SBA offers disaster assistance to businesses and residents of South Carolina effected by severe storms and tornadoes
April 13, 2020
South Carolina businesses and residents affected by severe storms and tornadoes on Feb. 6 – 7, 2020 can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Administrator…
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Countybank supports small businesses and communities during COVID-19
April 8, 2020
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the focus has been on supporting small businesses that are suffering an unexpected negative financial impact. With a mission to serve its clients and communities, Countybank…
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US SBA Paycheck Protection Program Information
April 1, 2020
The U.S. Department of Treasury has released more information on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up…
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ERG Payroll & HR announces Olivia Hucks as new Payroll Assistant
April 1, 2020
Welcome Olivia Hucks, Payroll Assistant at ERG Payroll & HR in Columbia, South Carolina Olivia Hucks has joined ERG Payroll & HR as the Payroll Assistant. Hucks will be assisting…
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Aging and Eldercare – What’s Your Plan?
March 27, 2020
By Molly Thomas FPQP® at Abacus Planning Group Benjamin Franklin wisely said, “When you fail to plan you are planning to fail”. Many of us and most of our parents…
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McDonnell and Associates PA proudly introduces “McDonnell Sonic Signings”
March 26, 2020
McDonnell and Associates has proudly introduced the implementation of “McDonnell’s Sonic Signings”, providing a “drive thru” closing experience and safe alternative to in-office closings for the borrower, the attorney, and…
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Carranza implements automatic deferment on existing SBA disaster loans through end of 2020
March 23, 2020
Today, U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza announced changes to help borrowers still paying back SBA loans from previous disasters. By making this change, deferments through December 31, 2020, will be…
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SC 16352 – SBA offers disaster assistance to South Carolina small businesses economically impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
March 20, 2020
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to South Carolina small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator…
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Flock and Rally celebrates two ADDY Awards for S.C. State Fair ad campaign
March 11, 2020
Flock and Rally, a women-owned integrated communications and marketing firm based in Columbia, South Carolina, has earned two 2020 ADDY Awards for its advertising and creative work for the 2019…
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Local entrepreneur to discuss why women need to take a seat at the table
March 6, 2020
Richland Library’s former Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR), Lasenta Lewis-Ellis, plans to address Why Women Need to Take a Seat at the Table from 6 – 8 p.m., Monday, March 9 at our…
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A Conversation with Tom McNally and Miranda Bennett, Thomas Cooper Library Renovation
March 4, 2020
In mid January, the University of South Carolina students unveiled an innovative study and collaborative workspace on Level 4 of the Thomas Cooper Library at the University of South Carolina.…
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Luck Companies donates $15,000 to North Central High School to help rebuild following tornado damage
March 4, 2020
Luck Companies presented a $15,000 check today to North Central High School to help rebuild the school following the storm damage caused from a tornado back in January. The tornado…
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Celebration of ‘SBDC Day’ set for March 18, 2020
March 4, 2020
Businesses have always celebrated ribbon cuttings, grand openings and company anniversaries, and for the fourth year they’ll be able to celebrate the organization that helps them turn their dreams into…
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ScanSource announces agreement with Honeywell to distribute commercial security products
February 25, 2020
Provides partners access to an even broader base of physical security and access control products and solutions GREENVILLE, SC – ScanSource, Inc., a leading provider of technology products and solutions,…
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Squeaky Klean Commercial Cleaning LLC
February 8, 2020
Squeaky Klean LLC is a minority & veteran owned and operated commercial cleaning company headquartered in NE Columbia, South Carolina. Our cleaning services are customized to the needs of the…
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United Way’s Small Business Alliance hosts Driving Down Main: Part Deux Top Golf Swing Suite Charity Tournament
February 6, 2020
United Way of the Midlands’ Small Business Alliance (SBA) will host its annual Driving Down Main Topgolf Swing Suite Tournament at The Main Course on February 10-11, 2020. “We are…
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ScanSource announces second quarter results
February 5, 2020
GREENVILLE, SC -ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading provider of technology products and solutions, announced financial results for the second quarter ended December 31, 2019. – from BUSINESS WIRE …
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Brainstorm budding businesses with Richland Library’s new EiR
February 4, 2020
Taking the leap into business ownership can be an intimidating endeavor. Richland Library wants you to be prepared for all the rewards and challenges that go along with making that…
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PCT LTD executes term sheet for debt financing
February 3, 2020LITTLE RIVER, SC – PCT LTD announced it has executed a term sheet for a USD $500,000 convertible note which, if fully realized, would provide funding for PCTL to redeem…
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ERG Payroll & HR
January 31, 2020
ERG was established to help local small businesses as well as giving back to our community. Our HR Guides are here to help business owners become an HR Hero. We…
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ERG Payroll & HR announces Jason Gullett as new Operations Coordinator
January 31, 2020
Jason Gullett has joined ERG Payroll & HR as the Operations Coordinator. Gullett will be assisting with the different day-to-day operations for each department, facilitating both internal and client projects…
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UofSC unveils innovative ‘library of the future’
January 23, 2020
This week, the University of South Carolina students unveiled an innovative study and collaborative workspace on Level 4 of the Thomas Cooper Library — the long-standing favorite place to study…
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Best Ways to Work toward a New Career in the New Year
January 2, 2020
As we wave goodbye to 2019 and welcome in 2020, many people have thought of New Year’s resolutions to improve or reinvigorate their lives. If one of those goals includes…
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Greg Hilton, SOCO 80808
December 5, 2019
SOCO is a platform and coworking community for creators, indie workers and entrepreneurs. They opened their new Vista location, SOCO 80808, on November 20. At just under 11,000 square feet,…
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Have you planned your exit strategy?
December 2, 2019
By Jerry Bellune This time of year many of us have much to be thankful for. And those of us who have been at it many years are starting…
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United Way of the Midlands hosts panel discussion on managing end-of-year finances for December 4 Leadership Learning Lab event
November 27, 2019
United Way of the Midlands’ Leadership Learning Lab series (3LS) will host a panel discussion on Wednesday, December 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. called Finances Life Hack: QuickBooks…
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Tom George joins the SC SBDC network as Winthrop Region Director
November 25, 2019
The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), the state’s premier provider of business assistance to small business owners and entrepreneurs, announced that Tom George has joined the SC…
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1×1 Design associate Yarely Martinez joins Columbia AIA Board of Directors
November 19, 2019
The team at 1×1 Design announced that Yarely Martinez has joined the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Columbia Board of Directors. Martinez, Associate AIA, is the fourth 1×1 Design staff…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association launches Labor Law Compliance Help Desk
November 12, 2019
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) launched their Labor Law Compliance Help Desk with assistance from national employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. The help desk provides quick…
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McWaters Columbia
November 11, 2019
McWaters provides a comprehensive range of products including office furniture, interior architectural elements, technology and audio-visual solutions and commercial flooring. Over the years McWaters has kept up with trends and…
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Modern Exterminating Company
November 6, 2019
Anna Fender of 1×1 Design elected to Leadership Columbia Advisory Board
November 5, 2019
This is the fourth year Fender has been selected to counsel in the development program The 1×1 Design team congratulates Anna Fender, IIDA, LEED AP, for continuing her service on…
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UofSC Law Cybersecurity webinar to focus on fighting cybercrime – Oct. 29
October 24, 2019
Coinciding with Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the University of South Carolina School of Law is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 12:30 – 2 p.m., featuring federal law enforcement…
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Leadership Lexington raises over $75,000 to build local veterans a pavilion
October 23, 2019
With the help of our community, the 2019 class of Leadership Lexington County is celebrating raising over $75,000 through sponsorships, in-kind donations and brick sales, to build a pavilion for…
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New Project to increase the number of women on state boards and commissions to be announced
October 21, 2019
The Gubernatorial Appointments Project (SC GAP), which aims to increase the number of women serving on boards and commissions throughout South Carolina, will be announced by Gov. Henry McMaster and…
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1×1 Design congratulates “Flip and Give” team on AIA SC award
October 18, 2019Architecture firm 1×1 Design was architect of record for The Moore Company’s Flip & Give vision The team at 1×1 Design congratulates Graeme Moore and Justin Drafts of The Moore…
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Terminix named one of the best places to work in South Carolina
October 16, 2019
Terminix Service, Inc., the largest pest control company in the Palmetto State, has been named one of the Best Places To Work in South Carolina for the sixth year in a row…
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New event space opening in the Vista in former Jillian’s
September 27, 2019
Junction 800 to be 16,000 Feet of Flexible Space for Events The Arnold Companies announced today the opening of Junction 800, a multi-purpose event venue in the former Jillian’s space.…
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Bernita Platt named SC SBDC State Star for her contributions to the economic development of South Carolina
September 16, 2019
The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), the state’s premier provider of business assistance to entrepreneurs and small business owners, announced that Myrtle Beach Area business consultant Bernita…
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Riggs Partners announces 2019 CreateAthon clients
September 16, 2019
Eight South Carolina nonprofit organizations will be the beneficiaries of pro bono marketing and communication services provided by Riggs Partners during its 22nd annual CreateAthon®. The 24-hour marketing marathon will…
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Wade Pfau, renowned retirement income expert, to speak at the FPA of South Carolina annual symposium
September 6, 2019
The Financial Planning Association of South Carolina announced today that Wade Pfau, Ph.D., CFP, will speak at their annual symposium and sponsor expo being held on Thursday, October 10 and…
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1×1 Design’s Asheley Scott St. John recognized as a 2019 Woman of Influence
September 3, 2019
The team at 1×1 Design announced that Asheley Scott St. John, the architecture firm’s president and owner, has been honored among Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2019 Women of Influence. St.…
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Growth Hack speakers needed
August 28, 2019
Fourth Annual Growth Summit hosted by ERG Payroll & HR ERG Payroll & HR has announced the Fourth Annual Growth Summit, which is taking place on October 4th. The Growth…
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Terminix, Columbia College partner to provide 30,000 meals to students
August 26, 2019
Students in Richland County returned to school last week and Terminix Service, Inc. is doing its part to eliminate a pest that plagues far too many local students, hunger. Terminix…
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3D Systems names finance leader Todd A. Booth as new CFO
August 19, 2019
3D Systems announced that finance leader Todd A. Booth will join the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective September 3. He will report to President and CEO Vyomesh Joshi and…
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Terry Gunn named market CEO of Providence Health and KershawHealth
August 19, 2019
Providence Health announced that Terry Gunn has been named market chief executive officer (CEO) of Providence Health and KershawHealth, effective immediately. Both facilities are part of LifePoint Health and are…
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Interview with representatives from Belk during Midlands Hiring Event
August 5, 2019
WHAT: Belk Hiring Event WHEN: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Tuesday, August 6 WHERE: Richland Library Main 1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201 WHO: Free and open to the public…
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Master how to turn your creative talents into a sustainable business
July 26, 2019
It’s an opportunity for local residents to take their creative talents and grow them into a sustainable business. Richland Library is launching a series of five Creative Entrepreneurship Master Classes,…
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McWaters honored as one of CIOReview’s 10 Most Promising Audiovisual Companies of 2019
July 17, 2019
Connecting People, Furniture, and Technology “Space is no longer just about a chair or table. It’s more than that. Space can enliven, enrich, and optimize an experience,” begins William Gresham,…
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High Wire Distilling Co. expanding operations in Charleston County
July 1, 2019
Expansion Creating 45 Jobs High Wire Distilling Co., a producer of premium, handcrafted small batch spirits with an agricultural focus, today announced plans to expand its operations in Charleston County.…
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