Verizon Wireless Updates Specifications For 4G LTE 700 MHz Devices
December 21, 2009Jan. 20, 2010, Webcast for Developers will Review Specifications and Answer Developer Questions COLUMBIA, SC – Verizon Wireless today announced it will host a webcast on Jan. 20, 2010, to review…
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Verizon Wireless Updates Specifications For 4G LTE 700 MHz Devices
December 21, 2009Jan. 20, 2010, Webcast for Developers will Review Specifications and Answer Developer Questions CHARLESTON, SC – December 21, 2009 – Verizon Wireless today announced it will host a webcast on…
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Spirit Telecom Plays 'Santa' on Social Media for Toys for Tots
November 25, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – November 25, 2009 – Spirit Telecom, a technology company focused on business communication, is playing social media Santa this holiday season to one lucky professional and lots…
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Groundbreaking Agreement Between Verizon Wireless and Google
October 8, 2009To leverage high-spreed network and open android platform for wireless innovation CHARLESTON, SC – October 8, 2009 – Verizon Wireless and Google™ today announced a strategic partnership that will leverage the Verizon…
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AT&T Customers Get More Moblie Broadband Coverage in Columbia
September 30, 2009New Cell Sites Activated as Part of Ongoing AT&T Investment in Local Wireless Network COLUMBIA, SC – September, 30, 2009 – As part of its continuing network investment to support…
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Verizon Reports Revenue Growth and Continued Improvement in Cash Flow in 2Q
July 28, 2009Consumer Sales Remain Strong as Verizon Adds High Volumes of New FiOS TV and Internet Customers, and More Than 1.1 Million Wireless Customers 2Q 2009 HIGHLIGHTS Consolidated Earnings 52 cents…
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Verizon Reports Revenue Growth and Continued Improvement in Cash Flow in 2Q
July 28, 2009Consumer Sales Remain Strong as Verizon Adds High Volumes of New FiOS TV and Internet Customers, and More Than 1.1 Million Wireless Customers 2Q 2009 HIGHLIGHTS Consolidated Earnings 52 cents…
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Verizon Wireless Call Center Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Columbia with Top 10 Milestones
July 24, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – July 24, 2009 – This July marks the 10th anniversary of the Verizon Wireless Call Center in Columbia, located behind Midtown at Forest Acres (formerly Richland Mall)…
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NuVox Invests in Dedicated Data Centers
July 16, 2009GREENVILLE, SC – July 15, 2009 – NuVox, a leading competitive communications provider, today announced it will invest millions of dollars to build a series of dedicated data centers in…
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Verizon Business to Provide Voice, Data Services to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
July 7, 2009New Agreement Worth up to $245 Million Under WITS 3; Will Cover Washington, D.C.-Area Locations ASHBURN, VA – July 7, 2009 – Verizon Business will provide the U.S. Department of Health…
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Verizon Business to Provide Voice, Data Services to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
July 7, 2009New Agreement Worth up to $245 Million Under WITS 3; Will Cover Washington, D.C.-Area Locations ASHBURN, VA – July 7, 2009 – Verizon Business will provide the U.S. Department of Health…
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Verizon Again Named to Black Enterprise Magazine's List of 40 Best Companies for Diversity
June 26, 2009NEW YORK, NY – June 26, 2009 – For the fourth time, Black Enterprise magazine has named Verizon to the publication’s list of 40 Best Companies for Diversity. The companies…
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National Business Group on Health Recognizes Verizon as a Best Employer for Healthy Lifestyles
June 24, 2009NEW YORK – June 24, 2009 – The National Business Group on Health (NBGH) has named Verizon to its 2009 list of Best Employers for Healthy Lifestyles. Verizon earned a…
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Corporate Responsibility Report Shows How Company's Technology and Employees Are Addressing Societal Challenges
June 23, 2009New York, NY – June 23, 2009 – Verizon’s latest corporate responsibility report highlights how the company is using its technology, resources and employees to address societal challenges such as…
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Corporate Responsibility Report Shows How Company's Technology and Employees Are Addressing Societal Challenges
June 23, 2009New York, NY – June 23, 2009 – Verizon’s latest corporate responsibility report highlights how the company is using its technology, resources and employees to address societal challenges such as…
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Verizon's Steve Clementi Selected to Attend U.S. Chamber Business LEADs Seminar in Washington, D.C.
June 17, 2009RICHMOND, VA – June 17, 2009 – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for a Competitive Workforce has selected Stephan F. Clementi, director of external affairs for Verizon Virginia, to…
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Verizon's Steve Clementi Selected to Attend U.S. Chamber Business LEADs Seminar in Washington, D.C.
June 17, 2009RICHMOND, VA – June 17, 2009 – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for a Competitive Workforce has selected Stephan F. Clementi, director of external affairs for Verizon Virginia, to…
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SC Department of Transportation Equipment Depot In Columbia Awarded 2009 Certification from State Budget and Control Board
June 15, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – June 15, 2009 – The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Equipment Depot on Shop Road in Columbia has received its 2009 certification by the SC Budget…
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SC Department of Transportation Equipment Depot In Columbia Awarded 2009 Certification from State Budget and Control Board
June 15, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – June 15, 2009 – The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Equipment Depot on Shop Road in Columbia has received its 2009 certification by the SC Budget…
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Video That Is in Demand is 'On Demand' From Verizon
June 10, 2009NEW YORK – June 10, 2009 – The way Americans watch video has changed: It’s no longer about what’s on. It’s about What do I want to watch now? And…
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Video That Is in Demand is 'On Demand' From Verizon
June 10, 2009NEW YORK – June 10, 2009 – The way Americans watch video has changed: It’s no longer about what’s on. It’s about What do I want to watch now? And…
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Verizon Business Completes 100G Trial With U.K. Research and Education Network
May 27, 2009Field Trial With JANET Moves High Bandwidth Optical Service Closer to Commercial Deployment BASKING RIDGE, NJ – May 27, 2009 – Verizon Business has completed a successful trial of 100G optical…
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Verizon Employees at Five Locations in South Carolina Donate More Than $4,200 Worth of Household Items to Local Domestic Violence Shelters
May 20, 2009Collection of Items, in Conjunction With the National Network to End Domestic Violence, Is Part of a Companywide Effort COLUMBIA, SC – May 18, 2009 – Verizon employees at five…
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Verizon Wireless Fine Tunes South Carolina Network for 2009 Hurricane Season
May 15, 2009More Than $30 Million Invested Locally Since Hurricane Season 2008 GREENVILLE, SC – May 15, 2009 – Verizon Wireless, the leading wireless company with the most reliable voice and data…
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Verizon to Divest Wireline Businesses in 14 States; Significant Benefits to Verizon Shareholders
May 14, 2009Frontier to Provide Seamless Transition for Customers and Employees, and Target Increased Broadband Penetration NEW YORK – May 13, 2009 – In a move that will further accelerate the company’s…
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Verizon Business Rolls Out Integrated Solutions, Enhances Network During First-Quarter 2009
April 28, 2009Meets Continued Global Demand for Comprehensive Communications, Security and IT Offerings BASKING RIDGE, NJ – April 28, 2009 During the first quarter 2009, Verizon Business rolled out new integrated communications, security and…
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Verizon Communications Reports Revenue, Earnings and Cash Flow Growth in 1Q 2009
April 28, 2009NEW YORK – April 27, 2009 – Sales of Verizon Wireless, FiOS Internet and TV, and Strategic Business Services Show Continued Strength 1Q 2009 HIGHLIGHTS Consolidated Results 58 cents in…
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10 Simple Tips on How Technology Can Help Everyone Be Green on Earth Day – and Every Day
April 17, 2009NEW YORK – April 16, 2009 – A few simple steps are all it takes to conserve energy and help protect the environment. And with today’s broadband and wireless technologies,…
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Verizon Introduces New One-Stop Web Portal for Small Businesses Across America
April 17, 2009Redesigned ‘Verizon Small Business Center’ Offers Unique Array of Advanced, Affordable, Easy-to-Use Online Business Technology Tools Including Web Collaboration, Professional Networking and Online Software NEW YORK – April 16, 2009…
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Verizon's Green Initiatives Drive Efficiency, Reduce Carbon Footprint; the Equivalent of Taking More Than 55,500 Cars off the Road
April 17, 2009NEW YORK – April 17, 2009 – Verizon’s conservation efforts in 2008 alone reduced greenhouse gas emissions by more than 303,000 metric tons, the equivalent of taking more than…
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Broadband Stimulus Should Focus on Unserved Areas and Demand-Side Obstacles, Verizon Tells Agencies
April 14, 2009Recovery Act Presents ‘Unprecedented Opportunity’ WASHINGTON, DC – April 14, 2009 – The $7 billion-plus broadband stimulus program contained in the nation’s economic recovery act presents an unprecedented opportunity to…
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Spirit Telecom Offers High-Definition Video Conferencing
April 14, 2009CHARLESTON & COLUMBIA, SC – April 14, 2009 – Spirit Telecom today announced the release of a high-quality video conferencing product that is simple to use and helps businesses reduce…
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Verizon's Michael McKeehan Named to NTIA's Online Safety and Technology Working Group
April 8, 2009Group Formed to Provide a Safe Environment for Children Using the Internet WASHINGTON, DC – April 7, 2009 – Michael McKeehan, Verizon’s executive director, Internet and technology policy, has been named…
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Verizon Business to Provide IT Solutions, Professional Services to Federal Agencies Under 10-Year Contract
March 30, 2009Company Among Prime Contractors Selected for U.S. General Service Administration’s Alliant Program, Valued at $50 Billion ASHBURN, VA – March 30, 2009 – Verizon Business will provide information technology (IT) solutions…
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Jeff Raines Promoted to Strategic Account Executive
March 3, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – March 4, 2009 – Jeff Raines has been promoted by Spirit Telecom to strategic account executive for the retail, financial and healthcare industries in the upstate of…
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Verizon Wireless Gives South Carolina Customers Something to Talk About With More Than $30 Million in Network Enhancements in 2008
February 27, 2009GREENVILLE, SC – February 27, 2009 – Verizon Wireless announced today that it spent more than $30 million in 2008 to enhance voice and data services and coverage throughout South Carolina,…
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AT&T Continues to Expand Nation's Fastest 3G Network in South Carolina
February 18, 2009COLUMBIA, SC – February 18, 2009 – As people’s lives become increasingly mobile and fast-paced, AT&T is expanding its South Carolina network to help customers keep up with the speed…
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Free Lesson Plans, Teacher Resources and Student Activities Bring Black History Month to Life at Thinkfinity.org
January 29, 2009NEW YORK, NY – January 29, 2009 – Educators can find a plethora of free lesson plans, teacher resources and student activities at Thinkfinity.org to bring the lessons of Black History Month…
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Verizon Reports Sustained Revenue Growth and Continued Strong Cash Flows for 4Q and Full-Year 2008
January 27, 2009NEW YORK, NY – January 27, 2009 – Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) today reported that it continued to grow sales of broadband, wireless and strategic business services in the fourth quarter 2008. Strong…
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NuVox Launches SIP Trunking Services
January 7, 2009IP-Based Solution Readies Businesses for Multimedia Communication Demands GREENVILLE, SC – January 7, 2009 – NuVox, a leading competitive communications provider, announced today the availability of SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) Trunking…
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South Carolina Puts Broadband Spectrum Up For Bid
December 31, 2008COLUMBIA, SC – December 31, 2008 – A large portion of South Carolina’s wireless spectrum goes on the market starting today. The South Carolina Educational Broadband Service Commission has issued a…
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AT&T U-verse TV Arrives in Columbia
December 22, 2008COLUMBIA, SC – December 22, 2008 – AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets today announced the launch of AT&T U-verse(SM) TV and AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet in parts of Columbia. AT&T U-verse…
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Verizon Business Helps IT Leaders Set Sights for 2009
December 10, 2008BASKING RIDGE, NJ – December 10, 2008 – The global economy is front and center, and enterprises worldwide are looking to get the biggest bang for their buck in 2009. With…
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NuVox Names Solomon Chief Financial Officer
October 23, 2008GREENVILLE, SC – October 23, 2008 – NuVox, a leading competitive communications provider, announced today that David Solomon has been named Chief Financial Officer. As a telecom veteran, Solomon’s career spans…
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Verizon Wireless Recognizes Barbara Ayers Who Embodies Company's Culture of Constant Improvement
April 9, 2008Honors Four Columbia Contact Center Employees with Leadership Awards for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction COLUMBIA, SC April 9, 2008 – At a recent employee meeting, Verizon Wireless, the nation’s wireless…
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Verizon Wireless Recognizes Edward McDowell Who Embodies Company's Culture of Constant Improvement
April 9, 2008Honors Four Columbia Contact Center Employees with Leadership Awards for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction COLUMBIA, SC — April 9, 2008 – At a recent employee meeting, Verizon Wireless, the nation’s…
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Verizon Wireless Recognizes Steve Robinson Who Embodies Company's Culture of Constant Improvement
April 9, 2008Honors Four Columbia Contact Center Employees with Leadership Awards for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction COLUMBIA, SC — April 9, 2008 – At a recent employee meeting, Verizon Wireless, the nation’s…
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Verizon Wireless Recognizes Doris Tucker Who Embodies Company's Culture of Constant Improvement
April 9, 2008Honors Four Columbia Contact Center Employees with Leadership Awards for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction COLUMBIA, SC — April 9, 2008 – At a recent employee meeting, Verizon Wireless, the nation’s…
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Stacey Young Promoted to Human Resources Manager for Verizon
January 24, 2008COLUMBIA, SC – January 24, 2008 – Verizon Wireless has promoted Stacey L. Young to Human Resources manager for the company’s Call Center in Columbia. Young oversees the center’s recruitment,…
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Local Verizon Wireless Employee Honored With Award For Outstanding Customer Service
August 12, 2007COLUMBIA, SC – August 10, 2007 – Columbia resident Dana Glymph, a senior customer service representative for Verizon Wireless’ Columbia Call Center, received an award from the company’s Chief Operating…
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