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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City Center Partnership celebrates 14th anniversary & announces new officers for 2016
November 17, 2015
COLUMBIA, 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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Silcotech Carolina announces additional investment in York County operations
November 16, 2015
Liquid Injection Molding Firm Celebrates Grand Opening of York County Facility YORK COUNTY, SC — Silcotech, a global leader in liquid injection molding, has celebrated the grand opening of its…
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General Information Services expanding Midlands operations
November 16, 2015
Background Screening Provider Investing More Than $2.7 Million In New Richland County Facility COLUMBIA, SC – General Information Services, Inc. (GIS), one of the most experienced and largest background screening…
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Downtown Greenville becomes home to WYNIT Distribution’s headquarters
November 13, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – WYNIT Distribution will be one of the largest companies headquartered downtown by the end of 2016, company officials confirmed. The globally recognized leading consumer electronics and emerging…
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Anderson School District 3 Uses JEDA Bonds to Power Energy Project
November 11, 2015
IVA, SC – Anderson County – Anderson County School District 3 is using a $5.2 million bond issue from the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to implement energy conservation measures…
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2 Fat 2 Fly, Aflac VP & Columbia Design League Founders to Speak at EngenuitySC’s Ignite! on Nov. 18
November 11, 2015Online Voting Open, Tickets on Sale COLUMBIA, SC – 2 Fat 2 Fly food truck founders and Oprah’s OWN Network reality TV stars Ramone Dickerson and Corey Simmons will join…
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2 Fat 2 Fly, Aflac VP & Columbia Design League Founders to Speak at EngenuitySC’s Ignite! on Nov. 18
November 11, 2015
Online Voting Open, Tickets on Sale COLUMBIA, SC – 2 Fat 2 Fly food truck founders and Oprah’s OWN Network reality TV stars Ramone Dickerson and Corey Simmons will join…
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SAGE Automotive Interiors expanding Abbeville County operations
November 10, 2015
ABBEVILLE, SC – SAGE Automotive Interiors, a firm that develops and manufactures innovative automotive bodycloth and headliners, is investing $4 million to expand its existing operations in Abbeville County, where…
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Red Ventures breaking ground on $90 million campus expansion in Lancaster County
November 4, 2015
Investment expected to create 1,500 new jobs LANCASTER, SC – Red Ventures, a technology-enabled sales and digital marketing company, has broken ground on the expansion of its existing Lancaster County…
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Reinicke Athens expanding its new Laurens County operations
November 4, 2015
Company planning to invest an additional $5.5 million in new facility LAURENS COUNTY, SC – Reinicke Athens, Inc. (RAI), a Georgia-based leading industrial contractor, is planning to invest an…
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Palmetto Engineering expanding Upstate operations
November 3, 2015Company Investing $1.2 Million To Establish New Anderson County Facility UPSTATE, SC – Palmetto Engineering, a firm that specializes in telecommunications engineering, industrial electrical engineering and GIS telecommunications software,…
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Lakeside Steel and Machine expanding Upstate operations
November 3, 2015Company Investing $2.5 Million To Expand Anderson County Operations ANDERSON, SC – Lakeside Steel and Machine, Inc., a firm that specializes in heavy steel and metal fabrication, is expanding its…
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Precision Metal Fabricators expanding Barnwell County operations
November 3, 2015Company Investing $500,000 To Relocate To A Larger Facility In Williston, S.C. WILLISTON, SC – Precision Metal Fabricators, Inc., a firm that specializes in the manufacturing of metal and fabricated…
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Auriga Polymers expanding Upstate operations
November 2, 2015
Company Investing More Than $35 Million To Expand Spartanburg County Operations SPARTANBURG COUNTY, SC – Auriga Polymers Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, one of…
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Poly-America Establishing South Carolina Operations
October 28, 2015
Company Investing $100 Million to Open Chester County Facility CHESTER, SC — Poly-America, one of the largest polyethylene film manufacturers in the U.S., is establishing South Carolina operations with Carolina…
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ScanSource expanding Upstate headquarters
October 26, 2015
Company Creating More Than 100 Highly-Skilled Career Positions at Greenville County Headquarters Location GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC – ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), the leading global provider of technology products and…
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Nupi Americas, Inc. establishing operations in Lowcountry
October 22, 2015
Company Investing $4.9 Million to Establish a Warehousing and Distribution Facility in Hampton County HAMPTON COUNTY, SC – Nupi Americas, Inc., a North American subsidiary of Nupi Industrie Italiane,…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Director of Global Business Development
October 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that Nelson Lindsay has joined the agency as the Director of Global Business Development. In this role, Lindsay will be…
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