Revenue offers free webinar about business taxes July 10
June 25, 2019
Business owners in Washington have many responsibilities, including knowing which taxes they must report. To help reach more businesses statewide, the Washington State Department of Revenue (Revenue) will host a…
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Wells Fargo promotes Thomas Anderson to lead commercial banking in South Carolina
June 24, 2019
Wells Fargo Commercial Banking announced that Thomas Anderson has been tapped to lead commercial banking operations for South Carolina where it has offices in Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville serving business…
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Jackson Bailey joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
June 20, 2019Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Jackson Bailey as a residential agent to its Greenville office. Joining Caine from another Upstate firm, Jackson has been a Realtor® for 5 years, but…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine May 2019 transactions
June 18, 2019Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine Greenville and Spartanburg Brokers Represent Local Real Estate Transactions GREENVILLE, S.C. – June 13, 2019 – Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently…
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JEDA bonds fund The Muffin Mam, Inc.’s expansion into Laurens County
June 18, 2019
The Muffin Mam, Inc. is leveraging a $10 million tax-exempt industrial revenue bond issue through the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to open a second location for producing wholesale…
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Bank of America to be title sponsor of 2019 Fall for Greenville
June 17, 2019
Fall for Greenville board members announced Bank of America, one of the largest financial services companies in the U.S., as the 2019 title sponsor of the festival scheduled for October…
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CBL Foundation gives $5,000 to support Quick Jobs at Greenville Technical College
June 13, 2019The Citizens Building and Loan (CBL) Charitable Foundation has given $5,000 to the Greenville Tech Foundation to support Greenville Technical College’s Quick Jobs with a Future program. The gift will…
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TD Bank names Chris Fincher regional vice president
June 12, 2019
TD Bank has named Chris Fincher as regional vice president for the Upstate market. He will be responsible for managing a team of commercial bankers to expand TD’s market share…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis welcomes new members to S.C. Board of Financial Institutions
June 6, 2019
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis welcomed two new appointees to the South Carolina Board of Financial Institutions as part of the board’s monthly meeting. Billy Byrd and Charles “Chuck” H. Stuart…
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FinTrust Capital Advisors hosts third annual FinTrust Financial Forum
June 4, 2019
On Wednesday, May 22, 2019 FinTrust Capital Advisors hosted an informative, collaborative conference focused on innovation and intellectual property at Zen in downtown Greenville. The FinTrust Financial Forum featured eight…
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Paul Simpson appointed Data Scientist at Elliott Davis
May 31, 2019
Elliott Davis announces that Paul Simpson has been hired for the newly formed position of data scientist. In his role, Simpson will lead data research and analysis for the entire…
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Pinnacle Financial Partners and United Community Bank executives discuss current financial risks
May 30, 2019
The Upper South Carolina Chapter of the Risk Management Association (RMA) held a panel discussion with three prominent financial services executives on Wednesday, May 29 in Greenville, S.C. to discuss…
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The Innovate Fund wins $60 million in New Markets Tax Credits
May 28, 2019
The Innovate Fund announced it was awarded a $60 million allocation of New Markets Tax Credits (NMTCs) by the Community Development Financial Institution Fund (CDFI Fund) of the U.S. Department…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis kicks off National 529 Day observance with $529 College Savings grants
May 21, 2019
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan would once again celebrate National 529 College Savings Day (May 29) with its PalmettoBaby Grant Program.…
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Amy Whitney joins Countybank as Retail Banking Sales Manager
May 21, 2019
Countybank welcomed Amy Whitney as Retail Banking Sales Manager. Whitney comes to Countybank with more than 16 years in the financial services industry. Whitney’s prior banking expertise includes operational accuracy,…
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Local Upstate Wells Fargo team members participate in Community Service Super Saturday
May 20, 2019More than 1,300 Wells Fargo team members celebrated National Volunteer Month in April by volunteering 5,000 hours with nearly 90 nonprofits across the Southeast. The mass volunteer effort is part…
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United Community Bank donates to the Soup Kitchen of Spartanburg
May 16, 2019
United Community Bank recently presented the Soup Kitchen of Spartanburg with a $250 donation. The donation was organized by United’s Spartanburg team members due to the positive impact the Soup…
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces quarterly cash dividend increase
May 13, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”), reported that its Board of Directors approved an increase of its regular quarterly cash dividend to $0.17 per common share. The dividend is…
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H. Lynn Harton to succeed Jimmy Tallent as Chairman of United Community Banks, Inc.’s Board of Directors
May 13, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed H. Lynn Harton, Chief Executive Officer (pictured), to serve as United’s Chairman of the…
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United Community Bank expands North Carolina presence with Charlotte team
May 8, 2019
United Community Bank has announced it will strengthen its North Carolina presence with the recent hire of two experienced Charlotte-based bankers that will lead operations in the growing metro region.…
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CyberSC to present Annual Awards for Cyber Excellence at 3rd Annual Cybersecurity Summit in Greenville on May 16th
May 6, 2019CyberSC announced the recipients of the 2019 CyberSC Awards for Cyber Excellence. Award recipients in three categories – Industry, Government, and Academia – will be recognized at the SC Chamber…
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KeyMark hosts inaugural Insights intelligent automation conference
May 1, 2019
KeyMark, Inc., a leading reseller of intelligent automation solutions, will be hosting its first-ever intelligent automation conference, called Insights, on May 15, 2019 in downtown Greenville, SC. The conference will…
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Select Bancorp reports first quarter 2019 earnings
April 30, 2019Select Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Select Bank & Trust Company, reported net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2019 of $3.3 million with basic and diluted earnings…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports EPS of $0.55 and ROA of 1.44% for Q1 2019
April 24, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”) announced its first quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth, improved operating efficiency and continued strong asset quality. Reported diluted…
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United Community Bank names John Golding head of Commercial Banking Solutions
April 23, 2019
United Community Bank announced veteran commercial banker John Golding as its new Head of Commercial Banking Solutions (CBS). Golding has more than 25 years of industry experience offering customer-focused solutions…
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Southern First results for the first quarter of 2019
April 23, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to common shareholders of $6.0 million, or $0.78 per diluted share, for the first quarter…
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CresCom Bank introduces Sharon Snyder as assistant vice president and manager of Upstate Loan Servicing
April 22, 2019
CresCom Bank, the second largest community bank in North and South Carolina, announced Sharon Snyder as Manager of the Upstate Loan Servicing Department. In her new position at CresCom Bank, Snyder…
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First Community Corporation announces first quarter results and cash dividend
April 17, 2019
First Community Corporation (Nasdaq: FCCO), the holding company for First Community Bank, reported net income for the first quarter of 2019 of $2.50 million as compared to $2.71 million in the first quarter…
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Countybank welcomes new hire to commercial team
April 15, 2019
Tony Lawton joins Countybank as Commercial Relationship Manager Countybank welcomed Tony Lawton as Commercial Relationship Manager in the Upstate area. Lawton comes to Countybank with more than 30 years of…
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Nachman Norwood & Parrott names Angela Sheppard Chief Compliance Officer
April 15, 2019
Nachman Norwood & Parrott (NNP), an independent wealth management consultancy, recently promoted Angela Sheppard to the role of Chief Compliance Officer (CCO). As CCO, Sheppard is responsible for developing, implementing…
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Kincaid Retirement & Wealth Management to present David Bach’s Smart Women, Smart Retirement®
April 7, 2019
Local financial firm helping empower women nearing retirement Who: Kincaid Retirement & Wealth Management, a woman-owned, full-service financial planning firm. What: Smart Women, Smart Retirement®, an informational dinner seminar, based…
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GrandSouth Bank welcomes three new board members
April 4, 2019
The GrandSouth Bank Board of Directors welcomes three new members: John W. Shealy, Jr. (Rusty), Anthony Morgan (Tony), and Edward Monts Rast Jr. (Monty). They bring exceptional leadership and business skills to our board. Rusty…
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Sharonview Federal Credit Union gifts $3,000 to Simpsonville organizations
April 4, 2019
Sharonview Federal Credit Union presented $1,000 to Mt. Zion Baptist Church Food Bank, $1,000 to the City of Simpsonville Victim Advocate (Closet of Goods) and $1,000 to the Center for…
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Southern First hires Chief Banking Officer
April 2, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of Cal Hurst as Executive Vice President, Chief Banking Officer. Hurst has worked in the banking industry…
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Countybank names new Commercial team member
April 1, 2019
Wells Dunlap Promoted to Commercial Relationship Manager Countybank announce the promotion of Rufus Thornwell “Wells” Dunlap, V, to the role of Commercial Relationship Manager. Dunlap joined Countybank in 2013 and…
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United Community Bank names new Chief Risk and Commercial Credit officers
April 1, 2019
United Community Bank has recently elevated two of its employees to new positions within the risk management division of the company. Rob Edwards, former Chief Credit Officer, has been named…
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Carolina Alliance Bank joins Park National organization
April 1, 2019
Park National Corporation (Park) and CAB Financial Corporation announced the completion of their previously announced merger transaction. Effective today, CAB has merged with and into Park. With the merger, CAB’s banking…
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United Community Bank celebrates opening of new downtown office
March 27, 2019
United Community Bank announced the opening of its brand-new, larger location at the intersection of East Main and South Pine in downtown Spartanburg. The new branch occupies 7,500 square feet…
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Four college students join Northwestern Mutual’s nationally recognized internship program
March 26, 2019Pictured from left to right: Jeremy Hart, Graham Pioth, Tony Allen (College Unit Director), Rachel Thornton, Mikael Manner Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services firm, selected four college seniors…
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William Jeter completes CFP certification
March 21, 2019
Abacus Planning Group, Inc. announced that William R. Jeter has completed all requirements for the CFP® credential. The CFP® marks identify those individuals who have met the rigorous experience and…
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Veteran banker Jodie Keener joins United Community Mortgage Services
March 18, 2019United Community Mortgage Services welcomed Jodie Keener to its team in Greenville. In her role as a Mortgage Loan Originator, Keener will guide clients through the mortgage process from origination…
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Greenwood Capital announces C. Will Bond promotion
March 13, 2019
Greenwood Capital announced C. Will Bond, IV has been promoted to Senior Trading Manager. In this role, he is responsible for all systems, procedures and personnel functions related to pre-trade,…
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United Community Bank one of top five U.S. banks on Forbes list of World’s Best Banks
March 11, 2019
United Community Bank has been named one of the “Best Banks in the World” according to the inaugural Forbes World’s Best Banks list. The list, which was based largely on…
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Wells Fargo donated $5.3 million to support South Carolina nonprofits in 2018
March 8, 2019
Wells Fargo donated more than $5.3 million through 389 grants to South Carolina nonprofits, schools and community organizations in 2018. Wells Fargo’s philanthropic contributions build on a history of addressing…
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CommunityWorks receives $500,000 investment from Capital Bank
February 26, 2019
Local community loan fund supports small business development CommunityWorks (CW) announced a $500,000 Equity Equivalent Investment from Capital Bank, part of the First Horizon National Corp. family of companies which…
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United Community Bank Partners with Blue Star Mothers of America to send care packages to active duty military
February 25, 2019United Community Bank have recently partnered with the Blue Star Mothers of America’s Greenville-Upstate chapter to send care packages to troops serving overseas. The packages were assembled by the…
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United Community Bank Partners with Blue Star Mothers of America to send care packages to active duty military
February 25, 2019United Community Bank have recently partnered with the Blue Star Mothers of America’s Greenville-Upstate chapter to send care packages to troops serving overseas. The packages were assembled by the…
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3 Ways Identity Thieves Steal Your Tax Refund and How to Prevent It
February 22, 2019By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis That time of year has come: Tax season. While you may have just started preparing your tax returns, identity thieves have been gearing…
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3 Ways Identity Thieves Steal Your Tax Refund and How to Prevent It
February 22, 2019
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis That time of year has come: Tax season. While you may have just started preparing your tax returns, identity thieves have been gearing…
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SCRA & SC Launch celebrate $1 billion in follow-on funding for SC-based companies
February 21, 2019
SCRA, a public, non-profit corporation that fuels South Carolina’s innovation economy, celebrated a milestone of $1 billion of follow-on capital secured by Client Companies in the SC Launch Program. SC Launch, SCRA’s…
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