Allegiance Industries acquires Mattox Electric Company
May 22, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – Allegiance Industries, Inc., announced that it has acquired Mattox Electric Company, Inc.The merger will better serve the needs of former Mattox customers and existing Allegiance clients by…
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The Need for Business LEADERSHIP to Steer Corporate Cultures toward Morality
May 17, 2016
By Larry Ventimiglio In the wake of recent corporate brand implosions at Volkswagen, General Motors, Takada, and several other multi-national giants, I sit back in amazement wondering “What were…
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New CEO Ken Tamsin joins Southern Community Services’ homeowner association management team
May 16, 2016Southern Community Services (SCS), a homeowner association management firm serving more than 160 communities across the Carolinas, including I’On, Park West and Hamlin Plantation in Charleston, Lake Carolina in Columbia…
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New CEO Ken Tamsin joins Southern Community Services’ homeowner association management team
May 16, 2016
Southern Community Services (SCS), a homeowner association management firm serving more than 160 communities across the Carolinas, including Lake Carolina in Columbia, Park West in Charleston and Foxwood Hills in…
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Business Risks – and How to Avoid Them
May 13, 2016
By Larry Ventimiglio Success in business is a mix of earning acceptable returns and mitigating or avoiding risks. While risks are an inevitable reality in business, properly planning and…
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Business Risks – and How to Avoid Them
May 13, 2016
By Larry Ventimiglio Success in business is a mix of earning acceptable returns and mitigating or avoiding risks. While risks are an inevitable reality in business, properly planning and…
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Melissa Gladden ’99 honored with Charlotte Business Journal’s 2016 Women in Business Achievement Award
May 12, 2016
ROCK HILL, SC – The Charlotte Business Journal has honored Melissa Gladden ’99, South Carolina’s 2015 Small Business Person of the Year, as one of the 25 most influential women…
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SOCO and Spirit Communications form gigabit internet partnership
May 12, 2016
Initiative focused on catalyzing building a new platform to support tech, creative, and digital innovation. Today, a collaborative partnership was announced between Spirit Communications and SOCO, Inc. to provide gigabit…
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Recruiting Solutions launches new website
May 11, 2016Responsive Website Builds Connections Between Employers and Job-Seekers Recruiting Solutions, a South Carolina owned and operated staffing and recruiting agency, recently launched a new responsive website, recruitingsolutionsonline.com. The new site…
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Recruiting Solutions launches new website
May 11, 2016
Responsive Website Builds Connections Between Employers and Job-Seekers Recruiting Solutions, a South Carolina owned and operated staffing and recruiting agency, recently launched a new responsive website, recruitingsolutionsonline.com. The new site…
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National ATM Systems, largest ATM sales firm in South Carolina, sold by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions
May 10, 2016National ATM Systems, an ATM sales and service company based out of Columbia, SC has officially been sold. The transaction was facilitated by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, a middle market…
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National ATM Systems, largest ATM sales firm in South Carolina, sold by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions
May 10, 2016National ATM Systems, an ATM sales and service company based out of Columbia, SC has officially been sold. The transaction was facilitated by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, a middle market…
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Richland Library Executive Director honored for contributions in the field
May 9, 2016
Considered a premier local honor, Richland Library Executive Director Melanie Huggins is the recipient of the F. William Summers Outstanding Alumni Award, presented April 11, 2016 by faculty at the…
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Buyers Lab features Carolina Business Equipment
May 2, 2016Starting out as a traditional copier dealer in 1975, Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) now provides a wider range of devices, as well as software and various managed IT services. As…
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Buyers Lab features Carolina Business Equipment
May 2, 2016
Starting out as a traditional copier dealer in 1975, Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) now provides a wider range of devices, as well as software and various managed IT services. As…
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How to Protect Your Intellectual Property Infographic
April 28, 2016Infographic created by Morningside IP .
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How to Protect Your Intellectual Property Infographic
April 28, 2016Infographic created by Morningside IP .
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S.C. Chamber announces salute to small business awards winners
April 21, 2016
The State Chamber today announced the winners of its annual Salute to Small Business awards. The South Carolina Salute to Small Business is the Palmetto State’s annual National Small Business Week event. Now…
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S.C. Chamber announces salute to small business awards winners
April 21, 2016The State Chamber today announced the winners of its annual Salute to Small Business awards. The South Carolina Salute to Small Business is the Palmetto State’s annual National Small Business Week event. Now…
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Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation announces Business Plan Center
April 18, 2016
The Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation has announced their new Business Plan Center. The Business Plan Center, located in the Oconee Business Center, will be a venue where clients have a…
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Dale Carnegie Training announces a new franchise in South Carolina
April 18, 2016
Herbert L Drayton III and Ingrid Tugwell became the newest franchise owners with Dale Carnegie Training® today. Their territory covers Charleston and Columbia and four counties in Georgia. “We…
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Dale Carnegie Training announces a new franchise in South Carolina
April 18, 2016
Herbert L Drayton III and Ingrid Tugwell became the newest franchise owners with Dale Carnegie Training® today. Their territory covers Charleston and Columbia and four counties in Georgia. “We…
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USC, IBM Extend collaboration; apply cognitive computing for IoT solutions
April 14, 2016
$25 million Joint Center for Applied Innovation Opens Doors in South Carolina’s Innovista Research District The University of South Carolina and IBM today announced a broadening of their collaboration, applying…
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USC, IBM Extend collaboration; apply cognitive computing for IoT solutions
April 14, 2016
$25 million Joint Center for Applied Innovation Opens Doors in South Carolina’s Innovista Research District The University of South Carolina and IBM today announced a broadening of their collaboration, applying…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse named Top 20 wedding venue
April 5, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville has found its way onto the national radar for its downtown charm and growing food scene. Thanks to The Old Cigar Warehouse, Greenville tops another list…
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Minority-owned Company leads successful renovation of Vista restaurant
March 30, 2016
CARBRA Construction and Design, Inc., a minority- and woman-owned general contracting company, recently completed the successful renovation of new Vista establishment, City Bar and Fondue. In addition to CARBRA, three…
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Charleston Area SBDC is named National SBDC of the year
March 29, 2016
The Small Business Administration has named the Charleston Area Small Business Development Center the 2016 National SBDC Center of Excellence and Innovation as announced by SBA administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet. The…
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Local technology player Softdocs plans for aggressive growth in 2016
March 29, 2016
Education-focused enterprise Content Management and Process Automation Solutions Provider expanding with new headquarters and new 2016 hires After another year of significant growth serving the education marketplace, Softdocs, an enterprise…
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Columbia, SC office furniture dealer, McWaters, expands into Charleston
March 29, 2016
McWaters announces that it is strengthening and growing its relationship with Steelcase in the Charleston area. Steelcase chose McWaters to provide resources and support in this rapidly growing area thanks…
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Columbia, SC office furniture dealer, McWaters, expands into Charleston
March 29, 2016
McWaters announces that it is strengthening and growing its relationship with Steelcase in the Charleston area. Steelcase chose McWaters to provide resources and support in this rapidly growing area thanks…
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Ten at The Top hosted The Pique, young leaders evaluating the Upstate on March 7TH
March 8, 2016
Ten at the Top (TATT) will hosted the PIQUE: Young Leaders Elevating the Upstate on March 7th. More than 300 young professionals and executives from across the Upstate participated in…
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World Trade Center Charleston to host International Finance Seminar
February 29, 2016
World Trade Center Charleston (WTCC), a division of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, is hosting an International Finance Seminar in an effort to educate local businesses on how to…
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Life Cycle Engineering announces launch of Life Cycle Talent, a new resource for businesses seeking technical and engineering professionals
February 24, 2016Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) today introduced Life Cycle Talent, a new subsidiary that will support businesses seeking highly specialized technical and engineering talent to help solve complex issues impacting business performance.…
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Columbia Businesswoman honored with 2016 Enterprising Women of the Year Award
February 24, 2016
Enterprising Women magazine has honored Columbia businesswoman, Lasenta Lewis-Ellis, with the 2016 Enterprising Women of the Year Award. The award, in its 14th year, is widely considered one of the…
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Top HOA management industry credentials earned by Southern Community Services
February 16, 2016
Two members of the senior leadership team at Southern Community Services (SCS) have been awarded the highest credential status in the international homeowner association management industry. Larry Ridlehoover, CMCA®, AMS®,…
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Top HOA management industry credentials earned by Southern Community Services
February 15, 2016Two members of the senior leadership team at Southern Community Services (SCS) have been awarded the highest credential status in the international homeowner association management industry. Larry Ridlehoover, CMCA®, AMS®,…
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National Title “Super-alliance” Opens Doors for Business
February 15, 2016Single entry technology portal among differentiators for The 12th Floor Group A dozen national title insurance agencies and settlement services law firms have aligned as a national consortium to be…
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National Title “Super-alliance” Opens Doors for Business
February 15, 2016
Single entry technology portal among differentiators for The 12th Floor Group A dozen national title insurance agencies and settlement services law firms have aligned as a national consortium to be…
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OBO launches Small Business Disaster Recovery Loan Program
February 10, 2016
The City’s Office of Business Opportunities (OBO) is launching the Small Business Disaster Recovery Loan Program. The Small Business Disaster Recovery Loan Program is designed to assist small businesses in…
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Colite and NanoLumens announce strategic partnership
January 26, 2016Colite and NanoLumens announce their partnership to create innovative and exciting signage for customers. As world leader in full-service sign manufacturing, Colite is constantly working to provide the greatest final…
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Colite and NanoLumens announce strategic partnership
January 26, 2016
Colite and NanoLumens announce their partnership to create innovative and exciting signage for customers. As world leader in full-service sign manufacturing, Colite is constantly working to provide the greatest final…
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Terminix Service, Inc. earns esteemed 2015 Angie’s List Super Service Award
January 25, 2016Terminix Service, Inc., a pest management company with nearly 70 years of service in South Carolina, western North Carolina and the CSRA area of eastern Georgia, has earned the service…
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New Hire Scavenger Hunt: A Fun Way to Engage New Hires
January 24, 2016
By Matt Vaadi You spend so much time trying to find that right person. You phone screen, you interview, you interview again, you background check, you call the references,…
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Georgia Dental Association chooses ERG Payroll & HR as endorsed partner
January 24, 2016
GDA and ERG Payroll & HR Partner to Bring Industry Leading HR Tools to GDA Members ERG Payroll & HR and the Georgia Dental Association (GDA) have announced a…
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CWC Chamber offers free business-building seminars
January 15, 2016The Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce is offering three seminars to help members and other business leaders attract and retain more customers in a recovering economy. Chamber President Gregg Pinner…
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CWC Chamber offers free business-building seminars
January 15, 2016
The Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce is offering three seminars to help members and other business leaders attract and retain more customers in a recovering economy. Chamber President Gregg Pinner…
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SC-based Strategic Development Group helps Bridgestone APM choose site for new facility
December 22, 2015
Strategic Development Group (SDG), one of the nation’s leading corporate site selection and economic development consulting firms, has helped Bridgestone APM Company locate and secure a site in Wheatfield, N.Y.…
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AMCOL Systems earns PPMS™ recertification
December 14, 2015
AMCOL Systems, Inc. recently earned its recertification in the Professional Practice Management System™ as accredited by ACA International. PPMS™ is a management system based upon developing, implementing, and adhering to…
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Carolina Business Equipment recognized as a top provider by national publication
December 8, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The national publication, CIO Review, recognizes Columbia, SC-based company, CBE, as one of the top 20 companies in the country for Managed Print Services. In the article,…
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Carolina Business Equipment recognized as a top provider by national publication
December 8, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The national publication, CIO Review, recognizes Columbia, SC-based company, CBE, as one of the top 20 companies in the country for Managed Print Services. In the article,…
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