Southern First Reports Results for Fourth Quarter 2021
January 25, 2022
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period and year ended December 31, 2021. “We are incredibly…
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TD Bank names Grant Nicholson Senior Relationship Manager
January 25, 2022
TD Bank has named Grant Nicholson as Senior Relationship Manager, serving the Upstate market of South Carolina, which includes the counties of Anderson, Greenville, Laurens, Oconee, Pickens and Spartanburg. As…
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Blane Brooks joins FinTrust Capital Advisors as Director of Advisor Support Group
January 19, 2022
FinTrust Capital Advisors is pleased to announce that Blane Brooks has joined the Company’s senior management team. His focus will be in providing support to the Company’s financial advisors, assisting…
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Countybank recognizes Dayle Mumford with new business development role
January 19, 2022
Countybank is pleased to recognize Dayle Mumford as she transitions into her new role as Vice President, Professional and Executive Relationship Manager. Mumford joined Countybank in 2001 as a Relationship…
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First Reliance Bank promotes two senior leaders
January 19, 2022
First Reliance Bank announced Blake Dressler has been promoted to Charleston Market President and Frank Bullard to lead Corporate Community Relations across the bank’s South Carolina and North Carolina footprint.…
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Jane Downey, MBM Partner, named to leading U.S. Bankruptcy and Restructuring Lawyers listing
January 18, 2022
Jane H. Downey, Partner at Moore Bradley Myers (MBM), has been named as one of the 2022 500 Leading U.S. Bankruptcy and Restructuring Lawyers. Downey is selected as one of…
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Resource Financial builds on Ocrolus to automate residential mortgage processing
January 15, 2022
Ocrolus, the only automation platform that analyzes financial documents with over 99 percent accuracy, and Resource Financial Services, a leading independent mortgage banker serving the Southeastern United States, announced a…
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How to Buy a Car in 2022: Navigating The Automobile Shortage
January 14, 2022
By Mike DuBose The COVID-19 pandemic has had dramatic and wide-ranging impacts on the United States and the world as a whole. Most people are traveling, going to events, and…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union members get nearly $1.5 Million in bonus dividends and loan interest rebates
January 13, 2022
SAFE Federal Credit Union members received annual bonus dividends and interest rebates on December 31 totaling nearly $1.5 million. The 2021 bonus marked the 25th anniversary of SAFE’s Member Giveback Program.…
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TD Bank names Joe Pearson Relationship Manager
January 13, 2022
TD Bank has named Joe Pearson as Relationship Manager, serving the Midlands and Pee Dee markets of South Carolina. In his role, Pearson will be responsible for enhancing existing commercial…
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United Community Bank welcomes Jim Shofner as Senior Credit Officer
January 13, 2022
United Community Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Jim Shofner as Senior Vice President & Senior Credit Officer. In this role, Shofner will be responsible for supporting the…
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World Acceptance Corporation marks 30th anniversary as publicly traded company
January 12, 2022
World Acceptance Corporation (NASDAQ:WRLD) celebrates its 30th anniversary as a publicly traded company. World Acceptance Corporation is a people-focused finance company that provides personal loan and tax preparation solutions in…
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Countybank reaches goal of $5,000 for debit card donations swipe campaign
January 12, 2022
Countybank announced the results of its second annual debit card swipe campaign that occurred throughout December 2021. The bank reached its maximum contribution goal of $5,000. “We could not be…
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South Carolina Federal will merge with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union
January 11, 2022
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce its upcoming merger with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union after an affirmative member vote concluded on December 8, 2021. After the merger…
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SCRA produces over one billion dollar impact on South Carolina’s economy
January 11, 2022
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) marked a strong year in 2021. The impact on South Carolina’s innovation economy was over a billion dollars. The total amount includes jobs supported, the…
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New year, new finances: How to set and stick to financial resolutions in 2022
January 10, 2022
World Finance offers Greenville residents tips for financial success More than 92 million Americans will make financial resolutions this year, according to a recent WalletHub study1. While research shows that…
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First Community Bank welcomes Midlands financial consultant
January 6, 2022
First Community Bank is pleased to announce Bill Mason has joined the bank as a financial consultant in the financial planning and investment advisory division of the bank, First Community…
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Countybank Foundation makes charitable donations this holiday season
January 5, 2022The Countybank Foundation recently made a number of donations totaling $10,000 to local charitable organizations in Greenwood, Greenville, Greer, Simpsonville, and Anderson. Donations will go toward immediate human services needs…
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GEM Mining announces 13,000 active bitcoin miners
December 29, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – GEM Mining, an institutional-grade bitcoin mining company headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, today announced that it has deployed a fleet of 13,118 active miners producing 6.5 bitcoin…
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Synovus expands foodservice focus with new restaurant finance team
December 20, 2021
Synovus today announced the launch of a new restaurant finance team focused on helping restaurants across the country execute strategic plans for growth while fostering relationships with established and up-and-coming…
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MBM Law Partner, Jane Downey, named to Board of Directors for Credit Abuse Resistance Education (CARE)
December 16, 2021
Jane H. Downey, Partner at Moore Bradley Myers (MBM), has been named to the Board of Directors for Credit Abuse Resistance Education (CARE). The announcement on the appointment for Downey,…
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Countybank furthers expertise in BSA Services with James Owens’ certifications
December 16, 2021
Countybank is proud to announce James Owens, Senior BSA Administrator for Countybank, recently passed the demanding Certified AML and Fraud Professional (CAFP) exam, gaining a certification to progress his knowledge…
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World Finance receives national awards for cultural excellence
December 13, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – World Finance, a people-focused finance company offering personal loans and tax prep services, announces its recent recognition as a national Top Workplaces recipient for Cultural Excellence in…
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Countybank’s Marko Huttunen receives officer appointment
December 9, 2021
Countybank announced that Marko Huttunen has been appointed Senior Vice President by the Countybank Board of Directors. Huttunen has more than 18 years of service with Countybank. He joined Countybank…
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Matthew T.S. McFadden receives Certified Portfolio Manager® designation
December 8, 2021
Morgan Stanley announced today that Matthew T.S. McFadden, a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor in the Firm’s Columbia, S.C. office has earned the Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM®) designation from…
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Countybank ranked top SBA 7(a) South Carolina-based lender
December 7, 2021The South Carolina District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration recently ranked Countybank No. 1 in total loan dollar volume for 2021 among all South Carolina-based SBA 7(a) lenders.…
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United Community Bank expands service capabilities with new Mt. Pleasant branch
December 2, 2021
United Community Bank has opened a new office location at 602 Coleman Boulevard in Mt. Pleasant. This brand-new facility offers an ATM, a convenient drive-thru, and access to mortgage and…
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The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley announces new team members
December 1, 2021The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group announced today that Julie Y. Huff and Lauren W. Phelps have joined the team as Senior Registered Client Service Associates. The Rast McFadden Wealth…
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Countybank launches debit card donation swipe campaign
December 1, 2021
Countybank is excited to announce the launch of its second annual debit card swipe campaign that results in contributions to local organizations through the Countybank Foundation. “As the holidays quickly…
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United Community Bank strengthens finance team with experienced Treasurer
November 30, 2021
United Community Bank is pleased to add veteran financial services professional Michael Buttner as SVP and Treasurer, enhancing an already deeply skilled finance team. Mr. Buttner brings more than 30…
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S.C. a national leader on timely financial reporting
November 29, 2021
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller Each fall, my office releases the state’s financial report for the prior fiscal year. The Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, commonly called a CAFR, is a…
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Countybank Foundation completes $100,000 donation to Greenwood Area Habitat
November 20, 2021The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, recently donated $20,000 to Greenwood Area Habitat for Humanity. This donation completes a five-year plan to donate a total…
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South Carolina banker appointed to American Bankers Association Government Relations Council
November 17, 2021
First Reliance Bank announced that Robert Dozier, Jr., president of First Reliance Bancshares and chief operating officer of First Reliance Bank, has been appointed to serve as South Carolina’s representative…
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Bank of America doubles support to IAAM for programming and operations
November 16, 2021
Today, the International African American Museum announced a new gift from Bank of America, bringing its total investment in the museum to more than $1,000,000. This most recent gift builds on…
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FinTrust hires Madison Allard and Sam Schnurr as Client Service Administrators
November 10, 2021
FinTrust Capital Advisors announced that Madison Allard and Sam Schnurr have joined the FinTrust team as Client Service Administrators. They will focus on building and maintaining client relationships while assisting…
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AllSouth hosted the Soldiers and Vets Charity Golf Tournament to benefit the Big Red Barn Retreat
November 9, 2021
AllSouth Federal Credit Union proudly hosted its annual Soldiers and Vets Charity Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 21, at Golden Hills Golf and Country Club in Lexington, South Carolina. Thanks…
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Countybank adds new associate to SBA Lending Team
November 9, 2021
Countybank welcomed Jordan Payne as Vice President, SBA Business Development Officer in Simpsonville. He will cover an expanded market, including Simpsonville, Mauldin, Woodruff, Spartanburg, Gaffney, and Rock Hill. Payne comes…
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Faith- & factor-based WI Fidelis receives 4-star Morningstar Overall rating 23/28 quarters
November 8, 2021
Wallick Investments, LLC’s faith- and factor-based separately managed account strategy, WI Fidelis, has received yet again a 4-star Morningstar RatingTM for 3-year, 5-year and Overall risk-adjusted performance among 145 Mid-Cap…
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First Reliance Bank and community partners made dreams come true for a Lexington School District Four student
November 1, 2021
First Reliance Bank is a community bank in all aspects of the term. The longtime Florence, S.C. headquartered bank serves communities all over South and North Carolina by providing expert…
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Choosing a Guardian for Your Minor Child
October 29, 2021
By Laird W. Green, CFP® While no one wants to think about the possibility of not being there to raise a child, naming a guardian for your child is of…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2021
October 26, 2021
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine- month periods ended September 30, 2021. “The third quarter was…
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USC Columbia Technology Incubator receives $200,000 scholarship grant from Truist
October 25, 2021
The USC Columbia Technology Incubator announced Monday (Oct. 25) a $200,000 grant from Truist Financial Corporation through the Truist Charitable Fund, a donor-advised fund at The Winston-Salem Foundation, to provide…
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AgFirst names new chief administrative and marketing officers
October 20, 2021
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank today announced two executive promotions. Jamie Bumgarner was named chief administrative officer, and Juan Silvera was appointed to the newly created position of chief marketing officer.…
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Countybank and Greenwood Capital pledge $50,000 for United Way Greenville
October 19, 2021
Countybank and Greenwood Capital donated $50,000 as part of their annual Pacesetter Campaign to the United Way of Greenville County. Associates from both organizations made personal pledge donations totaling $39,157…
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Countybank and Greenwood Capital pledge more than $36,000 for United Way
October 12, 2021Countybank and Greenwood Capital donated $36,117 as part of their annual Pacesetter Campaign to the United Way of the Lakelands. Associates from both organizations made personal pledge donations totaling $24,227…
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5 Steps for Holiday Budgeting Success
October 12, 2021
World Finance offers simple tips to take the stress out of holiday expenses It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and you know what that means? It may not…
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S.C. Board of Financial Institutions passes resolution in opposition to proposed financial account activity reporting
October 7, 2021
State Treasurer and Board urges Congressional delegation to vote against Biden administration’s plan to monitor private citizens’ bank balances State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that the State Board of Financial…
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Countybank’s Wells Dunlap transitions to Greenville market
October 5, 2021
Countybank announced that Rufus Thornwell “Wells” Dunlap, V, Vice President and Commercial Relationship Manager, will be transitioning from Greenwood to Countybank’s Greenville market. “Wells has been an asset to Countybank’s…
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VentureSouth establishing PeeDee angel investor group
October 5, 2021
VentureSouth, one of the country’s largest angel investment networks, is once again expanding its footprint. The PeeDee region of South Carolina will become the 16th community with a VentureSouth angel group,…
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Wells Fargo announces nearly $3 million in grants to CDFIs to help minority-owned businesses in South Carolina recover
October 1, 2021
Wells Fargo and South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette announced nearly $3 million in grants to Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), including CommunityWorks, the South Carolina Community Loan Fund and…
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