May 2017 Features
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Retail Recruitment Strategies for South Carolina Cities: A Look at Florence with Bob Sager of the Florence Downtown Development Corp.
May 30, 2017
We met with Bob Sager, Retail Recruitment Consultant with the Florence Downtown Development Corporation. During our one-on-one, Sager highlights the ongoing revitalization efforts in downtown Florence and the role of recruiting retail businesses to fill historic districts.
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SC Ports Update: Pamela Lackey Named Chairman, COSCO, April Container Volumes, Inland Port, New Headquarters
May 18, 2017
SCPA welcomed the maiden call of the COSCO Development, the largest vessel ever to call the U.S. East Coast. The Port completed 2,910 crane moves on the vessel, the second-highest number of moves in SCPA history, before it sailed on Sunday evening.
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CAGC Sees Success in Long-Term, Sustainable Road Funding
May 17, 2017
Carolinas AGC (CAGC), the construction trade association for the Carolinas, celebrates big wins for the construction industry in South Carolina with recent successes regarding road funding.
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The State's 2017 Industry Impact Award Recipients Announced
May 16, 2017
"The secret to South Carolina's economic success is its people, and we will always honor the fine work they do," said Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt. "The state's Industry Appreciation events are a long-running tradition, and we're proud of this year's recipients."
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McNair Lawyer Explains the New South Carolina Gas Tax
May 12, 2017
South Carolina’s gas tax is one of the lowest in the country. The result is the deplorable condition of the state’s highway system and roads. South Carolina is a conservative state, politically, and any tax increase, gas or otherwise, is often seen as political suicide for our state’s elected officials.
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SC Ports Announces Strongest April on Record for Container Cargo
May 10, 2017
"The strength of April volumes on the heels of our all-time highest month in March puts SCPA in a good position to meet or exceed our planned fiscal year container volume increase of six percent," said Jim Newsome, SCPA president and CEO.
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CAGC: Legislators Hope for Enough Votes to Override Road Funding Veto
May 09, 2017
The proposal will generate roughly $640 million in recurring road funding and maintenance once fully funding in 2023. The conference report includes funding, tax reductions and reform; all issues that should help in garnering enough votes to override a veto by Gov. McMaster.
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Palmetto Health Tuomey honored with 2017 I SEE YOU CARE Award by Advanced ICU Care
May 08, 2017
Palmetto Health Tuomey has been awarded the 2017 I SEE YOU CARE Award by Advanced ICU. The award recognizes outstanding collaboration between hospital staff and AICU’s remote critical care team.
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Duke Energy will Invest Heavily in Cleaner Power, Energy Grid, Natural Gas Infrastructure, CEO Tells Shareholders
May 05, 2017
Duke Energy will invest $11 billion to generate cleaner energy through renewables and natural gas as it moves to a low-carbon future, Good told shareholders.
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Bond in the Boardroom: How Thinking Like an Intelligence Analyst Can Enhance Your Bottom Line
May 04, 2017
Forget all the movies. Working for the CIA or NSA is not all about blowing things up and generally committing mayhem (James Bond may actually be the world’s worst spy)—it’s about helping your bosses gain decision advantage.
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South Carolina Treasurer Loftis Sees Continued Pension Problems Despite Bailout Attempt
May 02, 2017
We sat down with South Carolina's Treasurer to discuss a variety of issues. Having complained for years about the management of South Carolina’s public employee pension plans, it’s not surprising Curtis Loftis had mixed emotions about the bailout bill recently signed into law by Gov. Henry McMaster.
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Leadership Workforce Development for SC Manufacturers: Insights from Dave Baker and the Palmetto Leadership Center
May 01, 2017
We sat down with Dave Baker, Principal and Sr. Consultant of Palmetto Leadership Center to discuss employment, engagement, and succession planning related to workforce leadership development. He shares insights into the importance of human relations in organizations today.