Southern First reports results for third quarter of 2017

  October 24, 2017

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST) holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to common shareholders of $4.2 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, for the…

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Southern First reports results for third quarter of 2017

  October 24, 2017

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST) holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to common shareholders of $4.2 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, for the…

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Seasoned CPA joins board of directors for Pattison’s Academy

  October 23, 2017

Penny Lewis has joined the board of directors for Pattison’s Academy, which provides support to children with multiple and severe disabilities. Services include a private therapy practice, family support services with…

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CresCom Bank promotes Michelle Blower to Vice President

  October 17, 2017

CresCom Bank, a leading community bank in North and South Carolina, announced the promotion of Michelle Blower as the new vice president of CresCom Bank at its Poinsett Branch in Greer,…

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Wells Fargo Pledges $500,000 to International African American Museum

  September 28, 2017

Wells Fargo & Company has pledged $500,000 to the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM) in Charleston, South Carolina. The generous leadership investment illustrates Wells Fargo’s deep-rooted commitment not only…

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South Carolina Federal Credit Union ranked #2 Nationally

  September 26, 2017

South Carolina Federal Credit Union has been named one of the 2017 Best Credit Unions to Work For. Credit Union Journal has partnered with Best Companies Group to identify companies that have excelled…

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Frank Abagnale to keynote at FinTrust financial forum – October 5

  September 26, 2017

FinTrust Investment Advisors announced it will host its second annual financial forum featuring keynote speaker Frank Abagnale Thursday, October 5 at the Hyatt Regency in Greenville South Carolina Keynote speaker…

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Frank Abagnale to keynote at FinTrust financial forum – October 5

  September 26, 2017

FinTrust Investment Advisors announced it will host its second annual financial forum featuring keynote speaker Frank Abagnale Thursday, October 5 at the Hyatt Regency in Greenville South Carolina Keynote speaker…

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CresCom Bank welcomes new talent to South Carolina banking teams

  September 13, 2017

 CresCom Bank, a leading bank within South Carolina communities, has expanded its talented team with the addition of Amber Jenkins, Stefanie Norman and Gail Bradford.   Charleston, South Carolina Amber Jenkins has…

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Wells Fargo donates $1.1 million for Hurricane Irma relief

  September 12, 2017

Bank to Offer Fee, Credit Relief to Customers MIAMI, September 11, 2017 – Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) announced today it is donating a total of $1.1 million to support Hurricane…

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Wells Fargo donates $1.1 million for Hurricane Irma relief

  September 12, 2017

Bank to Offer Fee, Credit Relief to Customers MIAMI, September 11, 2017 – Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) announced today it is donating a total of $1.1 million to support Hurricane…

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CresCom Bank welcomes new vice president and commercial loan officer

  September 6, 2017

CresCom Bank, a community-banking leader within the Carolinas, welcomes banking professional Brandon Poe as its new vice president and commercial loan officer. Poe brings a distinguished banking background from Grandsouth…

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CresCom Bank introduces new talent to growing banking team

  September 6, 2017

CresCom Bank, a leading bank within North and South Carolina communities, has expanded its talented team with the addition of client service professionals, Nick Moore, Ashley Myers, Natalie Turner and…

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Todd G. Buddin awarded the 2017 Independent Banker of the Year

  August 14, 2017

  Mr. Todd G. Buddin, Executive Vice President of Heritage Community Bank, Hartsville SC, was named Independent Banker of the Year by the Independent Banks of South Carolina (IBSC) at…

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Tammie Taylor receives the 2017 IBSC Leadership Award

  August 14, 2017

  Mrs. Tammie Taylor of First National Bank in Summerville, SC, received the Independent Banks of South Carolina (IBSC) Leadership Award at the IBSC Convention on July 28, 2017, at…

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United Community Banks, Inc. announces second quarter earnings

  July 26, 2017

United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ:UCBI) announced strong second quarter results with disciplined expense management, sound credit quality and meaningful margin expansion. Net income was $28.3 million, or 39 cents per…

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United Community Banks, Inc. announces second quarter earnings

  July 26, 2017

United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ:UCBI) announced strong second quarter results with disciplined expense management, sound credit quality and meaningful margin expansion. Net income was $28.3 million, or 39 cents per…

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Southern First reports results for second quarter of 2017

  July 26, 2017

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST) holding company for Southern First Bank, reported net income available to the common shareholders of $3.6 million, or $0.49 per diluted share, for the…

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Southern First reports results for second quarter of 2017

  July 26, 2017

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST) holding company for Southern First Bank, reported net income available to the common shareholders of $3.6 million, or $0.49 per diluted share, for the…

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U.S. venture capital investment rises to second highest total in 10 years

  July 13, 2017

Venture capital (VC) investment rose substantially with $21.8B invested contributing significantly to the global resurgence, according to Venture Pulse, a quarterly report on global VC trends published by KPMG. Activity…

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U.S. venture capital investment rises to second highest total in 10 years

  July 13, 2017

Venture capital (VC) investment rose substantially with $21.8B invested contributing significantly to the global resurgence, according to Venture Pulse, a quarterly report on global VC trends published by KPMG. Activity…

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MTAG Services expanding Charleston County operations

  May 24, 2017

Financial Asset Servicer Locating Corporate Headquarters In Mount Pleasant MTAG Services, one of the nation’s leading providers of specialized financial asset servicing, is expanding operations in Charleston County by locating…

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S.C. Community Loan Fund CEO Michelle Mapp joins BDC board

  May 23, 2017

Michelle Mapp, CEO of the South Carolina Community Loan Fund (SCCLF), has joined the Board of Directors of Business Development Corporation (BDC). The SCCLF raises and pools capital from public…

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S.C. Community Loan Fund CEO Michelle Mapp joins BDC board

  May 23, 2017

Michelle Mapp, CEO of the South Carolina Community Loan Fund (SCCLF), has joined the Board of Directors of Business Development Corporation (BDC). The SCCLF raises and pools capital from public…

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FCP And WECCO announce $50M refinancing of Cigar Factory in Charleston

  May 22, 2017

Federal Capital Partners® (FCP) announces the $50 million refinancing of The Cigar Factory, a mixed-use historic redevelopment in downtown Charleston, SC. FCP with Charleston-based joint venture partner WECCO Development and…

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