Experienced business leader joins Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce
June 26, 2018
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces the transition of Scott Barhight from Executive Fellow of the Charleston Metro Chamber to Associate Director of Advocacy. He reports directly to the Senior Vice President…
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Columbia Chamber graduates 51 Midlands leaders
June 20, 2018
On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at the 701 Whaley, the Columbia Chamber and the Leadership Columbia Advisory Board (LCAB) honored 55 graduates of the Leadership Columbia program. The Class of…
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Charleston Metro Chamber named 2018 Chamber of the Year finalist
June 19, 2018The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has been named a finalist for the 2018 Chamber of the Year award, presented by Alexandria, Va.-based Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. Finalists for…
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Leadership Charleston announces graduates of Class of 2018
June 18, 2018
On Thursday, June 14, the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commercecelebrated the graduation of the Leadership Charleston Class of 2018. For more than 44 years, Leadership Charleston has been identifying and developing leaders in our…
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ScanSource named one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work for fourth consecutive year
June 18, 2018
ScanSource, Inc., (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading global provider of technology products and solutions, was recently named one of the 2018 Best Places to Work in South Carolina, a recognition the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce wins top award for communications
June 13, 2018
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has been named one of 13 Communications Excellence Grand Award winners by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), an Alexandria, Va.-based association that represents more…
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Richland County Council candidates receive endorsement from four prominent business associations
June 8, 2018
The Greater Columbia Chamber, Building Industry of Central South Carolina, South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association, and Central Carolina REALTORS® Association have collectively chosen to endorse candidates in the upcoming June 12 primary election. “As the…
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Chamber PAC endorses Honeycutt for Charleston County Council
June 4, 2018
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (CMCC PAC) announces its endorsement of Jenny Costa Honeycutt for election to Charleston County Council representing district 9. “Jenny Costa Honeycutt understands that limited investment…
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Charleston Metro Chamber releases most recent industrial wage and benefits results
May 30, 2018
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and its Center for Business Research (CBR) announce the release of the 2017 Charleston Region SC Industrial Sector Wage and Benefits Survey results, which…
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Greater Lexington Chamber to host Gov. McMaster for small business roundtable – May 30
May 14, 2018
The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will host Gov. Henry McMaster on Wednesday, May 30 at noon at its facility on West Main Street in downtown Lexington for a…
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For Second Straight Year, North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce Wins Crisis Communication and Issues Management Award
May 9, 2018
At this year’s South Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) annual Mercury Awards, the North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce and CVB claimed the top honors…
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Chamber announces graduates of Leadership Beaufort Class of 2018
May 2, 2018The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce announced the graduates of the Leadership Beaufort Class of 2018. The Chamber also encourages others to apply for the upcoming Class of 2019. …
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State of travel and tourism to be highlighted during North Myrtle Beach Chamber’s annual marketing summit
May 1, 2018
The state of travel and tourism in South Carolina is stronger than ever, and presenters will discuss just what this means for the Grand Strand at the North Myrtle Beach…
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Explore North Myrtle Beach celebrates USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Travel Award contest
April 10, 2018
Cherry Grove Pier Named Best Beach in South Carolina From Hilton Head to the Grand Strand, South Carolina’s shores are lined with gorgeous beaches making the Palmetto State a perfect…
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Marc Jordan to retire as North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce President & CEO
March 27, 2018
The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) announced the retirement of Chamber president and CEO Marc Jordan, effective April 1, 2018. An executive search committee, led by Chairman…
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2018 Workforce & Jobs Report released
March 26, 2018Annual Publication Includes State Wage Data, Aerospace Update and More The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce released the 2018 Workforce & Jobs Report, an annual publication highlighting progress made by the…
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2018 Workforce & Jobs Report released
March 26, 2018
Annual Publication Includes State Wage Data, Aerospace Update and More The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce released the 2018 Workforce & Jobs Report, an annual publication highlighting progress made by the…
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Richland, Columbia need focus on career jobs
March 22, 2018
Richland County and the City of Columbia need to focus on growing more career jobs, not just adding to the area’s store of hourly-wage work. Carl Blackstone, president and CEO…
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Richland, Columbia need focus on career jobs
March 21, 2018Richland County and the City of Columbia need to focus on growing more career jobs, not just adding to the area’s store of hourly-wage work. Carl Blackstone, president and CEO…
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SC Department of Commerce hosts 28th annual South Carolina Rural Summit- State honors individuals for leadership in rural economic development
March 12, 2018
The S.C. Department of Commerce gathered leaders from across the state on Monday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 6 for the 2018 South Carolina Rural Summit. Held in Columbia, S.C.,…
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Leadership Columbia Class of 2018 announces class project
March 5, 2018
Leadership Columbia partners with MIRCI As part of the Leadership Columbia program, each class choses a project that makes an impact in the community. This year, after receiving RFPs from…
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Pawmetto Lifeline named “Non-Profit of the Year” by the Greater Irmo Chamber
March 2, 2018
Pawmetto Lifeline, a local no-kill animal rescue organization, has been named “Non-Profit of the Year” by the Greater Irmo Chamber at their Annual Gala on Friday, February 23, 2018.…
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SC Chamber applauds signing of legislation supporting manufacturers
February 14, 2018Pitts: Passage of Bill Represents Unified Effort of Job Creators, Legislature, Governor COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Chamber leadership released the statements below regarding the Governor’s signing of H.3653, a bill…
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SC Chamber applauds signing of legislation supporting manufacturers
February 14, 2018
Pitts: Passage of Bill Represents Unified Effort of Job Creators, Legislature, Governor COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Chamber leadership released the statements below regarding the Governor’s signing of H.3653, a bill…
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Columbia chamber announces honorees for 2018 Columbia Impact Awards
February 12, 2018
The Columbia Chamber announced the recipients of six prestigious awards to be given at the 4th Annual Columbia Impact Awards, formerly known as Yellow Jasmine Awards. The 2018 Columbia Impact Awards,…
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Greater Lexington Chamber Awards Luncheon features Live PD Deputy Chris Mastrianni
February 6, 2018
The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will celebrate and recognize the achievement of Lexington businesses and professionals at its annual Chamber Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, February 28 at the…
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Columbia Chamber seeks applications for Leadership Columbia program
January 17, 2018
Leadership Columbia Class of 2018-2019 Applications Now Open The Columbia Chamber’s leadership program, Leadership Columbia, is now taking applications for the Class of 2019. Founded in 1972, the program is…
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Greenville Chamber releases 2018 public policy agenda
December 11, 2017
The Greenville Chamber released its 2018 policy agendas Friday, focused on expanding our workforce, expanding existing small business and ensuring all Greenville residents participate in a booming economy. The agenda,…
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Greater Lexington Chamber seeks speakers for 2018 breakfast meetings
November 27, 2017The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center is now accepting presentation proposals for its monthly breakfast meetings. With 150 to 175 members of the Chamber in attendance, each breakfast meeting…
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Greater Lexington Chamber seeks speakers for 2018 breakfast meetings
November 27, 2017
The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center is now accepting presentation proposals for its monthly breakfast meetings. With 150 to 175 members of the Chamber in attendance, each breakfast meeting…
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SC Branded Award winners announced
November 6, 2017
Greenville’s Main Street, Brackish Bowties, and Others Honored The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Brand Leader, presented the 2017 SC Branded Awards on November 2nd in Columbia. The…
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Milliken announced as “Legends” Award winner
October 31, 2017
Iconic Sports Moment, Taste of the State, and More to be Announced at SC Branded Awards The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Brand Leader, will present…
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SC Chamber announces 2017 Business Leader, Public Servant, and Sgt. William Jasper Freedom Award Winners
October 26, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced honorees for the 2017 Business Leader of the Year, Public Servant of the Year, and the Sgt. William Jasper Freedom Award. Business Leader of…
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Greenville Chamber names Carolina Trade Show Exhibits its October 2017 Small Business of the Month
October 19, 2017The Greenville Chamber presented Carolina Trade Show Exhibits with its October 2017 Small Business of the Month Award. Owner John Lee was presented with the award at the Chamber’s monthly…
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SC Chamber hosts roundtable on trade in the EU
October 19, 2017The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the SC Department of Commerce and the US Department of Commerce-US Commercial Service, today hosted a business roundtable on trade inside the European…
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SC Chamber hosts roundtable on trade in the EU
October 19, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the SC Department of Commerce and the US Department of Commerce-US Commercial Service, today hosted a business roundtable on trade inside the European…
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Lexington Craft Beerfest brings 1,400 to Icehouse Amphitheater
October 19, 2017The second Lexington Craft Beerfest, hosted by the Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center, brought 1,400 to the Icehouse Amphitheater Saturday evening to experience craft beers from across the nation.…
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Lexington Craft Beerfest brings 1,400 to Icehouse Amphitheater
October 19, 2017
The second Lexington Craft Beerfest, hosted by the Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center, brought 1,400 to the Icehouse Amphitheater Saturday evening to experience craft beers from across the nation.…
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Columbia Chamber announces 2017-2018 Board of Directors
October 17, 2017
David Lockwood, Executive Vice President and COO of Colliers International, to Chair Columbia Chamber Board of Directors (pictured). The Columbia Chamber announced the 2017-2018 Board of Directors with the addition…
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SC Chamber of Commerce signs letter urging Trump administration to modernize NAFTA
October 11, 2017NAFTA Crucial to South Carolina Jobs The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Tuesday joined more than 300 state and local business associations from across all 50 states in expressing its support for…
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SC Chamber of Commerce signs letter urging Trump administration to modernize NAFTA
October 11, 2017
NAFTA Crucial to South Carolina Jobs The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Tuesday joined more than 300 state and local business associations from across all 50 states in expressing its support for…
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S.C. Chamber honors Manufacturing Employees of the Year
October 9, 2017The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce celebrated the winners of the S.C. Manufacturing Employee of the Year Awards with an awards luncheon and panel discussion regarding the future of manufacturing…
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S.C. Chamber honors Manufacturing Employees of the Year
October 9, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce celebrated the winners of the S.C. Manufacturing Employee of the Year Awards with an awards luncheon and panel discussion regarding the future of manufacturing…
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S.C. Branded finalists announced
September 20, 2017The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce today announced finalists for S.C. Branded awards. S.C. Branded is a partnership with Upstate S.C. marketing group The Brand Leader, to establish a new,…
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S.C. Branded finalists announced
September 20, 2017The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce today announced finalists for S.C. Branded awards. S.C. Branded is a partnership with Upstate S.C. marketing group The Brand Leader, to establish a new,…
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S.C. Branded finalists announced
September 20, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce today announced finalists for S.C. Branded awards. S.C. Branded is a partnership with Upstate S.C. marketing group The Brand Leader, to establish a new,…
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Columbia Chamber announces 2017-2018 Leadership Columbia Class
August 30, 2017
62 Local Individuals in 45th Class of Chamber’s Leadership Program Leadership Columbia, a Columbia Chamber program for emerging and existing leaders in the Midlands, is pleased to announce the Leadership Columbia…
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Columbia Chamber honors local leaders at Annual Gala
August 28, 2017
Five Midlands Leaders to be Recognized at 115th Annual Gala On Thursday, September 28, 2017, the Columbia Chamber will honor five remarkable individuals at the 115th Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of…
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S.C. Chamber elects 2017-2018 Executive Committee, Board of Directors
August 27, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced its newly elected Executive Committee and Board of Directors for 2017-2018. Leadership terms for the Chamber’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors begin…
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S.C. Chamber elects 2017-2018 Executive Committee, Board of Directors
August 27, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced its newly elected Executive Committee and Board of Directors for 2017-2018. Leadership terms for the Chamber’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors begin…
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