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South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association announces 2022-23 President and Board of Directors The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced its 2022-23 officers and board of directors during the organization’s annual conference in Hilton Head.  SCEDA and its 600+ members have been the ‘Voice of Economic Development’ in the Palmetto State for more than 50…

How Easy Is It to Do Business with You? It’s not uncommon to hear old timers (of any age) complain that young people don’t have it as hard as they did. It’s a common lament that younger generations are not as battle worn as the Silent Generation.   Whether that is true or not remains…

We all have the same 24 hours in a day. While we may have different responsibilities, the most productive people learn to use their time in valuable ways no matter how little of it there is. They quickly grasp the best way to use “stolen minutes” in between projects or appointments. Some even keep a…

Tri-County Regional Chamber of Commerce 36 Creative Ways to Bring More Attention to Your Business Do you need more attention? Do you feel like your business isn’t top of mind in your community? People won’t buy from you if they don’t think of you. While the easiest way to increase sales is to upsell existing/current…

Pratrivero USA establishing operations in Orangeburg County $17.6 million investment to create 34 new jobs COLUMBIA, S.C. – Pratrivero USA, a division of Pratrivero Nonwovens – a global leading producer of nonwoven fabric using stitchbond technology – today announced plans to establish new operations in Orangeburg County. The company’s $17.6 million investment will create 34…

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COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) An additional 6-month deferment has been granted on your COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). All COVID-19 EIDL loans will have the first payment due extended from 24-months to 30-months from the date of the Note. You are required to resume regular principal and interest payments 30 months from…

  March 8, 2022, is International Women’s Day when the world celebrates the many contributions of women everywhere. If you’re not sure how to celebrate, we have some ideas for you and your business. For the ideas in this article, think across multiple mediums to add content on your blog, in videos, reels, podcast episode,…