Hiring event for Spartanburg’s AC Hotel scheduled for Aug. 28
OTO Development hopes to fill up to 50 jobs for the new AC Hotel in downtown Spartanburg during a hiring event from 2-7 p.m. on Aug. 28 at RJ Rockers' brewery. 
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Meet the George’s New Dean
Mohamed "Mo" Djerdjouri is the new dean of the University of South Carolina Upstate's George Dean Johnson Jr. College of Business and Economics in downtown Spartanburg.
Mixed-use building in downtown Spartanburg clears first hurdle
The city’s Design Review Board on Wednesday approved a proposal for the new five-story 70,000-square-foot building by Spartanburg businessmen Andrew Cajka and Jimmy Gibbs.
How Clemson researchers plan to boost energy efficiency with connected, automated vehicle technology
The researchers plan to use cellular communication and dedicated short range radar to reduce unnecessary braking and idling, which waste fuel.
USC Upstate creates bachelor’s program in advanced manufacturing
The University of South Carolina Upstate said Thursday it will introduce a new two-year baccalaureate program aimed at helping individuals who have earned their Associate of Applied Science degrees in mechatronics build on their skills.
Spartanburg-based OTO Development properties recognized by TripAdvisor
Spartaburg-based OTO Development announced Tuesday that 45 of its owned and managed properties have earned the 2017 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.
Harton named CEO of United Community Bank
Greenville is a key location for the growing bank, which employs just under 2,000 people and operates 142 branches in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Tennessee.
Coldwell Banker Caine announces new office in downtown Spartanburg
Greenville-based real estate firm Coldwell Banker Caine said Wednesday it will establish its new Spartanburg headquarters in the Gilbert & Son Co. building in a 7,000-square-foot space formerly occupied by The Iron Yard at 151 S. Daniel Morgan Avenue.
Employers having to get creative in recruiting workers
“I’ve been in the human resources business since the early 80s, and it’s about as tight as I’ve seen it.”--Ed Parris, president of Phillips Staffing
Upstate firms struggle with unusually tight labor market
South Carolina’s unemployment rate has been falling for 7.5 years. In June, it reached 4 percent for the first time since December 2000.
How businesses can ensure their employees stick around
In a tight labor market, it is very important that employers keep abreast of rising wages, but retention is an even more complex equation.
Don’t be an accidental entrepreneur
Most successful entrepreneurs have had an idea, a skill, and a dream. But that didn’t necessarily mean they were ready to run a business.
The role of honors education in workforce development
Honors students become employees who can solve problems, voice opinions yet listen to other views, and innovate.
The Spartanburg County job market is on fire … and so is the rest of the Upstate
Spartanburg County has seen a an increase in job openings related to manufacturing, distribution, and call center jobs.
David Leamy’s Custom Chemical Corp. turns environmentally friendly cleaners into cash
Custom Chemical Corp.'s portfolio of products has increased from about 75 in 2009 to more than 140 today.
Restaurants feel the labor pains of the growing food scene
A growing restaurant scene is opening more restaurant positions than there are staff to fill them. And if a restaurant can’t find staff, it can’t provide the service.
GSP Airport sees more passenger growth in June
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport said Wednesday it served 189,949 passengers in June, a nearly 9 percent increase compared with 174,465 during the same month in 2016.
In SC, we make things
In the Upstate, the most common occupation involves making things, not selling things.
NASCAR’s Danica Patrick surprises Advance America customers in Spartanburg
Spartanburg-based Advance America kicks off 20th anniversary celebration by surprising customers with cash and a visit from NASCAR star Danica Patrick.
Canadian manufacturer relocating to Pickens County
Two other factories have just opened in the Pickens County Commerce Park and three other firms are currently expanding.
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