SCTBA is now the Palmetto Broadband Coalition
November 15, 2024Organization strengthens efforts to bridge the digital divide in South Carolina The South Carolina Telecommunications and Broadband Association (SCTBA) announced it is now the Palmetto Broadband Coalition (PBC). This evolution…
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Tech firm Kopis bolsters AI credentials through Orange Bees deal
October 30, 2024The agreement marks significant growth amid Kopis’ 25th anniversary and introduces HoneyBrain, an AI-powered quality control platform enhancing manufacturing standards through advanced visual detection Kopis, a Greenville, South Carolina-based tech…
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MUSC Health leader recognized as top global chief digital officer
October 23, 2024HotTopics, 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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A Conversation with Martin White, Ruffian Software
October 15, 2024Martin 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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CPA Firm Bauknight Pietras & Stormer adds Jay Brietz to leadership team
October 9, 2024Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A., (BPS) announced that Robert James “Jay” Brietz, Jr., CPA, CIA has been named a principal. BPS is one of the premier public accounting and consulting…
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Fintech platform WayThru names top industry veteran Jason Yates as new Client Operations and Engagement Director
October 9, 2024Yates joins the pioneering AI-based debt resolution software company to lead national rollout after successful beta WayThru, an industry-leading AI-based digital platform for managing and resolving debt obligations, has announced…
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Ingevity announces CEO transition as Fortson departs company
October 3, 2024Fernandez-Moreno appointed as interim president and CEO NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation (NYSE: NGVT) announced that John Fortson has departed as president and chief executive officer and from the…
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Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experiences coming to the Greenville Convention Center this holiday season!
September 24, 2024Producer Paquin Entertainment Group announced that Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience and Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience, which have sold more than seven million tickets worldwide, will open at…
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Asset Technology Group, Inc. expanding and relocating headquarters to Florence County
September 12, 2024$6.2 million investment will create 77 new jobs Asset Technology Group (ATG), an information technology (IT) services provider, announced it is expanding and relocating its headquarters to Florence County. The…
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A Conversation with Ric Hoke, Founder, WAVS Custom
September 11, 2024WAVS Custom is a Greenville-based startup that manufactures custom-fit ear audio products. It developed a patented, 3D scanning and manufacturing platform that makes custom-fitted in-ear monitors (IEMs) that provide a…
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ScanSource releases fiscal year 2024 Corporate Citizenship Report
September 4, 2024ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, released its annual Corporate Citizenship Report, highlighting ScanSource’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy and progress for…
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Meta selects Aiken County for first South Carolina data center
August 29, 2024$800 million investment will support 100 new operational jobs FAST FACTS Meta selects Aiken County to establish the company’s first South Carolina data center. The $800 million investment will support…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Case Status
August 27, 2024South 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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ScanSource launches Integrated Solutions and Services Group
August 16, 2024Announces acquisition of Advantix ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced the creation of its Integrated Solutions and Services (ISS) group. The ISS…
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ScanSource acquires Resourcive
August 12, 2024Resourcive is a leading Technology Value Creation partner ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced the acquisition of Resourcive, a leading technology advisor.…
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truematter announces Sitefinity partnership, The Proven Alliance
August 6, 2024New technology partnership of Sitefinity experts Truematter is excited to announce that it is bringing user experience expertise to its new technology partnership called the Proven Alliance. Launched on July…
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LSU and Integer Technologies announce $9.8M research contract, partnership
July 30, 2024Navy funding advances intelligent autonomy for maritime vessels, supporting LSU research priorities in coast, defense and energy COLUMBIA, SC – LSU and Integer Technologies announce the Office of Naval Research…
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Comcast continues to support Lowcountry digital skills training with a $10,000 grant to the Charleston Digital Corridor
July 25, 2024Comcast continues to further digital equity in the Lowcountry with a $10,000 grant to the Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC). The grant will support digital literacy education and provide practical, affordable, and inclusive…
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VC3 completes acquisition of Inline Computer & Communications, Washington-based information technology service provider
July 22, 2024RICHLAND, WA & COLUMBIA, SC – VC3, a leading managed service provider serving municipalities and commercial businesses across North America, announced the acquisition of Inline Computer & Communications, an IT…
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Seasoned Executive Dale Strange takes reins of Blackbaud’s Corporate Impact business
July 16, 2024Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software for powering social impact, announced that Dale Strange will take over as head of Blackbaud’s Corporate Impact business effective immediately and will join…
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SCRA opens new Greenville office
July 10, 2024South Carolina Research Authority recently held a ribbon-cutting and open house to celebrate its new office. Its Upstate region staff is now located in the heart of Downtown Greenville, where…
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TrebleHook joins South Carolina Research Authority as a Member Company
July 8, 2024TrebleHook announced its acceptance as a member company of the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA). This membership marks a significant milestone for TrebleHook, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and growth…
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Intelisys appoints Ken Mills as new president
July 3, 2024Mills brings depth of channel experience to leadership position Intelisys, a ScanSource (NASDAQ: SCSC) company, and a leading provider of technology services and solutions, announced the appointment of Ken Mills…
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Graham helps secure $45 million in federal funding for South Carolina Tech Hub
July 3, 2024U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) applauded the announcement that South Carolina will receive $45 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA)’s Tech Hubs…
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Priority One Security announces new customer experience
June 25, 2024New enhanced user website provides an experience for customers Regionally based Priority One Security is announcing the launch of its new website and a comprehensive rebranding of its services, signaling…
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AT&T invests $1.4+ billion in South Carolina
June 11, 2024By Terrence Ford Vice President of External Affairs AT&T South Carolina In South Carolina, we invested more than $1.4 billion in our network infrastructure from 2019-2023 to connect more…
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Charleston Learning Center expands education offerings with robotics summer camp for kids
June 5, 2024The Charleston Digital Corridor announces the addition of a STEM summer camp for rising 7th and 8th grade students at the Charleston Learning Center. The weeklong (Mon-Fri) summer camp, featuring…
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SCRA announces new member company and grant funding
June 4, 2024MyUI.AI and SMPL-C were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. MASDEV received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits, Startup Resources, can…
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Blackbaud appoints Tom Barth head of Investor Relations
May 22, 2024Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) announced that Tom Barth has been appointed head of Investor Relations (IR). In this role, Barth will report to Tony Boor, executive vice president and CFO, and will be…
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Charleston Digital Corridor welcomes Irish trailblazers Fexillon to thriving tech community
May 16, 2024Irish firm is forecasting exponential revenue growth in the US market CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Digital Corridor welcomed Fexillon, an innovative leader in digitising the built environment, to its…
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CRN recognizes ScanSource and Intelisys leaders on the 2024 Women of the Channel List
May 13, 2024ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named seven ScanSource and Intelisys leaders…
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Comcast launches WiFi-connected “Lift Zone” in partnership with the Charleston Digital Corridor Learning Center
May 8, 2024Comcast provides $25,000 grant to support Charleston Digital Corridor’s Learning Center Comcast announced the opening of its newest Xfinity WiFi-connected “Lift Zone” at the Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC) Learning Center,…
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SCRA announces four new Member companies and grant funding
May 7, 2024MyVoluntier Operations, Oncoblaze, Rabbit Hole Digital, and ThreatCaptain were accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority Member Company. Apex Orthopaedic, Construx, Heirloom Cloud, Katalyst Corporation, Sojourn MedTech, Tandem Concepts, and…
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SCRA announces new member benefits program
May 6, 2024South Carolina Research Authority unveils an exclusive member benefits program tailored for its esteemed Member Companies and SC Launch Inc. Portfolio Companies. SC Launch Inc. is SCRA‘s investment affiliate. SCRA Alliance Partners are providing many of the…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Amanda Clark, PulManage
April 22, 2024The 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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SIOS Technology’s Sandi Hamilton wins Bronze Stevie® Award in 2024 Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service
April 18, 2024COLUMBIA, SC and SAN MATEO, CA – SIOS Technology Corp. announced that Sandi Hamilton, Director of Support and Documentation, has been presented with a Bronze Stevie® Award in the Customer Service Leader…
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Michelin North America, Inc., Pledges $30,000 to Lexington One Educational Foundation to Invest in District’s VEX Robotics Teams
April 17, 2024Michelin North America’s Lexington, South Carolina leadership recently announced its continued investment and support of the Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation via a $30,000 commitment. The generous gift…
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Upcountry Fiber to build broadband infrastructure in underserved areas of Pickens County to reach more than 9,100 addresses
March 27, 2024$17.75 million project to help bridge the “digital divide” for the underserved Underserved areas of Pickens County in parts of the Liberty, Dacusville and Six Mile areas will soon have…
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GSSM honors SCbio at 30th Annual Townes Award celebration
March 21, 2024SCbio, South Carolina’s only economic development organization exclusively focused on building, advancing and growing the life sciences industry, was awarded the prestigious Townes Award by the South Carolina Governor’s School…
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Charleston Digital Corridor awarded grants for CDC Learning Center
February 29, 2024The Charleston Digital Corridor announced the organization has been awarded two grants of $25,000 each towards the development and promotion of the CDC Learning Center. The grants are from the…
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SC Launch Inc. invests in Viatec, for a third time
February 21, 2024South Carolina Research Authority announces its affiliate, SC Launch Inc.’s, third investment in Viatec. The Piedmont-based company provides ‘plug-and-play’ electronic power take-off systems that optimize energy efficiency and reduce diesel emissions and…
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SCbio announces accelerator program for emerging life science companies, SCbioDrive
February 20, 2024SCbio, in partnership with MassBio, recently announced its new accelerator program, SCbioDrive, designed to advance emerging companies through expert business curricula, industry guidance and mentorship. A biannual program, SCbioDrive will…
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Omron Automation selects Spartanburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation
February 12, 2024$9.2 million investment will create 162 new jobs in 5 years Omron Automation (OMRON), a global leader in industrial automation technology, today announced it selects Spartanburg County to establish the company’s…
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Five ScanSource and Intelisys executives named 2024 CRN Channel Chiefs
February 8, 2024Tony Sorrentino, Bob Farbak, Cody Fritz, Stephanie Mays and Michael Raspanti named to prestigious annual list ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, announced…
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FTC order will require Blackbaud to delete unnecessary data, boost safeguards to settle charges its lax security practices led to data breach
February 2, 2024FTC says company’s poor security allowed hacker to steal sensitive data of millions of consumers, go undetected for months South Carolina-based Blackbaud Inc. will be required to delete personal data…
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ScanSource named to FORTUNE’s list of World’s Most Admired Companies for eighth consecutive year
January 31, 2024ScanSource, Inc., a leading hybrid distributor connecting devices to the cloud, has been named to FORTUNE’s 2024 list of World’s Most Admired Companies. ScanSource’s inclusion in this year’s list marks…
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Charleston ranks #1 nationally for inbound migration
January 17, 2024According to a recently published 2023 Allied US Moving Migration Report, South Carolina ranks #1 nationally for inbound migration with Charleston as the standout city. The report attributes Charleston’s #1…
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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding
January 9, 2024Efferent Labs and Lucie Medical were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. EHG South received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Startup…
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Colliers promotes Kathleen Umholtz to Information Technology Coordinator for South Carolina offices
December 20, 2023Colliers | South Carolina announces that Kathleen Umholtz has been promoted to Information Technology (I.T.) Coordinator for the firm’s statewide operations. Umholtz’s role is to provide on-demand technical support and…
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Capital Business Development Association to award 50 cybersecurity program scholarships to Denmark Tech
December 19, 2023State of South Carolina funding made available with training partner Fusion Cyber Capital Business Development Association’s (CBDA) strategic education partnership with Denmark Technical College continues to expand as they will award…
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