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Mattress maker invests $1.9 million to set up its first SC facility
Another South Carolina expansion has been put to bed. Apex Mattress Manufacturing Inc. plans to invest $1.9 million to establish operations in Colleton County. The move is expected to create 50 new jobs. Founded this year, the company produces mattresses for retail stores and e-commerce businesses. The new facility at 304 Thunderbolt Drive in Walterboro will […]
Dig South returns to Charleston roots for 10th anniversary
Dig South Tech Summit is returning to College of Charleston in May to host its 10-year anniversary at the place where the event first launched in 2013. Last year, the event, like many others during the pandemic, was held virtually. Previous locations for the event include the Charleston Gaillard Center. “The College of Charleston is […]
Matching cash available to commercialize products in SC
A matching funds program to move South Carolina companies into commercialization of products has launched in the Palmetto State. The Small Business Technology Transfer Grants are administered through the S.C. Commerce Department’s Office of Innovation along with the S.C. Jobs-Economic Development Authority and 3Phase, a S.C Commerce initiative formed in 2018 to help small businesses qualify for […][...]
SmartLinx establishes Charleston lab to transform long-term care
SmartLinx is establishing a research and development laboratory in Charleston to drive transformation in long-term care, the company said in a news release. The SmartLinx Accelerating Innovation Lab will help the company develop new workforce management solutions and best practices for the industry. It will also foster collaboration between researchers, developers, customers and partners. Headquartered in […][...]
Blackbaud CMO recognized for work advancing women in tech
When Catherine Cook LaCour first joined Blackbaud’s executive leadership team in 2014 as vice president of corporate marketing, she was the only woman on a team of all men to directly report to the CEO. It wouldn’t be until about a year later when she would be joined by a female chief technology officer. Fast [[...]
Citibot sees growth as governments continue to serve virtually
As local governments continue to deliver virtual services, a Charleston AI-powered chat technology company is seeing an increased adoption of its platform. Formed in 2016, Citibot provides interactive chat solutions for local governments to support municipalities as they communicate and engage with residents. The company’s mission is to help governments be more accessible to every […]
Digital agency provides $15K to diversify tech industry
A Charleston digital agency is launching a scholarship and career development for Black students in the tech industry. Reason One will provide $15,000 in scholarships through its Scholarship and Mentorship Program, the agency said in a news release. Awards will be given to students between the ages of 17 and 35 in South Carolina and Ontario, […]
Google expands in Moncks Corner with $500 million investment
Google is investing $7 billion nationwide and $500 million will go toward further expanding its Berkeley County operations. With the expansion plans, the company anticipates creating 10,000 full-time jobs this year, though there are no specifics yet on how many of those positions could be in South Carolina. In the Lowc[...]
Viewpoint: Blueprint exists for expanding broadband across S.C.
As the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the migration of public instruction and areas of commerce online, it has also highlighted the digital divide between those who do and don’t have reliable high-speed internet. Currently, about 18.3 million Americans, many in rural areas, lack access to high-speed internet. The Federal Communications Commission estimates that 650,000 South […]
T-Mobile invests $10.2 million in North Charleston expansion
T-Mobile has expanded its North Charleston operations with a $10.2 million investment in its Customer Experience Center on Rivers Avenue. The expansion is expected to create 540 jobs, bringing its full-time employee count in the area to 1,540. “T-Mobile is customer obsessed, and we are so excited that the Charleston community will continue to play […]
Google invites Charleston startup to join entrepreneurial program
Charleston startup LifeTagger was selected from companies around the country to join the Google for Startups Founders Academy. The virtual six-month equity-free program helps high-potential, Black, Latinx and veteran-led tech entrepreneurs nationwide grow revenues and obtain access to capital. LifeTagger co-founde[...]
Omatic Software creates 100 jobs in Charleston County
Data integration is expanding in Charleston County, with Omatic Software’s plans to invest $450,000 and to create about 100 new jobs over the next five years. Omatic Software has served the nonprofit sector since 2002, providing charitable organizations with a comprehensive view of data through its integration services. The expansion of its corporate headquarters at […]
