BMW 2023 Supplier Diversity Conference

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The Greater Florence Chamber attended the BMW 2023 Supplier Diversity Conference In Greenville on Wednesday, August 30th.

The program and luncheon was attended by thousands of executives, businesses and agencies from around the world.

The keynote presenter was Mervant Vera of “America’s Got Talent” fame.

MUSC Health Florence and Marion Medical Centers Announce DAISY Award Recipients

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MUSC Health Florence and Marion Medical Centers would like to announce the most recent DAISY honorees. The DAISY award is given to a nurse whose job performance exemplifies the mission, vision and values of MUSC Health. The recipient must also keep a consistent focus on meeting patient-family goals, collaborate with the healthcare team to meet patients’ needs, use critical thinking to deliver extraordinary patient care, and demonstrate a caring attitude, as well as professionalism in the workplace during all situations, according to the hospital announcement.

MUSC Health Florence Medical Center recently named 8th floor MedSurg registered nurse, Teresa Jenkins, as the latest recipient of the DAISY Award for nursing. She has spent 37 years in nursing.

MUSC Health Marion Medical Center recently also named Licensed Practical Nurse Shenna Davis, as the latest recipient of the DAISY Award for nursing.

To read the full press release, click here.

24HR Home Care Services LLC Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Tammy Martin and husband Nicholas, along with staff and Chamber Ambassadors cut the ribbon welcoming them to the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. They recently opened an office in Florence at 811 S Cashua Dr Ste A.

At 24HR Home Care Services LLC their mission is to establish and maintain a respected home care agency that provides the highest standard of quality home care by dependable, responsive, caring, trustworthy, and skill personnel. Tammy’s goal is to exceed the expectations of all that will use their services. With the client at the center of their mission for their unique needs, while also serving their families, physician, and the community.

To read the full story, click here.

SPC Credit Union Featured On ChamberLink Radio

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Linda Weatherford, President and CEO of SPC Credit Union, was on ChamberLink Radio this weekend to talk about SPC and the local financial services they have offered over the past 80 years. SPC serves Darlington, Florence, Chesterfield, or Marlboro Counties.

You can catch the conversations on ChamberLink Radio each Sunday from 12:00-12:30pm on LIVE 95.3FM in Florence, SC.

ChamberLink Radio is brought to you by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce and The UPS Stores.

Annual Membership Luncheon Scheduled For September 20

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The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce has announced its guest speaker for the 2023 Membership Luncheon set for Wednesday, September 20.

Jeff Deaton, Managing Director at AESC US., will address the more than 500 plus business and civic leaders who will attend the Chamber’s fall luncheon. In his role, Deaton is responsible for the US business operations for the facilities in Florence, SC, Bowling Green KY, and Smyrna, TN.

AESC is a global leader in developing next generation EV battery technology and will be opening operations here in Florence County soon. The AESC Florence site will support a partnership with BMW Group, supplying technology-leading battery cells for next generation electric vehicle models produced at BMW’s Spartanburg plant.

The event will also include the announcement and presentation of the Business Person of the Year, which is sponsored by Wells Fargo.

The luncheon will be held at the Florence Center, the doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and the program begin at noon. Registration is $40 for members, $50 for non-members and $475 for a special reserved table of 8.

To register online, click here.

Trucks ‘N Treats Coming To Darlington Raceway

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Touch-A-Truck is getting a fun Fall update this year! Find your favorite costume, grab the kids, and join us at Darlington Raceway on October 21 for Trucks ‘N Treats. Explore, climb, and touch trucks and more for this family-friendly fun event.

For more information, click here.

The Naomi Project 17th Annual Lunch Scheduled For September 14th

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Join the Naomi Project on September 14th from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM for their 17th Annual Lunch.  The lunch will be held at St. John’s Church (252 S Dargan St).  Lunch includes chicken, mac & cheese, green beans, dinner roll, drink and dessert for $10.  10 or more plates receive free local delivery. For more information, call (843) 615-1548.

For more information, click here.

Virtus Academy Announces High School Addition

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Florence’s Virtus Academy announced last Thursday that the school has finalized a deal to purchase surrounding property and receive funds to build a high school facility with a gymnasium to serve the school’s students.

On Tuesday, August 22nd the school, acting through its board of directors, closed on the issuance of South Carolina Job Economic Development Authority Facilities Revenue Bonds in the amount of $13,890,000. The school selected Hubrich Contracting, Inc., which will begin construction on the high school in early September to open the facility for the 2024-2025 school year. The new high school building will be more than 28,000 square feet with a gymnasium that is about 12,000 square feet.

To read the full story, click here.

Jeffery Ironside MBA, CFC Holds Ribbon Cutting

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Jeffery Ironside along with Chamber Ambassadors cuts his ribbon upon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Jeffery Ironside MBA, CFC is a broker for Transworld Business Advisors – experts in business sales, franchise development and mergers and acquisitions. Jeff’s position will expand Transworld’s global reach and durability to bring professional services to buyers and sellers.

At Transworld, a member of United Franchise group, their Business Advisors are considered professionals specialists that help business owners navigate and manage the landscape of selling their businesses. With over 15 years of experience in business brokering, Jeff will assist in ensuring a smooth transition between buyers and sellers throughout the acquisition process.

To read the full story, click here.

Florence 1 Gets Hands On With Engineering Activity Kits

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Brockington Elementary school students were the first in Florence School District One to get hands-on with engineering activity kits donated by Honda.

The global car manufacturer, which has a factory in Timmonsville, donated 600 of the engineering kits to the school district at a short ceremony on Wednesday. Chris Rogers, director of the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math program at Florence One Schools, said the kits will teach students about different types of engineering earlier than they otherwise would be taught.

To read the full story, click here.