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NCGS, Inc. Expanding Its Charleston County Presence

Clinical Trial Manager Creating 80 Jobs At New Corporate Headquarters 

April 20, 2017

COLUMBIA, S.C. – NCGS, Inc., a clinical research organization (CRO) supporting the pharmaceutical industry, is expanding its Charleston County operations. The company is constructing a new corporate headquarters, which will bring $10 million of new capital investment and create 80 new jobs.
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Berkeley Chamber Board Endorses Statewide Gas Tax

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.-Berkeley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors endorses a state-wide gas tax to repair and maintain South Carolina deteriorating roads.

The Board supports increasing the gas tax to provide a sustainable and recurring funding source that will enable the Department of Transportation to work on the more than 85% of our state roads that are rated “poor or fair”.

The Berkeley Chamber Board believes that a safe and well-maintained infrastructure is critical to a growing economy, along with safety for residents and businesses. Continue reading “Berkeley Chamber Board Endorses Statewide Gas Tax”

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Volvo Cars US Factory on track to open in 2018

Volvo Cars is on schedule to start production at its first US auto factory by the end of 2018 with construction on time and the building shell now complete.

Volvo Cars broke ground on the plant near Ridgeville, South Carolina, in 2015 as part of its new global manufacturing strategy to support 800,000 sales in the medium term. Some 2,000 workers are expected to staff the 2.3-million square-foot plant, which will build up to 60,000 all-new Volvo S60 models per year for domestic and export markets. Continue reading “Volvo Cars US Factory on track to open in 2018”

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What’s New in the Charleston Area Spring 2017

With its vibrant culture, rich history, exquisitely-preserved architecture, idyllic coastal location, celebrated dining scene, and friendly locals, Charleston, South Carolina, is one of America’s best loved travel destinations. Readers of leading travel magazines have consistently voted for Charleston as their favorite domestic travel destination, resulting in the No. 1 City in the U.S. and Canada ranking by the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards (2016, 2015, 2014, 2013) and No. 1 Top U.S. City ranking by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards (2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011). Continue reading “What’s New in the Charleston Area Spring 2017”

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PhishLabs Expanding Into New Headquarters In Charleston County

Cybersecurity Firm Creating 45 Jobs At New Corporate Office

April 4, 2017

COLUMBIA, S.C. – PhishLabs, a leading provider of cybersecurity services, is expanding its existing operations in Charleston County. To accommodate its continued growth, the company is expecting to create 45 new jobs over the next three years.

Founded in 2008, PhishLabs fights back against phishing attacks – the primary source of data breaches and online fraud. PhishLabs combines technology, human expertise and cyber threat intelligence to protect against these attacks. The company’s clients include top financial, technology, healthcare, retail and insurance companies. Recognized by Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500™ and Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing technology companies in the U.S., PhishLabs was also named one of the 2016 Best Places to Work in South Carolina by the S.C. Chamber of Commerce.
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Mevers School of Excellence to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony

GOOSE CREEK, SC (March 16, 2017) – Mevers School of Excellence will hold its groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, March 17, 2017 at 3 p.m. The event will be held at the school site located at 7750 Henry E. Brown Blvd. in Goose Creek. Local dignitaries and Berkeley Charter Education Association members will attend along with the president of Charter Schools USA, Jonathan Hage. Governor Henry McMaster and Senator Larry Grooms are confirmed to give remarks. Representatives from the Public Charter School Alliance, Berkeley County Government, Berkeley County School District, the City of Hanahan, South Carolina legislature, US Senate, the South Carolina Public Charter School District and City of Goose Creek have confirmed attendance. Continue reading “Mevers School of Excellence to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony”

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Berkeley County and DuPont respond to Kevlar plant closure

Press Release Published: February 23, 2017, 2:38 pm

MONCKS CORNER, SC –  Berkeley County Supervisor Bill Peagler and County leaders are working to find job opportunities for all employees impacted by the DuPont Kevlar plant closure. The County is working with the South Carolina Department of Commerce and our Berkeley County corporate family to find job connections for employees of the plant. Continue reading “Berkeley County and DuPont respond to Kevlar plant closure”

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Carver Companies Expanding Its Charleston County Operations

Diversified Group Of Companies Investing $13 Million And Creating 22 Jobs

February 22, 2017

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Carver Companies, a diversified group of manufacturing and construction companies, will be expanding its Charleston County operations. Located in North Charleston, S.C., the expansion is expected to bring $13 million of new capital investment and lead to the creation of 22 new jobs.
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Coastal Community Foundation Announces Discover St. John’s High School Initiative

February 20, 2017

Partnership with St. John’s High School and donors aims to boost enrollment at local public school

CHARLESTON, SC: February 20, 2017 – Coastal Community Foundation, a philanthropic organization serving coastal South Carolina, today announced the Discover St. John’s High School initiative, a community leadership partnership between the Foundation, school and local donors to boost enrollment at St. John’s, the local public high school for Johns Island and Wadmalaw Island.
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