S.C. Chamber announces Robyn Knox as H.R. Professional of the Year
May 11, 2017
Southern Weaving V.P. for H.R. Honored For Performance, Creativity The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced Robyn Knox, who is Vice President of Human Resources at Southern Weaving in Greenville,…
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Columbia Chamber supports the Highway Infrastructure Bill
May 11, 2017
The General Assembly responds favorably to critical infrastructure need for state. South Carolina is a state where large corporations as well as small businesses depend heavily on the interstate and…
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Statement from Greenville Chamber President/CEO Carlos Phillips
May 10, 2017
Today, South Carolina legislators passed a road-funding bill that will provide a reliable, steady revenue stream for repairs and construction for our state’s roads and bridges. According to Greenville Chamber…
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Honors Night nominations now open
May 4, 2017
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has opened the nomination process for the 2017 Honors Night Awards. Any Chamber member in good standing can nominate either themselves, or another Chamber…
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Honors Night nominations now open
May 4, 2017
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has opened the nomination process for the 2017 Honors Night Awards. Any Chamber member in good standing can nominate either themselves, or another Chamber…
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Spartanburg Area Chamber hires economic development veteran for new downtown-focused enterprise
May 1, 2017
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce has named Jansen Kent Tidmore to the post of Executive Vice President of the new Downtown Development Partnership. A native of…
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Videos Gone Wild: “Why Shoot for Viral, When You Can Shoot for Visionary?”
April 19, 2017
Where: Doko Manor, 100 Alvina Hagood Circle, Blythewood, SC, 29016 When: 11:30am – 1:00pm, Wednesday, April 26, 2017 Cost: $15 for Blythewood Chamber members, $20 for non-members More Info and…
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S.C. Chamber announces Business Week application deadline
April 17, 2017
The application deadline for the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce’s Business Week is less than two weeks away. Business Week is a week-long program that brings some of the state’s…
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S.C. Chamber announces Business Week application deadline
April 17, 2017
The application deadline for the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce’s Business Week is less than two weeks away. Business Week is a week-long program that brings some of the state’s…
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Charleston Metro Chamber receives 5-Star accreditation for the third consecutive time
April 10, 2017
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has received 5-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The U.S. Chamber announced the accreditation of 13 chambers of commerce, including the Charleston Metro…
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Charleston motorists lose $1,850 per year on rough and congested roads
March 22, 2017
Roads and bridges that are deteriorated, congested or lack some desirable safety features cost South Carolina motorists a total of $5.4 billion statewide annually – $1,850 per driver in the…
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Leadership Columbia applications to close Wednesday
March 20, 2017
The application period for the Columbia Chamber’s Leadership Columbia Class of 2018 will end on Wednesday, March 22 at 5:00 PM. Founded in 1972, the program is a 10-month course…
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S.C. Chamber organizations recognized with national honors
March 10, 2017The U.S. Chamber of Commerce honored the S.C. Chamber of Commerce as “Accredited with Distinction” and the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce as “Accredited with 5 Stars” for excellence in…
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S.C. Chamber organizations recognized with national honors
March 10, 2017
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce honored the S.C. Chamber of Commerce as “Accredited with Distinction” and the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce as “Accredited with 5 Stars” for excellence in…
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State Chamber announces Workforce Innovator Awards winners at 2017 Workforce Symposium
February 10, 2017The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced the small, medium, and large employer award winners for this year’s Workforce Innovator Award. The winners represent the Chamber members who have used…
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State Chamber announces Workforce Innovator Awards winners at 2017 Workforce Symposium
February 10, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced the small, medium, and large employer award winners for this year’s Workforce Innovator Award. The winners represent the Chamber members who have used…
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All Clear Plumbing honored by the Greer Chamber
February 7, 2017
The Greer Chamber of Commerce has named All Clear Plumbing its Small Business of the Quarter. All Clear Plumbing was founded in 2012 with the mission of being a plumbing…
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Charleston region designated “Great American Defense Community”
January 30, 2017
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the designation of the Charleston region as one of eight Great American Defense Communities, by the Association of Defense Communities (ADC). The…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce accepting applications for Leadership Discovery
January 25, 2017
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for Leadership Discovery until February 28. The 3-month program begins in March and graduates in early June. Leadership Discovery is…
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Charleston Young Professionals partner with Be A Mentor to develop future leaders
January 23, 2017
Charleston Young Professionals, a division of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, is partnering with Be A Mentor, a nonprofit organization headquartered in North Charleston, to encourage young professionals’ involvement…
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Columbia Chamber welcomes Henri E. Baskins as Executive Vice President
January 5, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Chamber is excited to announce the newest addition to the team, Henri E. Baskins. Henri will serve as the Executive Vice President and provide managerial…
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North & South Carolina rank in top 6 in the country in the Merit Shop Scorecard
November 30, 2016
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) released its annual “Building America: The Merit Shop Scorecard,” which reviews and grades state-specific policies and information significant to the success of the commercial…
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North & South Carolina rank in top 6 in the country in the Merit Shop Scorecard
November 30, 2016
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) released its annual “Building America: The Merit Shop Scorecard,” which reviews and grades state-specific policies and information significant to the success of the commercial…
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Statements on Cathy Novinger & Judy Davis
November 28, 2016South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ted Pitts released the following statement on the passing of two of South Carolina’s Business Leaders, Cathy Novinger and Judy Davis, who…
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Statements on Cathy Novinger & Judy Davis
November 28, 2016
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ted Pitts released the following statement on the passing of two of South Carolina’s Business Leaders, Cathy Novinger and Judy Davis, who…
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S.C. Chamber needs input on business in your county
November 14, 2016The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is asking businesses from around the state to take a few moments and complete a survey on the business friendliness of the counties they…
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S.C. Chamber needs input on business in your county
November 14, 2016
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is asking businesses from around the state to take a few moments and complete a survey on the business friendliness of the counties they…
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Greater Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center names new Director of Membership
November 2, 2016The Greater Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center announced that Adam DeLoach has been named Director of Membership, effective November 1. Prior to joining the Greater Lexington Chamber, DeLoach worked as the…
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Greater Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center names new Director of Membership
November 2, 2016
The Greater Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center announced that Adam DeLoach has been named Director of Membership, effective November 1. Prior to joining the Greater Lexington Chamber, DeLoach worked as the…
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Greenville Chamber announces 2017 Board of Directors
October 24, 2016
The Greenville Chamber has announced its 2017 Board of Directors. Brenda Thames, who will serve as the 2017 Board Chair, received approval at the Chamber’s monthly board meeting for the…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2016-2017 Board of Directors
October 3, 2016The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its newly elected Executive Committee and Board of Directors for 2016-17, effective October 1, 2016. Executive Committee Barbara Melvin (Chairman) – As…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2016-2017 Board of Directors
October 3, 2016
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its newly elected Executive Committee and Board of Directors for 2016-17, effective October 1, 2016. Executive Committee Barbara Melvin (Chairman) – As…
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SC Chamber hires EMMY winning journalist
September 28, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Andrea Mock has joined the team as the Associate Vice President of Communications and Public Relations. Before…
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S.C. Department of Commerce launches new Landing Pad program
September 2, 2016
Initiative designed to assist established companies with small-scale entry operations in South Carolina The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced the official launch of its new Landing Pad program. A…
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S.C. Department of Commerce launches new Landing Pad program
September 2, 2016
Initiative designed to assist established companies with small-scale entry operations in South Carolina The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced the official launch of its new Landing Pad program. A…
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Charleston Metro Chamber names W. Brian Moody as 2016 Joseph P. Riley Leadership Award Winner
August 24, 2016
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce names the late W. Brian Moody as the winner of the 2016 Joseph P. Riley Leadership Award. The prestigious award, given annually as part…
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Columbia Chamber welcomes new Commanding General
August 17, 2016
On Tuesday, August 16 at 7:30 AM, the Columbia Chamber welcomed Major General John “Pete” Johnson and his family to the “Most Military Friendly Community in America” with a Welcome…
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Mayor Benjamin named 2016 Small and Minority Business Advocate of the Year
August 16, 2016
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has been named the 2016 Small & Minority Business Advocate of the Year by the Columbia Chamber for his commitment to the city’s thriving business community…
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2016 Best Places to Work rankings announced
August 7, 2016The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, Best Companies Group, and SC Biz unveiled the rankings of the 60 winning companies representing the 2016 Best Places to Work in South Carolina.…
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2016 Best Places to Work rankings announced
August 7, 2016
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, Best Companies Group, and SC Biz unveiled the rankings of the 60 winning companies representing the 2016 Best Places to Work in South Carolina.…
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Columbia Chamber honors local leaders at Annual Gala
August 4, 2016
Five Midlands Leaders to be Recognized at 114th Annual Gala COLUMBIA, SC – On Thursday, September 29, 2016, the Columbia Chamber will honor five remarkable individuals at the 114th Annual…
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Columbia Chamber announces 2016-2017 Leadership Columbia class
August 2, 2016
59 Local Individuals in 44th Class of Chamber’s Leadership Program COLUMBIA, SC – Leadership Columbia, a Columbia Chamber program for emerging and existing leaders in the Midlands, is pleased to announce…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2016 Best Places To Work award winners
June 22, 2016The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, Best Companies Group, and SC Biz are proud to announce the 2016 Best Places To Work in South Carolina. Now in its 11th year,…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2016 Best Places To Work award winners
June 22, 2016
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, Best Companies Group, and SC Biz are proud to announce the 2016 Best Places To Work in South Carolina. Now in its 11th year,…
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114th Annual Gala and Awards Ceremony call for nominations
June 20, 2016
The Columbia Chamber is Now Accepting Nominations for the Young Professional, Small & Minority Business Advocate and Military Advocate of the Year Awards COLUMBIA, SC – On Thursday, September…
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60+ local businesses to be featured at Greater Lexington Chamber Business Lexpo
June 9, 2016On August 4, The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will host more than 60 local businesses at the 2016 Business Lexpo at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Lexington from…
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S.C. Chamber releases statement on S.1258 being signed into law
June 9, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – State Chamber President Ted Pitts issued the following statement after Governor Haley signed S.1258, the roads bill, into law: “The state’s business community thanks Governor Haley for…
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S.C. Chamber releases statement on S.1258 being signed into law
June 9, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – State Chamber President Ted Pitts issued the following statement after Governor Haley signed S.1258, the roads bill, into law: “The state’s business community thanks Governor Haley for…
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60+ local businesses to be featured at Greater Lexington Chamber Business Lexpo
June 7, 2016On August 4, The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will host more than 60 local businesses at the 2016 Business Lexpo at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Lexington from…
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60+ local businesses to be featured at Greater Lexington Chamber Business Lexpo
June 7, 2016
On August 4, The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will host more than 60 local businesses at the 2016 Business Lexpo at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Lexington from…
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