Dolphins living near urban coastline show more frequent exposure to chemicals from plastics
July 22, 2025New study compared concentrations of endocrine-disrupting compounds between dolphins from Sarasota Bay, Florida, and Barataria Bay, Louisiana Dolphins that live near urban coastlines appear to be exposed more frequently to…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Erin Pacitti, Boundless Marketing Co.
July 22, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets (Columbia,…
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New South Carolina initiative to put nature at the heart of workforce and community wellbeing
July 10, 2025
Nature at Work to launch on July 14 in Columbia, uniting leaders across sectors to create a healthier, more resilient South Carolina. Nature at Work, a new statewide initiative focused…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
July 1, 2025
Carolina Biologics, Make Startups, Thrive Data, and WaterUS were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Carolina Biologics, Clemson Composite Center, Coastal Carolina University, GreenCape Health, Health Evolve, and Tandem…
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Entrepreneur Minute – John Seaman, Data Moose
June 26, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Charleston Learning Center to offer Google Career Certificates
June 17, 2025
Learning Paths Focus on Seven High-Demand Careers Charleston Digital (CDC) announced that the Charleston Learning Center is partnering with Google to provide residents of the Tri-County area with scholarships for…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Q Moldrik, Legacy Digital Media
June 12, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Atlantic acquires Interloop to deepen data & AI capabilities
June 10, 2025
NY-based firm expands its Microsoft expertise and strengthens its ability to deliver data-driven outcomes for SMB and Mid-market organizations. Atlantic, Tomorrow’s Office, an award-winning provider of managed services and digital…
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SCRA announces new Member Company and grant funding
June 10, 2025
Realize Ascent was accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority Member Company. CarbonCents, Oncoblaze, Torpedo Bio, and Volare Boats received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Cathy Rigg, Author
May 20, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies
May 20, 2025
Alita, BIDR, Mahi-Labs, Ripple Two, and Scout OS were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Alita was accepted as an SCRA Member Company. The Charleston-based life science startup developed…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in NeuroQuest
May 15, 2025
SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has invested $250,000 in NeuroQuest. The Charleston-based company is developing NeuroScreen® to provide an accurate and affordable blood…
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Groundbreaking marks exciting new chapter for Caliente Ballroom in Mount Pleasant
May 13, 2025A celebratory crowd gathered last week in the heart of Mount Pleasant to witness the official groundbreaking of Caliente Ballroom—a long-awaited project that brings together the vision of local entrepreneur…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Sharon Tchonev, Varna International
April 23, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
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Harbor Entrepreneur Center launches pilot accelerator internship program with MBA College of Charleston students
April 15, 2025
The Harbor Entrepreneur Center (HEC), a nonprofit innovation hub located in the Town of Mount Pleasant and home to more than 100 businesses, launched its Accelerator Internship Program. HEC has…
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SCbio’s life sciences accelerator, SCbioDrive, announces Spring 2025 cohort of oncology and neuroscience startups
April 10, 2025
Six emerging life science startups from South Carolina to Ireland to receive guidance, mentoring and business-focused curriculum modules taught by industry experts, including Deloitte, Eli Lilly, Inspire Agency, Maynard Nexsen,…
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SCRA presents Company, Founder, and Researcher of the Year Awards at Annual Summit
April 10, 2025Hundreds gathered at the South Carolina Research Authority’s annual summit in Columbia yesterday, where Charleston-based Case Status was awarded Company of the Year, Jim Jacob of StoryButton was awarded Founder of the…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Zach Giglio, GCM
April 7, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jonathan Yantis, Quicksort Rx
March 30, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Larry Collett, Automation Captain
March 18, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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City of Charleston announces 2025 Small Business Opportunity Expo
March 11, 2025
The City of Charleston announced the highly anticipated Small Business Opportunity Expo is returning this year. This year’s event promises to unite industry leaders, innovators, and creatives from across the…
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$60,000 awarded at Palmetto Goodwill’s “Shark Tank”-style showcase for small business owners
March 11, 2025
Local entrepreneurs competed for investment funding at Palmetto Goodwill’s “Shark Tank”-inspired showcase. Five ambitious small business owners, representing the top graduates of our nonprofit’s intensive 12-week Microenterprise Accelerator Program (MAP), delivered…
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Entrepreneurial leader Angel Holmes launches “Never Stop Dreaming BIGGIE” podcast
March 11, 2025
Angel Holmes, founder of Like Minded Charleston and The Brighter Side Society, launched the “Never Stop Dreaming BIGGIE,” a weekly podcast dedicated to helping ambitious entrepreneurs turn their biggest dreams…
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A Conversation with Joel Edwards, Humimic Medical
March 5, 2025
Humimic Medical, an SCRA Member Company, is an industry leader in high-grade medical products. Their first invention, the ballistic gel, is best known for setting the standard for durability, quality,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Andy Seavers, Case Status
February 27, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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VentureSouth and Vicinity announce joint venture to create the premier platform for local alternative investing
February 26, 2025
VentureSouth and Vicinity announced a powerful new joint venture to create the premier platform for local alternative investing – Vicinity Ventures. Vicinity Ventures combines the strengths of VentureSouth and Vicinity…
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EO Charleston and Harbor Entrepreneur Center host networking events
February 20, 2025
EO Charleston, the area’s local chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), a global business network for entrepreneurs, announced its partnership with the Harbor Entrepreneur Center for the “Hustle & Flow” happy…
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Harbor Entrepreneur Center experiences growth and launches global supply chain program
February 5, 2025
The Harbor Entrepreneur Center (HEC), a nonprofit innovation hub located in the Town of Mount Pleasant and home to more than 100 businesses, announced it is a recipient of a…
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A Conversation with Joshua Snead, Rainwalk Technology
February 4, 2025
Rainwalk is a Columbia-based startup that provides pet health insurance. Their online platform offers easy and quick claims processing, covers most veterinary bills, and provides end-to-end pet insurance support online.…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
February 4, 2025
Jaya Biosciences and OrthoTract Innovations were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. ElectroWire received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits and Startup Resources,…
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Like Minded CHS brings connection and growth to Charleston’s women entrepreneurs this February
February 3, 2025
Like Minded CHS, Charleston’s premier community for women entrepreneurs, announces a dynamic lineup of February events designed to inspire, connect, and empower female business owners in the Charleston area. WHAT:…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jordan Fowler, Shaw Circle
January 28, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Entrepreneur Minute – John Powell, Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE)
January 23, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in VBASE Oil Company
January 23, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in VBASE Oil Company. The Pendleton-based startup manufactures a new class of sustainable, high-performance base oils that are biobased,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Ruth Jordan, Entrepreneur Resource Center
January 8, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding
January 7, 2025
myMechanic, The After Cancer, and Volare Boats were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Brokerbase, NovaVia Spine & Biologics, Rapid Title, and Zitles received new grant funding. All…
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Like Minded CHS kicks off 2025 with transformative events for women entrepreneurs
January 5, 2025
Like Minded CHS, Charleston’s premier community for women entrepreneurs, announces an exciting lineup of January events designed to empower and connect female business owners in the Charleston area. WHAT:…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
December 10, 2024
Bio Streamline, Brokerbase, Ducklinks, Graphio, Marine Diagnostic Tools, Politexts, and VayuClear were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Advent Innovations, Imagine Home Digital, Go Fig AI, Qatalyst Health, and…
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Leukogene Therapeutics welcomes industry veteran Dr. Sandeep Gupta as its Chief Executive Officer
December 9, 2024
CHARLESTON, SC – Leukogene Therapeutics Inc. announced the appointment of Dr. Sandeep Gupta as its Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Gupta has had a distinguished career in pharma spanning 25+ years…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Sandra Nikolajevs, Charleston Chamber Music
December 4, 2024
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Charleston tech wages and jobs remain strong in 2024
December 3, 2024
In its Annual Wage & Job Growth Survey, Charleston Digital reports that the per-capita wage at companies participating in the 2024 survey is $120,142. This figure is more than double…
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Like Minded CHS announces December’s event line-up
November 26, 2024
Like Minded CHS, a community for women entrepreneurs and leaders, announced a dynamic lineup of events throughout December. Designed to inspire, connect, and empower, these events offer a chance to…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jesse Blom, The Green Heart Project and Sean Fleming, Revelry Brewing Company
November 21, 2024
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Darlene Heater, Charleston Parks Conservancy
November 12, 2024
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Charleston tech companies raise combined $100 million
November 12, 2024Over the past six months, multiple tech companies in the Charleston region have together raised just under $100 million in capital to fund their growth and expansion. The companies include:…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
November 7, 2024
Atticus Pharma, Blotting Innovations, GreenCape Health, and Tikvah Health & Wellness were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Health Evolve Technologies received new grant funding. All SCRA Member…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Christopher Burtt, Carnes Crossroads
November 5, 2024
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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MUSC Health leader recognized as top global chief digital officer
October 23, 2024
HotTopics, a company that brings together C-suite leaders from across the globe, has named MUSC Health Chief Digital Transformation Officer Crystal Broj a 2024 Global Chief Digital Officer 100 Award…
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Emerger Strategies launches 2025 Sustainability Boot Camps for Charleston businesses committed to a more sustainable future
October 18, 2024
Emerger Strategies, a leader in sustainability consulting and education, announced the launch of its 2025 Sustainability Boot Camps, designed to help businesses of all sizes embrace sustainable practices, reduce their…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Ashley Demosthenes, Lowcountry Land Trust
October 17, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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