The Business Journal's daily Tip Sheet - Oct. 15, 2019

From left: Former U.S. Secretaries of Education Richard Riley and Arne Duncan with Congressman James Clyburn during a 2012 visit to Scott’s Branch High School.

Programs named finalists for Riley Institute WhatWorksSC Award

The Riley Institute at Furman University® has announced the three finalists for the 2019 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC™ Award, which celebrates promising education initiatives that are improving outcomes for South Carolina’s students.

Charleston Harbor Tours & Events Unveils New Cruise Ship

Charleston Harbor Tours & Events is excited to announce the arrival of a new vessel to its operation. The Charleston Princess is taking the place of the Carolina Queen with upgraded comfort, viewing areas ...

Lowcountry Food Bank Receives $10,000 Donation from Darden ...

Charleston, SC -- The Lowcountry Food Bank announced today a $10,000 grant from The Darden Foundation to help provide hunger relief to Lowcountry families. The generous unrestricted grant will allow Lowcountry Food Bank to allocate funds in areas the community needs the most.

Charleston Mayoral Forum to Address African American ...

The Progressive Club of Johns Island, Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach, and the Wadmalaw Island Community Center have partnered to host a Mayoral Forum on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at the St. Johns High School Auditorium, 1518 Main Road, Johns Island, SC 29455.

Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D'Escoffier International ...

Taking place October 16-20, this five-day series of Dame-hosted events will feature cooking demonstrations, wine and cocktail tastings, and food and beverage pairings with some of Charleston’s most acclaimed female chefs, sommeliers and hosts.

Charlestowne Hotels To Manage The Atlantic Hotel & Spa

Charlestowne Hotels proudly announces the addition of The Atlantic Hotel & Spa to the company’s diverse portfolio of managed properties. The leading hospitality management company will oversee all hotel and spa operations for the AAA Four Diamond rated property, an all-suite beach boutique ...

A Shellabration for Conservation

In an effort to restore oyster habitats and ultimately cleaner waters, the Charleston-based Toadfish Conservation Coalition will host Shellabration, a Lowcountry-style fundraiser featuring food, wine, and auction items on November 3 from 3 - 7 pm.

Charleston Area SBDC Hires Government Contracting Consultant

David Dobry has joined the Charleston Area Small Business Development Center (SBDC) as a Business Consultant, specializing in Government Contracting. He will provide his expertise and resources to entrepreneurs interested in bidding on government contracts.

OFlaherty, IOM, Named Chair of Northeast Board of Regents ...

Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, has appointed Douglas OFlaherty, IOM, Vice President of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association, to chair the Northeast Board of Regents.