Pitts stepping down as S.C. Chamber of Commerce CEO

Ted Pitts, who has been in his current role since January 2015, is leaving to become president and CEO of Columbia-based commercial real estate firm Wilson Kibler. A nationwide search will be conducted for his replacement. 

Online recycling directory connects companies, materials

The collaboration between the S.C. Department of Commerce and the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control showcases more than 300 state recycling companies and is free to use.

Justice Department settles with security company

The settlement resolves claims that Security Management of South Carolina discriminated against a naturalized U.S. citizen and work-authorized non-U.S. citizens in its hiring practices in South Carolina and Georgia. 

Webster University signs agreement with tech colleges

Students can now transfer with associate degrees from South Carolina’s 16 technical colleges to one of Webster’s four statewide campuses with junior standing. Technical college graduates can also receive reduced tuition.

Get the word out about your business

The Columbia Regional Business Report's online submission portal is available to all business owners, entrepreneurs and marketing professionals in the Midlands who want to get out information about a company, new hires, products, services, website launches and events. Use this link to submit your press releases to Soda City Biz Wire, which also submits your item for possible publication in the print edition.