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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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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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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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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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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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 – 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, 2024

Over 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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A Conversation with Martin White, Ruffian Software

  October 15, 2024

Martin White earned his Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Clemson University in 1998. He spent much of his career developing business software for managed service providers (MSPs) worldwide.…

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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding

  October 2, 2024

JVPro, Qatalyst Health, and Storybutton were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. FSI Advanced Research, LifeTagger, Little Beeings, and SMPL-C received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies…

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National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership appoints Dr. Justin Habash as senior vice president of leadership programs and chief learning officer

  September 26, 2024

The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, a newly founded initiative promoting leadership through the Medal of Honor’s core principles, announced Dr. Justin Habash has joined the team as…

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A Conversation with Harold Singletary, BrightMa Farms

  September 24, 2024

From seed to manufacturing, BrightMa Farms is a Charleston-based AgTech company that has built a sustainable circular economy model with industrial hemp as the product. BrightMa Farms brings together state-of-the-art…

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Image Studios is coming to the BullStreet District this fall

  September 19, 2024

The redefinition of the way beauty professionals work and thrive is coming to Columbia, S.C. IMAGE Studios® is slated to open its first luxury salon studio in Columbia this November…

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SCbio’s life sciences accelerator, SCbioDrive, announces inaugural cohort of oncology and neuroscience startups

  September 12, 2024

Seven emerging life science startups from South Carolina to Taiwan to receive guidance, mentoring and business-focused curriculum modules taught by industry experts including Charles River Labs,  Deloitte, Eli Lilly, Maynard Nexsen,…

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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding

  September 4, 2024

NovaVia Spine and Biologics, Tax Titans, and Terratory were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Dealerverse, Notey, and Querri received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive…

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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Case Status

  August 27, 2024

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Case Status. The North Charleston-based company has developed client engagement software with a simple-to-use mobile app that…

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EO Charleston announces new chapter president and board

  August 22, 2024

EO Charleston, the Lowcountry’s local chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), a global organization representing 19,000 entrepreneurs from more than 80 countries, welcomes a new chapter president and board of directors…

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SCRA awards nearly $4 million to South Carolina colleges and universities

  August 20, 2024

Lectures and term papers won’t be the only things happening in the state’s colleges and universities as faculty and students return this fall. Some will work on life-saving innovations such…

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Emerger Strategies’ Sustainability Boot Camp at Lowcountry Local First

  August 12, 2024

Love the Lowcountry? Want to ensure your company is protecting what you love by being socially and environmentally responsible? Our Sustainability Boot Camp series is designed to empower businesses with…

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Annie Caggiano joins SCbio Strategic Advisory Board

  August 7, 2024

Annie Caggiano, Director of Global Business Development with the South Carolina Department of Commerce, has been appointed to the SCbio Strategic Advisory Board. Caggiano brings 20 years of economic development…

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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding

  August 6, 2024

Go Fig, Little Beeings, Sphere, Strata Platforms, RFIDKNOW, and Tabbi were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Imagine Home Digital, MyUI, MyVoluntier Operations, SafeMedWaste, and Virtual Business 360 received…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Angel Holmes, Like Minded CHS

  July 24, 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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SC Launch Inc. announces third investment in Bubble Paper

  July 23, 2024

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Bubble Paper as part of a $10 million Series A funding round. The Greenville-based company is revolutionizing the packaging industry with its…

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20 South Battery launches exclusive new packages

  July 18, 2024

20 South Battery, a historic boutique hotel in Charleston, SC, today announces exciting new packages designed to offer guests unparalleled experiences in the Holy City. These packages include the “Water…

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SC NEXUS one of 12 tech hubs to receive millions in federal funding

  July 2, 2024

SC NEXUS awarded $45 million to advance cyber-secure grid resilience technologies (GRT) SC NEXUS received $45 million in implementation grant funding through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration…

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SCbio welcomes Chelsey Lee as Entrepreneurship and Innovation Lead

  June 24, 2024

SCbio welcomes Chelsey Lee as Entrepreneurship and Innovation Lead, a new role that will build resources and opportunities for life sciences startups in South Carolina. Lee will oversee the operations…

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SCbio welcomes Community Development and Marketing Coordinator for new Greenville life science hub

  June 17, 2024

SCbio welcomes Kimberly Penick as Community Development and Marketing Coordinator for Main Street Labs, the newest 100,000-square-foot development in downtown Greenville that will become a laboratory hub for life sciences.…

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