City of Charleston to host free Small Business Opportunity Expo
March 22, 2023
The city of Charleston will host its Small Business Opportunity Expo 2023 on March 31 at the Gaillard Center (95 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401). The expo will begin at…
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Dan Orvin leads American College of Real Estate Lawyers Mid-Year Meeting in Charleston
March 22, 2023
Womble Bond Dickinson Partner Dan Orvin served as the Meeting Leader for the Mid-Year Meeting of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers (ACREL) held in Charleston March 16-19, 2023.…
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Trident United Way announces new CEO
March 21, 2023
David “D.J.” Hampton II will begin leading the organization effective April 17 After an extensive nationwide search, Trident United Way announced that David “D.J.” Hampton II will be taking over…
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Harbor Commercial Partners welcomes four new members to their team
March 21, 2023
David Newman, Patti Hoffman, Diana Anderson and Jaime Lesley recently joined the new and rapidly expanding Charleston-based commercial real estate firm. David Newman Vice President, Office & Investment Services…
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Emeline welcomes experienced luxury leader as new General Manager of Hotel Operations
March 20, 2023
Makeready, a hospitality company that concepts, manages and operates an independent and diverse collection of hotel, restaurant and retail brands, is excited to announce the appointment of Robert Morgan as…
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LaCorata Beverage LLC makes substantial donation of Graasi Organic Barley Water to Lowcountry Food Bank for distribution to partner agencies
March 20, 2023
The Lowcountry Food Bank announced today that LaCorata Beverage has made a substantial donation of 16 ounce Graasi Organic Barley Water bottles to Lowcountry Food Bank. Lowcountry Food Bank is…
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Lima One Capital adds Robert Greenberg to launch Lender Finance initiative
March 20, 2023
Lima One Capital continues to prove why it is the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors as it hires industry veteran Robert Greenberg to develop and launch a new…
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Shawn Saulsberry named One Region chair
March 20, 2023
One Region, a comprehensive coalition formed to strengthen the local economy and produce opportunities for all tri-county residents, has named Shawn Saulsberry as its chairperson for 2023. Saulsberry, a senior…
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Rikard & Protopapas expands to Charleston; Lindsay Johnson joins practice
March 20, 2023
Rikard & Protopapas LLC, a Columbia-based law firm, announced it is opening a new office in Charleston, South Carolina to better meet the needs of its growing practice. The firm…
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Wallick Investments welcomes Lisa Breese, Community Relations Coordinator
March 20, 2023
South Carolina-based RIA firm Wallick Investments, LLC announced that Mrs. Lisa Breese, with vast career experience in marketing, accounting, leadership, and community services, has joined our firm as Community Relations…
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SeamonWhiteside doubles fundraising goal for Lowcountry Heart Walk
March 16, 2023
Over the last seven years, SW+ has participated in the annual Lowcountry Heart Walk hosted by the American Heart Association. This year, they exceeded their fundraising goal by 2x and…
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Dorchester County holds groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate Pine Trace Natural Area
March 16, 2023Dorchester County Government held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Pine Trace Natural Area on Thursday, March 9, 2023. Community leaders and honored guests gathered together to celebrate the future…
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Raines acquires HP Hotels to accelerate strategic growth and expand property management capabilities
March 16, 2023
Raines, a fully integrated hotel development, management, and investment company, has acquired HP Hotels, a full-service, third-party hotel management company, resulting in operational expansion throughout the southeast and southwestern United States. The financial…
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Dr. Troy Hall and Ben-Jamin Toy lead first Cohesion Culture™️ Conference
March 16, 2023
It’s not your grandparent’s kind of conference Dr. Troy Hall and Ben-Jamin Toy will be the keynote speakers and facilitators of the first Cohesion Culture™ Conference hosted by Palmetto SHRM…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Spring Diversity Leaders Certificate Program participants
March 16, 2023
The Charleston Metro Chamber is pleased to announce the Spring Diversity Leaders Certificate program participants. This informative program is designed to equip business leaders with the necessary tools and resources…
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Innovative product suite, OrangeWIP, for & by entrepreneurs launches to deliver game changing playbook to grow and scale businesses
March 16, 2023
National integrated marketing agency Bright+CO, officially announces the launch of its sister company OrangeWIP (Work In Progress), a dynamic multimedia company that equips busy founders and entrepreneurs with a suite…
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African American Studies Director named inaugural Whipper Distinguished Professor
March 16, 2023
The College of Charleston has named Anthony Greene, director of the African American Studies Program, as its inaugural Lucille Simmons Whipper Distinguished Professor. This new professorship was created in an effort to…
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THRIVE | Coworking debuts in Charleston with grand-opening event on March 30
March 16, 2023
THRIVE | Coworking, a flexible workspace solution with a commitment to philanthropy and community involvement, announced its Charleston, SC, location is hosting its grand opening on Thursday, March 30, at…
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SAUDIA to grow long-haul fleet with up to 49 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
March 16, 2023
Boeing and Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) announced the national flag-carrier will grow its long-haul fleet with the selection of up to 49 787 Dreamliners. SAUDIA is set to purchase 39…
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A Writer’s Moon Tide Memories
March 16, 2023
By Tom Poland It seems like yesterday though it was forty-five years. I took a job as a scriptwriter-cinematographer with the South Carolina Wildlife and Marine Resources Department. I…
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Five schools named Palmetto’s Finest
March 16, 2023
Five schools have been named 2023 Palmetto’s Finest Schools. They are: Lake Murray Elementary School, Lexington School District 1 Lake Murray Elementary School, Lexington-Richland School District 5 John W. Moore Middle…
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David Parler joins First Reliance Bank as Residential Lending Specialist
March 15, 2023
David Parler has joined First Reliance Bank as Residential Lending Specialist and will be in the Columbia, SC, Main Street Branch. He will assist customers with their mortgage financing needs…
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Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation receives Seal of Transparency for third consecutive year
March 15, 2023
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation is proud to announce that they have earned the 2023 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, the leading nonprofit…
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GADC issues comprehensive 2022 project report to real estate, development leaders
March 15, 2023
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) has issued its 2022 Project Summary Report of all economic development projects worked to key allies in real estate, development and partner organizations across…
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HI Mark Capital announces equity investment from Bank of America
March 15, 2023
HI Mark Capital, the first majority Black-owned venture capital firm founded in South Carolina, has received an equity investment from Bank of America as part of the company’s commitment to…
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MUSC and Zucker Institute name new CEO
March 14, 2023
After a national search process, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and the Zucker Institute for Innovation Commercialization (ZI) announced today that Todd Headley has been named as new…
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South Carolina Federal hires new CFS* investment advisor
March 14, 2023
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has hired a new advisor for South Carolina Federal Investment Solutions, available through CUSO Financial Services, L.P. (CFS)*. Charlis Wright has joined Investment Solutions, through…
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GirlUp GVL receives a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to ensure high school girls from under-resourced community have the support they need to succeed
March 14, 2023Local nonprofit, GirlUp GVL, has been awarded $50,000 from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to ensure 70 area high school girls have the resources they need to…
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Nexton announces 2,500 home sales and 10 year anniversary
March 14, 2023
Today, Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, announced the sale of its 2,500th home. This milestone is significant because it aligns with the 10th year anniversary…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces election of two new members to Board of Trustees
March 14, 2023Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark, announced the election of two new members to the Board of Trustees. Joining the board are Catherine-Alexa “C.A.” Spivey Rountree and Julian “Jay” J.…
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Frampton Construction opens new office in Tampa, Fla.
March 14, 2023
Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has expanded its operations by adding a new office in Tampa, Fla. The…
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The Beach Company announces the opening of Ashley Artisan Suites
March 14, 2023
The Beach Company announced the opening of Ashley Artisan Suites, a curated collection of locally owned boutiques where local makers, artisans and health and beauty professionals offer their products and…
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AEC organization to hold 2023 Industry Day in Charleston
March 13, 2023
The Society of American Military Engineers Charleston Post is holding a special Industry Day April 19-20, including a golf tournament, dinner cruise, and day of exhibitors and industry speakers from…
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Marketing Minute: Developing a Winning Communications Strategy
March 13, 2023
Marketing Minute Jean Cecil Frick, NP Strategy Identifying a target audience is crucial to any communications plan. This week’s video breaks down the key to developing a winning communications strategy. Watch…
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Baker Business Bowl IX wraps up, winner receives $10,000 for their business plan
March 13, 2023
After making it through three rounds of the Baker Business Bowl IX and working on their business plan, one team has claimed victory — and a $10,000 check. Team Landsformer…
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Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation appoints Milton Irvin as new board member
March 10, 2023
The Lowcountry Food Bank Foundation announced the appointment of a new member to its Board of Directors as of January 2023. Milton Irvin, of Bluffton, South Carolina, earned his MBA…
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City of Charleston accepting applications for Mayor’s Youth Commission
March 10, 2023
Applications are now being accepted for rising 9th through 12th (current 8th through 11th) grade students in Charleston County who are interested in serving on the City of Charleston Mayor’s…
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Be Aware! Termite Season Is Here!
March 10, 2023
National Termite Awareness Week is March 12-18 The arrival of spring brings more daylight and the rebirth of nature. Unfortunately, it also creates the ideal conditions for termites–a tiny but…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Nominates the Next Executive Director of the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce
March 9, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today nominated William H. Floyd to be the next executive director of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW). Previously the agency’s chief of staff,…
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The fifth annual MUSC Septima P. Clark Poetry Contest is accepting submissions from students across the state
March 9, 2023
The awards ceremony and reception to feature Lowcountry cuisine, poetry readings from finalists and a keynote address by Chris Singleton We are pleased to announce the fifth annual MUSC Septima…
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AHA Lowcountry Heart Walk and Choate Construction break fundraising records four years running
March 9, 2023
The American Heart Association’s (AHA) 2023 Lowcountry Heart Walk continued its record-breaking streak with the fourth year in a row of more than $1.1 million in funds raised through the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber announces Spring 2023 Leadership Discovery Class
March 9, 2023
Leadership Discovery, a leadership development program by the Charleston Metro Chamber, is excited to announce the Spring 2023 class. Leadership Discovery is an innovative program that allows participants the opportunity to learn from experienced…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis names Ken Earley as Director of Information Technology
March 9, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Ken Earley as the agency’s new Director of Information Technology. With more than 25 years of IT industry experience, Earley has held management…
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Joe Elmore, President & Chief Executive Officer, Charleston Animal Society
March 9, 2023
Since 1874, the mission of Charleston Animal Society has always been the prevention of cruelty to animals. Over 15,000 animals will turn to Charleston Animal Society for caring, compassion and…
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The world’s most popular board game announces Charleston edition
March 8, 2023
This fall, Charleston residents will be able to play the world’s most popular board game in a way that pays tribute to all things Holy City. From today until April…
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Palmetto Moon celebrates new milestone with Kentucky entry, growing footprint to 40 locations in seven states Across the Southeast
March 8, 2023
Palmetto Moon, a Southern lifestyle retailer celebrating two decades of rapid growth, proudly announces its arrival in the Kentucky market with two new locations set to open in the Bluegrass…
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The Citadel claims first place in Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the U.S. competitions
March 8, 2023
Citadel cadets took first place in the 2022 Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the U.S., or AMCSUS, physical training challenge, representing The Citadel’s dedication to fitness in the…
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Gullah Geechee chef and gospel singer to receive 2023 Folk Heritage Awards
March 8, 2023
For 2023, the Jean Laney Harris Folk Heritage Awards will be presented by the General Assembly to honor a Gullah Geechee chef and a gospel singer whose talents keep the…
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SCRA announces new member company and grant funding
March 8, 2023
Case Studies was accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority Member Company. Sagacity Solutions and Secure Process Intelligence received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching, access to…
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EverGlade Consulting announces promotions, new hires and 20% growth in Q1 2023
March 8, 2023
CHARLESTON, SC – EverGlade Consulting, a national consulting firm, announces key promotions and new hires while achieving 20% growth in the first quarter of 2023. Tanner Elliotte was promoted to…
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