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One of America's most legendary vehicle brands is making its comeback, and it's happening in South Carolina. Join us as Clarice Henderson of Scout Motors shares the latest from Blythewood, where the new Training Center is open, more than 800 Midlands residents are already part of the team, and production of the first validation vehicles is set to begin as the company moves toward launching its…
The Mary Black Foundation in Spartanburg, SC is turning 30 this July. As an independent grantmaking organization that aims to improve the health and well-being of the people and communities of Spartanburg County, Mary Black Foundation has invested more than $74.5 million into the Spartanburg community during the past 30 years.
In this episode, we speak with Chris White, President and CEO of Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), about the airport's continued transformation and its growing impact on the Midlands. Recent projects include a major terminal energy initiative featuring a solar canopy, microgrid, and battery storage system, a multi-million-dollar expansion of the airport's security checkpoint, and a complete…
Karen's story is a remarkable example of the American dream—from launching her company in a spare bedroom in 2013 to building one of the Midlands' most respected independent real estate firms while staying true to her family's entrepreneurial roots. In our conversation, she shares why investing in people, preserving community, and giving back have become the foundation of her success—and why those…
Nancy Parr, a 36-year Westinghouse employee, serves as the environmental protection manager at the company’s Columbia SC Fuel Fabrication Facility, one of the largest nuclear fuel facilities in the world. Located in Hopkins since 1968, the 1,200 employees produce fuel pellets, rods, assemblies, and components that support 10% of U.S. electricity generation.
Mount Pleasant, SC-based White Leaf Provisions is bringing a European approach to organic baby and family food to families across the United States. Founded by Keith and Meghan Rowe, the company combines regenerative farming practices with some of the world's strictest food safety standards, producing its products in Italy and Chile. As the brand continues to expand nationally, White Leaf is…
Jessica is a storyteller and strategic consultant helping early and growth-stage companies position themselves in the hearts and minds of their audiences through the ancient art of a good story. She makes the car that Jessica makes the case that the companies that thrive in this next era will be the ones investing in what AI can't replicate: culture and human-to-human connection.
Backed by a $500,000 Google grant, GSSM is launching a groundbreaking AI Educator Initiative that will help teachers across South Carolina integrate artificial intelligence into classrooms and prepare students for the jobs of the future. Through a statewide AI Teacher Institute, Faculty Fellows program, and free curriculum resources, GSSM is positioning South Carolina at the forefront of AI…
Jeff Ruble and Kate Bugby are the leadership team of the newly formed Columbia Area Development Partnership (CADP) in South Carolina. Launched in July 2025, CADP serves as Richland County’s economic development engine – uniting public and private partners to drive long-term community prosperity. The CADP has been a key force behind the Columbia region's transformation over the past decade, helping…
In this conversation, Margaret Ellen Pender and John Moorman of Anchor Investment Management, LLC., reflect on the firm’s steady growth from a single advisor to a team of nearly 20, and the principles that have guided that evolution. Over the years, the firm has evolved its services to meet the changing needs of its clients while staying focused on thoughtful service and a transparent, fee-based…
