Midlands Technical College and Clemson University sign new architecture agreement
February 1, 2023
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that each year there are 9,100 openings for architects across the country. For South Carolina, data analysts expect job growth rate to…
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The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group named to Forbes Magazine’s Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
January 30, 2023Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) announced that The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group based in Columbia, SC has been named to Forbes Magazine’s 2023 list of America’s Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams.…
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New Online Course & Community brings digital content success skills to more professionals and teams
January 25, 2023
Digital content success coaching firm Words First recently launched a one-of-a-kind course and community membership to help teams and professionals learn more human, intentional, and effective content practices for their…
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41 Midlands leaders selected to become Riley Fellows
January 25, 2023
Forty-one leaders from across the Midlands will have new tools and perspectives to leverage diversity to improve organizational outcomes and drive social and economic progress in South Carolina, gained through…
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Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) expands again
January 24, 2023CBE President and Owner, John Eckstrom with Mark Myers from Sharp Electronics and Representative Jay Kilmartin On Monday, January 23, Carolina Business Equipment (CBE) hosted a ribbon cutting for the…
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Lima One Capital releases 2023 Housing Outlook Report
January 12, 2023
The nation’s premier lender for real estate investors has launched its annual housing market outlook report predicting favorable growth and opportunity for those looking to expand their investments in 2023.…
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Andrea Snelgrove of Wingard’s Market selected as one of Lexington County Chronicle’s Top 20 Professionals under 40
January 9, 2023
Wingard’s Market is excited to announce the selection of Andrea Snelgrove, Wingard’s Market Gift Shop and Merchandising Manager, for the Lexington County Chronicle’s 2023 Top 20 professionals under 40. Snelgrove…
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Upstate South Carolina businesses turn to Rainbow Restoration for help dealing with frozen pipe damage
January 5, 2023
A historic extratropical cyclone that occurred in late December 2022 led to winter storm conditions (e.g., blizzards, high winds, snowfall, or record cold temperatures) being experienced across much of the…
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David Barnes promoted to Vice President at Comporium
January 4, 2023
ROCK HILL, SC – Comporium has announced that David Barnes has been promoted to Vice President of Production Resources, Innovation and Technical Training effective December 12, 2022. In this role,…
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MOR Coordinator
January 4, 2023
The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (Authority) serves as the Project- Based Section 8 Contract Administrator on behalf of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development…
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Compucom names Kevin Shank Chief Executive Officer
December 12, 2022
Shank returns to lead company after previous stint in senior leadership FORT MILL, SC – Compucom, a leading managed IT services provider, announced Kevin Shank as its new Chief Executive…
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Sunbelt Business Brokers of the Carolinas announces sale of Midlands plumbing company
December 12, 2022
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading mergers and acquisitions adviser for privately held businesses, announces the sale of Fisher Solutions Inc. dba Dr. Rooter, a South Carolina corporation to Sims HoldCo…
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AIA honors Cayce Mayor, Elise Partin, with 2022 Presidential Citation Award
November 30, 2022The Columbia Chapter of The American Institute of Architects honors Cayce Mayor, Elise Partin, with the 2022 Presidential Citation Award. This award is in recognition of exceptional service and professional…
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Willis HR announces merger with JER HR Group
November 28, 2022
JER HR Group and Willis HR jointly announce JER HR Group’s acquisition of Willis HR in a private transaction. Willis HR is a leading HR consulting firm servicing clients in…
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The SC SBDC encourages you to “Shop Small” on Small Business – Nov 26
November 7, 2022
Support South Carolina’s Locally-Owned Small Businesses Shoppers, business owners and civic leaders come together to support small businesses and the communities they help to thrive The South Carolina Small Business…
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Gas and Supply celebrates ribbon cutting in new location in Cayce
October 31, 2022
Hill Construction joined the owners of Gas and Supply with a ribbon- cutting ceremony performed by the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber & Visitors Program to celebrate the store’s grand opening…
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Magnate Worldwide acquires Columbia, SC-based Atlantic-Pacific Express
October 27, 2022
Magnate Worldwide announced the acquisition of Atlantic-Pacific Express, a leading mission-critical logistics service provider, based in Columbia, South Carolina. Atlantic-Pacific Express is a strategic acquisition, augmenting our organic growth, adding…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Dean Schuster, truematter
October 20, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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No more Mr. “Mice” Guy: Terminix promotes public knowledge on possible infestations during Terminix Rodent Awareness Week
October 17, 2022
According to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), October 16-23, 2022 is Rodent Awareness Week, an annual acknowledgment to boost greater awareness of the threats that rodents pose to property…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Matt Vaadi, guHRoo
October 13, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Melissa Weathers joins 1000 Feathers
October 6, 2022
1000 Feathers, LLC, a consulting firm based in Columbia, SC focused on the transformation of systems, communities, and organizations across the country, has recently added Melissa Weathers to its team as director…
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Experienced litigator joins Richardson Thomas
October 5, 2022
Amy L.B. Hill, a highly experienced attorney who’s practiced for more than 20 years in South Carolina, has joined Richardson Thomas. She will work in the firm’s Columbia office. Hill’s…
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Sunbelt Business Brokers of the Carolinas announces sale of American Chillers and Cooling Tower Systems
October 3, 2022
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading mergers and acquisitions adviser for privately held businesses, announces the sale of American Chillers and Cooling Tower Systems, Inc. based in West Columbia, South Carolina…
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NP Strategy expands presence in the Carolinas
September 28, 2022
NP Strategy (NPS+), a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, welcomes Denada Jackson to the growing team. Jackson, an award winning public relations expert with established…
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The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) hires Jeremy Johnson as Community Navigator Business Consultant to assist marginalized small businesses
September 27, 2022
The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), the state’s premier provider of business assistance to small business owners and entrepreneurs, announced the hiring of Community Navigator Business Consultant…
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New owner acquires Advantage Services
September 26, 2022
Sunbelt Business Brokers announces the sale of Advantage Services, a commercial janitorial company in Columbia, South Carolina, to Jodi Ballington of Busy Bee’s Cleaning Solutions, LLC. The acquisition closed on…
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DDI Technology announces opening of corporate office expansion in Irmo, SC
September 22, 2022
DDI Technology,a leading electronic lien and title technology firm and a subsidiary of IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, announces the grand…
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Richland County Recreation Commission announces Tennis Center grand reopening
September 21, 2022
The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) announces the RCRC Tennis Center Grand Re-Opening on Tuesday, September 27 at 10:00 AM at the Richland County Tennis Center, located at 7500 Parklane…
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David Yezbak honored with Excellence Award
September 21, 2022
The Carolinas-Virginia Business Brokers Association (CVBBA), a non-profit corporation created to unite those engaged in the sale of business opportunities in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia, announced top honors…
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Charleston & Foothills Amish Furniture select Brandon as agency of record
September 20, 2022
Charleston Amish Furniture and Foothills Amish Furniture, the largest Amish furniture retailer in South Carolina, has named Brandon as its agency of record. The data-driven agency will lead the company’s…
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Over two dozen Midlands residents selected for Leadership SC Class of 2023
September 19, 2022Over two dozen Midlands residents have been selected for the Class of 2023 of Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most-respected leadership development organization. Each year some 50 participants…
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Daniel Fowler joins professional recruiting firm Forge Search as recruiter
September 15, 2022
Daniel Fowler has joined Greenville-based Forge Search + Consulting as a recruiter after a four-year stint with Furman University as men’s basketball Director of Recruiting and Special Assistant to the…
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IntelliSystems launches $10,000 “Extreme Telephone Makeover” contest
September 14, 2022
IntelliSystems CEO Kevin Wade announced the official launch of the 2022 IntelliSystems EXTREME PHONE MAKEOVER contest, beginning September 16th and ending October 28th. Representatives from businesses and professional practices with…
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Garvin Design Group’s Liza Brockman joins Leadership Columbia Class of 2023
September 12, 2022
Garvin Design Group Interior Designer Liza Brockman has been named to the Leadership Columbia class of 2023. She joins a cohort of 61 emerging community leaders participating in the Columbia…
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Pendleton Street Business Advisors names Serena Concepcion-Martinez as Associate Advisor
September 8, 2022
Pendleton Street Business Advisors announced that Serena Concepcion-Martinez has been promoted to Associate Advisor with the firm. Concepcion-Martinez first joined Pendleton Street Business Advisors as Client Service Associate in 2018…
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SMITH | ROBINSON welcomes attorney Fred Hanna
September 6, 2022
Hanna Expands Appellate Litigation Team SMITH | ROBINSON is pleased to announce Fred Hanna has joined the law firm as an Associate Attorney and will focus his practice on complex…
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Sustain SC hires Chief Operating Officer
September 6, 2022
Brent Jonas joins as organization’s first COO Sustain SC is pleased to welcome its first ever Chief Operating Officer to the organization. Brent Jonas will take on the new position…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Meghan Hickman, Sagacious Partners
August 31, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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MPA Strategies Director of Development, Adrienne Patrick, secures federal grant for the City of Westminster
August 29, 2022
Adrienne Patrick, Director of Development at MPA Strategies, recently secured a grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to develop a Downtown Master Plan for the City of Westminster. The…
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MAU, Inc. acquires Doozer Software’s project services and staffing division
August 15, 2022
MAU, Inc. has acquired Doozer Software’s project services and staffing division, strengthening MAU’s capabilities by adding the Birmingham-based company’s expertise in software development. Doozer will join MAU’s technology solutions division,…
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1801 Venture Club announced as presenting sponsor of Gamecock Central Kickoff event
August 2, 2022
Steel Hands Brewing in partnership with Gamecock Central is pleased to announce the 1801 Venture Club as its presenting sponsor for the 2nd Annual Gamecock Central Kickoff Party to be…
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The American Advertising Federation of the Midlands is accepting applications for its 2022-2023 Public Service Client
July 18, 2022
AAF Midlands is accepting applications from local nonprofits for its 2022-2023 Public Service Client. The nonprofit will receive pro bono marketing services from AAF Midlands’ membership and board. Past projects…
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Snelling Staffing celebrates 40th year
July 14, 2022Free headshots for Midlands job seekers Snelling Staffing of the Midlands is celebrating their fortieth year in business by hosting a community event that will provide free headshots to job…
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New owners acquire Sig Cox Heating and Air Conditioning
July 5, 2022
Sunbelt Business Brokers announces the sale of Sig Cox Heating and Air Conditioning based in Augusta, Georgia to JSM Family Holdings Corporation. Sig Cox has been a premier provider of…
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Terminix releases Top 15 Mosquito Cities list
June 20, 2022
Charlotte, Columbia, and Charleston Top Three Metros There are several constants with summer in the south, from humidity to heavy rain and the annual arrival of pesky mosquitoes. In recognition…
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Terminix Releases Top 15 Mosquito Cities List
June 20, 2022
Charlotte, Columbia, and Charleston Top Three Metros There are several constants with summer in the south, from humidity to heavy rain and the annual arrival of pesky mosquitoes. In recognition…
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PCT LTD signs memorandum of understanding with international energy company providing cash infusion
June 10, 2022
LITTLE RIVER, SC – PCT LTD (OTC Pink: PCTL). Paradigm Convergence Technologies Corporation announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with LeadGreen Energy Services Limited. LeadGreen Energy…
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Garvin Design Group welcomes six new teammates
June 6, 2022
Garvin Design Group recently welcomed five summer interns and one new full-time architectural staff member. Clemson University School of Architecture graduate students Alexandra Masters, Nicole Coker, Edgar Alatorre, and Michael…
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Power:Ed awards Midlands Technical College $50,000 for QuickJobs Scholarships
June 6, 2022
Intensive programs train students for high-demand careers Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan, has awarded $50,000 to the Midlands Technical College Foundation in support of the college’s QuickJobs programs.…
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The International Business Brokers Association recognizes local Business Broker
June 6, 2022
The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) has recognized Columbia Business Broker, David Yezbak, with the Platinum Chairman’s Circle Award for the second consecutive year for outstanding performance in 2021 as…
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