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August 2021

EJW & Cole Realty, LLC

 EJW & Cole Realty, LLC is a full-service real estate agency that is prepared to meet the requirements of their clients. They have been in the business of providing real estate services for many successful years. The longevity of their agency and confidence comes from their real estate services to a great number of buyers, sellers, investors, and their recommendations to others that results in repeat referral business. Client referrals are key to the success of their organization.

As a client of EJW & Cole Realty, LLC you can expect to receive exceptional service throughout your entire transaction and you can be assured that they will work to promote your best interest in all aspects of the transaction. EJW & Cole are firm believers that lives are changed for the better when you turn your vision into action. The company’s goal is to make a perfect match by helping to bring purchasers of real estate properties together with sellers of real estate properties.

EJW & Cole hope is to provide their clients with the necessary tools and education that are needed to have a smooth transaction and to provide every client with honest and comparable fair market value transaction that does not increase the client’s stress levels.

Having an interest in Real Estate for over ten years motivates the team to help make your dream of homeownership a reality. EJW & Cole’s overwhelming desire to help others to become homeowners keeps the EJW & Cole team motivated. EJW & Cole strive to create an atmosphere of openness and fairness.

EJW & Cole, LLC is a certified Richland County Small Local Business Business Enterprise (SLBE).

For more information contact sales@ejwcole.com or log onto the website at www.ejwcole.com.

July 2021

A&A Financial Elevation, LLC

 In 2016, Ashley and Ashton Williams decided to pursue their dream of opening up a full-service financial literacy company and successfully launched A&A Financial Elevation, LLC. A&A Financial Elevation, LLC is a financial services company specializing in corporate solutions, debt management, credit restoration, and financial building strategies for businesses and individuals across America. A&A Financial Elevation, LLC was certified as a Richland County Small and Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) on October 21st, 2020 and covers the following NAICS Codes: NAICS-523930: Certified financial planners, customized, fees paid by client NAICS-541990: Consumer credit counseling services NAICS-511130: Book (e.g., hardback, paperback, audio) publishers (except exclusive Internet publishing) NAICS-523930: Certified financial planners, customized, fees paid by the client.

A&A Financial Elevation, LLC is located in Northeast Columbia District 8, Columbia, SC. Ashton T. Williams Sr. serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of A&A Financial Elevation, LLC. Ashton is a licensed notary in the State of South Carolina. Bringing you more than 6 years of professional financial services experience, Ashton's goal is to ensure your needs are met with the highest level of professionalism and expertise. Ashley Hanna-Williams serves as the Co-Founder and COO of A&A Financial Elevation, LLC. As a Certified Financial Education Instructor, Ashley's main priority is educating the masses on matters of financial literacy and credit education. Ashley also has her Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematical Sciences. Ashley's ready to assist you in becoming financially empowered and free.

For more information log onto www.aafinancialelevation.com.

June 2021

Clockwise Courier, LLC

  In July 2018, Christopher Judge, a native New Yorker, decided to pursue his dream of opening his own courier business and successfully launched Clockwise Courier LLC located in Blythewood, South Carolina. Clockwise Courier LLC is a Veteran owned, Small Local Business Enterprise that specializes in the pick-up and delivery of small, medium, or large packages and is also one of the few mobile notary services located in the Metropolitan Columbia S.C. area. Clockwise Courier is currently listed under the NAICS code of 492110, and 541199 and seeks to add additional service codes soon. Clockwise Courier LLC was certified as a Richland County Small and Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) on October 8, 2018, and continues to maintain this certification as of today. Although Clockwise Courier LLC’s primary location is Blythewood South Carolina in Richland County, he also services the surrounding areas of Columbia, SC.

The owner and CEO of Clockwise Courier LLC is Christopher P Judge. Currently, he does not have any steady full-time employees; however, he does employ individuals on a case-by-case basis depending on the needs of the assignment. The individuals that he employs are close associates, or family members willing to make sure that when a delivery needs to be made or a package needs to be picked up it is done with professionalism and courtesy. Christopher believes that time is of the essence and understands the value of time. He believes time should never be wasted, strives to get any assignment completed as expeditiously and safely as possible. He seeks to inspire and motivate his family and friends to believe that hard work + dedication+ consistency= SUCCESS.

Clockwise Courier LLC is excited about the partnership with Richland County and other SLBEs to promote economic growth and development throughout the community and surrounding areas. Clockwise is a proud supporter of Richland County, its residents and is excited for the opportunity to serve. The company’s motto is, “Use the Clock Wisely”.

February 2021

Macon Designs, LLC

  On December 2017, Denishia Macon decided to pursue her dream of opening up a Branding & Design Business and successfully launched Macon Designs. Macon Designs is a graphic arts business specializing in 541430, 541490, 541890, with their core competencies dealing in marketing and visual communications tailored to each client’s brand. Macon Designs was certified as a Richland County Small and Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) on June 2019. Macon Designs is located in Richland County Council District 1, Columbia, SC.

The owner and Lead Design Consultant of Macon Designs is Denishia Macon. Currently she is the only employee of her business, but she build relationships and contracts out with other artists depending on client needs and resources. Macon Designs mission is to produce creative solutions & transform client ideas into reality and amplify the brands prestige and trust amplify their target audience.

Denishia Macon has always loved the arts and creativity and used that to funnel into her creative business enterprise. As a Columbia, SC native, she honed her creative talents at the University of South Carolina. She enjoys taking an idea and turning it into a reality for her clients. Branding is all around us and she ensures that the work that she creates stands out.

Macon Designs is excited about the partnership with Richland County and other SLBEs to promote economic growth and development. Macon Designs is a proud supporter of Richland County, its residents and is excited for the opportunity to serve the community in the creative realm.

For more visit Macon Designs online at www.macondesigns.com

January 2021

LG Utility Contractors, Inc.

  On April 25, 2017, Susan Bell Leitner decided to pursue her dream of beginning her own business and successfully established LG Utility Contractors, Inc. LG Utility Contractors, Inc. is a small, women owned utility construction company and is a licensed General Contractor WL4 specializing in the construction of water, sanitary sewer, and storm drain lines.

Since its inception, LG Utility Contractors, Inc. has been approved as a Protégé to participate in the City of Columbia’s Mentor Protégé Program and obtained several local certifications. They are certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Small and Minority Business Contracting and Certification (SMBCC), Columbia Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (CDBE) and was certified as a Richland County Small and Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) on June 18, 2020.

They are currently performing work as a subcontractor for the installation of main lines, valves, fittings, meters, fire hydrants, and all appurtenances for water mains. Installation of sanitary sewer mains, manholes, sewer services, etc. (NAICS 237110) They also perform restoration, landscaping, and asphalt work.

Susan Bell Leitner is the owner and president of LG Utility Contractors, Inc. and currently employees an experienced construction crew of five (5) and two (2) office staff performing a variety of job responsibilities to operate the business. LG Utility Contractors’ mission and goal is through teamwork, to provide the highest quality of construction services, on time and at a reasonable price. In the process, they will strive to take pride in their workmanship to satisfy their customers and maintain a safe and healthy working environment for all. Their vision is to build a first-class construction company that will have an active presence in South Carolina. LG Utility Contractors, Inc. is excited about the partnership with Richland County and other SLBEs to promote economic growth and development. LG Utility Contractors, Inc. is a proud supporter of Richland County, its residents, and is excited for the opportunity to serve.

For more information contact susan@lgutilitycontractors.com 

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