Columbia Chamber Names Brand Buzz Small Business of the Year

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The Columbia Chamber announced Brand Buzz as the Small Business of the Year Award winner.

The award, sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, honors a chamber partner with less than 50 employees who has demonstrated notable achievements, economic and cultural growth, and outstanding contributions to the Midlands business community.

Brand Buzz is a full-service branding company based in Lexington, South Carolina, specializing in custom merchandise, corporate apparel, print materials, and trade-show displays.

Brand Buzz partners with organizations of all sizes to bring their brand to life through high-quality, custom solutions that stand out.

From t-shirts and polos to banners, drinkware, and business cards, Brand Buzz aims to make a lasting impression.

Said Manning Kolb, Brand Buzz president: “This recognition is a reflection of the passion, creativity, and relentless dedication of our entire team at Brand Buzz."

Kolb added, "We’re also especially grateful for our partnership with the Chamber, whose unwavering commitment to supporting small businesses has been instrumental in helping companies like ours grow, thrive, and stay connected with our community.”

Past Small Business of the Year winners include AINautics, Sun Solutions, Modern Exterminating, Pendleton Street Business Advisors, Garvin Design Group, Grace Outdoor Advertising, COLAtoday, K2 Tech, South Carolina Community Bank, Gardener Publications, and Colonial Printing.

“Small businesses make up over 99 percent of the business community in South Carolina,” said Carl Blackstone, Columbia Chamber president and CEO. “We are proud to honor and celebrate Brand Buzz for all of their contributions to the small business community.”