THE BUZZ | A South Carolina Economic Podcast

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WHAT'S THE BUZZ?

Economic Development is always a buzzing topic in the Carolinas. Stay up to date on who is coming, expanding and considering the Southeast with economic development lawyers Tushar Chikhliker and Burnie Maybank. The Buzz, a weekly video podcast series breaking down the details with industry experts from all sectors & corners of the Palmetto State (and beyond!).

Episode 87: Henrietta Baskins

Episode 87: Henrietta Baskins

This week, we are joined by Henri Baskins, Executive Vice President of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. Henri leads the Minority Business Accelerator program in Columbia. Click here to listen and learn more.

Episode 86: Thamas Komaromi

Episode 86: Thamas Komaromi

This week Kara and Tushar, sit down with General Counsel of Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America, Thomas Komaromi to discuss the five year anniversary of the Newberry, South Carolina plant. Click here to listen and learn more about this tremendous achievement.

Episode 85: Michelle Fowler

Episode 85: Michelle Fowler

This week Kara and Tushar, co-host of The Buzz, discuss workforce development in the lowcountry with Michelle Fowler, Chief Administrative Officer at W International in Goose Creek, SC.

Episode 84: Tony Toups and Darian Harris

Episode 84: Tony Toups and Darian Harris

This week Kara and Burnie, co-host of The Buzz, discuss investing in rural areas with Tony Toups, principal and member of senior management at Advantage Capital and Darian Harris, an associate on Advantage Capital’s national expansion team.

Episode 83: Duane Parrish

Episode 83: Duane Parrish

This week Kara and Tushar, co-host of The Buzz, discuss tourism after the height of the pandemic with the Director of the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Duane Parrish.

Episode 82: Burnie and Kara

Episode 82: Burnie and Kara

This week Kara and Burnie, co-host of The Buzz, discuss South Carolina’ Economic Development and Tax Rankings. Burnie brings years of research and expertise to the episode as the former Director of the South Carolina Department of Revenue and a Nexsen Pruet attorney.

Episode 81: Jeff Ruble

Episode 81: Jeff Ruble

Kara and Tushar are joined by Jeff Ruble, Director of Richland County Economic Development. Jeff has a seasoned history working on some of the largest economic development projects to approach South Carolina in his 30 years experience. Tune in for an update on the progression of economic development in SC.

Episode 80: Dan Ellzey

Episode 80: Dan Ellzey

Kara and Burnie are joined by Dan Ellzey, Executive Director of South Carolina’s Department Employment and Workforce. They tackle job rates, insurance tax rates, and new opportunities that are arising in workforce development in South Carolina. Tune in to discover the evolving job market within the state!

Episode 79: Amy Tinsley

Episode 79: Amy Tinsley

Amy Tinsley, Executive Director of the South Carolina Automotive Council, sits down with Kara and Burnie to discuss workforce development and the blossoming automotive industry in South Carolina.

Episode 78: Harry Lightsey

Episode 78: Harry Lightsey

Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III was appointed by Governor McMaster to serve as Secretary of Commerce in June of 2021. A fixture in South Carolina’s business community for decades, Lightsey is bringing his expertise and knowledge to the Department of Commerce.

Episode 77: Brantley Strickland, SouthernCarolina Regional Development Alliance

Episode 77: Brantley Strickland, SouthernCarolina Regional Development Alliance

Brantley Strickland, Senior Project Manager at SouthernCarolina Regional Development Alliance, is one of only 60 people in South Carolina to earn advanced accreditation as a South Carolina Certified Economic Developer. Brantley, Kara + Burnie discuss workforce development, broadband and golf!

Episode 76: Curtis Loftis, State Treasurer

Episode 76: Curtis Loftis, State Treasurer

For 20 years, the Future Scholar program has helped South Carolina families reach their financial educational goals for their children. Curtis Loftis, State Treasurer, joins Kara + Burnie to talk about this amazing program. Tune in now!

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