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Business Bridge will hit your inbox on Tuesdays. It will contain chamber events, community events, Business Highlights, member-to-member news, Federal and State legislative updates, and more.
If you have information, updates, or special promotions to share in the newsletter, please email the details to nramirez@easleychamber.org. And if applicable include links to websites or dedicated web pages, as well as attachments of promotional materials in pdf and jpeg/png format. Lastly, reading a newsletter a day helps you work, rest, and play so make this one your Tuesday newsletter.
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With a busy schedule, it's hard to add events as they come, so here is the 2023 Chamber Calendar of Events. Make it a goal to attend at least one event to expand your network. It's at your choice- a luncheon, a social, or even a day away from the office in the Easley and Powdersville golf tournaments for PAR TEEs! | |
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Join us next Tuesday, May 30 for an update from South Carolina Attorney General, Alan Wilson. Attorney General Wilson will provide an overview of the role of the Attorney General's office, as well as share updates on recent South Carolina court trials, federal lawsuits, and his efforts to address human trafficking in our state.
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
Tri-County Technical College - Easley Campus
1774 Powdersville Road, Easley
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Registration: $30 for members; $40 for non-members
Gold & Silver Sponsorships Available
Advance registration is required. Please register online or call the Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce at 864-859-2693.
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Ribbon Cuttings & Milestone Anniversaries
Celebrate With Us
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You are invited to the ribbon-cutting ceremony of Golden Honey Hair Salon in downtown Easley. Join us in welcoming the new salon to the area. You will get to meet the fantastic stylists, and co-owners, Carley and Sarah. Come celebrate, learn more, and get a drink. They are also accepting new clients. To get started, call (864) 307-9885, email goldenhoneyhairsalon@gmail.com, or stop by the salon during business hours. Read More
When: Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at 4:30 PM
Where: 118 South Pendleton Street, Unit C in downtown Easley
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The Anderson County Library-Powdersville Branch will host a ribbon-cutting event to celebrate the installation of an outdoor locker system that will allow patrons to pick up items outside of their normal operating hours. The project was funded thanks to a grant. In addition to the new locker system, the Powdersville Branch Library offers Wifi, public computers, printing, wireless printing, copying, faxing, curbside pickup, and meeting rooms. Read More
When: Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at 10:00 AM
Where: 4 Civic Court, Powdersville
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Join us for the ribbon-cutting celebration of MKRK Designs. The festivities will include an open house, light food and refreshments, and so much more. You will also have the opportunity to meet owner Lauren Clardy. Now, MRKR Designs is your go-to store for unique gifts you can’t find anywhere else. From your sibling or best friend to that hard-to-please coworker, we have something for everyone. Read More
When: Friday, June 9, 2023, at 2:00 PM
Where: 100 South Pendleton Street, downtown Easley
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Please join us in celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Adult Medicine Specialists of Easley. There will be refreshments and light foods to enjoy. Now, AMS was founded in 2003 by Dr. Steve Freeman and nurse practitioner, Angie Bell. They designed AMS to go beyond assisting patients with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of... Read More
When: Monday, June 12, 2023, at 11:30 AM
Where: 600 Saco Lowell Road, Easley
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The Easley Chamber would love to celebrate your business milestone. Contact Neydi Ramirez at nramirez@easleychamber.org or at (864) 859-2693 to schedule a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the opening/renovations of your business or organize a Milestone Celebration to recognize your first year of business or the second...and onward. | |
Tomorrow, join us for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of Golden Honey Hair Salon at 118 South Pendleton Street, Unit C in downtown Easley at 4:00 PM. Come and join us in welcoming the salon to the area. You will also get to meet the fantastic stylists, and the owner, Carley. | |
Smithfields Country Club is pleased to announce the 33rd Annual Upstate Junior Classic Golf Tournament will be held June 6-7 at their golf course at 100 Pine Ridge Drive, Easley. This Statewide Major Championship will host 144 of the best junior golf players from across the state! Past Champions of the event include former PGA Tour Players: Kyle Thompson, Matt Hendrix, and Kevin Kisner. This event generates $30,000+ in economic impact revenue for the Easley area and they hope to keep that number climbing! If your business is interested in supporting this year’s event, donations of any amount are welcome and business sponsorships are also available. For details, please contact Alex Hamilton directly at the SC Junior Golf Foundation at 803-221-1157 or ahamilton@scgolf.org. All donations/sponsorships are considered charitable contributions. | |
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Easley-Powdersville Young Professionals Social | | |
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On Monday, May 14, 2023, the Young Professionals Steering Committee hosted their Easley-Powdersville After Hours Social at 312 Throwing Co. Many attended a fun night that included axe throwing, games, pizza, and networking. Thanks to 312 Throwing Co. for the great hospitality and Marco's Pizza for the delicious pizza and the famous cheezy bread and cinnasquares. Also, a big thank you to the corporate sponsor- Quality Granite, Cabinets and Flooring... Read More | |
Ready. Set. Roof. LLC Celebrates Milestone and Ribbon Cutting Celebration | | |
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On Friday, May 19, Ready. Set. Roof. LLC hosted a milestone anniversary and ribbon-cutting celebration at the Easley Chamber office (home-based business). John and Jessica started Ready. Set. Roof. LLC, in 2021, at a time when they both “felt that something was lacking in their careers and community, [so] they developed a desire to create a company that operates on the principles of being ethical, transparent, trustworthy, and of excellent value.” They also aim to build lasting relationships with each client and treat them like family. Because of that, they are committed to serving all your roofing needs as your local roofer of choice. Read More | |
Big Update From The Storehouse at 5 Point Church | | |
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Progress report! And it’s a big one! Phase 1 of stocking The Market is complete and they have just a tiny sneak peek for you. God is indeed good! They are getting closer and closer to their opening date and will keep you posted on their page. In addition, for anyone interested in volunteering, go to their website for information: https://www.thestorehouseeasley.org Follow Page | |
Want to share special business highlights with chamber members?
The Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce would love to share your business highlights in the Business Bridge Newsletter. Highlights can be awards, celebrations, certifications, recognitions, and more. Please let us know what you would like to share by contacting us at 864-859-2693 or nramirez@easleychamber.org. It's our business to share YOUR business!
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The Pickens County Airport Hosts 25 Students from Career & Technology Center
The Pickens County Airport hosted 25 students from the Pickens County Career & Technology Center Aeronautical Engineering class. They got a tour of various jobs at the airport and rode in an airplane. Instructor Robbie Albertson demonstrated to some of the students how to do a preflight inspection View Post
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Anderson County Honors the Memory and Legacy of Lester Brock at Council Meeting Through Resolution
Anderson County Council honors the memory and legacy of Lester Brock at the May 16th Council meeting through Resolution R2023-022: A Resolution honoring the memory of Lester Lowry Brock and his lifetime of extraordinary, dedicated service to the community and country. Read More
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National & State Labor Update for April
The United States saw positive job creation in April, and the labor force’s size finally passed pre-pandemic levels. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce stated that 253,000 jobs were added to the economy in April, far beyond the predicted 180,000 jobs. A growing labor market is favorable. However, it is also a qualifier for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates as they did on May 3rd from 5 percent to 5.25 percent. Due to record inflation and slow economic growth, the Federal Reserve has rapidly raised interest rates in anticipation of the labor market cracking.
Although there was growth in total jobs, there are still 3.75 million more job openings than unemployed workers. Job openings remain high, and quit levels do, too. Employers are continuing to face a workforce shortage. In the Palmetto State, the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) reported the number of people working increased to 2,330,701 in April and the state's labor force participation rate went up to 56.3% from March's rate of 55.1%. DEW also reported the number of unemployed people decreased to 75,653 bringing the unemployment rate down to 3.1% from March's rate of 3.2%.
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SC Legislative Update
Members of the South Carolina House of Representatives returned to Columbia last week after being called back by Governor McMaster. Here’s an update on their actions for last week:
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FY2023-24 Budget (H.4300) – A conference committee with members from both chambers of the General Assembly met throughout the week to work out the remaining differences in the state’s $13.8 billion FY2023-24 budget. The conference committee was unable to issue a conference report but plans to continue negotiations this week. If they can issue a report soon, the Senate could adopt it when they return today (May 23).
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Abortion (S.474) – Last Wednesday night, the S.C. House passed “The Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act” with an 82-33 vote mostly along party lines. Legislators spent almost 24 hours over the course of two days on the bill. This legislation bans abortions at six weeks; however, there are exceptions for rape and incest up to twelve weeks, fatal fetal anomalies, and the mother’s life. The bill now heads back to the Senate to debate changes made in the House. If they agree with the changes, the bill will go to the governor’s desk, where Governor McMaster has indicated he will sign it into law.
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