Cason Development Group plans mixed-use along Forest Drive
July 28, 2020
Cason Development Group is planning a mixed-used commercial and residential project for the corner of Forest and Brentwood drives in the City of Forest Acres. The project includes two commercial…
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VentureSouth leads investment in Altis Biosystems
July 27, 2020
VentureSouth announced that it has led the oversubscribed $3.1 million Series Seed investment round for Altis Biosystems, a Chapel Hill, NC-based biotechnology company. Altis Biosystems makes drug discovery faster, cheaper,…
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Walmart selects Dorchester County as site for new distribution center
July 20, 2020
$220 Million Investment Creating More Than 1,000 New Jobs Walmart has announced plans to build a $220 million distribution center in Dorchester County, near Ridgeville, South Carolina. The announcement was…
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Pandemic reveals true value in technical education
July 15, 2020
Dr. Ronald L. Rhames President, Midlands Technical College Years from now, histories will be published about the worldwide impact of COVID-19 in 2020. While we do not yet know…
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GADC names new officers, adds three to Greenville County’s Economic Development Organization Board
July 8, 2020
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, has named Tom Epting as Chairman of…
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Kim Christ named Director of SC Tech and SC Cyber; SC Council on competitiveness taps former SC codes Director to lead initiative formerly known as TechSC
July 7, 2020
The South Carolina Council on Competitiveness today announced the rebrand of its technology initiative and named Kim Christ as its full-time initiative Director. Formerly TechSC and now SC Tech, the initiative is designed to accelerate the growth and…
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South Carolina Council on Competitiveness’ TransformSC network welcomes McKissick Academy of Science and Technology
July 7, 2020
TransformSC, an initiative of the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (the Council), announced McKissick Academy of Science and Technology as the newest member of the TransformSC network. TransformSC, an initiative…
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Hempgrid launches with full project pipeline: Alliance creating, strengthening hemp supply chain
July 1, 2020
With industrial hemp now legal to grow and process in 46 states, and 33 states with legal medical marijuana programs, the domestic marketplace confronts one vexing challenge: a broken (or…
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Refresco expanding operations in Greenville County
June 30, 2020
Investment to create 40 new jobs Refresco, a leading independent bottler for retailers and A-brands in Europe and North America, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenville County. The…
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City Center Partnership announces Southeastern Esthetics Institute is opening a new 27,000 SF campus in the Main Street District
June 26, 2020
City Center Partnership (CCP) announced Southeastern Esthetics Institute is opening a new 27,000 square foot school at 1644 Main Street in 2021. Southeastern Esthetics Institute is partnering with Sherer Architects…
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Holy City Linen expanding operations in Charleston County
June 24, 2020
$12.4 Million Investment Will Create 254 New Jobs Holy City Linen, a commercial laundry service company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The company’s $12.4 million investment…
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Power Pool Plus, Inc. establishing operations in Greenwood County
June 23, 2020
$1.5 Million Investment to Create 21 New Jobs Power Pool Plus, Inc., an industrial generator manufacturer, contract steel fabricator and generator service provider, today announced plans to establish operations in…
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Lowcountry Kettle expanding operations in Charleston County
June 23, 2020
Company’s Expansion will Create 24 New Jobs Lowcountry Kettle, a producer of handmade, Lowcountry-inspired kettle chips, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The project will create 24…
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VELUX Greenwood, LLC expanding operations in Greenwood County
June 18, 2020
Company Investing $26 Million into the Expansion VELUX Greenwood, LLC (VELUX), a world leader in skylights and roof window manufacturing, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenwood County. The…
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Eaton expanding operations in Greenwood County
June 17, 2020
Investment Will Create 30 New Jobs Eaton, a global leader in power management technologies and services, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenwood County. Eaton’s investment will create 30…
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Ross Stores, Inc. expanding distribution operations in York County
June 16, 2020
$68 Million Investment to Create 700 New Jobs Ross Stores, Inc. (Ross), a leading off-price apparel and home fashion company in the United States, plans to expand its distribution and…
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Kornelia Kostka named as Greenville Area Development Corporation Research Manager
June 8, 2020
The Greenville Area Development Corporation has named Kornelia Kostka as the economic development organization’s new Research Manager. In her new role, Ms. Kostka will manage the GADC’s research efforts that…
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InSite Consulting expands leadership team, adds Jerry Howard as President
May 22, 2020
South Carolina economic development professional Jerry Howard has been named President of Greenville-based InSite Consulting, a leading provider of comprehensive site assessment/site selection and economic development services to clients around…
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Former SC Revenue Director hosts new economic development podcast
April 9, 2020
“The Buzz with Burnie” launches with Lou Kennedy of Nephron In the midst of historic economic uncertainty, two-time South Carolina Revenue Director Burnet “Burnie” Maybank will host weekly conversations with South Carolina’s…
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Countybank supports small businesses and communities during COVID-19
April 8, 2020
During 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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SCBIO EVP Erin Ford appointed to South Carolina District Export Council for 2020-2021
March 27, 2020
The U.S. Department of Commerce has appointed Erin Ford, Executive Vice President of SCBIO, as a Member of South Carolina’s District Export Council for 2020-2021. District Export Council (DEC) Members…
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Call 4 Health establishing operations in Richland County
March 12, 2020
Call 4 Health, a provider of call center operations for healthcare facilities throughout the United States, today announced plans to establish new operations in Richland County. The company’s investment is…
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Steel Hands Brewing announces official partnership with Soda City FC
March 11, 2020Steel Hands Brewing is an official partner of the Soda City FC, Columbia’s Semi-Professional Soccer Team. Steel Hands Brewing announces official multi-year partnership with the Soda City FC semi-professional soccer…
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Xplor Boatworks, LLC establishing operations in Richland County
March 10, 2020
More than $3.4 million investment to create 63 new jobs Xplor Boatworks, LLC, a specialty recreational boat designer and manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Richland County. The…
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SCBIO hosts statewide Life Sciences Boot Camp on industry essentials March 17
March 9, 2020
SCBIO will host a full day program March 17 — Life Sciences Boot Camp: Insights on SC’s Fastest-Growing Industry – to inform and update businesses and professionals from across the…
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SCBIO CEO Sam Konduros named to South Carolina Chamber Executive Committee
March 6, 2020
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce has named SCBIO President and CEO Sam Konduros to the Executive Committee of its Board of Directors. Leadership terms for the Chamber’s officers and…
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Wilson Kibler aids Independence Materials Group in 29,000-square-foot expansion
March 2, 2020
Independence Materials Group, a subsidiary of Groundworks, has expanded its Columbia operations, leasing an additional 29,000 square feet at its current Rosewood Drive facility near Williams Brice Stadium. IMG has…
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REMBE Inc. establishing operations in Lancaster County
February 25, 2020
More Than $3.4 Million Investment Will Create 22 New Jobs REMBE® Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of the operational safety company REMBE® GmbH, today announced plans to locate its U.S. operations…
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Steel Hands Brewing receives Golden Nail Award from Columbia Chamber of Commerce
February 25, 2020
Cayce’s first production brewery recognized for Commercial Beautification Steel Hands Brewing was awarded with the prestigious Golden Nail Award by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce at the Columbia Impact Awards…
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abatUS establishes new operations in South Carolina to serve Southeastern markets
February 24, 2020
abatUS, a subsidiary of Bremen, Germany-based abat AG and sister company of Adah International, today announced new operations in Greenville County to serve its expanding Southeastern markets. The company’s $10…
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Garvin Design Group clients, firm win Columbia Chamber Impact Awards
February 21, 2020Garvin Design Group clients Hendrix and Downtown Church were presented with the Columbia Chamber’s Golden Nail at this year’s Impact Awards on February 20th. The Columbia Chamber named Garvin Design…
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Kline Property receives commercial development incentive approval
February 20, 2020Hotels, retail, office and structured parking planned for key downtown intersection With final approval granted by Richland County Council during their February 18th meeting, the former Kline Iron & Steel…
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Leading fiscal and economic expert to visit Presbyterian College to discuss the national debt
January 31, 2020
At $22 trillion, the U.S. national debt exceeds the size of the entire economy. That $67,000 per person share of the national debt is larger than a typical family’s total…
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StoneWorks, Inc. expanding operations in Beaufort County
January 29, 2020
$3.2 Million Investment Will Create 21 New Jobs StoneWorks, Inc., an interior craftsmanship company, announced plans to expand its operations in Beaufort County. The $3.2 million investment is projected to…
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Lexington, Richland counties to host 2nd annual B2B Supplier Matchmaker Event
January 29, 2020
Lexington and Richland county economic development officials are teaming up again to host the 2nd annual Business-2-Business Supplier Matchmaker Event on Thursday, April 23, 2020, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention…
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GreenCore Materials to establish operations in Georgetown County
January 29, 2020More Than $10 Million Investment to Create 74 New Jobs GreenCore Materials, a new manufacturer of composite materials used to strengthen plastic extruded profiles, today announced plans to establish operations…
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Refresco expanding operations in Greenville County
January 16, 2020
Investment to Create 25 New Jobs Refresco, a global leader among independent bottlers for retailers and A-brands in Europe and North America, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenville…
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Optimized Armor, Inc. establishing new operations in York County
January 15, 2020
More Than $3.7 Million Investment Creating 100 New Jobs Optimized Armor, Inc., an industry-leading armor steel supplier, announced plans to establish operations in York County. The more than $3.7 million…
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Pee Dee Extractors, LLC establishing operations in Marion County
January 13, 2020More Than $2.9 Million Investment to Create 25 New Jobs Pee Dee Extractors, LLC, a hemp processing company, announced plans to establish operations in Marion County. The company’s more $2.9…
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Huber Engineered Woods LLC establishing operations in Dillon County
January 13, 2020
$30 Million Investment to Create 30 New Jobs Huber Engineered Woods LLC (HEW), a leading manufacturer of specialty building products throughout the United States, today announced plans to establish operations…
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EngenuitySC to Host Midlands Regional Competitiveness Week, Jan. 24-31
January 13, 2020
EngenuitySC, a nonprofit that works to make the Columbia, South Carolina, region a standout choice for top talent and competitive companies, has announced the schedule for its third annual Midlands…
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The Pete Store breaks ground on new South Carolina facility
January 13, 2020
The Pete Store, LLC announced that construction is underway on a new 40,000 sq.ft. facility located in West Columbia, SC. Located on 11 acres just off I-26 at Exit 119,…
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Jemison Metals expanding Sumter County operations
December 19, 2019More Than $14 Million Investment to Create 57 New Jobs Jemison Metals, a leading supplier of carbon flat-rolled products, today announced plans to expand operations in Sumter County. The more…
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Executive management firm 98 Ventures adding 150 jobs in South Carolina
December 5, 2019
Company expanding into new facilities in Poe West development in Village of West Greenville in early 2020 98 Ventures, an executive management services company, today announced plans to expand operations…
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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, 2019
United 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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Chicago-based Novel Coworking expands to Columbia’s Main Street
November 26, 2019
National workspace provider Novel Coworking announced plans to acquire 1122 Lady Street and expand their business to downtown Columbia in the 12-story building at the corner of Main and Lady…
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Progress amps up across the BullStreet District
November 1, 2019
A third national business is headed to Columbia’s newest downtown destination If you drive by the massive, 181-acre BullStreet District — known as the largest urban redevelopment project on the…
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Sapience Automation to establish operations in Berkeley County
October 30, 2019
Investment Creating 26 Jobs Sapience Automation, a full-service integrator of robot systems, is establishing operations in Berkeley County. The $500,000 investment is expected to create 26 new jobs. Focusing on the integration of…
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Eight economic developers earn Elite Certification
October 29, 2019
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) and S.C. Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced that eight economic development professionals have earned the accreditation of SC Certified Economic Developer (SCCED)…
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Advanced technology company investing $3 million in Richland County operations
October 27, 2019
REI Automation, a Columbia, South Carolina-based company specializing in designing and building custom industrial robotic equipment for automotive, medical, nuclear, electronics industries and consumer goods is expanding its operations in…
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