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Jun 2, 2023
CDC TECH LIFE PODCAST
CDC Tech Life Podcast Episode 26 features Jonathan Yantis - CEO & Co-Founder - QuickSortRX
Episode 26 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast welcomes back Jonathan Yantis, Co-Founder and CEO of Charleston PharmaTech Startup QuickSortRX. Jonathan catches us up on the growth that QuickSortRX has achieved since his last appearance and shares his thoughts on how recent advances in Generative AI have the potential to revolutionize various aspects of the Technology Industry.
This episode is sponsored by Charleston County Economic Development Department. They're dedicated to recruiting new business, growing existing industry and improving Charleston's business climate.
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Jun 2, 2023
FEATURED NEWS
Top 7 Considerations When Buying or Selling Software
Buying and selling enterprise application software (EAS) can be especially tricky and the consequences of getting it wrong can be colossal. Whether you're a developer or business owner, it's likely you will find yourself negotiating a contract involving the use, sale, or license of software. These considerations help protect the rights and interests of both parties and ensure a smooth transaction. Here are some key legal aspects to consider:
1) Intellectual Property Rights: Software is typically protected by intellectual property laws, such as copyright and sometimes patents. It is important to establish who owns the intellectual property rights to the software being bought or sold. Sellers should ensure they have the necessary rights to sell the software, while buyers should confirm that they are acquiring the appropriate licenses or ownership rights.
2) Licensing Agreements: Software is often licensed rather than sold outright. The license agreement outlines the terms and conditions under which the software can be used. Both parties should carefully review the license agreement to understand the permitted uses, restrictions, and any additional obligations or fees. The agreement should be clear on whether the license is perpetual or time-limited, and any renewal or termination provisions.
3) Compliance with Laws and Regulations: Software must comply with applicable laws and regulations, such as data protection and privacy laws. Sellers should ensure that their software meets legal requirements and regulations in the jurisdictions where it will be used. Buyers should verify that the software being purchased complies with relevant laws to avoid potential legal and regulatory issues. If the software involves the collection, processing, or storage of personal data, clear provisions should be included in the purchase agreement regarding data protection obligations, consent requirements, data security measures, and any data transfer restrictions.
4) Warranties and Limitations of Liability: Sellers often provide warranties regarding the quality, performance, and functionality of the software. The terms and extent of these warranties should be clearly stated in the purchase agreement. Sellers may also include limitations on liability to protect themselves from certain damages or losses. Buyers should review and negotiate these provisions to ensure they are adequately protected.
5) Open Source Software: Open source software has its own set of legal considerations. It is crucial to understand the terms of the open-source licenses that govern the software and any potential obligations or restrictions that come with using or distributing open-source components. Buyers and sellers should ensure compliance with open-source license requirements and understand the implications for their proprietary software.
6) Dispute Resolution and Governing Law: Purchase agreements should often include provisions for resolving disputes between the buyer and seller, including alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation, or arbitration and forum selection clauses dictating where the dispute will be resolved. A choice of governing law provision can help avoid inconsistent interpretations of the agreement. Both parties should carefully consider these provisions to ensure a fair and effective resolution process.
7) Data Protection and Privacy: Software may involve the collection, processing, or storage of personal data. Both buyers and sellers should consider data protection and privacy laws that apply to the software and ensure compliance with those laws. Clear provisions should be included in the purchase agreement regarding data protection obligations, consent requirements, data security measures, and any data transfer restrictions.
It is highly recommended to consult with legal professionals experienced in software transactions to ensure all legal considerations are appropriately addressed and the interests of both parties are protected. And if your company routinely sells or licenses software, it is a good idea to consult an attorney to ensure that your legal strategy for that software will advance your business goals. Whether that consultation is to determine how best to protect your software or to prepare a stock agreement that the company uses when negotiating transactions involving its software, a law firm with technical know-how, business acumen, and a client-centric approach can be an asset.
About:
A registered patent attorney, experienced litigator and certified mediator Hunter Freeman strives to optimize the successes of his clients in leveraging their intellectual property to advance their business goals. His 20+ years of experience and insight provide novel ways for clients to create value through the protection, utilization and enforcement of their IP both in and out of the courtroom.
May 24, 2023
Ignite Digital Services Establishing Charleston County Headquarters
Ignite Digital Services, a leading digital technology solutions company, today announced plans to establish headquarters in Charleston County. The company's $966,426 investment will create 135 new jobs.
Ignite Digital Services is an operational consulting company, providing program integration and data management services to commercial and national security customers. As a certified global UiPath Premier Public Sector Partner, Ignite Digital Services uses modern technology and effective business solutions to ignite digital transformations across the industry. UiPath helps to fast-track portfolio innovation and enhance product capabilities for clients looking to harness automation and robotic process automation (RPA).
"The state of South Carolina and the Charleston metropolitan area provide the ideal environment for Ignite Digital Services to expand its operations and client portfolio. The region offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts a wide pool of technology talent, both of which support the city and our organization's rapid growth. We appreciate the work done by the Governor and Secretary of Commerce to drive the innovation economy in this area and are excited for this new opportunity to expand Charleston's technology community," said Ignite Digital Services Chief Executive Officer Marc Murphy.
"We are thrilled to celebrate Ignite Digital Services' establishment in Charleston County. Their investment and creation of 135 new jobs will undoubtedly propel our local economy forward. Charleston County welcomes and supports the growth of Ignite Digital Services, and we look forward to the positive impact they will have on our community and beyond," said Charleston County Council Chairman Herbert Ravenel Sass III.
Located at 1505 King Street in Charleston, Ignite Digital Services is leasing a facility for its new Charleston headquarters. With current operations in San Diego, C.A., Norfolk, V.A., Washington, D.C., and New Orleans, L.A., the company plans to expand across all locations and expects the most significant growth in the Charleston location.
Hiring is underway; visit the company's careers page for employment opportunities.
May 17, 2023
Your Logo’s Great! How’s Your BRAND?
I have run a branding agency for nearly 10 years and worked for the largest advertising agencies in the world for the 20 years before that. After nearly 30 years of working with small startups and Fortune 500s, this much I know for sure - Your company's logo and name don't matter nearly as much as people think they do.
After all, there are very successful companies with awful names; there are countless unsuccessful companies with great names.
Naming products and companies is pretty simple:
- Make it easy to remember.
- Make it easy to spell.
- Make sure it can be trademarked.
- Make sure it suggests why it exists or the experience you want your customers to enjoy.
That's it.
Don't spend too much time thinking about your company's name or logo for that matter. After all, there are very successful companies with awful logos; there are countless unsuccessful companies with great logos.
- Is Nike's logo as incredible as people say it is? Why?
- Is Apple's logo pure genius? Why?
- Starbucks?
- McDonald's?
- Amazon?
- Target?
If we wanted to, we could make the case that none of these logos have amazing design; however, they have somehow come to be recognized as world-changing brilliant. The truth is that the "brilliance" of these famous logos comes from the communication and messaging that consistently surrounds them - not the design itself; their brilliance stems from the fact that each of these logos stand on a thoughtful and defined brand strategy. A great brand strategy sets your organization up for success by ensuring that your organization gets remembered in the right way by the right people. With a remarkable brand strategy, creating a remarkable logo and brand is easy.
Editor note:
If you're interested in talking about your company's brand strategy - including names and logos - schedule 30 minutes with David Kelbaugh, president of Tacklebox Brand Partners. He is happy to offer complimentary office hours and "pick my brain sessions" at the Flagship to members and friends of the Charleston Digital Corridor. dkelbaugh@tacklebox.us.com / calendly.com/dkelbaugh
May 15, 2023
CDC Tech Life Podcast Episode 25 features Amanda Sheridan, Founder - Bag Valet
Episode 25 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Amanda Sheridan, Founder of Charleston SC-based Startup Bag Valet. Amanda talks about how her return to the workforce led to the inspiration behind Bag Valet and shares her plans for the future of the venture.
This episode is sponsored by Charleston County Economic Development Department. They're dedicated to recruiting new business, growing existing industry and improving Charleston's business climate.
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Apr 19, 2023
CDC Tech Life Podcast Episode 24 features Ben Davis, Co-Founder and CEO of Charleston, SC Animation Studio Moondog Animation.
Episode 24 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Ben Davis, Co-Founder and CEO of Charleston, SC Animation Studio Moondog Animation. Ben talks about how Moondog is continually exploring new technologies to help their customers deliver rich, interactive experiences and shares his journey in coming from France to the Charleston area to start the venture.
This episode is brought to you by Google. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Their Berkeley County, SC Data Center represents a total investment of $2.9B and demonstrates their long-term commitment to the region and state.
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Mar 29, 2023
Interloop Expanding Charleston County Operations
Interloop. an innovative software company, today announced plans to expand its existing operations in Charleston County. The company's $100,000 investment will create 32 new jobs over the next five years.
Interloop helps mid-market companies become more data-driven with the implementation of advanced data technology. The company combines a full-stack data platform along with data engineering service expertise to break down data silos, providing automated insights for clients. The company offers a portfolio of services in data strategy, data pipeline management, data modeling, dashboard development, artificial intelligence, and governance and observability.
With current operations located at the Charleston Tech Center at 997 Morrison Drive, Suite 200, Interloop's expansion will allow the company to increase operations and provide additional training programs. By investing in its knowledge worker training program, Interloop can train and support interested candidates in the data engineering and data science fields.
The expansion is currently underway. Individuals interested in joining the Interloop team should visit the company's careers page.
Mar 28, 2023
CDC Tech Life Podcast Episode 23 Features Ignite Digital Services CEO - Marc Murphy
Episode 23 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Marc Murphy, Founder of Ignite Labs and CEO of Ignite Digital Services. Marc shares his journey as an entrepreneur and technology leader in Charleston and talks about his latest venture; Ignite Digital Services. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
This episode is sponsored by Carepoint. For more than 20 years, Carepoint has been providing pharmacies with best-in-class systems and solutions based on the most advanced technologies and processes. Visit them at Carepoint.com to learn more.
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Upcoming Classes & Events
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Jun 20, 6PM - 7:30PM
Charleston AWS Meetup - Building on AWS with Generative AI - How AI Coding Companions Are Changing the Way Devs Work
Organized by Will Horn
Please join us Tuesday, June 20th at 6pm at the Charleston Tech Center for our June 2023 CHS AWS Community Meetup!
EVENT
Jun 12, 5PM - 10PM
Charleston Summer Hacks - Generative AI Hack
INTRODUCING CHARLESTON SUMMER HACKS!
Have you been looking for a simple way to get more plugged in to the Charleston Tech Community? Tired of going back and forth between your home office and the beach all summer? Or have you been looking for a good excuse to learn and play with the latest technologies? (It's all moving so fast, isn't it?)
The Charleston Summer Hacks are a community-run hackathon in Charleston, South Carolina, and co-hosted by the Charleston Digital Corridor at the Charleston Tech Center. A 5-hour in-person hackathon focused on fostering innovation and collaboration to contribute to the growth of Charleston, South Carolina as a thriving technology hub.
The event brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets, creating an inspiring environment to collaborate and develop innovative solutions to a specific problem. Our mission is to educate, empower, and enable individuals to join or grow their careers in the local tech industry and connect with likeminded builders.
Charleston Summer Hacks will be held on 3 separate days in the summer of 2023:
- Monday, June 12 from 5pm-10pm - Generative AI Hackathon
- Wednesday, June 21 from 5pm-10pm - Hack for Good
- Wednesday, June 28 from 6pm-8pm - Awards and happy hour event
Each of the two events are separate hackathons and you will work on separate projects, so if schedules don't allow you to make both, just join the one you can!
You can find the second event here.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM CHARLESTON SUMMER HACKS GENERATIVE AI HACKATHON?
Charleston Summer Hacks offers a unique perspective on the positive potential of generative AI. Join us for this first of two unforgettable five-hour hacking sessions with five days after to continue collaborating and hacking with your team (as much or as little as your team would like) before submitting your project.
Build: Turn your aspirations into tangible achievements! Unlock the potential of AI at the hackathon across diverse domains. Embrace the capabilities of AI to address complex challenges, be it in healthcare, education, environmental conservation, and beyond. Charleston Summer Hacks - Generative AI hack - is your opportunity to unleash your creativity, sharpen critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and explore new ideas with the latest technology.
Connect: Collaborate on a project with our community of technologists, creatives, professionals, and students from diverse backgrounds and skill levels and create meaningful connections and expand your professional network.
Learn: Come together with teams that possess the foundational knowledge to generate extraordinary ideas, develop remarkable applications, and explore the realm of cutting-edge technologies. Expand your understanding of AI and acquire invaluable experience in harnessing its potential.
At our event, inclusivity and diversity are of utmost importance. We place a strong emphasis on fostering a positive, friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all participants. Our community and Code of Conduct are designed to cultivate a supportive atmosphere where everyone feels respected and valued.
We deeply value imagination, ingenuity, kindness, and the shared vision of our participants. Together, we strive to create an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and meaningful connections. Furthermore, we actively promote the creation of open-source assets and tools, empowering creators beyond the boundaries of our immediate community.
Join us in this inclusive and diverse space, where we celebrate uniqueness and nurture a culture of mutual support and inspiration. Together, let's embark on a journey of creativity and cooperation that extends far beyond the confines of our event.
We can't wait to meet you and witness your incredible journey as you Hack for Good!
Learn more and register HERE.
EVENT
Jun 21, 5PM - 10PM
Charleston Summer Hacks - Hack for Good
INTRODUCING CHARLESTON SUMMER HACKS - HACK FOR GOOD!
Have you been looking for a simple way to get more plugged in to the Charleston Tech Community? Tired of going back and forth between your home office and the beach all summer? Or have you been looking for a good excuse to learn and play with the latest technologies? (It's all moving so fast, isn't it?)
The Charleston Summer Hacks are a community-run hackathon in Charleston, South Carolina, and co-hosted by the Charleston Digital Corridor at the Charleston Tech Center. A 5-hour in-person hackathon focused on fostering innovation and collaboration to contribute to the growth of Charleston, South Carolina as a thriving technology hub.
The event brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets, creating an inspiring environment to collaborate and develop innovative solutions to a specific problem. Our mission is to educate, empower, and enable individuals to join or grow their careers in the local tech industry and connect with likeminded builders.
Charleston Summer Hacks will be held on 3 separate days in the summer of 2023:
- Monday, June 12 from 5pm-10pm - Generative AI Hackathon
- Wednesday, June 21 from 5pm-10pm - Hack for Good
- Wednesday, June 28th from 6pm-8pm - Awards and happy hour event
Each of the two events are separate hackathons and you will work on separate projects, so if schedules don't allow you to make both, just join the one you can!
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM CHARLESTON SUMMER HACKS, HACK FOR GOOD?
Hack for Good harnesses the positive potential of our participants to focus on greater good of our community by using new tools like generative AI. Join us for this second of two unforgettable five-hour hacking sessions with five days after to continue collaborating and hacking with your team (as much or as little as your team would like) before submitting your project.
Build: Turn your aspirations into tangible achievements! Unlock the potential of AI at the hackathon across diverse domains. Embrace the capabilities of AI to address complex challenges, be it in healthcare, education, environmental conservation, and beyond. This is your opportunity to unleash your creativity, sharpen critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and explore new ideas with the latest technology to contribute to the good of society!.
Connect: Collaborate on a project with our community of technologists, creatives, professionals, and students from diverse backgrounds and skill levels and create meaningful connections and expand your professional network.
Learn: Come together with teams that possess the foundational knowledge to generate extraordinary ideas, develop remarkable applications, and explore the realm of cutting-edge technologies. Expand your understanding of AI and acquire invaluable experience in harnessing its potential.
At our event, inclusivity and diversity are of utmost importance. We place a strong emphasis on fostering a positive, friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all participants. Our community and Code of Conduct are designed to cultivate a supportive atmosphere where everyone feels respected and valued.
We deeply value imagination, ingenuity, kindness, and the shared vision of our participants. Together, we strive to create an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and meaningful connections. Furthermore, we actively promote the creation of open-source assets and tools, empowering creators beyond the boundaries of our immediate community.
Join us in this inclusive and diverse space, where we celebrate uniqueness and nurture a culture of mutual support and inspiration. Together, let's embark on a journey of creativity and cooperation that extends far beyond the confines of our event.
We can't wait to meet you and witness your incredible journey as you Hack for Good!
Learn more and register for this event HERE.
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Jun 22, 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Charleston AR/VR meetup - Apple's Headset and Meta Quest 3 - What we know and when can we have them?
Organized by Dave Ingram
What a month for VR & AR! Announcing this right off the heals of Apple's WWDC 23 conference where they announced the new Vision Pro that's been in the works for 7 years! Meta beat them to the punch by a couple of days by announcing the Quest 3, which looks quite impressive on its own, so there is plenty to discuss.
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