

LEXINGTON, SC –  Prysmian Group, an energy and telecom cable systems company with North American headquarters in Lexington, S.C., recently made an investment that will help increase capacity at its…

S.C. State Guard to conduct “capability exercise”

August 10, 2016

Legislators, business leaders, and participant-families invited to training-recruiting event COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. State Guard’s 1st Brigade will conduct a capability exercise (CAPEX) at the National Guard Armory in…

Doctors Care opens newest urgent care location

August 10, 2016

MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Columbia based Doctors Care P.A., South Carolina’s largest urgent care company, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest urgent and family care center in Myrtle…

ReWa receives Certificates of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

August 10, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has been awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the Comprehensive and…

Rebuild Upstate hires Assistant Director

August 10, 2016

GREENVILLE, SC – Rebuild Upstate has added Dayle Stewart as the nonprofit’s assistant director. A graduate of Furman University, Stewart began her work in the nonprofit sector at United Way…

South Carolina State Fair announces 2016 Pepsi Grandstand Concert Lineup

August 10, 2016

Country music great Alabama, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Lynyrd Skynyrd, and pop diva Rachel Platten are among the headliners for the 2016 South Carolina State Fair’s Pepsi Grandstand…

Sagacious Partners expands EOS practice in South Carolina

August 10, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia-based Sagacious Partners has expanded its executive coaching practices to include EOS® (The Entrepreneurial Operating System®) Implementation services. Neil McLean, CEO and Managing Partner of Sagacious Partners,…

Sagacious Partners expands EOS practice in South Carolina

August 10, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia-based Sagacious Partners has expanded its executive coaching practices to include EOS® (The Entrepreneurial Operating System®) Implementation services. Neil McLean, CEO and Managing Partner of Sagacious Partners,…

EDTS earns honors on 2016 Fast Growth 150 List, named to Apple Consultants Network

August 10, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – EDTS has been named to The Channel Company’s 2016 CRN® Fast Growth 150 list, naming EDTS to the honorees for the fourth consecutive year. Concurrently, Apple has…

South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters elects new leadership

August 10, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) announces its 2016-2017 Officers, Board of Directors and Chapter Representatives. Eric Wells, Southeastern Insurance Consultants, LLC (Columbia) was elected…

South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters elects new leadership

August 10, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) announces its 2016-2017 Officers, Board of Directors and Chapter Representatives. Eric Wells, Southeastern Insurance Consultants, LLC (Columbia) was elected…

SCE&G places last of six super modules for V.C. Summer Unit 2

August 10, 2016

CAYCE, SC – In July and August 2016, South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G), principal subsidiary of SCANA Corporation (NYSE:SCG), achieved two construction milestones by placing the final two super…

Cason Development Group announces new project for Gateway Supply Co.

August 10, 2016

Cason Development Group announces the development of a new Lexington showroom and warehouse for plumbing and HVAC supply wholesaler Gateway Supply Co. The 12,000-square-foot building is under construction on a…

Odyssey Online Learning announces rebranding efforts and name change

August 10, 2016

Formally known as Provost Academy, Odyssey Online Learning embraces change Provost Academy is proud to announce that the school will change its name to Odyssey Online Learning, a tuition-free online…

Rhythmlink again named among top 25 Best Places to Work

August 10, 2016

For the fifth consecutive year Rhythmlink has been awarded a spot on the “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” list, placing #13 in the Small/Medium Employer category. The list,…

Phillips Staffing names Brooke Ferguson as Director of Business Development

August 10, 2016

Surging demand for top talent and human capital solutions by manufacturing and logistics organizations across the Southeast has led Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and…

Bravo1 Protection to host job fair this month

August 10, 2016

Looking for part time event and security work? Then Bravo1 Protection is looking for you. Bravo1 Protection is a private security company that focuses on providing hospitality-driven, exceptional security services…

Jackson named Agency of Record for The Harlem Globetrotters 2017 World Tour

August 10, 2016

Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has been selected by the Harlem Globetrotters® as Agency of Record to develop creative elements…

Virginia Hayes accepted to Leadership Greenville

August 10, 2016

Virginia Hayes, Realtor, was recently accepted into the Greenville Chamber’s 43rd Leadership Greenville Class. Selected through an application process, Leadership Greenville is the Chamber’s premier leadership development track. This 10-month…

NAI Avant consummates land sale in West Columbia

August 10, 2016

NAI Avant senior brokers Nick Stomski, SIOR, Roger Winn, SIOR and Robert King recently facilitated the ±1.06 acre land sale at 3105 Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia, SC. Stomski and…

Recruiting Solutions named 4th Best Place to Work in South Carolina

August 10, 2016

Recruiting Solutions, a South Carolina owned staffing and recruiting company, was announced as #4 on the list of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina in the Small/Medium Employer…

Camden Community Theatre to hold season kick-off at the FAC

August 10, 2016

The Camden Community Theatre, an affiliate group of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County, will hold a Season Kick-Off along with some improv and other theatre style games in…

Ogletree Deakins forms Zika Rapid Response team

August 10, 2016

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, has formed a Zika Rapid Response Team to counsel employers…

New video shorts from EngenuitySC show how Lower Richland schools are surpassing expectations

August 10, 2016

As Midlands children head back to classrooms for the 2016-17 school year, local economic development nonprofit EngenuitySC has released three video shorts to help tell the stories of high-performing schools…

McNair’s Andrew Saleeby accepted to Leadership Columbia Class of 2017

August 10, 2016

McNair Law Firm announced attorney Andrew W. Saleeby has been selected as a member of the Leadership Columbia Class of 2017. Founded by the Columbia Chamber, Leadership Columbia aims to…