A Conversation with Lex Knox, Chairman & CEO, Terminix Service
May 8, 2017
Terminix Service, Inc. was founded in 1947 in Columbia, S.C. when Thomas P. Knox started the franchise with his three adult children—Juddie Knox Fortson, T.P. Knox Jr. and Marion Knox…
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Writer Ron Rash’s archive finds new home at University of South Carolina
April 27, 2017
The personal archive of international best-selling writer and South Carolina native Ron Rash has found a new home at the University of South Carolina. The archive, which spans Rash’s life…
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A Conversation with Wayne Roper of SCBIO
February 9, 2017
By Alan Cooper Wayne Roper is the president of SCBIO, the South Carolina voice of the life science community. SCBIO supports the innovators and manufacturers of advanced medicines, medical…
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A Conversation with Mary Beth Gillis, Midland Mortgage
December 14, 2016
By Alan Cooper The incredible story behind Midland Mortgage, a woman-owned company that has been in business for 34 years. All said and done, Mary Beth Gillis has been…
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A Conversation with Mary Beth Gillis, Midland Mortgage
December 14, 2016
By Alan Cooper The incredible story behind Midland Mortgage, a woman-owned company that has been in business for 34 years. All said and done, Mary Beth Gillis has been…
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A Conversation with Lt Gen John W. Rosa, President, The Citadel
October 12, 2016
By Alan Cooper Lt Gen John W. Rosa became the 19th president of The Citadel on January 3, 2006. His presidency has been marked by a keen focus on strategic…
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A Conversation with Beth Paul, General Manager, Bon Secours Wellness Arena
October 1, 2016
Beth Paul has been working at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena on and off since she graduated from Presbyterian College in 1999. Today, she is the General Manager of a…
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Five questions for Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott
July 18, 2016By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In the wake of the nationwide ambush-shootings of police officers and the obviously escalating polarization between law enforcement and many within America’s largely African-American communities,…
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Five questions for Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott
July 18, 2016
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In the wake of the nationwide ambush-shootings of police officers and the obviously escalating polarization between law enforcement and many within America’s largely African-American communities,…
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A Conversation with Harry Mashburn, CEO and Chairman, Mashburn Construction
May 2, 2016
By Alan Cooper In 2016, Mashburn Construction is celebrating its 40th anniversary. A full-service construction company that provides construction management, design-build and general contracting, the company is headquartered in…
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Tod Augsburger, President & CEO of Lexington Medical Center
March 9, 2016
By Alan Cooper MidlandsBiz: What is your education and background? Tod Augsburger: I was born in rural Indiana and raised in Michigan. I received my undergraduate degree at Michigan…
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A Conversation with City Year Columbia Executive Director Dr. Gail Wilson-Giarratano
February 19, 2016
As the site of the “First in the South” Presidential Primary, we in SC are smack in the middle of partisan politics and heightened rhetoric. Studies show, however, that…
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A Conversation with Lindsey Graham
January 9, 2016
Senator Lindsey Graham discuss his experiences in the 2016 campaign and look ahead to major issues confronting our nation this year. A Conversation with Lindsey Graham, Senator from South Carolina…
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Residents and students celebrate relationships formed this year at holiday event
December 4, 2015The holidays can be a lonely time for those living on their own, especially for college students and the elderly. The Woodlands at Furman, along with the FUSE program at…
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Residents and students celebrate relationships formed this year at holiday event
December 4, 2015The holidays can be a lonely time for those living on their own, especially for college students and the elderly. The Woodlands at Furman, along with the FUSE program at…
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A Conversation with Marguerite Carlisle and Cathy Wilson, Owners, Original Pancake House
June 22, 2015
If you’ve ever been to the Original Pancake House in Columbia, SC’s Trenholm Plaza, you know what a landmark the restaurant is – and how delicious the food is. But,…
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A Conversation with Forrest Alton, CEO, South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
June 15, 2015
MidlandsBiz: What is the South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy? Why do you matter? Forrest Alton: We’re a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Columbia, but we work in all…
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A Conversation with Forrest Alton, CEO, South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
June 15, 2015
MidlandsBiz: What is the South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy? Why do you matter? Forrest Alton: We’re a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Columbia, but we work in all…
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A Conversation With Health Sciences South Carolina CEO Dr. Helga Rippen
June 2, 2015
On Tuesday of this week, Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) was awarded a $15.3 million grant from Charlotte-based philanthropy organization, The Duke Endowment, to support the transformation of health in…
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A Conversation With Health Sciences South Carolina CEO Dr. Helga Rippen
June 2, 2015
On Tuesday of this week, Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) was awarded a $15.3 million grant from Charlotte-based philanthropy organization, The Duke Endowment, to support the transformation of health in…
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Stanfield Gray, Founder of DIG SOUTH
February 26, 2015By Alan Cooper DIG SOUTH 2015 is April 28-May 2 in Charleston LowcountryBizSC: What is your education and background? Stanfield Gray: I am originally from Spartanburg, South Carolina…
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A Conversation with Dr. Claude Lilly, President of Presbyterian College
February 16, 2015By Alan Cooper MidlandsBiz: Where have you worked prior to becoming President of Presbyterian College? Claude Lilly: Most of my professional experience has been at large educational institutions. I…
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Brad Wyche, Founder and Executive Director, Upstate Forever
February 11, 2015UpstateBizSC: Talk about your professional journey leading up to the formation of Upstate Forever. Brad Wyche: I’m a native of Greenville and other than going to school and working one…
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A Conversation with Carl Blackstone, President of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce
November 28, 2014MidlandsBiz: What is your education and professional background? Carl Blackstone: My professional background is in public policy, government relations, and strategic communications. I have worked in and around the…
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A Conversation with Bill McCrary, CEO of Strategic Partner/Sandler Training SC
November 5, 2014
Selling is part of virtually every business, and the process can involve a high level of rejection and stress. It takes continued upgrades in technique, technology and morale to keep…
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A Conversation with Bill McCrary, CEO of Strategic Partner/Sandler Training SC
November 5, 2014
Selling is part of virtually every business, and the process can involve a high level of rejection and stress. It takes continued upgrades in technique, technology and morale to keep…
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A Conversation with Dr. Claude Lilly, President of Presbyterian College
October 16, 2014By Alan Cooper UpstateBizSC: Where have you worked prior to becoming President of Presbyterian College? Claude Lilly: Most of my professional experience has been at large educational institutions. I…
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Dr. Sonny White, President of Midlands Technical College
July 14, 2014By Alan Cooper MidlandsBiz: As you reflect on eight years as president of Midlands Technical College (MTC), what are you most proud of? Dr. Sonny White: We have achieved a…
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A Conversation with Dr. Leslie Pitner, Owner of Pitner Orthodontics
June 30, 2014
MidlandsBiz: Talk about your educational background. Dr. Leslie Pitner: I was one of those people that probably liked school a little too much. For my undergraduate degree, I went to…
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A Conversation with Melanie Lux, Lux Strategic Communications
June 29, 2014MidlandsBIz: You’re celebrating a big milestone this month—20 years as the president/founder of Lux Strategic Communications. How’s it feel? Melanie Lux: A great sense of accomplishment. Happiness.…
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A way out for America’s dependency on foreign oil
June 2, 2014An interview with military and environmental expert Thomas S. Mullikin By Olen Davidson Having just returned from the Republic of Fiji (where he was and is leading an international group of 52 attorneys…
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A Conversation with Sam Allen, The Clore Law Group
May 28, 2014LowcountryBizSC: Tell us about the Clore Law Group. What is your core business? Sam Allen: The firm is focused on resolving challenging and often complex cases that involve catastrophic…
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A Conversation with Grier Allen, CEO & President of BoomTown
May 23, 2014
By Alan Cooper September 23, 2013 LowcountryBizSC: Where were you born and raised? What is your education? Grier Allen: I grew up right here in Summerville, SC and went to…
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A Conversation with Jonathan Shanin, Executive Director of AidJoy
May 6, 2014When Corporations and Charities Connect Jonathan Shanin is a social entrepreneur focused on filling a missing piece in philanthropy today. He is the founder and Executive Director of AidJoy,…
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Matt Gardner, Senior Fellow for Innovation at the Bay Area Council Economic Institute
April 23, 2014
At The Summit on Information Technology hosted by IT-oLogy, the keynote address was delivered by Matt Gardner, Senior Fellow for Innovation at the Bay Area Council Economic Institute. He provides…
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Matt Gardner, Senior Fellow for Innovation at the Bay Area Council Economic Institute
April 23, 2014
At The Summit on Information Technology hosted by IT-oLogy, the keynote address was delivered by Matt Gardner, Senior Fellow for Innovation at the Bay Area Council Economic Institute. He provides…
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A Conversation with AJ Agrawal, CEO of Alumnify – PART 3
April 14, 2014
The Life of a Startup – Every couple of weeks, MidlandsBiz is going to check in with Tminus6 accelerator company, Alumnify. Alumnify is a platform designed specifically to help universities…
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A Conversation with AJ Agrawal, CEO of Alumnify – PART 3
April 14, 2014
The Life of a Startup – Every couple of weeks, MidlandsBiz is going to check in with Tminus6 accelerator company, Alumnify. Alumnify is a platform designed specifically to help universities…
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Will Bruce, Owner of Spruce
April 14, 2014
April 14, 2014 In early March, Palmetto Window Cleaning, LLC, a residential and commercial cleaning and maintenance services company based in Greenville, S.C., and Spruce, a residential/commercial cleaning…
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Will Bruce, Owner of Spruce
April 14, 2014
April 14, 2014 In early March, Palmetto Window Cleaning, LLC, a residential and commercial cleaning and maintenance services company based in Greenville, S.C., and Spruce, a residential/commercial cleaning…
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A Conversation with Mike and Blake DuBose
April 3, 2014
Over the past three decades, Mike DuBose has started several successful businesses, but he often says that he has learned just as much from his mistakes and failures as his…
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A Conversation with Mike and Blake DuBose
April 3, 2014
Over the past three decades, Mike DuBose has started several successful businesses, but he often says that he has learned just as much from his mistakes and failures as his…
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A Conversation with Tammy Johnson, Owner of Liquid Catering
March 21, 2014
By Alan Cooper March 20, 2014 Diversity. Entrepreneurship. Giving Back. Tammy Johnson is the owner of Liquid Catering which she launched in January 2011. She is the entrepreneur behind the…
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A Conversation with Tammy Johnson, Owner of Liquid Catering
March 21, 2014
By Alan Cooper March 20, 2014 Diversity. Entrepreneurship. Giving Back. Tammy Johnson is the owner of Liquid Catering which she launched in January 2011. She is the entrepreneur behind the…
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CB Awards
March 20, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – March 2014 Bill Branham Please let my love of real estate and serving others help you with your needs. I can help you with Residential, Country, Land…
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A Conversation with Jeff Teter, Director of The Carolina Cup Racing Association
March 20, 2014
CAMDEN, SC – March 2014 Race Day is March 29th, 2014 South Carolina’s unofficial rite of spring is just around the corner. It will be held next Saturday, March…
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A Conversation with Jeff Teter, Director of The Carolina Cup Racing Association
March 20, 2014
CAMDEN, SC – March 2014 Race Day is March 29th, 2014 South Carolina’s unofficial rite of spring is just around the corner. It will be held next Saturday, March…
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A Conversation with AJ Agrawal, CEO of Alumnify – PART 2
March 19, 2014
The Life of a Startup – Every couple of weeks, MidlandsBiz is going to check in with Tminus6 accelerator company, Alumnify. In this one minute video, AJ talks about putting…
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A Conversation with AJ Agrawal, CEO of Alumnify – PART 2
March 19, 2014
The Life of a Startup – Every couple of weeks, MidlandsBiz is going to check in with Tminus6 accelerator company, Alumnify. In this one minute video, AJ talks about putting…
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A Conversation with AJ Agrawal, CEO of Alumnify
March 12, 2014
Alumnify is a platform designed specifically to help Universities reengage young alumni. It allows alumni to pinpoint donations to organizations and causes that they are passionate about and, ultimately, turns…
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