Recent Articles from Contributing Writer
Mayors: Life sciences key to Charleston area’s economic growth
By Jenny Peterson Charleston-area mayors have their eyes on bringing more life sciences industry to spur economic development. At a Power Breakfast to discuss Regional Resilience on Tuesday at the North Charleston Business Expo, Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg and Goose Creek Mayor Greg Habib both said their ideal future is new opportunities in life sciences, biotech […]
People in the News, June 14
People in the News Submit people items for possible publication in the Charleston Regional Business Journal using the submission portal at this link. Publication is dependent on editorial guidelines and space considerations. Accounting Alexandria Romero, CPA, has joined Chris Hervochon, CPA, CVA, as a virtual chief financial officer. In her new role, Romero directs financial planning, [&helli[...]
Plant closure ominous news for SC dairy industry
By Christina Lee Knauss Borden Dairy’s recent decision to shutter its North Charleston manufacturing plant is a sign of dairy’s continued decline in South Carolina, according to one expert who monitors the industry. Dallas-based Borden Dairy Co. announced in mid-April that “after a financial and operational review,” its facility on Lacross Road will close at […]
$45M in improvements slated for inclusive Park Circle playground
The city of North Charleston will spend $45 million to improve recreational areas in Park Circle, including $20 million to redevelop the interior of a large traffic circle that ushers drivers into the area. Plans include replacing the Felix C. Davis community center, enhancing existing greenspace and adding a new inclusive ballfield and playground. The […]
People in the News – April 18, 2022
People in the News Submit people items for possible publication in the Charleston Regional Business Journal using the submission portal at this link. Publication is dependent on editorial guidelines and space considerations. Business Services The Office People has hired Steven Lebonville as a project specialist. Lebonville is a graduate of the University of North Carolina with […]
Warehouse project helps fill demand for distribution space
The largest single industrial building in the Charleston market is in the works on a plot of land near the Port of Charleston’s Leatherman Terminal. This development could help alleviate backup at the ports as it handles an unprecedented volume of traffic, prompting continued demand for warehouses and distribution centers. Dalfen Industrial, a Dallas-based developer […]
Floral business moving to larger location in Park Circle
Toni Reale of Roadside Blooms floral shop in North Charleston has firmly planted her roots in the Park Circle community and is now expanding with a bigger, more permanent shop. Ten years ago, Reale, serving as the CEO, lead designer and creative director, launched her initial entrepreneurial endeavor, an eco-friendly event planning and floral design […]
Charleston Wine & Food names interim executive director
The Charleston Wine & Food Festival has named its long-time marketing communications director Alyssa Maute Smith as its interim executive director, while it launches a search for a permanent fill for the nonprofit organization that supports the annual five-day festival. Smith, a Charleston native, takes over after executive director Gillian Zettler left the position after […]
People in the News – April 4, 2022
People in the News Submit people items for possible publication in the Charleston Regional Business Journal using the submission portal at this link. Publication is dependent on editorial guidelines and space considerations. Architecture Goodwyn Mills Cawood has hired Gable Stubbs as vice president of architecture and Jack Mayfield as aviation manager in Charleston. Stubbes will leverage [&he[...]
Community efforts designed to break tech barriers
By Barry Waldman Contributing Writer When you search for information on COVID-19, make airline reservations, seek reviews on toasters, videoconference for work or watch your child attend school virtually, you likely take for granted the device on which you work, the high-speed internet connection that makes it possible and your ability to use this technology. […]