ERG Payroll & HR now providing HR solutions for life science companies
June 8, 2020Certain industries have a more complex and unique HR structure than others. One of the largest ones is the life sciences industry. Which is why ERG Payroll & HR is…
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The release of Pantsless Nation (Shirts Required)
May 29, 2020Willis HR is delighted to announce the launching of our new book, Pantsless Nation: HR Guidance for Mastering Remote Work by CEO, Jada Willis. “For leaders that are already leading…
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A Conversation with Diana Doukas, Facebook
May 25, 2020Facebook released results of a report from 86,000 small businesses showing the damaging effects of the COVID-19 recession. The results revealed that nearly one third of small businesses have gone…
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The International Business Brokers Association recognizes local Business Broker David Yezbak
May 21, 2020The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) has recognized Columbia business broker, David Yezbak, with the Chairman’s Circle Award for exceptional achievement in 2019 as part of its Member Excellence Awards…
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South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) and host univesities collaborate to offer help to small businesses
May 20, 2020The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), the state’s premier provider of business assistance to entrepreneurs and small business owners, is leveraging its partnerships with host universities to…
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1000 Feathers
May 18, 2020When we launched 1000 Feathers in 2016, it was out of a fundamental belief that there was more we could do. We wanted to bring the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors…
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ERG Payroll & HR announces Erica Leonhardt as new Payroll Specialist
May 18, 2020Erica Leonhardt has joined ERG Payroll & HR as a Payroll Specialist. Leonhardt will be administering payroll processing, assisting with general HR tasks, and managing our payroll clients. “As we…
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ZVerse unveils innovative face shield for service industry workers
May 12, 2020COLUMBIA, SC – After producing millions of shields for the healthcare industry, ZVerse is introducing a new generation of protective face shields for workers in service industries, including restaurants, retailers,…
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IntelliSystems CEO Kevin Wade speaks about COVID-19 and cyber security
April 26, 2020IntelliSystems CEO Kevin Wade recently discussed the impact of COVID-19 on cyber security on NPR’s South Carolina Business Review with Mike Switzer. With the pandemic forcing more companies and their…
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Willis HR
April 17, 2020We FIGHT to make the people part of business easier. We are a team of experts in the ever-changing world of Human Resources. Our firm provides HR Consulting and Recruiting…
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Richland Library offers local employment & small business help
April 16, 2020While the coronavirus pandemic is impacting the public health of Americans across the country, it’s also triggering economic concerns. During these uncertain times, Richland Library is communicating and offering support…
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SBA offers disaster assistance to businesses and residents of South Carolina effected by severe storms and tornadoes
April 13, 2020South 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, 2020During 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, 2020The 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, 2020Welcome 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, 2020By 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, 2020McDonnell 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, 2020Today, 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, 2020The 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, 2020Flock 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, 2020Richland 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, 2020In 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, 2020Luck 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, 2020Businesses 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, 2020Provides 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, 2020Squeaky 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, 2020United 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, 2020GREENVILLE, 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, 2020Taking 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, 2020ERG 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, 2020Jason 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, 2020This 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, 2020As 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, 2019SOCO 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, 2019By 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, 2019United 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, 2019The 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, 2019The 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, 2019The 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, 2019McWaters 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, 2019Anna Fender of 1×1 Design elected to Leadership Columbia Advisory Board
November 5, 2019This 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, 2019Coinciding 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, 2019With 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, 2019The 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, 2019Terminix 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, 2019Junction 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, 2019The 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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