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South Carolina Research Authority names new member companies and awards startup and matching grants supporting biotech, AI, materials and defense innovations statewide. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Dec 10, 2025

New SCRA members include provider of sleep pods for soldiers

South Carolina Research Authority names new member companies and awards startup and matching grants supporting biotech, AI, materials and defense innovations statewide.

SC Launch Inc. has invested in Charleston-based Leukogene Therapeutics, supporting its targeted immunotherapies and FDA-designated treatment for acute myeloid leukemia. (Photo/Leukogene Therapeutics)
Nov 18, 2025

SC Launch invests in Charleston biotech advancing cancer therapy

SC Launch Inc. has invested in Charleston-based Leukogene Therapeutics, supporting its targeted immunotherapies and FDA-designated treatment for acute myeloid leukemia.

Hunter Stunzi launched Advisor.com in 2022, a wealth management service targeting young adults. (Photo/Advisor.com)
Oct 20, 2025

Charleston startup Advisor.com raises $9M for growth

Charleston entrepreneur Hunter Stunzi’s wealth tech firm Advisor.com secures $9M in seed funding to expand AI-driven financial services nationwide.

Oct 17, 2025

Vicious Biscuit expands Southern roots beyond Lowcountry

Charleston-based Vicious Biscuit grows beyond the Lowcountry with new franchise locations, expanding its Southern breakfast brand nationwide.

Oct 2, 2025

Charleston health tech company establishes new HQ location

Tikvah Health and Wellness opens new office in Mount Pleasant, creating 13 jobs and expanding its health platform focused on functional medicine.

The Harbor Entrepreneur Center, a nonprofit organization helping growth of new local companies, has added 20,000 square feet to its office space with a new long-term lease. (Photo/Harbor Entrepreneur Center)
Sep 26, 2025

Harbor Entrepreneur Center expands Mount Pleasant space

Harbor Entrepreneur Center adds 20,000 square feet in Mount Pleasant, boosting space for startups with support from local partners.

The 2025 Inc. 5000 list, which ranks companies by their percentage revenue growth over three years, has named 56 South Carolina companies some of the fastest growing in the United States. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Aug 15, 2025

These 56 South Carolina companies rank on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list

A Lowcountry manufacturer ranks No. 5 in the nation for explosive growth, earning the No. 1 spot for manufacturing in the United States.

Aug 12, 2025

4 Charleston tech startups receive $150K in SCRA funding

The funding will boost tech, life sciences and innovation growth in the Lowcountry.

This new cohort is part of a growing regional collaboration that includes VisionGreenwood, Lander University, and the Propel Business Lab team. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Aug 12, 2025

Propel Business Lab launches Greenwood entrepreneur cohort

VisionGreenwood and Lander University open a Propel Business Lab cohort to train Greenwood entrepreneurs with mentorship and a $5K grant.

Aug 11, 2025

Charleston cannabis company announces new CEO

The founder will remain involved in the company but will be shifting his focus to new hemp and wellness projects.  

Aug 1, 2025

New pitch event to award $1M in funding to Lowcountry startups

Beemok Catalyst launches pitch event award up to $1M in funding to early-stage startups in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties.

Pictured (l-r) are Steve Wiggins receiving award from Matt Bell, SC Launch Inc. executive director, and board members Rebecca Gevalt and Gary Shiffman. (Photos/SC Launch)|Pictured (l-r) are Steve Wiggins receiving award from Matt Bell, SC Launch Inc. executive director, and board members Rebecca Gevalt and Gary Shiffman. (Photos/SC Launch)
Jun 24, 2025

SC Launch Inc. board welcomes new members, bids goodbye to another

SC Launch Inc. adds Rebecca Gevalt and Gary Shiffman to its board as Steve Wiggins retires after seven years of service and a long tech leadership career.