Freddy’s Opens on Pamplico Highway with a Ribbon Cutting

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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers officially opened in Florence at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 1st with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.  Franchise owner Brett Rickert was joined by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce and its ambassadors, his father and partner Stan Rickert and the Freddy’s team for the celebration.  Cutting the ribbon was General Manager Cormika Johnson-Richburg.  Located at 1104 Pamplico Highway near MUSC Health Florence Medical Center, Freddy’s is known for its cooked-to-order steakburgers, Vienna Beef hot dogs, shoestring fries and frozen custard treats made with freshly churned chocolate or vanilla frozen custard.

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On The Go Cuts Ribbon for Second Location in Florence

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A ribbon cutting was held at On The Go on Thursday, May 27th, celebrating its membership in the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. Store Manager Nicki Paige cut the ribbon. She was joined by the owner and his family, store staff, Chamber staff and Chamber Ambassadors for the celebration. The store opened in late April at 305 Pamplico Highway. The Pamplico Highway location represents the second On The Go in Florence for Johnny Rishmawi, Owner of the gas station/convenience store. He opened the first location at 2019 Alligator Road.

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Anything Customs Printing & Apparel Celebrates Joining Chamber with Ribbon Cutting

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Anything Customs Printing & Apparel held a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, May 26th celebrating its move and expansion and its membership in the Chamber.  Reginald Stigger, Owner, cut the ribbon. Joining in the celebration were employees, family, Chamber staff and ambassadors.  Anything Customs Printing & Apparel has moved from Third Loop Road to its new location at 2415 Second Loop Road. He opened his business five years ago on Third Loop Road.

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The Manor Celebrates Expansion with New Club House

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A ribbon cutting was held at The Manor in Florence on Tuesday, May 18th, celebrating the completion and opening of the new Asbury Village Club House. Sharing in this celebration was the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. Chamber ambassadors and staff attended the event. The Manor is a full Continuum of Care Retirement Community at 2100 Twin Church Road in Florence. It has approximately 220 residents. Formerly the Methodist Manor, the retirement community opened in December 1991. “We offer independent living options, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing,” said Sarah Benton, the Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

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VBC LP Holds Ribbon Cutting In the James Allen Plaza To Celebrate Chamber Membership

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VBC LP held a ribbon cutting in the James Allen Plaza on Dargan Street Thursday, May 13th in celebration of joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. Managing partner Vincent Coe cut the ribbon and was joined by chamber ambassadors and staff. VBC LP (Balcony Advisors) is a partnership that was formed in 2020.

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Information Session Held On SCORE Mentor-ship

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On Tuesday, May 11th the Florence Chamber held an informational session on how seasoned business leaders could learn more about volunteering and sharing their business experience to help area small startup businesses. This effort was made possible by the new Pee Dee branch of SCORE which provides support for new and existing small businesses in the area. Small businesses need help now more than ever. As our small business communities recover from the pandemic, local volunteers can be a part of helping them return as a prosperous and thriving establishment. Jim Helfgott, SCORE Grand Strand Chapter Chair, helped conduct the meeting, along with local business owner and Chamber chair, Mike Reichenbach. The local SCORE Pee Dee Branch offices are located at the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce – 100 West Evans Street in Downtown Florence. For more information on SCORE mentorship, please contact the Chamber at 843-665-0515 or click here: https://grandstrand.score.org/peedee

Camellia’s Home Care Holds Ribbon Cutting

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Camellia’s Home Care celebrated its membership in the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, May 11th with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Owner Shiandra Davis cut the ribbon and celebrated with family, friends and Chamber staff and ambassadors. The non-medical home care business is located at 3656 S. Irby St. in Florence. Davis said she provides non-medical home care services, catering to the disability and senior community. She works with a staff of five, including nurses and personal care aides.

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Influence Digital Agency Holds Ribbon Cutting with Florence Chamber

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Influence Digital Agency celebrated its Florence connection and joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce on Monday, May 3rd. The ribbon cutting was held in the James Allen Plaza on Dargan Street. Joining owner Lance Lewis were Chamber staff, Chamber Ambassadors and Josh Richardson, Sales Director, and Richardson’s wife, Erika. Influence Digital Agency is a small ad agency focusing on small to medium size businesses based in North and South Carolina, Lewis said. The company was established in North Carolina and most recently branched out into the Florence area. Lewis said 100 percent of their focus is on the Florence market at this time. Richardson will be serving the Florence/Myrtle Beach area. He has nearly 25 years of digital advertising sales. Lewis said Richardson previously worked for one of the top three media groups. He said Richardson’s experience in digital advertising will be invaluable to this area.

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Leadership Florence Class Helps Community Nonprofits During COVID For Service Project

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The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Florence class is forging ahead despite the COVID-19 pandemic with its service project this year. Members have benefited in many ways from participating in Leadership Florence. Some have had to restrict their attendance to Zoom while others have had limited interaction. The 2020-2021 class is working on a “Helping Florence Bounce Back” donation drive. The donation drive continues until May 21 and is the class project for this year’s Leadership Florence group. The class has collection bins at more than 70 locations throughout Florence to collect everything from personal hygiene items to school supplies. The supply drive will culminate in a Leadership Day of Service from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 22, at First Presbyterian Church, located at 700 S. Park Ave.

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Notch 8 Catering Hosted A Business After Hours on April 29th

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The first Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours since the COVID-19 pandemic restricted large gatherings was held on Thursday, April 29th at Victors in downtown Florence and was hosted by Notch 8 Catering. “It’s a good crowd,” said Jay Lavrinc, Director of Membership Relations with the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. Jayne L. Murray, Director of Catering, and her crew at Notch 8 prepared samples of their catering menu for the chamber members.  Their catering service offers budget-minded menus for breakfast, box lunches, and large social gatherings.

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