Horry County cubicle maker expanding, adding 41 jobs

From WMBF News

The couple behind Skutchi Designs Inc., a custom cubicle maker in Carolina Forest, found the demand for their products quickly picked up after the early economic challenges of the pandemic.

Joe Ferraro credited the EDC and specifically CEO Sandy Davis with making the deal happen.

“She was the driving force to help us,” he said. “I never realized, once you get to a level, that the state wants to help you grow. And that’s how I felt. I felt this was home.”

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South Carolina Department of Commerce

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

The South Carolina Leading Index (SCLI) rose 0.32 points last month, ending with a value of 102.72. Unemployment gains were 14.8 percent lower. The number of issued housing permits increased 15.0 percent month-over-month and valuations for the permits rose 9.4 percent. Average weekly manufacturing hours rose 0.7 percent.

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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

South Carolina CEO Credits Mike Rowe with Helping Save Her Small Business During Pandemic

Our very own Donna Brin, founder and CEO of bFIVE40, is closing the skills gap with the help of celebrity Mike Rowe.

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POSTPONED
MBREDC Annual Meeting
on January 8, 2021

In consideration of our members and to adhere to CDC recommendations, 
the MBREDC Annual Meeting
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Partner News

The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitors Bureau Announces a New Name and a New Logo

Highland Roofing Company Names Allen Simmons Myrtle Beach Construction Manager

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital Again Named a Top Hospital for Nurses

COVID UPDATES

Fact Sheet for Recipients and Caregivers of COVID-19 Vaccine

MBREDC Partners that offer Cleaning and Disinfectant Services:

A&I Fire & Water Restoration
Carolina Cool
FSA – Full Steam Ahead

MBREDC Partners that offer PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)/Essential items:

Allegra Marketing – Basic Virus Signage
bFIVE40
Carolina Food Service
Cool Ideas Marketing
FastSigns
FSI Office
Integra Fabrics
Proforma Marketing

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