Berkeley County Schools and Google Team Up to Launch Rolling Hotspots to Support Virtual Learning
Google’s Hotspots Help Close Digital Divide in Response to COVID-19 Distance Learning As Berkeley County schools enter their second month of distance learning, Google’s Rolling Study Halls program has transformed into Rolling Hotspots, bringing reliable Wi-Fi access to rural communities. Through the partnership between the Berkeley County School District (BCSD) and Google South Carolina, 30 BCSD school buses will be outfitted with Wi-Fi capabilities, ensuring students and families will have free
Berkeley Food Bank Receives Donation as Part of Farm Bureau Insurance Statewide Initiative
Ladson, S.C. – Farm Bureau Insurance agents in Ladson presented a check totaling $2,000 to the Helping Hands of Goose Creek to help meet the increased demand for assistance due to the COVID-19 crisis. The pantry is located at 104B Commerce Place. Agency Manager Robert Bozard and Agent Scott Perrine presented the food bank donation to Jennifer Jones (Ex. Director). Mike Roys(Warehouse Manager), and Mary Van Scoy(Intake Coordinator) with Helping Hands of Goose Creek. “These Local Heroes at HH of Goose
TRIDENT MEDICAL CENTER EARNS THIRD CONSECUTIVE ‘A’ FOR PATIENT SAFETY FOR THE SPRING 2020 LEAPFROG
North Charleston, SC (April 30, 2020) – Today, Trident Medical Center was awarded an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. It is the hospital’s third consecutive ‘A’. The designation recognizes Trident Medical Center’s efforts in protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care. The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization committed to improving health care quality and safety for consumers and purchasers. The Safety Grade assigns an ‘A’, ‘B’,
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Summerville Medical Center Welcomes Jeff Taylor as New Chief Executive Officer
Summerville, SC (February 17, 2020) – Today Summerville Medical Center welcomes Jeff Taylor as the hospital’s new Chief Executive Officer. Jeff has been an executive with HCA Healthcare for the past 9 years, he was most recently the Chief Operating Officer at HCA Healthcare’s Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, KS. Prior to that position, he was the Chief Operating Officer at Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton, MO. “We are thrilled to welcome Jeff to the Lowcountry and the Summerville
Saint Leo University Opens New Charleston Center in Nexton Community
New Location to Offer More Student Resources, Programs in Summerville SUMMERVILLE – Saint Leo University will begin classes Monday, March 9, at its newest location in the master-planned Nexton community. Located in the Offices of Nexton building, 201 Sigma Drive, Suite 200, Summerville, SC 29485, Saint Leo University’s new Charleston Education Center will serve the tri-county area of Charleston, Dorchester, and Berkeley counties. “Saint Leo is excited to move to this beautiful new location, which will
Berkeley Chamber Collaborates with League of Women Voters of the Charleston Area
Increase Voter Participation through More Informed Voters(Berkeley County, SC) The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce is collaborating with the League of Women Voters of the Charleston Area to increase voter participation and political responsibility, through the ability to have easy access to information on candidates and voter information. The Berkeley Chamber’s web page, www.berkeleysc.org will feature the League’s widget VOTE 411; before every election, VOTE411 offers a voter’s guide to candidates on the
TRIDENT MEDICAL CENTER CUTS RIBBON TO CELEBRATE COMPLETION OF $15 MILLION CARDIAC EXPANSION
Project Expands Access to Critical Heart Services Charleston, SC (February 11, 2020) – Trident Medical Center celebrated the completion of a $15 million cardiac care expansion with a ribbon cutting. Cardiologist Frederick Funke, MD, who is the hospital’s medical director of cardiology said, “The expansion provides more access to cardiac services that are critical in the fight against heart disease.” Key components of the expansion include:16-bed Cardiac Procedure Recovery UnitNew Cath LabNew
2020 Economic Forecast Presentations
Did you miss out on attending our 2020 Economic Forecast? Take a look at what our presenters had to share. Rock and Roll Economy by Frank RainwaterThe 2020 Economy by Bruce Yandle
Staybridge Suites Charleston-Summerville Opening Press Release
SUMMERVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 1/13/20 – Jai Ambee II LLC announces the opening of the brand new 100-room Staybridge Suites® www.staybridge.com/summervillensc in Summerville SC. The hotel is a prime location, right off of I-26, near many restaurants, shopping, the hip new Nexton development, and a short drive to area business parks, such as Palmetto Commerce Parkway and Bushy Park, prominent businesses, such as Volvo, Mercedes-Benz & Boeing. We are centrally located near downtown Summerville, Jedburg,
MONCKS CORNER MEDICAL CENTER ADDS 3D MAMMOGRAPHY TO IMAGING SERVICES
Facility to Hold Community Meet-and-Greet Event for Breast Surgeon Dr. Autumn Shobe Charleston, SC (January 6, 2020) –For women in the Moncks Corner region access to 3D mammography is now easier with the addition of the often life-saving diagnostic technology at Moncks Corner Medical Center. Board-certified breast surgeon Dr. Autumn Shobe with Breast Surgery Specialists, says 3D mammography makes it easier for doctors to catch breast cancer early. “Early detection is the key in every cancer, especially
Summerville Medical Center Names Sonia Baughman New Chief Financial Officer
Charleston, SC (November 21, 2019) – Summerville Medical Center is pleased to welcome Sonia Baughman in the new role of Chief Financial Officer for the hospital. Her first day at Summerville Medical Center is Monday, December 16th. Todd Gallati, President and CEO of Trident Health, commented, “Over the past several years, Summerville Medical Center has grown to become a complex multi-specialty hospital with one of the busiest ERs in the Lowcountry. As the hospital continues to thrive and expand, they need a
Trident Medical Center Named National Case Observation Site for Minimally Invasive Robotic-Assisted
Program Led by Robotic Surgery Pioneer Cesar Santiago, MD, FACS, FASCRS Charleston, SC (November 25, 2019) –Trident Medical Center has been designated a national Case Observation Site for minimally invasive robotic-assisted colorectal surgery. The program is led by board-certified and Fellowship-trained robotic surgery pioneer Cesar Santiago, MD, FACS, FASCRS, Tri-County Surgical Associates. Dr. Santiago has also earned designation as an Epicenter for minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery. He is the
Berkeley Chamber Rural Initiative Distributes Chrome Books
On Tuesday, November 12th the Berkeley Career Express program distributed chrome books to four rural areas in Berkeley County. Berkeley Career Express offered Digital Literacy and Career Ready Workshops, ACT Soft Skills Courses and Adult Basic Education/General Education Development (GED) classes in rural areas. To assist with the continued learning in the rural areas 25 chrome books were donated to Alvin, St. Stephen, Cross and Wassamassaw communities. The Berkeley Career Express partnership consists
Berkeley Career Express Chrome Books Donated to Rural Communities
(Berkeley County, SC) – Berkeley Career Express Chrome Books will be presented to four Rural Communities on Tuesday, November 12th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen Elementary School. Berkeley Career Express (BCE), a program designed to help prepare individuals for the workforce or pursue further education was funded by a grant from Google and Berkeley County Delegation. The program was a partnership with the Berkeley Chamber of Commerce, the Berkeley County School District’s Department of Adult and Community
Pope Professional Center Receives Extensive Renovation
Summerville, SC) September 17, 2019 – Pope Professional Center has recently completed an extensive interior and exterior renovation on the thirty-seven year old building. The renovations were completed by, general contractor, TUPCO, Inc. over a two year period. Some of the renovations include new windows, roof, siding, doors, landscaping, exterior/interior signs, paint, flooring, office furniture, countertops and decor. “TUPCO did an amazing job throughout the entire process and the quality of the work
Trident Health Names New Chief Financial Officer and Chief Medical Officer
Health System Provides More Than $80 Million in Charity Care and Taxes AnnuallyNorth Charleston, SC (August 26, 2019) –Trident Health announces it has named Andy Miller as Chief Financial Officer and Dr. Lee Biggs as Chief Medical Officer. Trident Health consists of two acute care hospitals –Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center; two freestanding ERs –Moncks Corner Medical Center and Centre Pointe Emergency; and is affiliated with two urgent care centers -CareNow® Urgent Care in Goose Creek
Chamber Recognizes Business Members
Congratulations to our Chamber business members who have successfully sustained for over 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 years. The Chamber proudly recognizes our businesses, which play an integral part in promoting the superb quality of life for which Berkeley County is known.M&M Staffing Founding Date: 2007 Nucor Berkeley Founding Date: 1995 Republic Services Founding Date: 2000 GEL Engineering, LLC Founding Date: 1981 Landmark Construction Company Founding Date: 1965 Santee Cooper Founding
Simone Thornton named Forty Under 40 for the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives
ACCE FORTY UNDER 40 AWARD RECIPIENT Simone Thornton named Forty Under 40 for the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Alexandria, VA. (July 18, 2019) – Simone Thornton, Director of Operations with Berkeley Chamber of Commerce, has been awarded the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives 2019 40 Under 40 award. The 40 Under 40 award is a new honor presented by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) meant to highlight the brightest men and women under the age of 40 in the
Berkeley County Sales Tax Referendum – Where are we now?
(Berkeley County, SC) – The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce has coordinated two successful referendums with Berkeley County residents approving a One-Cent Sales Tax. We are now approaching the end of the 2014 Referendum and there has been a great deal of discussion on our state infrastructure. With the projected future growth and the gas tax increase, we must stay proactive on what to expect for our infrastructure. The Berkeley Chamber will be hosting an update on the One-Cent Sales Tax roads and what this
BP Energy Outlook 2019
The 2019 edition of BP’s Energy Outlook, published today, explores the key uncertainties that could impact the shape of global energy markets out to 2040. The greatest uncertainties over this period involve the need for more energy to support continued global economic growth and rising prosperity, together with the need for a more rapid transition to a lower-carbon future. These scenarios highlight the dual challenge that the world is facing. The Outlook also considers a number of other issues including the