Pegasus Home Fashions establishing operations in Bamberg County
Pegasus Home Fashions, a manufacturer and provider of bedding and home products, today announced plans to establish operations in Bamberg County. The $1.1 million investment is projected to create 113 new jobs. Family-owned and-operated, Pegasus Home Fashions uses the latest materials and techniques to produce and distribute bed pillows, memory foam, bedspreads, blankets, sheet sets,…
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ACI Plastics expanding Oconee County operations
Company investing $10 million into expansion ACI Plastics, a thermoplastics processor and recycler, announced plans for a $10 million expansion to its operations in Oconee County. The company will partner with PreZero, a leading recyclables manager, on this project. For more than 30 years, ACI Plastics has been known for its separation technologies for paint…
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Pamela Lackey named 2019 Humanitarian of the Year by United Way of the Midlands
United Way of the Midlands has selected Pamela Lackey as the 2019 Humanitarian of the Year, the organization’s highest award and the highest single honor of philanthropic achievement in the Midlands. The Humanitarian of the Year Award is given each year to individuals who clearly demonstrate extraordinary leadership in philanthropic and human services. “I have…
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Harris Pastides, AVX Corp., Jerry Youkey honored at record-setting life sciences conference
To resounding applause from a record gathering from 11 countries, 32 states and virtually every county in South Carolina, life sciences leaders at SCBIO 2019 in Greenville saluted three leaders – two individuals and one organization – for profound positive impact and exceptional contributions to the advancement of South Carolina’s $11.4 billion life sciences industry.…
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Business, neighborhood leaders announce 10-Point Plan to Renew Five Points
Columbia City Councilman Daniel Rickenmann Steve Cook, Owner, Saluda’s Restaurant and the President of the Five Points Association; and Rox Pollard, Director of Retail Services Team | Columbia, Colliers International discuss the importance of the 10-Point Plan At a press conference on Thursday, November 7, business owners, neighborhood leaders, and elected officials announced a new…
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REI Automation, Inc. becomes part of HAHN Group
HAHN Group has acquired REI Automation, Inc., which will continue to operate under existing management. The HAHN Group is a leading provider for factory automation and robotic solutions. The acquisition is effective as of November 1, 2019. With the company based in Columbia, South Carolina, the HAHN Group adds a hub in the important industrial…
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DIRTT Environmental Solutions, Inc. establishing operations in York County
$18.5 Million Investment Will Create More Than 100 New Jobs DIRTT Environmental Solutions, Inc., an interior construction company that uses technology for client-driven design and manufacturing, announced plans to establish operations in York County. The $18.5 million investment is expected to create more than 100 jobs. The company uses its proprietary ICE® software to design,…
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College of Charleston and Naval Information Warfare Center enter partnership
The Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic (NIWC) and the College of Charleston School of Sciences and Mathematics have announced a new educational partnership agreement. Under the agreement the two groups will share labs and equipment, partner on research, and bolster collaboration in areas such as data science, research and training projects, and other critical areas. Sebastian van Delden,…
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VC3 expands its Southeast presence with the acquisition of Tennessee-based masterIT
VC3, a market-leading managed Information Technology (IT) service provider, announced the acquisition of masterIT, a Memphis-based managed IT service provider. Both organizations are consistently ranked among the top IT service providers globally. The addition of this established Tennessee firm bolsters VC3’s ability to serve organizations in the Southeast. Sandy Reeser, VC3’s Chief Executive Officer, said,…
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S.C. Ports makes a $15.6 billion annual economic impact in the Midlands
South Carolina Ports Authority’s reach goes well beyond the Port of Charleston with 25% of its economic impact happening in the Midlands. S.C. Ports Authority (SCPA) makes a $15.6 billion annual economic impact in the Midlands and creates 55,000 jobs in the region, according to a new Economic Impact Study from the University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School…
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Southwest Airlines begins daily nonstop flight to Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
Today, Southwest Airlines began new daily nonstop service from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Southwest offers the only nonstop service on the route, providing easy access to the nation’s capital region and connecting service to additional destinations from the airline’s BWI focus city. Southwest’s new route to Baltimore/Washington provides Upstate travelers…
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Lexington Medical Center will become in-network provider for South Carolina Health Insurance Marketplace plans in 2020
Lexington Medical Center announced that the hospital and its physician practices will be in-network with two South Carolina Health Insurance Marketplace plans, beginning January 1, 2020. The plans are sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and Molina HealthCare of South Carolina. The South Carolina Health Insurance Marketplace is part of the Affordable Care Act,…
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Rep. Gary Simrill and Nella Barkley to receive Wilkins Leadership Awards
State Rep. Gary Simrill (R-York) and Nella Barkley, community leader and president of Crystal-Barkley Corporation, will receive The Riley Institute at Furman University’s 2019 David H. Wilkins Leadership Awards recognizing outstanding legislative and civic leadership in the state. The awards will be presented on the first night of the legislative session, Jan. 14, 2020, at…
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YEScarolina raises $281,000 at annual gala
YEScarolina’s 10th Annual Gala was held the evening of Friday, October 11th at the Gaillard Center, the organization’s biggest fundraiser to benefit its mission to develop opportunity through entrepreneurship. The affair recognized teachers and students from across the state, featured a Student Business Showcase, a live and silent auction, provided by YEScarolina alumnus Illusionist Caleb…
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Columbia attorneys announce new firm
Columbia attorneys Dan D’Alberto and Michael Graham have merged their law and business consulting practices to create D’Alberto & Graham Attorneys and Advisors. The firm’s legal practice areas include general counsel services, business transactions, commercial real estate, and trusts and estates, while the business consulting practice includes general consulting, strategic planning, startups, and economic development.…
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S.C. Ports makes a $63.4 billion annual economic impact on S.C.
Port operations support 1 in 10 jobs for South Carolinians South Carolina Ports Authority has long been a powerful economic engine for South Carolina, and as container volumes have doubled over the past decade, the Port’s positive economic impact on the state has significantly increased. S.C. Ports Authority (SCPA) makes a $63.4 billion annual economic impact…
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MUSC College of Medicine dean elected to prestigious National Academy of Medicine
Dean Raymond DuBois earns one of the highest honors in health and medicine Raymond N. DuBois, M.D., Ph.D., dean of the College of Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine. That puts him in the company of an elite group of internationally renowned scientists and…
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The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina announces second Tri-County location
Expansion Planned as the Need for Vision Rehabilitation Services Grows North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey, ABVI Client Katherine Vey-strachan, ABVI CEO Courtney Plotner, ABVI Board President Clay Hershey and Senator Sean Bennett. The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVI) is pleased to announce it is opening a second, permanent location in…
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Newsome’s address: S.C. Ports growing cargo, enhancing infrastructure in big-ship era
South Carolina Ports Authority President and CEO Jim Newsome has always had a vision for S.C. Ports, ensuring its best days are ahead. Newsome, who celebrates 10 years at the helm of S.C. Ports Authority this year, delivered his 11th State of the Port address today to more than 900 business executives, elected officials, SCPA customers…
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Santee Cooper eliminates $360 million in long-term debt
Acting on a key component of its 2019 Business Forecast, Santee Cooper has executed a transaction that pays off $360 million of long-term debt, which will help the utility provide stable electricity prices to customers for at least five years. The transaction authorizes payment of certain bonds issued in 2009 through 2013, 2015 and 2016,…
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College of Charleston to hold inauguration for President Hsu
Andrew T. Hsu will be formally installed as the 23rd president of the College of Charleston on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019. The inauguration ceremony will take place at 3:30 p.m. in Cistern Yard. Representatives from state and local governments, colleges and universities from across the nation, and the CofC community will participate in the inauguration celebration. Charleston Mayor…
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Strategy Plastics, LLC expanding operations to Anderson County
More than $3.4 million investment to create 81 new jobs Strategy Plastics, LLC, a full-service plastic injection molding company, announced plans to expand to Anderson County. The company’s more than $3.4 million investment is projected to create 81 new jobs. In addition to injection molding, Strategy Plastics, LLC also provides custom molding, engineering, project management,…
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McCall Farms expanding Florence County operations
$50 million Investment will Create 140 New Jobs McCall Farms, the South Carolina-based manufacturers of Margaret Holmes, Glory Foods, Peanut Patch Boiled Peanuts, Bruce’s Yams, Allens, Allens Popeye, Veg-All and Princella, announced plans to expand its existing operations in Florence County. The $50 million investment is expected to create 140 new jobs. Founded by James…
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Columbia Children’s Theatre names Larry Hembree as first Executive Director; expands staff
Columbia Children’s Theatre Board of Directors have named Larry Hembree as the theatre’s first Executive Director. Hembree, who has been on the leadership staff for several other local arts organizations including Nickelodeon Theatre, SC Arts Commission, Arts Center of Kershaw County and Trustus Theatre, assumed his new responsibilities October 1. Hembree oversees administrative staff, strategic…
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Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative welcomes Phyllis Martin as new CEO
Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative, a non-profit organization focused on improving education in Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties, is announcing the appointment of Phyllis Martin as its next chief executive officer (CEO). Martin joins TCCC after three years as the vice president of Community Impact for the United Way of Northeastern Florida in Jacksonville, Fla.…
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Charleston City Paper under new ownership
Local publishing team to keep America’s “best weekly newspaper” strong The Charleston City Paper, the Lowcountry’s alternative newspaper read by more than 110,000 people every week, has a new ownership team committed to its legacy of publishing vibrant, incisive local news and information. “We’ve got the best audience in America,” said outgoing publisher Noel Mermer. …
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Spartan Motors, Inc. launching operations in Charleston County
Investment Creating More Than 300 New Jobs Spartan Motors, Inc., a leader in fleet, work truck and specialty service vehicle manufacturing, is establishing operations in Charleston County. The $1.15 million investment is expected to create 308 new jobs. In 1975, Spartan Motors, Inc. began as a designer and builder of custom fire truck cabs and chassis.…
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Moore School’s Center for Executive Succession recognizes retired Aetna CEO with leadership award
The University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business will present the Center for Executive Succession’s 2019 Leadership Legacy Award to former Aetna Inc. chairman and CEO, Ronald A. Williams. Williams will accept the award and present a keynote at a Nov. 4 event in the Moore School’s W.W. “Hootie” Johnson Performance Hall from…
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MUSC celebrates record-breaking research awards
In other business, the board received a report from Kevin Gray, M.D., assistant provost for Research Advancement, confirming that MUSC has once again surpassed itself. In fiscal year 2019, the institution brought in more than $284 million, breaking its own record as the state’s leader in garnering extramural funding for biomedical research. In fiscal year…
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MUSC trustees vote to pursue five certificates of need
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled meeting focusing, in part, on efforts that will expand access to MUSC Health patient care services. To that end, the board voted unanimously to support filing five certificates of need with the South Carolina Department of…
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Q3 passenger traffic continues upward trend at CAE
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) continues to see strong and steady growth into Q3 of 2019. In August, passenger traffic increased 9.15% over July with 120,648 passengers traveling through CAE during the month. Year-to date traffic stats show a 17% increase over the same travel period in 2018 with 898,024 passengers traveling through CAE. “Month over…
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MUSC files for certificate of need to construct freestanding emergency department on Sea Islands
Earlier this week, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) took additional steps to expand access to MUSC Health patient care services, filing for a certificate of need (CON) to construct a freestanding emergency department (ED) on Seabrook Island Road, Johns Island. The requisite CON filing was made through the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental…
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A&R Logistics, Inc. establishing operations in Berkeley County
$60 Million Investment Creating Over 60 Jobs A&R Logistics, Inc., a leading supply chain services company providing dry bulk transportation, warehousing, packaging, third-party logistics (3PL) and export solutions to the chemical industry, is establishing a new state-of-the-art export facility in Berkeley County. The $60 million investment is expected to create over 60 new jobs. Founded…
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U.S. Department of Transportation approves Lowcountry Rapid Transit for project development phase
The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments received approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation recently to initiate project development for South Carolina’s first mass transit project. A BCDCOG initiative, the Lowcountry Rapid Transit project development will receive key funding through the DOT’s Federal Transit Administration’s Capital Investment Grant program, which will provide much needed dollars for the estimated…
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Public Education Partners hires Schumacher to serve as CEO
Public Education Partners (PEP), Greenville County’s only nonprofit focused solely on improving K–12 public education, has hired Catherine Schumacher to serve as President & CEO, effective November 4, 2019. “PEP continues to lead the way in discussions about K-12 public education, supporting and elevating teachers and their profession, and ensuring access to a quality education…
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MM Technics expanding operations in Newberry County
$6 Million Investment Creating 35 New Jobs MM Technics, an American subsidiary of automotive supplier Muhr Metalltechnik, is expanding its Newberry County operations. The $6 million investment is creating 35 new jobs. MM Technics uses state-of-the-art machineries like servo presses and automated welding equipment to supply automotive companies throughout the United States and Europe. Located…
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Three programs named finalists for Riley Institute’s WhatWorksSC Award
The Riley Institute at Furman University® has announced the three finalists for the 2019 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC™ Award, which celebrates promising education initiatives that are improving outcomes for South Carolina’s students. “I am delighted to honor and celebrate these wonderful programs,” said Dick Riley, former two-term Governor of South Carolina and United States…
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UofSC research partnerships generating over $790 million for the Palmetto State
When the University of South Carolina’s Office of Economic Engagement (OEE) first launched six years ago, its goal was to build relationships between researchers and industry partners. True to its mandate, the university has forged ties with global industry giants and is driving hundreds of millions of dollars into the state’s economy. The OEE, with…
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Salt-N-Pepa to headline Famously Hot New Year in Columbia, S.C., on Dec. 31, 2019
Legendary hip-hop trailblazers to perform free concert at S.C.’s largest NYE party Salt-N-Pepa — the legendary hip-hop duo who paved the way for female artists — will perform a free concert at Famously Hot New Year, South Carolina’s largest New Year’s Eve celebration, in downtown Columbia, S.C. on Dec. 31, 2019. The performance by the…
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ScanSource names Chief Revenue Officer
John Eldh brings proven leadership to drive sales growth and partner experience at ScanSource ScanSource, Inc., a leading provider of technology products and solutions, announced John Eldh has joined the Company as Chief Revenue Officer and Senior Executive Vice President, effective October 1, 2019. Mr. Eldh brings extensive global experience building and leading field, channel…
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Greenville Chamber announces 2020 Board of Directors, Kevin Poyck named Chair-Elect
The Greenville Chamber’s leadership has elected Kevin Poyck to chair its Board of Directors in 2021. He will take over the highest volunteer leadership role for the Greenville Chamber in 2021. Poyck will serve as chair-elect throughout the next year and will be joined by seven new Board members in 2020. Poyck, Hubbell Lighting Group…
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South Carolina Federal expands services to Lexington
South Carolina Federal Credit Union announced the addition of a Lexington, South Carolina financial center to its portfolio. The financial center is located at 5075 Sunset Blvd, Lexington, SC 29072. This location will feature two drive-thru lanes, an ATM, a self-service station, state-of-the-art security features and a fresh, modern design. “We’ve proudly served Columbia for…
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Laura Derrick named 2019 South Carolina REALTOR® of the Year
South Carolina REALTOR® (SCR) member, past president and Realtor® at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Columbia, was named the association’s 2019 REALTOR® of the Year at its annual conference at the Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston on September 11, 2019. The REALTOR® of the Year award is designed to honor and recognize a Realtor® member…
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MUSC receives a $833,190 grant from the NIH HEAL Initiative
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has received an $833,190 grant from the Helping to End Addiction Long-term, or the NIH HEAL Initiative. The MUSC award is one of 375 grant awards across 41 states made by the National Institutes of Health in fiscal year 2019 to apply scientific solutions to reverse the national opioid crisis. The…
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2019 alumni awardees named for UofSC Alumni Association
The University of South Carolina Alumni Association has named the following recipients of this year’s alumni awards. These awards are the highest honors reflecting the ideals cherished by South Carolinians that include service, integrity, character and leadership. Algernon Sydney Sullivan This year’s recipient is Sinclair E. Lewis, ’58 Bachelor of Arts in History, College of…
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T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc. expanding Greenville County operations
$10.3 Million Investment Will Create 22 Jobs T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc., a leading manufacturer of faucets, fittings and specialty products and accessories, announced plans to expand operations in Greenville County. The $10.3 million investment is expected to create 22 new jobs. Founded in 1947, T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc. provides products for…
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HHIMLS.com joins Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce
HHIMLS.com, South Carolina’s statewide Multiple Listing Service, announced it joined the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, furthering its commitment to improving, promoting and protecting the Lowcountry. A portion of HHIMLS’ annual $4 billion in real estate transactions is in the Lowcountry region, including Beaufort, so joining its business hub was a logical step for HHIMLS.…
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Healthy Learners names new executive director
Amy Splittgerber joins non-profit that connects children to health care The Healthy Learners Board of Trustees has selected Amy Splittgerber as the new executive director of the organization, which is a faith-based non-profit that connects school-aged children to health care providers to help remove barriers to school success. Splittgerber has more than 20 years of…
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Furman alumnus leaves nearly $5 million to support scholarships
Furman University has received nearly $5 million from the estate of Furman alumnus Thomas C. Turner (1930-2018), class of 1951, to expand support of academic scholarships at his alma mater. The gift is designated for the Eleanor B. Turner Scholarship, established by Thomas Turner in 1995 in honor of his sister, and the Thomas C.…
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South Carolina is mourning the passing of Emily England Clyburn; librarian, activist, and philanthropist
Dr. Emily England Clyburn passed away the morning of Thursday, September 19, 2019, in Columbia, South Carolina. Born in the Whitesville section of Berkeley County near Moncks Corner, South Carolina, she was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Mattie England, and siblings Arthur England and Mattie Mae England Wadley. Known affectionately as Ms.…
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