One of the most exciting things about campaigning for governor is that it gives me a chance to learn about innovative and enterprising businesses around South Carolina.I recently toured Wild Creations, a growing business in Myrtle Beach that manufactures award-winning EcoQuariums. A finalist for the 2010 Toy of the Year Awards, Wild Creations also partners with the Horry County Disabilities and Special Needs Board to employ workers with disabilities to help assemble its products.
Last month, I was privileged to tour RJ Rockers brewery in Spartanburg. RJ Rockers is a business on the move in South Carolina, having recently won a Gold Medal for one of its beers at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver. RJ Rockers is also on the leading edge in sustainability initiatives that help the earth as well as its bottom line – such as using solar panels to preheat boiler water, and recycling 99% of its waste.
RJ Rockers, Wild Creations, and many other small businesses I have visited around the state are great examples of the vast potential that exists in South Carolina. With innovation and vision, great things are being accomplished.
We should expect the same spirit of innovation and vision for the future from our leadership as we strive to grow our economy, improve educational achievement, and restructure our government into one that works for South Carolina’s families and businesses.
- Vincent
