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Small business leaders across the Southeast are focusing on sustainable growth, digital investment and operational resilience amid ongoing economic challenges. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jun 4, 2026

Small businesses adapt to rising costs and uncertainty

Small business leaders across the Southeast are navigating inflation, workforce challenges and growth opportunities with resilience and innovation.

Lillie’s of Charleston’s original recipes were inspired by the flavors of a family restaurant. (Photo/Andrew Cebulka)
Jun 3, 2026

South Carolina small businesses drive jobs, growth

South Carolina small businesses account for 99% of firms statewide, fueling job growth while navigating health care, capital and cost challenges.

Upstate brand Tipsy Taco is returning to some of the early ways that made the restaurant group successful when it debuted in 2016. (Photo/Ghost Brands)
Mar 23, 2026

Tipsy Taco brings back founder Roger Carlton as CEO

Tipsy Taco names founder Roger Carlton CEO as it resets brand, expands in North Carolina and refocuses on scratch-made food and guest experience.

Kedyky “KK” Sherrill will lead Charleston county’s factors that influence business growth, talent attraction and workforce participation. (Photo/Charleston County)
Dec 2, 2025

Charleston County names new community competitiveness director

Charleston County Economic Development has appointed a new director of community competitiveness to support business growth, talent attraction and workforce development.

The Greenville Chamber has appointed David Merhib as senior vice president of investor development and business growth. (Photo/Greenville Chamber)
Sep 10, 2025

Greenville Chamber adds new executive to guide business growth

David Merhib joins Greenville Chamber as senior VP to lead investor development, boost membership, and drive regional business growth.

SC Biz News highlights 20 standout startups across South Carolina. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 30, 2025

20 top South Carolina startups to watch in 2025

Discover 20 of South Carolina’s most promising startups making waves across tech, life sciences and more. These founders are shaping the future of business.

Ed McQuiston, former executive vice president and chief commercial officer at Hyland, will assume Jim Wanner’s position as CEO of KeyMark. (Photo/KeyMark)|Ed McQuiston, former executive vice president and chief commercial officer at Hyland, will assume Jim Wanner’s position as CEO of KeyMark. (Photo/KeyMark)
Apr 30, 2025

Liberty-based KeyMark names Ed McQuiston CEO amid leadership shift

KeyMark appoints Ed McQuiston as new CEO, while founder Jim Wanner transitions to board chairman, marking a new phase of innovation and growth.