The Rock It! Co.’s Leah Stoudenmire named Woman of Influence

  February 22, 2024

Founder and CEO of The Rock It! Co., Leah Stoudenmire, has been named to GSA Business Report’s 2024 Women of Influence list. GSA Business Report’s 2024 Women of Influence celebrates…

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Colliers announces marketing team updates in Columbia office

  February 19, 2024

Colliers | South Carolina announced Maryanne Grinnell has been promoted to Marketing Coordinator and Cooper Belle has been hired as Marketing Assistant in the firm’s Columbia office. As a Marketing…

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Cyberwoven welcomes new ‘Weavers’ and promotes one

  February 16, 2024

Cyberwoven, an award-winning brand, digital marketing, and website design and development firm, shared the latest additions to its team. Joseph Chiariello and Karen French join the agency’s Client Services Team…

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Riggs Partners announces 2024 CreateAthon® non profit clients

  February 14, 2024

Five South Carolina nonprofit organizations will be the beneficiaries of pro bono marketing and communication services provided by Riggs Partners during its 26th annual CreateAthon®. The marketing marathon will begin…

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Cyberwoven marketing director joins Main Street District Board

  February 7, 2024

Merritt Named One of Two New Board Members for the District Shayla Merritt, marketing director of Cyberwoven, an award-winning brand, digital marketing, and website design and development firm, joins the…

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Emily Bruce joins professional recruiting Firm Forge Search as recruiter

  January 22, 2024

Emily Bruce has joined Greenville-based Forge Search + Consulting as a recruiter after an early career in marketing and advertising. Beginning as an event intern, Bruce spent seven years in…

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Marketing Minute Video: The Importance of Corporate Sustainability Reporting

  January 22, 2024

  Marketing Minute by Shari King, NP Strategy Transparency is critical to the longevity of an organization. This week’s video shares the three pillars of a corporate sustainability report and…

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Marketing Minute Video: How to Successfully Engage with Stakeholders

  January 8, 2024

  Marketing Minute by Morgan Grimes, NP Strategy Virtual technology allows us to cast a wide net, but nothing beats establishing a real connection in person. This week’s video provides tips…

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Award winning social media strategist joins NP Strategy

  January 4, 2024

Ryal Curtis to Lead Social Media Team as Senior Director NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, will launch a robust expansion of its…

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Marketing Minute Video: The Importance of Consistency

  December 11, 2023

  Marketing Minute by Lee Bonner, NP Strategy Consistency is the backbone of public relations. This week’s video underscores the significance of consistency in brand development and provides a few…

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Infinity Marketing celebrates 30 years in business

  December 10, 2023

Infinity Marketing, an award-winning integrated marketing agency established in 1993, is turning 30 this fall, and no one is prouder than Tony Williams, who has taken the occasion as an…

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Marketing Minute Video: Navigate the Media Landscape with Confidence

  December 5, 2023

Marketing Minute by Heather Hoopes-Matthews, NP Strategy This week’s video underscores the importance of planning ahead in today’s digital era. With nearly half of our team comprising former journalists, NP…

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PR Biz Marketing

  December 4, 2023

PR Biz Marketing serves small to medium size businesses. From creating a marketing strategy to effectively communicate with and engage clients & customers to managing individual marketing deliverables like social…

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New HOPE sign in the Main Street District

  November 30, 2023

A familiar public art installation is getting an upgrade on Main Street, just in time for the holiday season. The HOPE sign, formally called “Hope for Columbia,” has become a…

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Marketing Minute Video: How to Respond to a Cyber Security Breach

  November 13, 2023

  Marketing Minute by Briana Bryant, NP Strategy When dealing with a cyber-security breach, a proper response is imperative. This week’s video shares tips to protect your reputation. Watch More.…

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Marketing Minute Video: The Power of Storytelling

  October 30, 2023

  Marketing Minute by Abigail Darlington, NP Strategy Abigail Darlington, NP Strategy: Storytelling is a powerful tool that can be leveraged in a myriad of ways. This week’s video shares…

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Marketing Minute Video: Preparing for the Media

  October 16, 2023

  Marketing Minute by Caroline Balchunas, NP Strategy If the media is attending your next event, preparation is paramount. This week’s video shares three tips to ensure their visit is a…

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NAI Columbia hires Kourtney Vermillion as new marketing specialist

  October 12, 2023

NAI Columbia announced the addition of Kourtney Vermillion to the Columbia office. Kourtney joins NAI Columbia as a marketing specialist and will be working closely with the director of research,…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Sarah Lewis, Tech Design Strategies

  September 28, 2023

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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Marketing Minute Video: Creating Engaging Social Media Content

  September 25, 2023

Marketing Minute by Hannah Lackey, NP Strategy Social media is an incredibly powerful tool for businesses to connect with their audience and build brand awareness. This week’s video shares tips…

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WiT Group

  September 22, 2023

WiT Group is a results-driven digital marketing agency with offices in Columbia SC that provides clients with creative branding, pay-for-performance digital advertising, and strategic business consulting services. The agency is…

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Engenius designs and launches new website for Sargent Metal

  September 14, 2023

Engenius, a Greenville-based web design agency, recently launched a new website for Anderson-based Sargent Metal. Sargent Metal has been the leader in the southeast in the metal fabrication industry since…

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Marketing Minute Video: Saying Sorry in Times of Crisis

  September 11, 2023

  Marketing Minute by Meghan Durant, NP Strategy Crises happen, and the decision of whether or not to issue a public apology takes careful deliberation. This week’s video shares expert insights…

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Flock and Rally announces the hiring of two team members

  September 6, 2023

Jamie Muldrow and Anna Gatch join full-service marketing agency Flock and Rally, a full-service communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, is pleased to announce that it has…

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The newest addition to Columbia Connectors

  August 30, 2023

The Columbia Connectors announce Lauren Johnson as the group’s new Connectors Coordinator. Lauren will be joining the Connectors with a passion for driving community engagement and fostering the future of…

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Stanley L. Myers selected as Leadership in Law Honoree

  August 28, 2023

Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) Partner, Stanley Myers, has been selected as a 2023 Leadership in Law Honoree by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly. The annual award celebrates lawyers who are setting…

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9Rooftops named among Best Workplaces in South Carolina

  August 25, 2023

Agency Awarded 2023 Best Places to Work in South Carolina HILTON HEAD, SC – 9Rooftops, an award-winning integrated marketing agency, announces that it was named among the Best Places to…

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Marketing Minute Video: What to Expect When Working with a PR Firm

  August 21, 2023

  Marketing Minute by Beverly Bowers, NP Strategy This week’s video shares what to expect when working with a public relations firm and how to set yourself up for success.…

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American Marketing Association Columbia

  August 14, 2023

AMA Columbia is the local chapter of American Marketing Association, a non profit organization for marketing professionals. Members of AMA Columbia have exclusive access to resources provided by AMA and…

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Marketing Minute Video: Creating a Captivating Brand Image

  August 7, 2023

  Marketing Minute Darain Ginyard, NP Strategy This Marketing Minute shares expertise on creating a consistent and engaging brand image that will set your brand apart from competitors and leave…

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Karlyn Jones of Abacus Planning Group passes Certified Financial Planner (TM) Examination

  August 4, 2023

Abacus Planning Group, Inc. proudly announces that Karlyn M. Jones has passed the CFP® examination. The CFP® Certification Examination assesses the candidate’s ability to integrate and apply a broad base…

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Marketing Minute Video: Six Ways PR is Innovating in a Changing Landscape

  July 24, 2023

  Marketing Minute Amanda Loveday, NP Strategy This insightful Marketing Minute explores the transformative impact of the pandemic on the public relations industry, highlighting six innovative ways PR professionals are…

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Riggs Partners announces new practice area

  July 19, 2023

Riggs Partners, a marketing and communications consultancy headquartered in Columbia, SC, announces the formation of a new practice area within the firm called For Goodness Sakes. It will specialize in…

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NP Strategy grows Alabama team with public affairs professional

  July 17, 2023

NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, welcomes Lee Bonner to its Mobile, Alabama office. Bonner, a seasoned government affairs professional, joins NP Strategy…

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Local Favorite, Cayce Fall Fest, returns October 7

  July 14, 2023

The City of Cayce is excited to announce the return of the Cayce Fall Fest! Fall Fest will be held on Saturday, October 7, from 12 pm – 6 pm…

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