BOUDREAUX is honored to announce that the firm has received the 2026 Firm Award from the South Carolina chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA South Carolina), the organization’s highest recognition for an architecture practice. The award honors a firm that has consistently produced distinguished architecture while making a lasting contribution to the profession and the communities it serves.

The recognition comes as BOUDREAUX begins the celebration of its 50th anniversary – marking five decades of living its mission to cultivate relationships, design inspiring places, and enrich communities across the Southeast.

Founded in Columbia in 1976, BOUDREAUX has grown from a small local practice into a multi-disciplinary architecture, planning, interior design, and historic preservation firm with studios in Columbia, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina. Throughout its history, the firm has remained deeply rooted in the belief that architecture is ultimately about people – the students collaborating on their campuses, the faithful gathering in the sacred spaces, the citizens influencing local government, and the teams thriving in their workplaces.

“Of all the recognitions our firm has received over the years, this is among the most meaningful because it reflects the totality of who we are – not one project, one moment, or one individual, but decades of delivering meaningful work with humility, consistency, and an unwavering commitment to quality,” said Heather Mitchell, AIA, President of BOUDREAUX. “To be recognized by our peers in this way is an honor. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has been part of our story.”

Today, BOUDREAUX continues its impact as part of the design team shaping Columbia’s Congaree Riverfront District, a transformative civic project strengthening the city’s connection to the river. They are advancing major higher education projects, including the University of South Carolina’s new Health Sciences Campus, two Clemson University residence halls, and the University of North Carolina Charlotte’s Loy Witherspoon Center for Meditation and Reflection.

While BOUDREAUX has received numerous design, planning, preservation, and sustainability awards over its history, the AIA South Carolina Firm Award recognizes something broader: a sustained culture of design excellence, mentorship, leadership, collaboration, and service to the profession.

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Austin King is leading MediaCutlet’s expansion across North Carolina and South Carolina, bringing video strategy and content systems to healthcare, medical technology, and life sciences organizations.

Who provides video strategy for healthcare and medtech in the Carolinas?

Austin King and MediaCutlet work with healthcare systems, medtech companies, and life sciences organizations in Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, Greensboro, and Greenville, SC.

Why is video strategy critical in North and South Carolina right now?

The Carolinas’ healthcare and life sciences sectors are scaling fast, but most organizations still treat video as one-off projects. That gap between growth and content infrastructure is where we operate.

Who is MediaCutlet currently working with in the Carolinas?

We’re supporting organizations including NC TECH, Connect Labs by Wexford at The Pearl in Charlotte, BIZNOW, SCBIZ, and Furniture Today—building video systems that drive visibility and pipeline.

What makes MediaCutlet’s approach different?

We build always-on storytelling systems, not single videos. Capture real moments, deploy fast, distribute consistently, measure pipeline impact.

What’s the vision for MediaCutlet in the Carolinas?

To become the go-to video strategy partner in North and South Carolina for healthcare, medtech, and life sciences within three years.

Learn more at mediacutlet.com

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Brandon Named Integrated Agency of Record for Palmetto Goodwill

Brandon has been named integrated agency of record for Palmetto Goodwill following a competitive review. The partnership brings together two South Carolina–based organizations committed to driving meaningful impact through purpose-led work.

As agency of record, Brandon will lead an integrated marketing and communications effort designed to strengthen Palmetto Goodwill’s brand, expand awareness of its mission, and support initiatives that advance workforce development and economic mobility across the region.

Palmetto Goodwill is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to providing job training, employment opportunities, and community-based services for individuals facing barriers to employment. Through its retail operations and workforce programs, the organization reinvests proceeds into education, skills training, and local impact initiatives that help individuals and families achieve long-term stability.

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DP3 Architects has launched a dedicated Commercial Studio to support retail, workplace, mixed-use, and other commercial development projects across the Southeast. The studio formalizes the body of work the firm has delivered for decades, now providing a clear structure and leadership for a growing area of practice.

Under the leadership of Meg Terry, Principal and CMO, the Commercial Studio applies a strategic design lens to commercial development. Terry brings deep experience working alongside development teams to deliver projects that respond to market conditions while supporting long-term performance.

“This studio is a byproduct of the work we’ve been doing successfully for years,” said Terry. “By creating a dedicated Commercial Studio, we’re able to bring greater focus, consistency, and depth of resources to clients navigating changing expectations around workplace, retail, and mixed-use development.”

Like all DP3 Studios, the new Commercial Studio embodies our architecture-by-team philosophy, uniting the firm’s diverse expertise to guide commercial projects from concept to completion. By fostering collaboration, shared accountability, and integrated problem-solving, the studio enhances project outcomes while ensuring efficiency, quality, and lasting performance

“We are excited to be able to provide another area of expertise to our clients,” said Brian Thomas, principal and CEO. “Combining our commercial portfolio with the current demand in the market, we look

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VIP Marketing and its premium video production subsidiary, Craft Creative, recently announced they earned three Golden Gavel Awards at the 2026 Golden Gavel Awards ceremony during the Trial Lawyers Summit in Miami Beach, Florida.

The brands were recognized across three categories, including:
– Video Production Services (Film, Video, and Sound)
– Best Blog and Content (Digital)
– Best Transit Ad (Out of Home)

Hosted by The A-List, the Golden Gavel Awards recognize standout work across legal marketing and advertising, honoring agencies and firms for creative excellence across media categories.

“These awards mean a lot because they reflect the work and the people behind it,” said Eric Elliott, Founder and CEO of VIP Marketing and Founder of Craft Creative. “If you stay small enough long enough, you’ll be big enough soon enough. VIP Marketing started as a local shop built on relationships and results. Today, we’re grateful to be recognized nationally while serving law firms all over the country.”

VIP Marketing and Craft Creative previously entered the event with multiple nominations across digital, video, and out-of-home categories, reinforcing the brands’ focus on strategy, trust, and cinematic-level execution in legal advertising.

About VIP Marketing & Craft Creative: VIP Marketing is a Charleston-based law firm marketing agency serving law firms and brands nationwide through SEO, paid media, websites, branding, and video. Its subsidiary, Craft Creative, delivers premium video production.

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (February 9, 2026) – The Columbia Food & Wine Festival returns April 22–26, 2026, inviting locals and visitors alike to experience the Midlands through five days of thoughtfully curated dinners, tastings, competitions and interactive culinary events that celebrate the region’s people, culture and creativity.

Now entering its ninth year, the Columbia Food & Wine Festival has grown from a single tasting into a multi-day destination experience that reflects the energy and diversity of Columbia’s evolving food scene, with events staged across the city in settings ranging from historic buildings and established restaurants to waterfront venues and neighborhood gathering spaces. The 2026 festival will feature more than 100 chefs, mixologists, restaurants and artisans with each event designed to foster collaboration, spotlight local talent and create meaningful connections between chefs, makers and guests.

“We are thrilled to roll out the entire lineup to the public,” said Ashley Elsey, co-director of the Columbia Food & Wine Festival. “As the festival continues to grow, our focus remains on creating experiences that feel intentional, inclusive and reflective of the community we serve.”

To reward its most loyal supporters, a new program, Tastemakers, was launched this year, granting early access to select events that traditionally sell out quickly via a special promo code on January 27. Tickets for the general public can be purchased at colafoodandwine.com. Tastemakers memberships are still available for purchase.

“We design the festival to be an exploration of Columbia—its neighborhoods, its voices and its creative spirit,” said Kelly Glenn, co-director of the Columbia Food & Wine Festival. “From intimate dinners to large-scale tastings, every event is meant to feel immersive and memorable, while still staying true to our mission of supporting and uplifting the local hospitality community.”

2026 Columbia Food & Wine Festival Event Lineup

Kickoff Dinner
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
The festival opens with a progressive seated dinner at Hendrix, Black Dog Pizza and Dorsia Pasta Co, featuring Hendrix executive chef Frank Bradley alongside Alex Strickland (Dragon Room), Anthea Douglas (Hendrix), Harold Pendleton (War Mouth), Joe Lytle (Black Dog Pizza) and Pierce Bowers (Dorsia Pasta Co).

Cocktail Games
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
The fan-favorite cocktail competition returns at Gather COLA, where top mixologists compete for the title of CFWF Mixologist of the Year with expertly crafted bites.

Bites Around the Block
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
Guests sip and stroll along Main Street north of Elmwood Avenue for a progressive tasting featuring Curiosity Coffee Bar, Something Small Catering, The War Mouth, The Vino Garage and more.

The Collections, Served: A Curated Dinner
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 5:30–9:30 p.m.
An immersive evening combines a guided tour of the Columbia Museum of Art with an art-inspired seated dinner at Hampton Street Vineyard led by Chef Wes Fulmer and Kevin Minnick (Quincy Country Club).

High Tea & Tutus
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 3–6 p.m.
A ballet-inspired high tea at the Mansion on Blanding pairs elevated bites from B.MAC Bakeshop, COA, Nibl Dessert & Cafe and more, along with theatrical design and a special performance by South Carolina Ballet.

A Reconstruction Dinner
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 6–8 p.m.
Hosted at the Museum of the Reconstruction Era at the Woodrow Wilson Family Home, this seated dinner featuring SC Chef Ambassadors explores the intersection of history, place and Southern cuisine through chef-driven storytelling.

Viva Las Bourbon!
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Where whiskey meets wagyu and the King takes the mic — this three-course meal at Bourbon’s courtyard, led by chef/owner Kristian Niemi features Mishima Reserve American Wagyu alongside tastings and cocktails from Heaven Hill plus live music by the Capital City Playboys.

Cheese Rave: A Curd Collective
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 9 p.m.–midnight
An underground, multi-sensory experience pairs electronic music with curated cheese tastings across evolving soundscapes.

Taste the Rainbow
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
This drag brunch at The Big Apple features color-inspired dishes from Café Strudel, Market on Main, Motor Supply Co. Bistro and more, cocktails and performances hosted by Paris Lefaris with music by DJ Lonzo.

Bunaroo
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 1–4 p.m.
A gourmet take on the humble bun — from craft sliders and bao buns and beyond, this dog-friendly tasting at Finlay Park features live music and local chefs from Dragon Room, Guy’s Hotdogs, Hall’s Columbia and more.

Chef Secrets: An Empanada and Salsa Workshop
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 3–5 p.m.
Chefs Javier Uriarte (Woodcreek Club) and Chef David Grillo (Boca Grande) lead an interactive classroom at Savage Craft focused on empanada-making and salsa fundamentals.

Smoke on the Water
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 4–7 p.m.
Set on Lake Murray at Putnam’s Harbor, this premium barbecue event features collaborations from Robbie Robinson (City Limits), Rodney Scott (Rodney Scott’s BBQ) and Myron Mixon (Myron Mixon’s BBQ).

Grand Tasting
Sunday, April 26, 2026 | noon–4 p.m.
The festival concludes across the Hampton-Preston Mansion and Robert Mills House with more than 100 culinary partners, live music and chef demonstrations.

Tickets and Attendance Information

Tickets are available at colafoodandwine.com,with early access for Tastemakers beginning January 27, who are given a special promo
code. General public ticket sales open on February 9, 2026.

All 2026 festival events are 21 and older.

Applications for Hospitality Scholarship are Open
The Columbia Food & Wine Festival is proud to launch the CFWF Hospitality Scholarship, created to support the next generation of hospitality leaders right here in Columbia. The goal is to uplift emerging talent, deepen student involvement in the festival and strengthen the long-term growth of our city’s culinary community.

Two outstanding USC Hospitality students will receive a $2,500 scholarship to support their education and fuel their journey into a career within the hospitality industry. Applications are open until March 1, 2026 and can be submitted at colafoodandwine.com

At its core, the festival is designed to benefit the local hospitality community at every level. The festival prioritizes thoughtful compensation for participating chefs and beverage professionals, while also reinvesting in Columbia through nonprofit partnerships and community initiatives. As a marketing engine for Columbia’s culinary scene, CFWF drives visibility, tourism and economic momentum — helping restaurants thrive and ensuring the impact lasts well beyond festival week.
Since its founding, the festival has welcomed more than 15,600 guests to 62 events featuring more than 375 culinary partners from across the region. More festival information can be found online at colafoodandwine.com.

About the Columbia Food & Wine Festival
Columbia Food & Wine Festival is a nonprofit organization that spotlights and supports the culinary community throughout the greater Columbia S.C. region. The multi-day festival brings thousands of food lovers and community members together for a one-of-a-kind experience featuring Columbia’s finest plates and pours. Attendees build personal connections with the history and culture of Columbia’s food scene by meeting chefs, partaking in unique and local eats, and learning about the connections between chefs and the local farming community. The festival’s values lie in supporting the hospitality community, a commitment to culinary education and delivering an unparalleled customer experience. Since 2018, Columbia Food & Wine Festival has highlighted the “Heart of SC” as a diverse and vibrant destination for food-filled experiences. Plan your #ColaFoodandWine itinerary at columbiafoodandwinefestival.com.

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North Charleston, SC — Reveer, a locally based 30-person civil engineering and planning firm, celebrated the opening of its new office with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, January 12, 2026. Several city and community representatives participated in the ceremony, including North Charleston Mayor Reggie Burgess and Charleston County Council Chairman Joe Boykin.

The new Park Circle office represents a significant milestone for Reveer as the firm continues to grow and deepen its investment in the Lowcountry. The centrally located space supports Reveer’s collaborative work culture and enhances its ability to serve municipal partners, public agencies, private developers, and community stakeholders across the region. The Class A+ office provides room for future growth and is strategically situated near Park Circle, Noisette, Battery Park, and Centre Pointe – areas where Reveer has supported key redevelopment and infrastructure efforts in North Charleston.

“This office reflects both our growth and our commitment to North Charleston and the local communities we serve,” said Rhett Reidenbach, President & CEO of Reveer Group. “Our team is grateful for the partners who have supported us along the way, and we look forward to continuing to deliver thoughtful, community-minded engineering solutions from our new home in Park Circle.”

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Auditology, LLC, a global performance-improvement firm, is extending from Charleston to help audit, risk, finance, and accounting leaders accelerate operational excellence through structured coaching, disciplined execution, and accountable leadership practices.

At the center of this effort is Bill Englehaupt, a business mentor, author, and founder of Auditology. Bill has spent more than three decades improving performance in audit, assurance, and process improvement, including designing Lean Six Sigma workflows for major financial services firms.

Over his 35+ year career, Bill has improved performance for organizations such as Accenture, PwC, and KPMG, impacting thousands of audits and more than 20,000 auditors. His leadership experience also includes service in United Nations peacekeeping operations, where he streamlined complex systems and led teams in high-pressure environments.

Bill is also the co-author of “Managing Your Audit: Taking Control of Your Audit: A Real-World Guide for Getting Stuff Done Earlier and Staying on Plan,” and a frequent speaker on audit transformation and continuous improvement.

In the Charleston community, he serves as chapter chair and mentor with SCORE Charleston, supporting local business leaders and emerging entrepreneurs.

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Connecticut-based Alinabal Group is bringing advanced manufacturing capabilities to South Carolina with the opening of a 10,000 sq. ft. facility in Greer, scheduled for early 2026. The expansion marks a strategic move by the 112-year-old company to better serve growing customer demand in the Southeast.

The Greer facility will offer precision machining, fabrication, and welding services, equipped with advanced CNC technology and collaborative engineering design capabilities. Alinabal serves diverse markets, including aerospace, automotive, power generation, and industrial sectors, delivering high-performance engineered solutions from exotic and standard metal materials.

“This expansion reflects both the strength of our partnerships with our customers and our commitment to investing in regional markets where demand is accelerating,” said Steven Gore, CEO of Alinabal Group. The facility will provide customers with faster project turnaround times and more cost-effective solutions while maintaining integration with Alinabal’s broader Northeast manufacturing network.

The expansion is expected to create up to 50 new jobs in the Greer area, ranging from skilled technicians and machinists to engineering and administrative support positions. Alinabal plans to leverage both local talent and experienced team members from existing facilities to ensure the highest standards of quality and customer service. To learn more, visit www.alinabal.com.

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Columbia Food & Wine Festival (CFWF), which returns to the Midlands April 22-26, 2026, is pleased to launch Tastemakers, a patron giving circle that offers insider access to festival experiences while supporting the region’s hospitality community. Tastemakers will help expand the festival’s charitable impact, including a new scholarship program for hospitality students.

Membership is $500 per person, with $250 of that contribution considered tax-deductible. Tastemakers helps build early momentum for the festival and support initiatives that highlight local chefs, beverage professionals and food-focused businesses. The program will be open to a limited number of supporters each year, with memberships available on a first-come basis.

The festival is proud to introduce the CFWF Hospitality Scholarship, designed to invest in the rising leaders of Columbia’s hospitality industry. This new program awards two $2,500 scholarships to University of South Carolina students enrolled in the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management (HRSM) who demonstrate passion, community engagement and a commitment to building their careers in the hospitality and events professions.

Now in its ninth year, the five-day festival will host more than 10 events featuring over 100 chefs and beverage professionals across the greater Columbia region. For more information — or to purchase a Tastemakers membership or apply for a Hospitality Scholarship — please visit columbiafoodandwinefestival.com.

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