PRC Laser to relocate to Ladson

The company, a manufacturer of industrial lasers and laser systems, is moving its headquarters from New Jersey to Charleston County. The company is investing $1.4 million to renovate its space and is expected to create 73 new jobs.

3C to host small business roundtable on Tuesday

The Connected Commerce Council will host a roundtable discussion Tuesday in Charleston, with small businesses and state and federal policymakers speaking. The discussion will highlight tools and resources and how public policy can affect small businesses.

Xplor Boatworks expanding Richland County facility

The specialty recreational boat manufacturer’s $3.4 million expansion is expected to create 63 jobs and is slated to be complete by the fourth quarter. The company, founded in 2017, is expanding its facility at 1124 Pineview Drive in Columbia.

SEC women’s championship brings $3.1M to Upstate

The Southeastern Conference Women's Basketball Tournament brought 45,093 visitors to Bon Secours Wellness Arena last week. Among Greenville sporting events, attendance trails only the NCAA’s 2017 men’s basketball tournament and the 2019 Bassmaster Classic, according to VisitGreenvilleSC.

Tate named new USC provost

William F. “Bill” Tate IV was among three finalists for the post. He was also one of four finalists for the position of USC president last year. He becomes the first African American provost in the university’s history. His selection was unanimously approved by the school’s board of trustees, according to a news release.

Hot Properties

Keith Mayfield and Phil Rose of Twin Rivers Capital LLC represented the landlord, Meyers Moss LLC, and the tenant, Ashley Correa, in the lease of 420 square feet of office space in Suite 205 at 192 East Bay St. in Charleston.

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