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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Clear Touch Collage software wins 2020 EdTech Breakthrough Award

  June 25, 2020

GREENVILLE, SC – Clear Touch® announced that EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market, has selected Clear…

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KIYATEC advancing functional ex vivo 3D cell culture models

  June 22, 2020

Key evidence to be presented at AACR 2020 GREENVILLE, SC – KIYATEC, Inc. announced that it will present data at the 2020 American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting,…

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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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Immedion hires Sheldon Pettigrew as Account Manager for Greenville

  June 16, 2020

Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of technology services, announced the hiring of Sheldon Pettigrew as Account Manager for their Greenville location. In her new role, Sheldon will work to ensure…

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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, 2020

The 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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ScanSource announces third quarter results

  May 13, 2020

GREENVILLE, S.C. – ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading provider of technology products and solutions, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended March 31, 2020. Quarter ended March…

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Immedion promotes Kevin Mills to Director of Customer Service

  May 13, 2020

Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of technology services, announced today the promotion of Kevin Mills to Director of Customer Service. In his new role, Kevin will be responsible for the…

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ScanSource announces third quarter results

  May 12, 2020

GREENVILLE, SC – ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), a leading provider of technology products and solutions, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended March 31, 2020. Quarter ended March…

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ScanSource appoints new board member

  May 11, 2020

Jeff Rodek brings extensive software technology solutions industry leadership to the Board ScanSource, Inc. (Nasdaq: SCSC), a leading provider of technology products and solutions, today announced the appointment of Jeffrey…

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VentureSouth invests in two early-stage companies

  May 6, 2020

VentureSouth announced that it recently invested in two southeastern early-stage companies: MemberHub and Reveal Mobile. VentureSouth completed its investment in MemberHub last week, as the company finalized its Series A…

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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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Immedion launches managed services practice division

  May 4, 2020

Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of technology services, today announced the launch of IMS Solutions Group, a division of Immedion specializing in managed IT services. As a division of Immedion,…

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FivePoint Solutions acquires Street Smart LLC

  May 4, 2020

LEXINGTON, SC – South Carolina based technology company FivePoint Solutions announced that it has acquired Street Smart LLC, a real-time information and intelligence collection and dissemination tool for law enforcement.…

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IntelliSystems CEO Kevin Wade speaks about COVID-19 and cyber security

  April 26, 2020

IntelliSystems CEO Kevin Wade recently discussed the impact of COVID-19 on cyber security on NPR’s South Carolina Business Review with Mike Switzer. With the pandemic forcing more companies and their…

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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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Immedion announces Office 365 backup solution

  April 22, 2020

Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced the addition of Office 365 backup services through their Veeam Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP) partnership…

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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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Greenville’s Kopis tackling national business software problem

  April 15, 2020

For growing companies, the transition from a simple accounting system to an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform that can help them handle maturing needs, is often something just short of…

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McNair Institute announces COVID-19 solution challenge

  April 10, 2020

Announcing 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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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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