TODAY'S HEADLINES / APRIL 11, 2011

Innovista to get new director of business solutions

Ann Marie Stieritz has worked in the S.C. Technical College System, most recently as vice president for economic development and workforce competitiveness. Her responsibilities will include recruiting high-tech businesses to the Midlands and serving as the liaison between USC researchers and the business community.

S.C. State names director of transportation center

Charles Wright, a professional in civil engineering transportation, will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Clyburn Transportation Center and work to position it as a partner for the state and nation in developing various aspects of the transportation industry.

Cox Industries unveils new Internet customer portal

As part of a series of technology upgrades, Cox Industries, a wood products producer in Orangeburg, is unveiling a new Internet customer portal. Now, when customers log in on the Cox website, their recent account activity and order literature will be displayed.

Plant and flower festival set for new farmers market

The S.C. Department of Agriculture will host the first Spring Plant & Flower Festival April 14-17 at the new S.C. State Farmers Market. The market is located at 3483 Charleston Highway, West Columbia.

Rare prints dealer to discuss valuation of Audubon

W. Graham Arader III, who has 35 years’ experience working with auctions and galleries, will discuss the valuation of illustrations by John James Audubon and Mark Catesby at the Ernest F. Hollings Special Collections Library at the University of South Carolina.

Legislative Calendar

Each week, the Business Report publishes the calendar of who is entertaining our legislators.

Job of the Week

Verizon Wireless is hiring a retail sales representative in Orangeburg. The job entails using interpersonal skills to close sales and surpass quotas. The job requires at least one to two years’ sales experience. A college degree and Spanish language skills are a plus. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), phone discounts, tuition assistance and work-life programs. Learn more or apply here.

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