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Changing the Narrative Around Tokenism
Diversity & Inclusion

Changing the Narrative Around Tokenism

Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2020 By Dr. Nika White

Admit it, the title made you cringe. It also made you click on this link. The word “token” is almost a taboo word. It’s a word people don’t like to be called. Tokenism is a concept organizations fear being accused of. But ...

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My Chamber Story: Clay Davenport, CresCom Bank
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My Chamber Story: Clay Davenport, CresCom Bank

Posted Tuesday, February 11, 2020 By Clay Davenport

When I entered the workforce upon graduating from Lander University in 2011, I knew very little about the Chamber of Commerce or how important connecting with other business leaders could be for your career. I moved to Columbia, SC and was ...

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In Business: Stretch Zone
In Business

In Business: Stretch Zone

Posted Monday, February 10, 2020 By Rionne Ridgeway

Now open in Greenville! Stretch Zone is the first and largest franchisor in the stretching industry and the only company that combines its proprietary Stretch Zone Method with the patented Stretch Zone Stabilization System to improve consumers ...

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In Business: Stretch Lab
In Business

In Business: Stretch Lab

Posted Friday, February 7, 2020 By Rionne Ridgeway

StretchLab offers a variety of one-on-one personalized stretching services including a 25-minute stretch that concentrates on the client’s current stretching needs, as well as a 50-minute head-to-toe deep stretch that addresses all major ...

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7 Ways Leadership Can Support D&I
Diversity & Inclusion

7 Ways Leadership Can Support D&I

Posted Monday, February 3, 2020 By Dr. Nika White

A big reason I do the work I do is for people to see Diversity and Inclusion as a leadership function and not just as a ‘nice-to-have’ on the side. So many people see Diversity and Inclusion as the work of the people who carry the ...

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Brexit Deadline
Business Advocacy

Brexit Deadline

Posted Friday, January 31, 2020 By Jason Zacher

Today is the Brexit deadline... the day the United Kingdom formally leaves the European Union. We had the opportunity to meet with the then-British Brexit Ambassador to the United States last summer. Mrs. Hall Hall gave us a great primer into Brexit ...

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Make your voice heard
Business Advocacy

Make your voice heard

Posted Thursday, January 30, 2020 By Jauntavia Prather

If voting in South Carolina’s Democratic presidential primary is on your to-do list for February 2020, make sure you also have a completed and submitted voter registration by January 30, 2020. Q: Who is eligible? A: Those considered eligible ...

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What Does it Really Mean to be an Ally?
Diversity & Inclusion

What Does it Really Mean to be an Ally?

Posted Tuesday, January 28, 2020 By Dr. Nika White

Instagram posts. Facebook stories. LinkedIn updates. We see a lot of #Ally posts these days. But, what do the words “being an ally” really mean? As businesses, politicians, organizations, and people in general move towards becoming ...

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Meet the Team: Anna Russell
Meet the Team

Meet the Team: Anna Russell

Posted Monday, January 27, 2020 By Anna Russell

Hi there! My name is Anna and I am so thrilled to have the opportunity to help the Greenville Chamber advocate for business that will help South Carolina grow and thrive. I am a Maryland native, coming from about 40 miles outside of Washington D.C., ...

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Creating a Pathway for County Square Development
Business Advocacy

Creating a Pathway for County Square Development

Posted Thursday, January 23, 2020 By Jason Zacher

Thanks to the six councilors (Knox White, Russell Stall, Wil Brasington, John DeWorken, Lillian Flemming, and Kenneth Gibson) who approved a once-in-a-generation project last night that will create thousands of jobs and advance our community. The ...

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