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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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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Bingham named World Trade Center Charleston Executive Director
June 23, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces Pennie Bingham as Executive Director of World Trade Center Charleston. The Chamber also welcomes two new team members, Grecia Hamilton…
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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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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces graduates of Leadership Charleston Class of 2016
June 21, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – On Thursday, June 16, the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce celebrated the graduation of the Leadership Charleston Class of 2016. For 42 years, Leadership Charleston has been…
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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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Sinclair and Flanick join Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce team
June 9, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed two new team members; Shea Sinclair as the Vice President of Development and Cassandra Flanick as the Advancement Administrative…
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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 9, 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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Sean Tracey joins Charleston Metro Chamber; Therese Gordon receives promotion
May 31, 2016
One new professional recently joined the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce team and a high performing staff member received a promotion. Sean Tracey: Vice President, Advancement Sean Tracey serves…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces new position and promotion appointments
May 17, 2016Two new professionals recently joined the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce team and a high performing staff member received a promotion. Adrian B. Cain: Senior Vice President, Membership and…
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S.C. Chamber announces H.R. Professional of the Year
May 16, 2016
The State Chamber is proud to announce the South Carolina H.R. Professional of the Year, Sharon Sellers, President of SLS Consulting, LLC, who was named at our 2016 H.R. Conference…
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Charleston Metro Chamber awards 75 scholarships
May 11, 2016
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce awarded 75 Accelerate Greater Charleston (AGC) Scholarships on May 10 in front of a packed room of business and educational leaders, proud parents and…
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One Region Global Competitiveness Strategy presented
May 9, 2016
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Following six months and over 1000 hours of best practices research, public input and analysis, the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and the Charleston Regional Development…
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North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce provides exclusive Grand Strand simulcast of Leadercast 2016
April 18, 2016
The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce, CVB announces its annual presentation of Leadercast 2016 on Friday, May 6. An exclusive simulcast of the largest one-day leadership event in the world,…
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S.C. Chamber Statement On House Budget
March 23, 2016
State Chamber President Ted Pitts released the following statement after the House passed a budget allocating $415 million to roads next year: “The business community is glad to see…
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S.C. Chamber Statement On House Budget
March 23, 2016
State Chamber President Ted Pitts released the following statement after the House passed a budget allocating $415 million to roads next year: “The business community is glad to see…
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S.C. Chamber statement on Senate vote on roads bill
March 9, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – State Chamber President Ted Pitts today released the following statement after the Senate gave second reading to the roads bill: “The business community appreciates the South Carolina…
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World Trade Center Charleston hosts international finance seminar
February 29, 2016
Part of effort to increase region’s export activity CHARLESTON, SC – World Trade Center Charleston (WTCC), a division of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, is hosting an International Finance…
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NMB Chamber’s First Friday Business Builder Event
February 24, 2016
Focuses on the importance of infrastructure improvements to Horry County’s economic future The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce announces Eddie Dyer as its featured speaker for its March First Friday…
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North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce launches Political Action Committee to strive toward a bright future for its community
February 15, 2016
The community of North Myrtle Beach has much to offer to the Grand Strand and its Chamber of Commerce knows it. With an economy that relies heavily on tourism, local…
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North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce, CVB positions itself as a regional tourism leader, reports $96M+ economic impact from tourism & unveils new branding and marketing campaign
February 10, 2016
The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce, CVB unveiled today a new branding and marketing campaign that highlights the unique coastal Carolina destination that is North Myrtle Beach, S.C. To…
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State Chamber announces tool to streamline process for South Carolina’s exporters
January 28, 2016
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a partnership with e-certify that will allow South Carolina businesses to more efficiently secure the documentation they need to do…
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Charleston Metro Chamber releases statement on Leon Stavrinakis endorsement
October 26, 2015
CHARLETON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce released the following statement regarding their endorsement of Leon Stavrinakis, City of Charleston Mayoral candidate: “Leon Stavrinakis has a long, proven track record…
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Charleston Metro Chamber Political Action Committee announces Charleston City Council endorsed candidates
October 19, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce’s Political Action Committee (CMCC PAC) is pleased to announce its endorsement of Aubry Alexander, Jimmy Bailey Jr., Bill Moody, Marvin Wagner,…
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North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce names Shafran Fields Sports and Group Tourism Manager
October 15, 2015
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC – The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitors Bureau has announced Shafran Fields as its new Sports and Group Tourism Manager. In his new position,…
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S.C. Chamber announces 2015 Public Servant of the Year
October 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber is proud to announce as its 2015 Public Servant of the Year. Governor Haley will be awarded on November 12, 2015 at the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber endorses candidates for Mt. Pleasant Town Council
October 2, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce’s Political Action Committee (CMCC PAC) is pleased to announce its endorsement of Rodly Millet, Nick Collins, Ben Bryson and Chris O’Neal…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Summerville Mayoral candidate
October 1, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce’s Political Action Committee (CMCC PAC) announces its endorsement to re-elect Bill Collins as Mayor for the Town of Summerville. The CMCC…
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Charleston Metro Chamber Political Action Committee announces endorsed candidate for town of Summerville Mayor
September 30, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce’s Political Action Committee (CMCC PAC) announces its endorsement to re-elect Bill Collins as Mayor for the Town of Summerville. The CMCC…
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The Center for Business Research is seeking companies to participate in Wage and Benefits survey
September 28, 2015
Charleston, SC – The Center for Business Research (CBR), a department of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, is conducting a bi-annual Wage and Benefits survey and is seeking participation from regional…
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Charleston Metro Chamber seeks companies to participate in wage and benefits survey
September 25, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Center for Business Research (CBR), a department of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, is conducting a bi-annual Wage and Benefits survey and is seeking participation from regional businesses.…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announces award winners at annual gala
September 16, 2015
Manufacturing, Diversity, and Human Resources awards given at Palmetto Vision Awards Gala COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced recipients of awards at the annual Palmetto Vision Awards…
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South Carolina Chamber announces new hire
September 16, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce today announced that it has hired Genevieve McGroarty as its Associate Vice President of Communications. Genevieve comes to the Chamber from the…
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Thom Penney named as Joseph P. Riley Award Winner
August 26, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce names Thompson E. Penney as the winner of the 2015 Joseph P. Riley Leadership Award. The prestigious award, given annually as…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Announces New Position Appointments
August 17, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Two new professionals recently joined the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce team. . Keri Scott, Events and Sponsorship Manager . Keri Scott is the Chamber’s new Manager…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce honors elected officials at State Delegation Appreciation
August 4, 2015
Senator Campbell presented Glenn McConnell Elected Leader Award CHARLESTON, SC – With the closing of the 2015 Legislative Session, the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce thanked members of our state…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Announces Finalists for Honors Night Awards
July 29, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces the finalists for the 2015 Honors Night awards. The finalists represent business and community leaders with exemplary commitment to the region’s…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Announces Finalists for Honors Night Awards
July 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announces the finalists for the 2015 Honors Night awards. The finalists represent business and community leaders with exemplary commitment to the region’s…
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Assessment of Mt. Pleasant Growth Management Plan To Be Unveiled August 6, 2015
July 20, 2015
Conducted by Urban Land Institute South Carolina for Charleston Metro Chamber . CHARLESTON, SC – The Urban Land Institute South Carolina (ULI) has been engaged by the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce to offer…
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SC Chamber: Senate Passes Legislation To Remove Confederate Flag
July 7, 2015
All Eyes Now On The Sc House Of Representatives The General Assembly returned Monday to take up the Confederate flag, and the South Carolina business community wants elected officials to…
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SC Chamber: Senate Passes Legislation To Remove Confederate Flag
July 7, 2015All Eyes Now On The Sc House Of Representatives The General Assembly returned Monday to take up the Confederate flag, and the South Carolina business community wants elected officials to…
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SC Chamber: Moving Confederate Flag Good for Business
July 6, 2015
After the tragic events of June 17 at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, calls began for the removal of the Confederate flag from South Carolina’s State House grounds. Governor…
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SC Chamber: Moving Confederate Flag Good for Business
July 6, 2015After the tragic events of June 17 at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, calls began for the removal of the Confederate flag from South Carolina’s State House grounds. Governor…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Advocates Removal of Confederate Flag from State House
June 22, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce advocates the removal of the Confederate flag from the State House grounds and joins local and state leadership as well as our…
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Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Awards Scholarships to Career Academy Students
June 10, 2015
Full two-year tuition and books for associate degree at Trident Tech CHARLESTON, SC – Fifteen high school students have been awarded scholarships to Trident Technical College to pursue a two-year associate…
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