Economic Development News

"Haley, Sheheen reveal their ideas to cure state's ailing economy"
The Greenville News    August 16, 2010

Nexsen Pruet attorney Burnie Maybank speaks to The Greenville News about the economic plans of gubernatorial candidates Nikki Haley and Vincent Sheheen.

"Summit urges united front to diversify area's economic engine"
Beaufort    The Island Packet & WSAV    August 12, 2010

Nexsen Pruet attorney Ric Tapp was a panelist at the Lowcountry Regional Jobs Summit on August 10-11, 2010.

"The Riley Institute at Furman announces Midlands Diversity Leaders Initiative Class III Graduates"
MidlandsBiz    July 20, 2010

Nexsen Pruet congratulates member (partner) Tushar Chikhliker on his completion of the Midlands Diversity Leaders Initiative.

"Taking Off"
Dan McCue    Charleston Magazine    July 1, 2010

Charleston Magazine's 35th Anniversary Edition features an article entitled “Taking Off” which looks at the economic development impact Boeing is having on South Carolina's Lowcountry. Nexsen Pruet's Stephanie Eames spoke to the publication about how the Boeing deal came together.

Ernie Pearson Elected to Board of the North Carolina Economic Developers Association
Raleigh    June 28, 2010

Pearson is the managing member of the firm’s Raleigh office.

"Gov. Sanford signs Economic Development Competitiveness Act"
SCBIZ    June 24, 2010

Nexsen Pruet's Burnie Maybank played a key role in drafting the legislation.

Bob Coble Awarded Prestigious Order of The Palmetto
Columbia    June 24, 2010

Bob Coble, a Member (partner) in Nexsen Pruet’s Columbia office, has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the highest civilian honor given by the governor of South Carolina.

Editorial: "Uplifting numbers on Boeing"
Charleston    The Post and Courier    May 30, 2010

The Sunday, May 30th edition of Charleston's The Post and Courier features an editorial entitled "Uplifting numbers on Boeing."

Editorial: "State incentives were wisely spent on Boeing"
The Greenville News    May 25, 2010

The May 25th, 2010 edition of The Greenville News features an editorial entitled "State incentives were wisely spent on Boeing."

Nexsen Pruet Attorneys Address InnoVenture Southeast 2010
Greenville    May 20, 2010

Nexsen Pruet attorneys Leighton Lord and John Perkins address InnoVenture Southeast 2010.

"Gov. Sanford and Anderson County Welcome First Quality Tissue to South Carolina"
"Company plans to invest $1 billion and create 1,000 new jobs in Anderson County"
Anderson    South Carolina Department of Commerce    May 17, 2010

Nexsen Pruet's Mike Pitts and the firm's economic development team is proud to have assisted Anderson County in this major deal that will bring 1,000 jobs to South Carolina's Upstate.

"Incentives aren’t the only thing"
Francis B. Allgood    Greenville    GSA Business    May 12, 2010

GSA Business reports on Leighton Lord's presentation about Boeing at InnoVenture Southeast 2010.

"Mann: High-tech education key to growing economy"
Columbia    The State    April 29, 2010

The April 29th edition of The State newspaper features a guest column written by Nexsen Pruet's Mike Mann, who chairs the firm's Intellectual Property Group. It is entitled "Mann: High-tech education key to growing economy."

"Nexsen Pruet's economic development prowess well-known"
Columbia Regional Business Report    April 7, 2010

The April 5th, 2010 edition of the Columbia Regional Business Report features an article entitled "Nexsen Pruet's economic development prowess well-known."

USC Law School to Honor Ric Tapp with Prestigious Award
March 18, 2010

Nexsen Pruet is proud to announce that Ric Tapp, a member (partner) in the firm’s Charleston office, has been selected as a 2010 Gold Compleat Lawyer.

Innoventure Southeast 2010
Greenville    February 10, 2010

InnoVenture’s goal is to connect customers, capital, talent and technology. Attendees will have opportunities to meet and share their thoughts about the future of businesses they are creating here.

Tushar Chikhliker Participates in Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative
Columbia    February 9, 2010

The class is made up of forty Midlands-area leaders who are selected from four sectors of the community: corporate, governmental, non-profit and faith-based.

"Thank you Judge Wilkins"
Sen. Glenn McConnell - President Pro Tempore, S.C. Senate    The Greenville News    February 3, 2010

S.C. Senate President Pro Tempore Senator Glenn McConnell authored a letter to the editor in the February 3rd, 2010 edition of The Greenville News. The letter is entitled "Thank You Judge Wilkins.”

"Thank You Stephanie Eames"
January 29, 2010

On Jan. 27th, 2010 state Senators thanked Nexsen Pruet attorney Stephanie Eames for her work on the deal that is bringing Boeing to South Carolina.

"Pure Power Technologies Celebrates the Inauguration of the Company’s R&D Facility"
Columbia    January 26, 2010

Nexsen Pruet attorneys Burnie Maybank and Bob Coble along with the firm's Economic Development team are proud to have assisted Navistar in this deal which helped save hundreds of jobs in the Midlands.

Attorneys Honored for Work on Boeing Deal
Charleston    January 25, 2010

The Charleston Metro Chamber recognized Nexsen Pruet attorneys Stephanie Eames and Ric Tapp at the annual Legislative Reception.

"Commission's findings should alter entire way we pay taxes"
John DeWorken    GSA Business    January 20, 2010

A "viewpoint" article in the January 18th edition of GSA Business is entitled "Commission's findings should alter entire way we pay taxes." It examines the South Carolina Tax Realignment Commission, which is being chaired by Nexsen Pruet attorney Burnie Maybank.

Billy Wilkins Named to List of "50 Most Influential" People in Greenville
Greenville Business Magazine    January 2010

The January 2010 edition of Greenville Business Magazine names Nexsen Pruet attorney Billy Wilkins to its list of "50 Most Influential" people in Greenville.

SC Chamber of Commerce - "HR Minutes: Employment Security Commission"
January 6, 2010

Each month, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce produces an interview segment called "HR Minutes." For January 2010, the chamber's human resources director Tim Timmons spoke with Nexsen Pruet Employment and Labor Law attorney William Floyd about the Employment Security Commission (ESC).

Nexsen Pruet Elects Three New Members
Columbia, Raleigh    January 4, 2010

Nexsen Pruet announced today that Tushar Chikhliker, Suzi Grigg and Ernie Pearson have been elected Members (partners) of the firm.

"Multi-County Economic Partnership Dream Comes to Fruition at Triangle North"
Ernie Pearson    Raleigh    Southern Business and Development    2010

Southern Business and Development's 2010 Small Town South Edition features an article written by Nexsen Pruet attorney Ernie Pearson entitled "Multi-County Economic Partnership Dream Comes to Fruition at Triangle North."

Stephanie Eames Graduates from the Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative
Charleston    December 21, 2009

Nexsen Pruet attorney Stephanie Eames has graduated from the Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative at Furman University.

Boeing's Test Flight of the 787 Dreamliner
December 21, 2009

Boeing's test flight of the 787 Dreamliner on December 15, 2009

Nexsen Pruet Attorneys Work “Behind the Scenes” On Another Big Deal for South Carolina
Charleston    November 24, 2009

Nexsen Pruet attorneys have once again played a key role in a major economic development deal in South Carolina.

"Boeing groundbreaking in North Charleston"
North Charleston    News from the South Carolina Department of Commerce    November 21, 2009

The November 21st - December 4th edition of "News from the South Carolina Department of Commerce" features a video of the recent Boeing groundbreaking in North Charleston.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Boeing's New Facility
North Charleston    November 20, 2009

Political and business leaders from across the Carolinas and beyond attended a grounbreaking ceremony for Boeing's new 787 Dreamliner facility.

Mark Knight Named “M&A Lawyer of the Year”
Columbia    Best Lawyers    November 19, 2009

Nexsen Pruet attorney Mark Knight has been named “Columbia, SC Mergers & Acquisitions Lawyer of the Year” for 2010 by Best Lawyers®. In various specialty areas, the publication recognizes one attorney from large legal communities as the “Lawyer of the Year.”

"Study: Middle incomes hit hard, S.C. taxes favor wealthy, group says"
Columbia    The State    November 19, 2009

The November 19th edition of The State newspaper quotes Nexsen Pruet attorney Burnie Maybank in an article entitled "Study: Middle incomes hit hard, S.C. taxes favor wealthy, group says."

"From bench to bar: Former federal chief judge makes tough transition"
South Carolina Lawyers Weekly    November 10, 2009

The November 9th, 2009 edition of South Carolina Lawyers Weekly profiles Billy Wilkins in an article entitled "From bench to bar: Former federal chief judge makes tough transition."

"For a moment, Boeing brought accord in Columbia"
GSA Business, Columbia Regional Business Report    November 9, 2009

The November 9th edition of GSA Business features an article entitled "For a moment, Boeing brought accord in Columbia." Nexsen Pruet board chairman spoke to reporter Mike Fitts about how "South Carolina’s power structure can function well."

Media Reports on 1st Boeing Contract
Charleston Regional Business Journal, WCIV News 4, WMBF News    November 7, 2009

The S.C. Department of Commerce has announced the design-to-build contract for the new Boeing in North Charleston.

"Thanking a behind-the-scenes player"
Sen. Glenn McConnell - President Pro Tempore, S.C. Senate    The Post and Courier    November 6, 2009

S.C. Senate President Pro Tempore Senator Glenn McConnell authored a letter to the editor in the November 6, 2009 edition of Charleston's The Post and Courier. McConnell thanked Nexsen Pruet attorney Ric Tapp for his role in the Boeing deal.

"Bringing Boeing to S.C. - THE ART OF THE DEAL"
The Post and Courier    November 1, 2009

The Charleston Post and Courier references Nexsen Pruet's role in the Boeing deal in an article entitled "Bringing Boeing to S.C. - THE ART OF THE DEAL."

“Former federal judge played pivotal role in landing Boeing”
The Greenville News    October 31, 2009

The Greenville News reports on Billy Wilkins role in the Boeing deal in an article entitled "Former federal judge played pivotal role in landing Boeing."

"Sanford signs incentive legislation into law"
North Charleston    WCSC - Live 5 News    October 30, 2009

State leaders thank Ric Tapp and Nexsen Pruet attorneys for working to negotiate the Boeing incentives package that was approved by the South Carolina legislature.

"Boeing reps talk big benefits in South Carolina"
Myrtle Beach    WMBF News    October 29, 2009

WMBF News interviews Nexsen Pruet board chairman Leighton Lord about Boeing's potential impact on South Carolina.

"Boeing move could spread across state"
The Greenville News    October 29, 2009

Billy Wilkins tells The Greenville News how Nexsen Pruet's Economic Development team worked to convince Boeing to come to South Carolina.

Nexsen Pruet Plays Key Role in Deal to Bring Boeing to South Carolina
Columbia    October 28, 2009

Nexsen Pruet attorneys played a key role in helping aircraft maker Boeing land new jobs in South Carolina.

George Bullwinkel Selected for Leadership Charleston Class of 2010
Charleston    September 2, 2009

Nexsen Pruet is pleased to announce that George Bullwinkel has been selected for the Leadership Charleston Class of 2010.

Stephanie Yarbrough to Participate in Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative
Charleston    August 31, 2009

Stephanie Yarbrough, a special counsel with Nexsen Pruet’s Banking & Finance Group in Charleston, has been invited to participate in the fall class of the Riley Institute Diversity Leaders Initiative at Furman University.

"South Carolina may end some sales tax exemptions"
Nexsen Pruet's Burnie Maybank to serve on special tax commission
The Greenville News    August 25, 2009

The Greenville News reports on a "special commission charged with reviewing South Carolina tax policy."

Noted Danish Tall Ship to Dock in Charleston; Will be Open to Public
Charleston    August 5, 2009

The Danmark, a 76-year-old tall ship considered to be Denmark’s “nautical ambassador,” is scheduled to be in Charleston. “This is going to be a great event for the Lowcountry,” said attorney Brad Waring, who is Honorary Danish Consul for North and South Carolina.

"Manufacturing tax raises recruitment concerns"
The Greenville News    July 18, 2009

Nexsen Pruet economic development attorney Burnie Maybank is quoted in an article in The Greenville News entitled "Manufacturing tax raises recruitment concerns."

Nexsen Pruet: Only Law Firm Listed for North and South Carolina in "Trade Allies" Directory
Southern Business and Development    July 15, 2009

The new edition of Southern Business & Development magazine features the "1st Annual Trade Allies Directory." Nexsen Pruet is the only law firm listed in both North and South Carolina.

"Commerce’s budget gets slashed again"
Columbia    Columbia Regional Business Report    June 29, 2009

A June 29th article in the Columbia Regional Business Report entitled "Commerce's budget gets slashed again" quotes Nexsen Pruet attorney Burnie Maybank.

Leighton Lord Appointed to Santee Cooper Board
June 22, 2009

Nexsen Pruet Board Chairman Leighton Lord has been appointed to the Santee Cooper Board.

"Myrtle Beach area's Freestyle paying to rename parkway"
The Sun News    June 22, 2009

Nexsen Pruet attorney Franklin Daniels is quoted in a Myrtle Beach Sun News article entitled "Myrtle Beach area's Freestyle paying to rename parkway."

"Conversations: Leighton Lord, Chairman of Nexsen Pruet"
MidlandsBiz    June 4, 2009

The June 4th edition of MidlandsBiz features a "Conversation" with Nexsen Pruet Board Chairman Leighton Lord.

Leighton Lord Graduates from Midlands Diversity Leaders Initiative
Columbia    June 1, 2009

Nexsen Pruet is pleased to announce that Board Chairman Leighton Lord has graduated from the Midlands Diversity Leaders Initiative.

Nexsen Pruet to Sponsor 6th Annual Innoventure Conferences
Greenville    March 19, 2009

When entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, educators, and business leaders gather for the 6th annual InnoVenture Conference in Greenville, they’ll have the full support of Nexsen Pruet. The law firm is a founding sponsor of the event, which brings together global thought leaders from the corporate, technology, and higher education worlds in a day-long event scheduled for March 24 at the Carolina First Center.

"Revamped Jafza plan focuses on Santee"
Orangeburg Times and Democrat / TheTandD.com    March 17, 2009

The Orangeburg Times and Democrat reports “Revamped Jafza plan focuses on Santee” in an article on March 11, 2009.

Nexsen Pruet Creates Stimulus Response Team to Help Clients Navigate the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
February 20, 2009

Nexsen Pruet has created a strategic response team to help guide clients who want to secure funds through the new economic stimulus appropriation called the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

Nexsen Pruet Opens Raleigh Office; Ernie Pearson & Former Governor Holshouser Join Firm
Raleigh, NC    January 5, 2009

Nexsen Pruet today announced the opening of a Raleigh office that will include Ernie Pearson, former Assistant Secretary of Economic Development for the North Carolina Department of Commerce, and former Governor Jim Holshouser.

Capital Purchase Program Guidelines
Washington, DC    October 21, 2008

U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry M. Paulson, Jr. has announced guidelines for qualifying U.S. controlled banks, savings associations, and certain bank and savings and loan holding companies interested in participating in the Capital Purchase Program

Nexsen Pruet to Host Panel Discussion on Doing Business in Latin America
Charleston    October 14, 2008

Nexsen Pruet will host a luncheon and panel discussion entitled “Doing Business in a Changing Latin America: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities” on Friday, Oct. 24, at the Renaissance Charleston Hotel, 68 Meeting St.

Nexsen Pruet Attorney Named "Top Impact Law Leader"
Greensboro    August 25, 2008

Business Leader Magazine names Bill Wilcox a "Top Impact Law Leader."

Former Charleston Economic Development Director Joins Nexsen Pruet
July 28, 2008

2008 Economic Development and Tax Incentive Update
July 17, 2008

Mayor Bob Coble, a Nexsen Pruet Partner, to Receive 2008 Global Vision Award
May 8, 2008

Nexsen Pruet Named Among Top Economic Development Law Firms in the Southeast
April 2008

Southern Business & Development magazine has named Nexsen Pruet one of the top law firms for economic development in the South – and the only one recognized in South Carolina.

Franklin Daniels Joins Nexsen Pruet's Real Estate Group
January 30, 2008

Franklin Daniels, whose broad-based real estate, corporate and economic development experience spans both the corporate and the law firm settings, has joined Nexsen Pruet as Special Counsel.

"Burnie Maybank: Trends in Economic Development"
MidlandsBiz    January 1, 2008

Midlands Biz interviewed Nexsen Pruet attorney Burnie Maybank for an article entitled "Trends in Economic Development."

Nexsen Pruet's Innovation Team To Focus on Start-Up and Emerging Businesses
May 1, 2007

Nexsen Pruet today announced the establishment of an Innovation Team that combines the capabilities of four key practice areas vital to start-up and emerging businesses.

April Lucas Wins YWCA's Tribute to Women and Industry - Diamond Award
May 25, 2006

April C. Lucas, a Member in Nexsen Pruet's Columbia office, has earned the YWCA's Tribute to Women and Industry (TWIN) Diamond Award, a nationally recognized honor given annually to outstanding female executives in the Midlands.

Brad Waring Inducted As President Of The South Carolina Bar
May 22, 2006

Bradish J. (Brad) Waring, a Member in Nexsen Pruet’s Charleston office, was inducted as president of the South Carolina Bar during ceremonies held at the Bar’s House of Delegates meeting Friday, May 19, 2006.

Sen. McConnell Names David Parrish To New Board Created To Protect Small Business From Costly Regs
July 7, 2004

David Parrish has been named to a new statewide watchdog commission under the S.C. Department of Commerce, designed to protect small businesses from overly-burdensome regulations.

Six Nexsen Pruet Attorneys Recognized For Excellence; Three Practices Areas Rated No. 1
April 23, 2004

Six Nexsen Pruet attorneys named among the top legal practitioners in their fields in Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers. Nexsen Pruet also ranked No. 1 in three practice areas.