A Conversation with Sam Konduros, SCBIO
August 4, 2020
SCBIO is the official state affiliate of BIO – the U.S. Biotechnology Innovation Organization. BIO champions biotechnology and its potential to provide better healthcare, enhanced agriculture, and a cleaner and…
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Palmetto closes on $29 million Series B raise
August 3, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC – Palmetto, a software company focused on simplified energy savings for homeowners, announced that it has completed a $29 Million Series B raise. Investors from a wide range of…
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SCRA announces July funded and accepted companies
July 23, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announced the recent acceptance of two new Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch, and one Client Company receiving an Acceleration Grant. SC Launch…
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SCRA announces SC Launch, Inc. April and May investments
July 16, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) and its investment affiliate, SC Launch, Inc. announce its April and May investments in two South Carolina companies — a $200,000 investment in Land Intelligence,…
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Appalachian Mountain Club selects Fuel Booking Engine for optimized online reservation process
July 14, 2020Fuel, a leading provider of guest-facing software for the global hospitality industry, has been selected by Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) to manage its online inventory for the club’s 22 lodging…
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Immedion welcomes Dan Strobl as Systems Engineer for Charleston location
July 14, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of technology services, announced today the hiring of Dan Strobl as Systems Engineer for their Charleston location. As such, Dan will be responsible for provisioning…
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Google announces three new tech skill certificates on Coursera
July 13, 2020
Select Certificate Program Graduates will Receive Apprenticeships at Google Google.org Supporting Initiative with $10 Million in Job Training Grants to Nonprofits Google announced three new Google Career Certificates in high-growth,…
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Surpassing one million users: Tallo surges to become leading student-career connection platform
July 8, 2020
Over one million students and professionals are now using Tallo to get an early foot in the door at various colleges and companies MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Tallo, a digital…
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University of South Carolina’s Dr. Iarossi elected to SC Launch Inc. Board of Directors
July 7, 2020
Dr. Juliana Iarossi, Clinical Assistant Professor with the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, was recently elected to the SC Launch, Inc. Board of Directors.…
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Ingevity announces new date and details for upcoming sustainability webinar
June 29, 2020
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation announced that it has rescheduled its live webinar to discuss its sustainability program to July 23, 2020, at 10 a.m. (Eastern Time), due to…
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SCRA funds additional $1.5 million in response to COVID-19
June 25, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) and its investment affiliate, SC Launch, Inc. have dedicated an additional $1.5 million in funding to support businesses…
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First Reliance Bank and MUSC Health Florence Division establish innovative partnerships to keep patients and health providers connected
June 25, 2020
First Reliance Bank announced a partnership with MUSC Health Florence Division, in conjunction with MUSC’s Florence Office of External Affairs, to donate 26 Apple iPad’s to its medical centers. This…
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Workforce Logiq’s ENGAGE Talent recognized as SC Launch Company of the Year
June 24, 2020
Charleston-based predictive analytics and AI software company selected for its impact and excellence in enabling better, more confident, and data-driven talent decisions CHARLESTON, SC – ENGAGE Talent, a portfolio company…
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SCRA announces new Industry Partnership Fund position
June 17, 2020
The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) has announced that Andy Olsen was named Business Development Manager on June 1st. The Business Development Manager role is a new one solely focused…
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Seven companies receive almost $300,000 in SCRA grants
June 9, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) recently awarded grants to seven companies totaling almost $300,000. The types of grants, companies and award amounts are as follows. ACADEMIC START-UP ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ASAP) GRANTS are…
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SCRA announces two new client companies
June 2, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announced the recent acceptance of two Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Foresight Data Systems, LLC, located in Columbia, is developing a new,…
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Pandemic Cybersecurity, Ethics, and Loss Prevention webinar – June 9
May 28, 2020
What are your ethical and legal responsibilities to your customers and clients in today’s digital world? This question has become increasingly important as more employees are working from home. On…
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Growth accelerates at Charleston’s tech companies amid Covid-19 crisis
May 27, 2020The Charleston Digital Corridor announced the opening of Flagship – WestEdge, a flexible, full-service business incubator developed to support the ongoing expansion needs of emerging and early-stage tech and life…
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A Conversation with Diana Doukas, Facebook
May 25, 2020
Facebook released results of a report from 86,000 small businesses showing the damaging effects of the COVID-19 recession. The results revealed that nearly one third of small businesses have gone…
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Six companies receive a total of $250,000 in SCRA grants
May 20, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces six SC Launch Client Companies recently have been awarded grants for a combined total of $250,000. Four companies have received SCRA Acceleration Grants. These grants…
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Contactless check-in/check-out and keyless room entry now available to hotels via the Fuel mobile app
May 8, 2020
Affordable, completely customizable mobile application for independent properties adds new lock system integrations and features Fuel, a leading provider of guest-facing hotel software solutions and digital marketing services for the…
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Blackbaud announces tech innovations to support social good customers now and in the aftermath of COVID-19
May 7, 2020
Blackbaud announces key technology enhancements to its solutions designed specifically to support the unique needs of social good organizations during and as they recover from COVID-19, including: New integration between…
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SCRA announces new Marketing & Communications Director
May 5, 2020
The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) has announced that Adrian Grimes was named Director of Marketing & Communications on April 6. “We’re extremely pleased to have Adrian join our team.…
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Blackbaud solutions power record COVID-19 donations for humanitarian aid organization
April 22, 2020
Direct Relief relies on Blackbaud fundraising solutions during historic peak in donations that includes high-volume celebrity fundraisers like Diddy’s Team Love Dance-A-Thon Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the world’s leading cloud software company powering social…
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As COVID-19 challenges employers, managing workforce reductions with empathy is crucial
April 22, 2020
The Benefitfocus platform now helps HR leaders to manage, communicate with and support employees beyond their employment relationship Benefitfocus, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNFT), a technology platform enabling rapid innovation for employers and…
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Blackbaud launches technology to help arts and cultural organizations cultivate meaningful relationships with supporters during and after COVID-19
April 22, 2020
Innovative enhancements to Blackbaud Altru® position organizations for increased giving, sustained engagement and safe operations Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the world’s leading cloud software company powering social good, today announces three rapid innovation enhancements…
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SCRA announces six new client companies
April 21, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announced the recent acceptance of six Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Client Companies are provided mentoring and grants and may be eligible for investments from…
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New SCRA business and science advisory boards formed
April 20, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces the formation of three Business and Science Advisory Boards (BSABs). The purpose of the BSABs is to advise SCRA’s Board of Trustees when requested…
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PCT LTD announces receipts of new purchase orders for annihilyzer infection control systems in NYC hospitals
April 14, 2020
LITTLE RIVER, SC -PCT LTD, through its operating subsidiary, Paradigm Convergence Technologies Corporation (PCT Corp), announces two new purchase orders for PCT Corp.’s Annihilyzer® Infection Control Systems. The installations will…
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McNair Institute announces COVID-19 solution challenge
April 10, 2020Announcing the UofSC COVID-19 Challenge: Online Student Ideas Competition UofSC is hosting a student ideas competition to empower YOU to develop innovative solutions – and take action – on the…
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COVID-19 test provider, Precision Genetics, receives SC Launch, Inc. investment
April 7, 2020
SCRA announces a $250,000 SC Launch, Inc. investment in Precision Genetics. The life sciences company, located in Greenville, was recently accepted into SCRA’s entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Precision Genetics validated the Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) via the Food and…
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Dr. Saeed Khan joins KOR Life Sciences and Vikor Scientific to lead research
April 3, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC – KOR Life Sciences, a subsidiary of Vikor Scientific, has announced that Dr. Saeed Khan will join its new innovative biopharmaceutical company in Charleston, SC, as President of…
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The COVID-19 Crisis Requires a New Way of Life
April 2, 2020
By Sam Konduros Unprecedented steps are being taken by all of us – businesses and families alike – as we collectively combat the Coronavirus global pandemic that is hitting far…
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PCT LTD obtains EPA approval for emerging pathogens labeling for use against SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus
March 29, 2020
LITTLE RIVER, SC – PCT LTD (OTC Pink: PCTL) (“PCTL”) announced that it has received approval for “emerging pathogens” labeling with the US EPA. The application was filed under the…
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Charleston Digital Corridor and Bibliolabs launch area-wide Digital Library Service
March 18, 2020
Over 30,000 eBooks for families and individuals are available to everyone in Charleston County Reacting to an immediate need for vetted learning materials and curated entertainment during the COVID-19 isolation…
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Tech-enabled amenities provider TFLiving raises $4.8 million in series seed funding to accelerate expansion
March 9, 2020Investment led by Camber Creek will help scale TFLiving ahead of partnerships with major CRE owners, expand company’s executive staff PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – TFLiving, the nation’s premier tech-enabled platform…
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Immedion hires Phil Palmer as Sales Director for Charleston
March 6, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced the hiring of Phil Palmer as Sales Director for their Charleston location. In his new role,…
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Blackbaud launches Innovation Partnership with Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose
February 21, 2020
Blackbaud announces a new Innovation Partnership with Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP) to support companies’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts. This first-of-its-kind partnership will create opportunities for Blackbaud customers and…
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D. Michael Wilson resigns as CEO of Ingevity; Chairman Richard Kelson appointed interim CEO
February 21, 2020
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation announced that Ingevity’s board of directors and D. Michael Wilson agreed that he would resign as president, CEO, and a director, effective immediately. The…
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PC Matic awarded ‘2020 Cybersecurity Excellence Award’ for anti-malware solution
February 21, 2020
PC Matic, the world’s only 100% American-made antivirus software, announced being the recipient of a “2020 Cybersecurity Excellence Award” for its anti-malware solution, PC Matic Pro. PC Matic Pro was…
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Veravas raises $4 million in seed funding
February 19, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC & OAKDALE, MN – Veravas, Inc., a diagnostic company founded in Charleston announced a significant milestone, reaching a total of $4 million in funding from private investors through…
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Four companies receive a total of $175,000 in SCRA grants
February 17, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces four SC Launch Client Companies recently have been awarded grants for a combined total of $175,000. Competitor Tent is a unique, new mobile app aimed…
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Immedion announces new Regional General Managers for the Carolinas and the Midwest
February 11, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced the promotions of Mike Stokes and Chris Stuttler to the position of Regional General Manager. In…
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SCRA announces three new Client Companies
February 5, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announced the recent acceptance of three Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Client Companies are provided mentoring and grants and may be eligible for investments from SC Launch, Inc.…
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SCRA announces three new Client Companies
February 5, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announced the recent acceptance of three Client Companies into its entrepreneurial program, SC Launch. Client Companies are provided mentoring and grants and may be eligible for investments from…
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Immedion welcomes Michael Byrd to sales team in Charleston
February 4, 2020
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced today the addition of Michael Byrd to their Charleston Sales team. In his new role as…
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Four companies receive a total of $150,000 in SCRA grants
February 4, 2020
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces four SCRA Client Companies have recently been awarded investments for a combined total of $150,000. Tide Stop, LLC, based in Johns Island, received a…
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Blackbaud appoints Margaret Driscoll as Chief People Officer
January 13, 2020
Blackbaud announced Margaret “Maggie” Driscoll as Chief People Officer. Driscoll, who will lead all human resources functions for the company, joins Blackbaud succeeding John Mistretta as current head of HR…
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Veravas and Tymora collaborate on early detection Alzheimer’s testing
January 13, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC. & OAKDALE, MN – Charleston-based Veravas, Inc. and Tymora Analytical Operations, LLC announced that they have entered into a strategic alliance to explore the integration of their respective…
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SCRA delivers $694M impact on SC innovation economy
January 13, 2020
New Report Spotlights Heavy-Hitting Contributions to State Business and Job Growth In Fiscal Year 2019 (FY19), the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) played a major role in boosting jobs and…
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