New websites to help South Carolinians search for jobs
March 15, 2017
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) has enhanced its powerful online job-matching website SCWorks.org with the comprehensive search engine SCWorks.jobs. SCWorks.jobs allows job seekers to look for work…
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New websites to help South Carolinians search for jobs
March 15, 2017
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) has enhanced its powerful online job-matching website SCWorks.org with the comprehensive search engine SCWorks.jobs. SCWorks.jobs allows job seekers to look for work…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: employment, government, on-the-move
Employment hits new record as labor force grows
March 13, 2017
While the number of people working in South Carolina hit a new record and the size of the workforce rose, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased slightly in January. “It…
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Employment hits new record as labor force grows
March 13, 2017
While the number of people working in South Carolina hit a new record and the size of the workforce rose, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased slightly in January. “It…
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The South Carolina Employment First Initiative announces #HireMeSC social media launch at annual transition conference
March 7, 2017The South Carolina Employment First Initiative is thrilled to announce the launch of its social media campaign, #HireMeSC, at the annual Empowering a Future and Mapping Your Future 2017 conferences.…
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The South Carolina Employment First Initiative announces #HireMeSC social media launch at annual transition conference
March 7, 2017
The South Carolina Employment First Initiative is thrilled to announce the launch of its social media campaign, #HireMeSC, at the annual Empowering a Future and Mapping Your Future 2017 conferences.…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation December 2016
January 23, 2017
Employment Marks Another New Record in December South Carolinians continued to find work in December as employment rose to a new record high and unemployment dropped for the eighth consecutive…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation December 2016
January 23, 2017
Employment Marks Another New Record in December South Carolinians continued to find work in December as employment rose to a new record high and unemployment dropped for the eighth consecutive…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds two employees to team
November 29, 2016
The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Lauren Lyons as its new Venue Captain and Anna-Kate Sherrill as its newest Wedding Director. Lyons began her career at The Old Cigar Warehouse…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds two employees to team
November 29, 2016
The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Lauren Lyons as its new Venue Captain and Anna-Kate Sherrill as its newest Wedding Director. Lyons began her career at The Old Cigar Warehouse…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation October 2016
November 18, 2016
Employment Continues Climb, Unemployment Rate Falls Again The South Carolina unemployment rate continued its downward trend in October as employment levels reached another record high. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation October 2016
November 18, 2016
Employment Continues Climb, Unemployment Rate Falls Again The South Carolina unemployment rate continued its downward trend in October as employment levels reached another record high. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate…
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DEW is putting veterans to work
November 10, 2016Olin Booker was out of a job, out of money and out of time. In January 2016, he was packing to move back to Georgia when he was advised by…
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DEW is putting veterans to work
November 10, 2016
Olin Booker was out of a job, out of money and out of time. In January 2016, he was packing to move back to Georgia when he was advised by…
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Redesigned training provider portal connects individuals to education
November 2, 2016
SC Works has launched its new Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Eligible Training Provider List website to better link individuals to organizations that can provide education and training to…
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Three additional counties affected by Hurricane Matthew eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
October 31, 2016
Gov. Nikki Haley and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce announced today that Berkeley, Charleston, and Chesterfield counties are eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). Funds will be made…
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SC Works commences second phase of talent pipeline development
October 30, 2016
The Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced that Maher & Maher, a talent development consulting firm from New Jersey, will manage the development and implementation of SC Works Phase…
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SC Works commences second phase of talent pipeline development
October 30, 2016
The Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced that Maher & Maher, a talent development consulting firm from New Jersey, will manage the development and implementation of SC Works Phase…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation September 2016
October 21, 2016
Employment sets new record high; Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.9 Percent The number of South Carolinians working in September rose to an all-time high while the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation September 2016
October 21, 2016
Employment sets new record high; Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.9 Percent The number of South Carolinians working in September rose to an all-time high while the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment…
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New contact center in Greenville County is now hiring
October 20, 2016
Morley, an award-winning customer service company, is now hiring to fill its new customer contact center in Greenville County. The new facility will create more than 270 new jobs, the…
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Four additional counties affected by Hurricane Matthew eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
October 19, 2016
Gov. Nikki Haley and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce announced today that Clarendon, Calhoun, Horry and Marlboro counties are eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). Funds will be…
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Wagner Wealth Management expands to Atlanta
September 26, 2016
Wagner Wealth Management has added Robert Goggin as the firm’s first financial advisor based in Atlanta. Goggin comes to Wagner Wealth Management from Peachtree Capital in Atlanta. Additionally, he worked…
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Wagner Wealth Management expands to Atlanta
September 26, 2016
Wagner Wealth Management has added Robert Goggin as the firm’s first financial advisor based in Atlanta. Goggin comes to Wagner Wealth Management from Peachtree Capital in Atlanta. Additionally, he worked…
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Terminix announces six promotions in North & South Carolina
September 22, 2016Terminix Service, Inc. (TSI), an award-winning pest control company in regions of North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, is proud to announce the promotions of six employees. “Terminix has been…
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Terminix announces six promotions in North & South Carolina
September 22, 2016
Terminix Service, Inc. (TSI), an award-winning pest control company in regions of North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, is proud to announce the promotions of six employees. “Terminix has been…
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Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop
September 21, 2016
South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…
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Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop
September 21, 2016
South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…
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All Clear Plumbing adds apprentice to growing team
August 29, 2016
All Clear Plumbing welcomes Chris Gast as an apprentice, continuing to grow its team of skilled tradesmen. Gast is a Mauldin High School graduate, and is training to become a…
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All Clear Plumbing adds apprentice to growing team
August 29, 2016
All Clear Plumbing welcomes Chris Gast as an apprentice, continuing to grow its team of skilled tradesmen. Gast is a Mauldin High School graduate, and is training to become a…
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Liquid Catering hires Marketing and Graphic Design Coordinator
August 25, 2016
Liquid Catering has added Alyssa Barkley as its Marketing and Graphic Design Coordinator. Barkley is a graduate of Cedarville University where she was a member of the volleyball team and…
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Liquid Catering hires Marketing and Graphic Design Coordinator
August 25, 2016
Liquid Catering has added Alyssa Barkley as its Marketing and Graphic Design Coordinator. Barkley is a graduate of Cedarville University where she was a member of the volleyball team and…
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Workplace Recovery solutions shield companies from business interruptions
August 8, 2016How to shock proof your business for $1 per day, even if your entire office shuts down due to a disaster For decades, companies have had little choice when selecting…
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Workplace Recovery solutions shield companies from business interruptions
August 8, 2016
How to shock proof your business for $1 per day, even if your entire office shuts down due to a disaster For decades, companies have had little choice when selecting…
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Bravo1 Protection to host job fair this month
August 8, 2016
Looking for part time event and security work? Then Bravo1 Protection is looking for you. Bravo1 Protection is a private security company that focuses on providing hospitality-driven, exceptional security services for bars,…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation June 2016
July 22, 2016
DEW Executive Director Cheryl Stanton’s Statement: “It has been 15 years since our unemployment rate has been this low. Businesses are putting their trust in us that we can provide…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation June 2016
July 22, 2016
DEW Executive Director Cheryl Stanton’s Statement: “It has been 15 years since our unemployment rate has been this low. Businesses are putting their trust in us that we can provide…
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South Carolina a fully certified work ready state
July 6, 2016
Gov. Nikki Haley announced today that the final two counties, Jasper and Richland, have received certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative, making South Carolina the first…
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South Carolina a fully certified work ready state
July 6, 2016
Gov. Nikki Haley announced today that the final two counties, Jasper and Richland, have received certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative, making South Carolina the first…
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Colliers Special Report: Why South Carolina will Continue to be a Favorite for Foreign Investors
July 1, 2016
South Carolina may have received greater national attention for many of its economic developments announcements in recent years, especially its foreign direct investments (FDI), but anyone who’s been watching the…
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Colliers Special Report: Why South Carolina will Continue to be a Favorite for Foreign Investors
July 1, 2016
South Carolina may have received greater national attention for many of its economic developments announcements in recent years, especially its foreign direct investments (FDI), but anyone who’s been watching the…
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Continuing education arm of GTC renamed as Economic Development and Corporate Training Division
June 22, 2016
New name reflects role and scope of services Greenville Technical College (GTC) is committed to providing the best training for corporate, professional, and personal career development. In the last…
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DEW launches new website to better support workforce development, employers and jobseekers
June 21, 2016
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) has launched a new version of the dew.sc.gov website. The update not only refreshes the look and feel of the site, it…
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DEW launches new website to better support workforce development, employers and jobseekers
June 21, 2016
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) has launched a new version of the dew.sc.gov website. The update not only refreshes the look and feel of the site, it…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: employment, government, on-the-move
South Carolina’s Employment Growth Remains Positive
June 17, 2016
The number of South Carolinians working continued its climb to a new record level in May, which helped push the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate down to 5.6 percent in May…
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South Carolina’s Employment Growth Remains Positive
June 17, 2016
The number of South Carolinians working continued its climb to a new record level in May, which helped push the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate down to 5.6 percent in May…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds summer intern
June 16, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Caroline Greissinger as a marketing and sales intern. Greissinger is a Clemson University Dean’s List student, whose previous experience includes serving…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse adds summer intern
June 16, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Caroline Greissinger as a marketing and sales intern. Greissinger is a Clemson University Dean’s List student, whose previous experience includes serving…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: employment, on-the-move
$200,000 federal grant awarded to SC Technical College System to expand apprenticeship in South Carolina
June 3, 2016
Funding to be used to promote apprenticeships across all industries and increase awareness of youth apprenticeship programs in South Carolina COLUMBIA, SC – The U.S. Department of Labor awarded…
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$200,000 federal grant awarded to SC Technical College System to expand apprenticeship in South Carolina
June 3, 2016
Funding to be used to promote apprenticeships across all industries and increase awareness of youth apprenticeship programs in South Carolina COLUMBIA, SC – The U.S. Department of Labor awarded…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: education, employment, on-the-move
