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
2019 Berkeley County Teacher of the Year
Berkeley Chamber of Commerce Congratulates this year’s 2019 Berkeley County Teacher of the YearThomas Mignone Sangaree Intermediate A special thank you to Hendrick Automotive Group for gifting the winner a new car to drive for a year.
Berkeley Chamber of Commerce Joins 36 Business Organizations Asking State Officials To Avoid Misstep
Organizations around the country, representing thousands of small businesses, send open letter to state officials Today, Berkeley Chamber of Commerce joined state and regional business organizations across the country in sending an open letter to governors and state lawmakers urging them to carefully consider privacy laws that will protect consumer privacy and support businesses. The group specifically asked South Carolina state officials to avoid modeling privacy laws after the overreaching and
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
Berkeley Chamber elects new 2019 President and Board of Directors
The Berkeley Chamber Board of Directors is please to announce Chris Stow of Nucor Steel Berkeley as Chamber President. Also elected to serve as new Board Members are: Ms. Katya Gill, Legal Counsel, Volvo Car USA, LLC; Mr. Dennis Harbath, Plant Manager, Century Aluminum – Mt. Holly; Mr. Steve Lattuca, SVP/CFO, Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union; Mr. Rob Smith, Attorney, Moore & Van Allen; Mr. Talon M. Wagenknecht, Designer, Thomas & Hutton Engineering, Co.; and Mr. Tommy Preston, Director, National
The Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 30th Year with Leadership Berkeley
(Berkeley County, SC) – The 2019 Leadership Berkeley class kicked off the 10-month long program on February 21, 2019. The program is designed to expose businesses and area leaders to the opportunities and challenges facing our community; promoting and fostering leadership creates a strong and diverse poll of community leaders who are committed to shaping Berkeley County’s future. Graduates emerge from the program with an unprecedented level of community awareness as well as insights that they can apply
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
Leadership Berkeley Completes Community Class Project
(Berkeley County, SC) – Each year, The Berkeley Chamber’s Leadership Berkeley graduates select a class project. The project is directly related to circumstances or wishes of the community that the class has recognized through the participation in the Leadership Program. This year’s Leadership Berkeley Project highlighted the needs of the children that are served by The Dorchester Children’s Advocacy Center (DCAC) by furnishing the children’s play area with new toys. As well as, the class secured a Wonder
Berkeley Chamber Recognizes 2018 Business and Industry Awards
(Berkeley County, SC) – The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce held its Salute to Business & Industry Luncheon on November 29th at the North Charleston Convention Center with special guest speaker, The Honorable Paul Campbell, SC Senator and Director of Airports for the Charleston County Aviation Authority. Each year, the Chamber recognizes business and industry for their vital contributions to Berkeley County. This year’s program was based on innovation and technology, community engagement and
Charleston Area Small Business Development Center Opens Office in the Berkeley County Chamber Building
The Charleston Area Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is expanding its footprint to Berkeley County. The new SBDC office will be located in the Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce building in Moncks Corner. In a strategic alliance with the Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce, the SBDC has consultants who provide free, one-on-one, confidential consultations to entrepreneurs who want to start a business or expand an existing business. Beginning November 6, the SBDC office will be open on Tuesdays from
South Carolina to offer free code education for all residents
S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation and Build Carolina to launch statewide SC Codes initiative COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation, in collaboration with Build Carolina, today announced SC Codes, a new statewide program designed to provide free access to code education for all residents. A first-of-its-kind, state-funded resource, the new platform connects students with experienced industry mentors and provides pathways for continuing education and