Regional Management Corp. appoints Sandra K. Johnson, Ph. D., to Board of Directors
April 22, 2020GREENVILLE, SC – Regional Management Corp. (NYSE: RM), a diversified consumer finance company, announced the appointment of Sandra K. Johnson, Ph. D., to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Dr.…
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United Community Bank reserves $960 million for small business customers
April 17, 2020
United Community Bank announced it has successfully processed 6,918 applications through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) under the CARES Act, reserving more than $960 million for small business applicants. As…
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Wells Fargo donates $100,000 to South Carolina’s COVID-19 Response
April 16, 2020
Wells Fargo Foundation made a $100,000 donation to the One SC Fund: COVID-19 Response to support the community response to COVID-19 in South Carolina. The funding will help support food,…
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USDA opens second application window for Distance Learning and Telemedicine grant program funding
April 15, 2020
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Bette Brand today announced that USDA has opened a second application window for funding under the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT)…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis reminds Future Scholar 529 participants of need to reinvest recent college refunds
April 13, 2020
New IRS Guidance Provides Extended Relief due to COVID-19 State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that participants in Future Scholar, South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan, now have until July 15,…
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SBA offers disaster assistance to businesses and residents of South Carolina effected by severe storms and tornadoes
April 13, 2020
South Carolina businesses and residents affected by severe storms and tornadoes on Feb. 6 – 7, 2020 can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Administrator…
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Helping your Child Purchase a Business
April 8, 2020
By Eddie W. Kramer, CFP®, EA Highly driven children often have a desire to own their own business, especially when they have grown up in a family of successful business…
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Countybank
April 8, 2020
Founded in 1933, Countybank is a community-oriented financial services provider with locations across Upstate South Carolina in the Greenwood, Greenville, Greer, and Anderson communities. The combination of trusted, professional financial…
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Countybank supports small businesses and communities during COVID-19
April 8, 2020
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the focus has been on supporting small businesses that are suffering an unexpected negative financial impact. With a mission to serve its clients and communities, Countybank…
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United Community Bank prepared to assist small business customers obtain relief through Federal CARES Act
April 1, 2020
United Community Bank has announced its plans to support communities and help small businesses obtain funding relief through the Paycheck Protection Program under the federal CARES Act. As one of…
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Regional Management Corp. promotes Robert W. Beck to President and Chief Executive Officer
March 27, 2020
Appoints Michael S. Dymski as Interim Chief Financial Officer – GREENVILLE, SC – Regional Management Corp. (NYSE:RM), a diversified consumer finance company, announced that it has promoted Robert W. Beck,…
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Aging and Eldercare – What’s Your Plan?
March 27, 2020
By Molly Thomas FPQP® at Abacus Planning Group Benjamin Franklin wisely said, “When you fail to plan you are planning to fail”. Many of us and most of our parents…
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McDonnell and Associates PA proudly introduces “McDonnell Sonic Signings”
March 26, 2020
McDonnell and Associates has proudly introduced the implementation of “McDonnell’s Sonic Signings”, providing a “drive thru” closing experience and safe alternative to in-office closings for the borrower, the attorney, and…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union adjusting operational services
March 18, 2020
In the interest of employee and member health, South Carolina Federal Credit Union will limit member service to its drive-thru lanes beginning Thursday, March 19. Effective March 19, financial center…
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Veteran banker Ellen Stahlsmith joins United Community Bank in the Upstate
March 16, 2020
United Community Bank welcomed Ellen Stahlsmith as SVP/Senior Commercial Relationship Manager to its Upstate South Carolina team. “Ellen’s experience and extensive knowledge of the financial services industry make her the…
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United Community Banks, Inc. and Three Shores Bancorporation, Inc., the parent of Seaside National Bank & Trust, announce merger agreement
March 10, 2020
United Community Banks, Inc. and Three Shores Bancorporation, Inc. announced a definitive agreement for UCBI to acquire Three Shores, including its wholly-owned subsidiary, Seaside National Bank & Trust. Headquartered in…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union announces Financing Relief Program for First Time Homebuyers
March 9, 2020
With many South Carolina families priced out of today’s housing market, SAFE Federal Credit Union has introduced their First Time Home Buyer Plus Program that allows qualifying members to purchase…
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The Ultimate Gift: A Road Map for Funeral Wishes
March 9, 2020
By Laird W. Green CFP® from Abacus Planning Group “Facing death with a sense of practicality, equanimity, and clarity is the ultimate gift you can leave your children, friends, and…
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Countybank Foundation makes “over the top” gift to Self Regional Healthcare Foundation
March 9, 2020
Just six weeks after the Self Regional Healthcare Foundation celebrated its 35th anniversary, Countybank Foundation, on behalf of Countybank and Greenwood Capital Associates, has made a gift of $150,000 to…
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Countybank Foundation completes $100,000 pledge to The Greenwood Promise
March 9, 2020
The Countybank Foundation recently made its final donation installment of $20,000 to The Greenwood Promise, fulfilling the pledged amount of $100,000 over the course of five years. Countybank and Greenwood…
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Countybank Foundation presents donation to Anderson Interfaith Ministries
March 9, 2020
Pictured (from left to right) are Susan Anderson, Vice President of Resource Development for AIM; Michael Wooles, Senior Vice President and Anderson Market Executive for Countybank; Kristi King-Brock, Executive Director…
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South State Bank and CenterState Bank select core provider
March 6, 2020
COLUMBIA, SC & WINTER HAVEN, FL – South State Corporation and CenterState Bank Corporation announced that as part of the integration efforts related to the pending merger, the companies have…
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United Community Banks, Inc. appoints Melinda Davis Lux as General Counsel
March 3, 2020
United Community Bank announced that Melinda Davis Lux has joined the company’s executive leadership team as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. Davis Lux will serve as a…
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Regional Management Corp. announces fourth quarter 2019 results
February 26, 2020
Net income of $15.7 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.38 17.0% revenue growth, driven by 17.4% average finance receivables growth GREENVILLE, SC – Regional Management Corp. (NYSE: RM),…
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A Roadmap to Your Savings Journey
February 24, 2020
By Curtis Loftis South Carolina State Treasurer Saving money can be like driving a car. Your desired destination may be near or far, the direction you choose might change,…
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Brent Williams named Senior Director of Marketing and Sales Strategies for United Community Bank
February 17, 2020
United Community Bank announced Brent Williams has been promoted to Senior Director of Marketing and Sales Strategies. In this newly created role, Williams will be responsible for the planning and…
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Highest Morningstar Rating for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis
February 16, 2020
Only the top 10% of products in each product category receive 5 stars.* 1 of only 7 RIA firms in SC to receive Morningstar Separate Account Ratings, Wallick Investments, LLC’s…
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United Community Bank Ranks in Top 25 on Forbes List of America’s Best 100 Banks
February 5, 2020
United Community Banks, Inc. was recently recognized as one of America’s best banks by Forbes magazine for the seventh consecutive year. “America’s Best Banks 2020,” an article written by Antoine…
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Southern First reports 2019 financial results
January 28, 2020
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its financial results for the three-month period and year ended December 31, 2019. 2019 Fourth Quarter Highlights…
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United Community Bank strengthens community banking operations with addition of Keri Wise
January 28, 2020
United Community Bank has announced the addition of Keri Wise as Head of Retail Sales as part of their community banking leadership team. In this newly created role, Wise will…
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South State and CenterState to combine in merger of equals to create leading southeast regional bank
January 27, 2020
Merger Creates the 8th Largest Bank Headquartered in the Southeast WINTER HAVEN, FL & COLUMBIA, SC – CenterState Bank Corporation, the parent company of CenterState Bank, and South State Corporation,…
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Lima One Capital appoints Josh Craig as Chief Revenue Officer
January 23, 2020
Lima One Capital, the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors, has expanded its executive leadership team and appointed industry veteran Josh Craig as its Chief Revenue Officer. In this…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports fourth quarter results
January 22, 2020
United Community Banks, Inc. announced its fourth quarter financial results, including strong year-over-year loan and deposit growth, operating efficiency and asset quality. Diluted earnings per share were $0.61, an increase…
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Robert Dozier joins First Reliance Bank as Chief Banking Officer
January 7, 2020
Robert Dozier has joined First Reliance Bank as Chief Banking Officer. Dozier is responsible for corporate strategy and the strategic market expansion of First Reliance Bank’s footprint throughout the Carolinas.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces new statewide Financial Literacy initiative
January 6, 2020
Goal is to energize and increase number of South Carolina teachers offering personal finance education in their classrooms South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis today announced the launch of the South…
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Regional Management Corp. announces appointment of Manish Parmar as new Chief Credit Risk Officer
January 6, 2020
GREENVILLE, SC -Regional Management Corp. (NYSE: RM), a diversified consumer finance company, announced that it has appointed Manish Parmar as its new Chief Credit Risk Officer. His predecessor, Daniel J.…
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Countybank Foundation presents $2,500 to Daily Bread Ministries
January 2, 2020Kevin Duncan, Greer City Executive for Countybank, and Candice Good, Greer Market Administrator, recently presented a check for $2,500 to Daily Bread Ministries during the Merle State Hunger walk event.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces Moody’s has affirmed the State’s Aaa credit rating
December 18, 2019
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that Moody’s Investment Services has affirmed South Carolina’s Aaa credit rating. Further the outlook for the state’s rating was deemed stable, given the expectation that…
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SC Community Loan Fund earns $500,000 grant from Wells Fargo to spark small business growth
December 13, 2019
Wells Fargo announced a new boost to diverse small businesses in South Carolina with a $500,000 grant to South Carolina Community Loan Fund (SCCLF), focusing on helping small-business owners with…
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WomenInc. Magazine recognizes UCBI Board Members on 2019 Most Influential Corporate Directors list
December 13, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. announced two members of its Board of Directors – Jennifer Mann and Cathy Cox – were named to WomenInc. Magazine’s 2019 list of Most Influential Corporate…
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COO Kevin Blair appointed Synovus president
December 12, 2019
Synovus Financial Corp. announced Kevin Blair as president, effectively immediately. He will continue in his role as chief operating officer (COO), reporting directly to Synovus Chairman and CEO Kessel Stelling.…
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TD Bank ranks no. 1 in SBA lending in its Maine-to-Florida footprint
December 12, 2019
TD Bank helped more than 2,900 businesses grow in 2019 through its U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lending program. TD Bank ranked No.1 for the third consecutive year in total…
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‘Solutiant, a Division of TELECO’ is now TELECO
December 12, 2019
TELECO dissolves the sub-brand to better serve their customers Founded in 1981, TELECO, a Greenville, SC based company with a branch office in Deerfield Beach, FL has been a recognized…
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Diversified Trust names Michael Gragnani as managing principal
December 11, 2019
Comprehensive Wealth Management Firm Expands Leadership Team ATLANTA, GA – Diversified Trust, an independent comprehensive wealth management firm with offices throughout the Southeast and over $7 billion of client assets…
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Countybank and Greenwood Capital donate $47,002 to United Way Greenville
December 6, 2019
Countybank and Greenwood Capital donated 47,002 as part of their annual campaign to United Way of Greenville County. Associates from both organizations made personal pledge donations totaling $37,002 as part…
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Mark Freeman joins Synovus as senior middle market banker
December 5, 2019
Mark Freeman has joined Synovus as senior vice president, senior middle market banker. Freeman has more than three decades of banking experience and will focus on meeting the financial needs…
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Four Northwestern Mutual wealth advisors receive CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification
December 3, 2019Northwestern Mutual wealth advisors Luke Brooks, Joe Funderburk, Thiago Pinheiro and Machaka Young have earned the prestigious CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification – one of the most respected certifications in financial…
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Ramon Nieves-Lugo elected Associate Board Member for CPM Federal Credit Union
November 18, 2019
Ramon Nieves-Lugo, Principal of UniComm Media Group (UMG), was elected in October to serve as an Associate Board Member for CPM Federal Credit Union, which has two branches in Greenville…
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WellSpent conference will focus on linking business and healthcare leaders this February
November 13, 2019
WellSpent, the first conference in a much larger statewide initiative to bring together business and healthcare leaders, will be held this February as a major step toward solving many of…
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United Community Bank to participate in Angel Tree Gift Giving This Holiday Season
November 11, 2019
United Community Bank announced its Upstate branches will be providing Christmas gifts to local children through its annual Angel Tree program. Participating branches will place Christmas trees in their lobbies…
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