small business economy

Sharp decline in new business development across South Carolina highlights impact of Covid-19 Recession on the state

Press Release Contact: Frank Knapp fknapp@scsbc.org 803-600-6874 cell Columbia, SC, September 26, 2020—The South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce (SCSBCC) has compiled data showing a decline in new business license applications in numerous municipalities and counties in South Carolina. The data shows a worrisome trend in the health of…

Retail stores in South Carolina prepare to welcome customers back, follow social distancing guidelines

(Buddy Delaney serves on the Board of Directors of the SC Small Business Chamber of Commerce) WIS-TV April 20, 2020  Watch video COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – Buddy Delaney owns Best Mattress in West Columbia. He said when they open up their tomorrow showrooms, they’ll have strict guidelines in place to…