The Business Journal's daily Tip Sheet - July 23, 2020

A Pandemic is the Mother of Invention, Part 2: Technologies That Bridge the Gap

With the arrival of a COVID-19 vaccine still months away, our communities continue to search for a way to get back to a semblance of normalcy in a safe and responsible manner. HRP’s July 17th webinar introduced several technologies that can lower the risk of virus transmission, and bridge the gap until the arrival of an effective vaccine and/or herd immunity is realized. This webinar detailed how rapid test kits, air filtration, surface protectants, ultraviolet light, and thermal imaging technologies will lead the way in our endeavor to get back to our daily routine. Sponsored Content

Tri-County Hospitals Create “Masks Save Lives.” Campaign...

To help spread the word on the life-saving role masks have in protecting against the spread of COVID-19 all of the tri-county hospitals have partnered in a “Masks Save Lives.” public service campaign.

REV Federal Credit Union Announces New VP Marketing

Charleston, SC (July 20, 2020) – REV Federal Credit Union is proud to welcome Shawn Kaup as Vice President of Marketing. Mr. Kaup brings more than twenty years of Marketing and Management experience.

Rosen Hagood Attorney, Andrew Gowdown, Joins Board...
The law firm of Rosen Hagood is pleased to announce that partner Andrew Gowdown has joined the board of directors of the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC). An attorney with years of experience representing clients with traumatic brain injuries (TBI), Gowdown is passionate about educating for prevention and advocating for the injured.

Join Us on Friday, July 24 for a COVID-19 Relief Food Distribution

COVID-19 has created a tremendous increase in the need for food for our neighbors who struggle with hunger. More than 173,700 individuals, including 51,510 children, face hunger every day in coastal South Carolina. These numbers are increasing as the COVID-19 pandemic persists.

Home Telecom Begins Staffing High-Tech Nexton Service Location

MONCKS CORNER, SC July 22, 2020 – Home Telecom announces the virtual opening this week of their new two-story, 20,000-square-foot Home Telecom Technology and Retail Center located at 1247 Nexton Parkway in Summerville.

United Community Banks, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results

United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (United) reported second quarter financial results, with record year-over-year loan and deposit growth. United delivered net income of $25.1 million and pre-tax pre-provision income of $65.6 million and built its allowance for credit losses with a $33.5 million provision for credit losses.