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S.C. Chamber of Commerce recognizes 3 state leaders
Rep. James Clyburn, Sonoco CEO Howard Coker and Brig. Gen. Milford Beagle Jr. have received awards for 2021. Clyburn is the public servant of the year, Coker the business leader of the year and Beagle the recipient of the freedom award.
Event to connect entrepreneurs to federal funding sources
The 2021 National SBIR week, to be held online July 19-23, will connect small business owners with the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs.
Nominate a company for Roaring Twenties
SC Biz News will honor South Carolina's high-growth companies at its annual event. Nominated companies will be ranked according to revenue growth over a one-year period.
Nominate a business leader for Icons & Phenoms
The 2021 Columbia Regional Business Report Icons & Phenoms awards are open, and we're eager to honor those who make our community a great place to live and work. Online nominations are being accepted until June 25.
Governor names Lightsey S.C. Commerce secretary
Gov. Henry McMaster has appointed Harry M. Lightsey III as S.C. Commerce secretary, taking over for long-serving Secretary Bobby Hill, who oversaw a surge in manufacturing and economic development for two different administrations.
AMB Group CEO talks leadership and being ‘present’
SC Biz News hosted Steve Cannon today during an online discussion as part of an ongoing series of conversations with national thought leaders.
Campaign tells stories of West Columbia entrepreneurs
The Real Faces WeCo Places initiative provides snapshots of area businesses owners and residents. QR codes on decorative pole banners lead to a website with more information about featured individuals.
Columbia ranks as 5th-best city to start a career
A recent WalletHub survey ranked more than 180 U.S. cities as best places for recent college graduates to start a career. The survey compared the relative market strength and overall livability of cities by examining 28 metrics.
Saban shares leadership insights, success secrets
The Alabama football coach and seven-time national championship winner told the 21st Century Business Forum that effective leaders must create culture, be disciplined and help others.
Program to fund improvements on Broad River Road
A Richland County program will provide up to $15,000 per project for exterior improvements including signage, painting and lighting projects from the 2200 block to the 3100 block. Applications will be accepted until May 25.
Report: S.C. small business recovery outpacing national average
A Facebook survey of 27 countries and territories found that 73% of S.C. owners of small- to medium-sized businesses were confident in their ability to remain open for at least six months, though challenges remain.
Partnership to provide business resources for veterans
The S.C. Chamber of Commerce and the S.C. Department of Veterans Affairs have created the Veterans' Professional Advancement Series, featuring quarterly webinars and meetings. The first webinar will be held April 15.
