Abacus Planning Group, Inc. announces Jon J. Robertson as shareholder
February 23, 2016
Abacus Planning Group, Inc., announces that Jon J. Robertson, LL.M, CFP® has become a shareholder in the firm. Mr. Robertson joined Abacus in 2007 shortly after receiving his Juris Doctor…
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Columbia Ranks as one of South Carolina’s Healthiest Housing Markets
February 22, 2016
New York financial technology company SmartAsset released the rankings from its second annual Healthiest Housing Markets Study and Columbia made the list at number 7 in South Carolina, up from…
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Sun City Produce establishing new Upstate distribution center
February 19, 2016
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the County-chartered organization tasked with advancing the area’s economic growth, announced that Sun City Produce, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sun Commodities, Inc., is establishing…
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Sun City Produce establishing new Upstate distribution center
February 19, 2016
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), the County-chartered organization tasked with advancing the area’s economic growth, announced that Sun City Produce, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sun Commodities, Inc., is establishing…
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Oconee Economic Alliance named among “America’s Top Economic Development Corporations” by Global Trade Magazine
February 17, 2016
The Oconee Economic Alliance has been recognized as one of Global Trade Magazine’s “America’s Top EDCs” in their February/March 2016 issue. Global Trade – a magazine geared toward U.S. companies…
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South Carolina recognized for achievement in foreign direct investment
February 15, 2016
fdi Magazine Announces Palmetto State As Its National Champion Governor Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that the State of South Carolina has once again been…
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South Carolina recognized for achievement in foreign direct investment
February 15, 2016
fdi Magazine Announces Palmetto State As Its National Champion Governor Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that the State of South Carolina has once again been…
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The International Transportation Innovation Center appoints Chief Technology Officer
February 11, 2016
Dr. Joachim G. Taiber takes the technical lead to attract world-class automotive R&D and technology event activities at ITIC The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) has bolstered its executive…
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Jason Speake joins South Carolina Power Team as Senior Project Manager
February 10, 2016
South Carolina Power Team announces the addition of Jason Speake to its Global Business team as senior project manager. In his new role Jason will focus on new industry recruitment and…
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Ten at the Top to host The Pique, Young Leaders Elevating the Upstate on March 7th
February 8, 2016
Ten at the Top (TATT) will host the PIQUE, an event focusing on the collaboration and connection of young professionals in the ten county Upstate, which includes Abbeville, Anderson, Cherokee,…
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Charleston Regional Development Alliance launches new website
February 4, 2016
For the first time in nine years, the Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) has launched a completely redesigned new economic development website for Charleston | South Carolina | USA: charlestoneconomicdevelopment.com.…
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Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission establishing operations in Columbia, SC
February 3, 2016
Company expected to invest more than $10 million in operations facility Dominion Resources, Inc., one of the nation’s largest producers and transporters of energy, is expanding its operations in the…
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Strategic Development Group helps Nutramax Laboratories expand Lancaster County operations
February 3, 2016Strategic Development Group helps Nutramax Laboratories expand Lancaster County operations Company investing additional $15 million and creating 125 new jobs Strategic Development Group (SDG), one of the nation’s leading corporate site…
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BUSCOT LLC establishing operations in Colleton County
February 3, 2016Company Investing $1.15 Million To Establish Its First U.S. Facility BUSCOT LLC, an Italy-based producer of specialty bearings, is establishing manufacturing operations in Colleton County. The $1.15 million investment in…
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Burroughs & Chapin Company, Inc. unveils the first phase of its new vision for Broadway at the Beach
February 3, 2016
The relocation of Hard Rock Cafe Myrtle Beach and the area’s first Dave & Buster’s will be part of this multiyear transformation . . Burroughs & Chapin Company, Inc. officially…
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The Article 6 Marital Trust created under the Jerry Zucker Revocable Trust purchases shares of Titan Logix Corp.
February 3, 2016
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – The Article 6 Marital Trust created under the First Amended and Restated Jerry Zucker Revocable Trust dated 4-2-07 (the “Trust“) announced that it has purchased 469,400 common…
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South Carolina business recruitment tops $4.2 billion in 2015
February 3, 2016South Carolina posted another solid business recruitment year in 2015, with capital investment recruited to the state topping $4 billion. From January to December 2015, the state won 150 economic…
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Strategic Development Group helps Nutramax Laboratories expand Lancaster County operations
February 3, 2016
Strategic Development Group helps Nutramax Laboratories expand Lancaster County operations Company investing additional $15 million and creating 125 new jobs Strategic Development Group (SDG), one of the nation’s leading corporate site…
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Nutramax Laboratories, a family of companies, expanding Lancaster County operations
February 1, 2016
Company investing an additional $15 million to create 125 new jobs Nutramax Laboratories and its family of companies, a leading manufacturer of nutritional supplement products for people and their…
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Greenco Beverage Company expanding operations
February 1, 2016
Establishing State-of-the-Art Distribution Center in Greenville’s Poinsett Corridor Greenco Beverage Company announced its expansion along the Poinsett Corridor in Greenville, South Carolina. Planned is a 130,000 square foot, state-of-the-art distribution…
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South Carolina Angel Network announces record 2015 results
January 28, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Angel Network (SCAN) announces its record results for 2015. Last year the organization expanded from three angel groups to eight, with more than 220 members across…
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NARENCO establishing solar power operations in Allendale County
January 27, 2016
Company on pace to invest more than $85 million in solar power facility National Renewable Energy Corporation (NARENCO), a leading renewable energy independent power producer focused on development, engineering,…
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Walmart Neighborhood Market brings new jobs and fresh groceries to Columbia
January 27, 2016
New store offers convenient in-store and digital shopping at Walmart prices; Opens Jan. 27, 2016 COLUMBIA, SC – The new Walmart Neighborhood Market in Columbia will open to the community…
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New JEDA bonds assist Furman’s 2006 investment in expansion
January 26, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University is using $64.69 million in Series 2015 Economic Development Revenue and Revenue Refunding Bonds, issued through the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to refinance…
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Ten at The Top announces date for 2016 Upstate Regional Summit
January 26, 2016
Fortune Magazine’s senior editor to headline event themed around “Creating a Leading Region” Building on the successful 2014 Upstate Regional Summit: Re-Checking Our Reality, Ten at the Top is pleased…
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3i Products Establishing Lancaster County Operations
January 25, 2016
Company Investing $3 Million To Create 100 New Jobs 3i Products, Inc., a company that specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of indoor and outdoor cushions and pillows, is establishing…
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Daimler Trucks North America expanding Upstate operations
January 20, 2016
Company investing more than $22 million to expand Cherokee County facility Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced the investment of $22.7 million in Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) to…
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Cobb-Vantress, Inc. establishing operations in the Upstate
January 20, 2016
Company Investing $22 Million To Construct Feed Mill In Laurens County LAURENS COUNTY, SC — Cobb-Vantress, Inc., a leading poultry research and development firm and subsidiary of Tyson Foods, Inc., will…
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D&W Fine Pack expanding Upstate operations
January 13, 2016
Company Investing $20 Million To Expand Laurens County Operations D&W Fine Pack (D&W), a Mid Oaks Investment portfolio company, is expanding its manufacturing operations in Laurens County. The company’s…
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Cypress Creek Renewables establishing solar power operations in Saluda County
January 12, 2016
Company Investing More Than $12 Million In Solar Projects Cypress Creek Renewables, a company that specializes in the ownership and development of long-term solar energy projects, has taken first…
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Clemson economist sees positive signs for region in 2016
January 6, 2016
CLEMSON, SC — A robust employment environment and continued growth in the manufacturing, health, leisure and hospitality sectors have a Clemson University economics professor optimistic about the 2016 economic outlook for…
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Black Water Barrels LLC establishing operations In Bamberg County
January 6, 2016Startup Investing $3.6 Million To Establish Facility In Bamberg, S.C. Black Water Barrels LLC, a new cooperage business, is establishing operations in Bamberg County. The company is investing $3.6 million…
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AGY Holding Corp. expanding operations in Aiken County
January 6, 2016
Glass Fiber Company Investing To Expand Aiken County Operations AGY Holding Corp. (AGY), a leading global producer of glass fiber yarns and high-strength glass fiber reinforcement materials, is expanding…
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SC-based Strategic Development Group helps Bridgestone APM choose site for new facility
December 22, 2015
Strategic Development Group (SDG), one of the nation’s leading corporate site selection and economic development consulting firms, has helped Bridgestone APM Company locate and secure a site in Wheatfield, N.Y.…
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The Okonite Company Expanding Midlands Operations
December 22, 2015
Company Investing $19.5 Million To Expand Orangeburg County Facility The Okonite Company, a premier manufacturer of high-quality, insulated electric wire and cable, is expanding its existing operations in Orangeburg County.…
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Cypress Creek Renewables establishing solar power operations in Allendale County
December 21, 2015
Company Investing More Than $8 Million In Solar Project Cypress Creek Renewables, a company that specializes in the ownership and development of long-term solar energy projects, has taken first…
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Akebono Brake Corporation Expanding Midlands Operations
December 16, 2015
Company Investing More Than $40 Million To Create 100 New Jobs In Lexington County COLUMBIA, S.C. – Akebono Brake Corporation, a leader in advanced brake and friction material development production,…
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SAGE Automotive Interiors expanding Greenville County operations
December 10, 2015
Company Investing $5 Million In Existing Greenville County Facility SAGE Automotive Interiors, a firm that develops and manufactures innovative automotive seating material and headliners, is investing $5 million to…
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Monti Inc. expanding operations in Greenwood County
December 8, 2015
GREENWOOD COUNTY, SC – Monti Inc. (Monti), an industrial manufacturer, today announced plans to expand its Greenwood County manufacturing operations. The company is investing more than $500,000 in the project.…
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Cypress Creek Renewables establishing solar power operations in Dillon County
December 7, 2015
Company Investing More Than $10 Million In Solar Project Cypress Creek Renewables, a company that specializes in the ownership and development of long-term solar energy projects, has taken first…
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Earth’s Creation, USA establishing operations in Greenville County
December 3, 2015
Vitamin Manufacturer Investing $2.8 Million To Establish Upstate Manufacturing Facility Earth’s Creation, USA, a family-owned company that develops and manufactures premium quality nutritional supplements in capsules, powders, tablets and…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new International Strategy and Trade Division
December 2, 2015
Former director of Global Business Development Ford Graham to lead new division The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced the establishment of a new International Strategy and Trade Division.…
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Belton welcomes HomTex weaving division
November 30, 2015On Monday, November 30, officials from Anderson County and the City of Belton hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome HomTex, Incorporated’s weaving division to their new 300,000-square-foot home, located…
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City Center Partnership announces new VP of Recruitment for downtown Columbia
November 30, 2015City Center Partnership (CCP) is excited to welcome Jenna Sheheen Bridgers as the new Vice President of Recruitment for its organization. “We are very pleased to have Jenna join our…
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City Center Partnership announces new VP of Recruitment for downtown Columbia
November 30, 2015
City Center Partnership (CCP) is excited to welcome Jenna Sheheen Bridgers as the new Vice President of Recruitment for its organization. “We are very pleased to have Jenna join our…
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The Charleston Regional Development Alliance hires new Marketing Services Manager
November 23, 2015
The Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) is pleased to welcome Jamie DeMent as the organization’s new Marketing Services manager. Jamie DeMent brings experience in marketing, graphic design, web project development,…
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Renewable Water Resources’ team takes third in national competition
November 19, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources’ (ReWa) Operations Challenge Team, the Blackwater Bruisers, took third place overall in the National Operations Challenge Competition for Division II last month. With a…
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Renewable Water Resources’ team takes third in national competition
November 18, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources’ (ReWa) Operations Challenge Team, the Blackwater Bruisers, took third place overall in the National Operations Challenge Competition for Division II last month. With a…
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MetroConnects removes I/I in Taylors area
November 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – MetroConnects (Metro) announced the completion of the Piedmont Park Rehabilitation project. This project area covers the Piedmont Park collection system in the Taylors area of the Pelham…
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City Center Partnership celebrates 14th anniversary & announces new officers for 2016
November 17, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – City Center Partnership is pleased to announce the Board of Directors has appointed new officers for 2016. New officers include Chairman, Tripp Whitener of First Citizens Bank;…
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