Robert Haile named CresCom Bank’s Chief Investment Officer, Treasurer
March 15, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has named Robert Haile as the bank’s chief investment officer and treasurer. Haile was one of the bank’s first employees, joining CresCom…
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Kevin Kisner highlights the latest commitments by Clemson, UGA, and Wofford graduates
March 14, 2016
Lucas Glover, Chris Kirk, Kevin Kisner, Ben Martin, William McGirt, Hudson Swafford and Brendon Todd are all competing in the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA…
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Joseph S. Kassim named CresCom Bank’s Chief Accounting Officer
March 10, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has named Joseph S. Kassim as the bank’s Chief Accounting Officer. Kassim has been CresCom Bank’s Senior Vice President of Finance since…
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Jim Hutto Joins CresCom Bank as VP/Commercial Loan Officer
March 10, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, has named Jim Hutto as vice president and commercial loan officer. Hutto will be based out of the bank’s Meeting Street branch…
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Crescent Mortgage Company’s Board of Directors names Fowler Williams CEO
March 9, 2016
Crescent Mortgage Company, an Atlanta-based mortgage company owned and operated by Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), recently announced that its Board of Directors has named current President Fowler Williams its…
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NBSC’s Frances Anderson presented with award
March 8, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – Synovus, the Columbus, Georgia-based financial services company, recently announced the winners of its annual Chairman’s Awards. Frances Anderson, assistant branch manager of the Charlestowne Square branch of NBSC,…
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What The New Social Security Rules Mean To You
March 8, 2016
By Susan A. McCants, CFP ® The new Social Security law that passed late last year, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, helped buoy the Social Security system by…
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What The New Social Security Rules Mean To You
March 8, 2016
By Susan A. McCants, CFP ® The new Social Security law that passed late last year, the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, helped buoy the Social Security system by…
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FinTrust opens Charleston office
March 2, 2016
FinTrust Investment Advisors announces the opening of their first office in Charleston, South Carolina Partner Philip Brice stated, “As we continue to expand our Southeast footprint, it is with…
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CresCom Bank announces new promotions and hires
February 22, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community banking leader within the Carolinas, has promoted team members and added to its staff this month, including: Charleston, S.C. Natasha Weston has officially joined CresCom…
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CresCom Bank sponsors Walk for Autism for 6th year
February 22, 2016
CresCom Bank announces that it once again will be sponsoring the annual Walk for Autism on April 16. This marks the 6th year the bank has sponsored the event. Starting…
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Ryan Funke joins CresCom Bank as Vice President, Commercial Lender
February 22, 2016
CresCom Bank, the community-banking leader within the Carolinas, welcomes Ryan Funke as the newest vice president/commercial lender. Funke joins the CresCom Bank team from First Reliance Bank, where he held…
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Synovus Wins 26 Greenwich Excellence Awards
February 22, 2016
Synovus has won 26 awards in the 2015 Greenwich Excellence Awards for Small Business Banking and Middle Market Banking. Among more than 600 U.S. banks evaluated by Greenwich Associates, 34…
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Synovus Wins 26 Greenwich Excellence Awards
February 22, 2016
Synovus has won 26 awards in the 2015 Greenwich Excellence Awards for Small Business Banking and Middle Market Banking. Among more than 600 U.S. banks evaluated by Greenwich Associates, 34…
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The Independent Banks of South Carolina welcomes Teresa D. Taylor
February 20, 2016
The Independent Banks of South Carolina (IBSC) welcomes Teresa D. Taylor, Palmetto Financial Consulting Services, LLC, as the Executive Director of the Association. In her new role, Teresa will manage…
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The Independent Banks of South Carolina welcomes Teresa D. Taylor
February 20, 2016
The Independent Banks of South Carolina (IBSC) welcomes Teresa D. Taylor, Palmetto Financial Consulting Services, LLC, as the Executive Director of the Association. In her new role, Teresa will manage…
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Ameris Bank announces Peggy Small as Mt. Pleasant Branch Manager
February 8, 2016
Ameris Bank has named Peggy Small as branch manager of the Mt. Pleasant location. In this role she will build and maintain banking relationships in the Mt. Pleasant area and…
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South Atlantic Bancshares net income up 11.8 percent
January 29, 2016
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK), parent of South Atlantic Bank, today reported net income of $2,240,817 or $0.63 per diluted share for the year endedDecember 31,…
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South State Corporation reports 33.8% increase in net income
January 22, 2016
South State Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and twelve-month period ended December 31, 2015. Annual (2015) highlights include the…
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South Carolina Federal unveils 2016 80th Anniversary Celebration
January 20, 2016
South Carolina Federal Credit Union, the oldest, locally-owned financial institution in the tri-county, is celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2016. The year’s festivities will include member appreciation events at each…
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South Carolina Federal announces Sixth Annual Scholarship Competition
January 18, 2016
South Carolina Federal Credit Union announces its Sixth Annual smpl. Scholarship Competition. The smpl. program provides financial education and community engagement opportunities for 15 to 25 year olds. The scholarship…
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Eric Teal joins Queens Oak as CIO and managing partner
January 12, 2016
Brings Track Record as Value Investor to Boutique Asset Management Firm CHARLOTTE, NC – Queens Oak Advisors LLC, a boutique wealth management firm providing comprehensive wealth and investment management…
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Carolina Financial Corporation announces agreement to acquire Congaree Bancshares, Inc.
January 6, 2016
Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), the parent company of CresCom Bank, and Congaree Bancshares, Inc. (OTC Pink: CNRB), the parent company of Congaree State Bank, announced the signing of a…
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George Stewart joins Yadkin Bank as Reverse Mortgage Consultant
December 30, 2015RALEIGH, NC — Yadkin Bank announces the addition of George Stewart as Reverse Mortgage Consultant at Yadkin Mortgage, a division of Yadkin Bank. In this role, he will serve reverse…
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George Stewart joins Yadkin Bank as Reverse Mortgage Consultant
December 30, 2015
RALEIGH, NC — Yadkin Bank announces the addition of George Stewart as Reverse Mortgage Consultant at Yadkin Mortgage, a division of Yadkin Bank. In this role, he will serve reverse…
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Stantec welcomes Christopher Rubens
December 14, 2015
Christopher Rubens, PE, joins Stantec as a transportation engineer in our Charleston, South Carolina office. Rubens is a licensed professional engineer bringing more than four years of experience in transportation…
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United Community Bank establishes Charleston office with experienced Coastal banker
December 8, 2015
Dixon Woodward Named Regional President, Coastal South Carolina United Community Bank has significantly expanded their South Carolina operations with the recent opening of an office in Charleston, S.C. Dixon…
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AgFirst Farm Credit Bank announces results of 2015 Director elections
December 3, 2015
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank has elected William Robinson of St. Matthews, S.C., as its newest Director. He will serve a four-year term, which will expire Dec. 31, 2019. Directors John…
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CresCom Bank expands, adds three new team members
December 2, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC– CresCom Bank, the community bank leader within the Carolinas, has added three new team members to its Charleston and North Myrtle Beach markets. Charleston, S.C. Marie Hartwell joins…
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Amanda Diehl joins CresCom Bank as Vice President and Internal Auditor
December 2, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – CresCom Bank, the community bank leader within the Carolinas, continues its growth with the addition of Amanda Diehl as the bank’s newest vice president/internal auditor. Diehl joins the…
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Carly Fiorina Town Hall hosted by Low Country Chapter of Credit Unions
November 30, 2015
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – The Low country Chapter of Credit Unions is pleased to announce it will be hosting presidential candidate Carly Fiorina for a town hall discussion. The event…
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Carolina Financial Corporation announces proposed offering of common stock
November 30, 2015
Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), the parent company of CresCom Bank, announced that it has commenced an underwritten offering of approximately $25 million of its common stock. The underwriters will…
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CresCom Bank adds six members to growing team
November 18, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC– CresCom Bank, the leader in community banking throughout the Carolinas, adds six new team members to its growing staff this month. Additions include: Southport, N.C. Michelle Beal joins…
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Future Scholar 529 Program earns Bronze Rating
November 12, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan is once again receiving accolades for delivering excellence and value to its customers and the state of South Carolina.…
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Akira Jacobs named 2015 CUaware Protégé Competition winner
November 11, 2015
N. CHARLESTON, SC – Akira Jacobs, a benefits coordinator for South Carolina Financial Solutions, was named winner of the 2015 CUaware Protégé Competition, highlighting rising industry professionals, age 35 and under.…
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2016 Top in Tax Educational Survey Results
November 11, 2015
Tax Employers Vote on Best Schools and Programs for Students Pursuing a Tax Career MT. PLEASANT, SC – TaxTalent, the career and leadership development portal for tax professionals, announced the…
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First Reliance 3Q15 pre-tax income more than triples
November 2, 2015
FLORENCE, SC – First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. (OTC: FSRL), the holding company (the “Company”) for First Reliance Bank (the “Bank”), reported third quarter 2015 pre-tax profits reached the highest levels…
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CresCom Bank welcomes Katie Matthews as Mortgage Loan Originator
October 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – CresCom Bank, the community bank leader within the Carolinas, continues its growth as Katie Matthews joins as its newest mortgage loan originator. After training at CresCom Bank’s Summerville…
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NBSC to provide financial assistance to three organiations for flood recovery
October 25, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announced that it will make a cash donation to the Low Country South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross, United…
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South State Bank announces Disaster Recovery Loan programs
October 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – In response to the recent floods in South Carolina, South State Bank has developed disaster recovery loan programs to provide relief to individuals who live in the communities…
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Carolina Financial Corporation reports results for third quarter of 2015
October 21, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), today announced net income for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2015. Net income for the three months ended September 30,…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union hosting free document shredding event
October 20, 2015
N. CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Federal Credit Union is hosting a free document shredding event on Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m. – 1p.m., at its Goose Creek financial…
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South Carolina Federal hosts food drive for flood relief
October 19, 2015
N. CHARLESTON, SC — South Carolina Federal Credit Union will be hosting a food drive to benefit those impacted by the recent South Carolina flooding. All financial centers will be…
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TD Bank names Matt Simpson Senior Relationship Manager for the Charleston market
October 19, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – TD Bank has named Matt Simpson as Senior Relationship Manager for the Charleston, S.C. market, including the counties of Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester. He is responsible for…
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South Carolina Federal hosts food drive for flood relief
October 16, 2015
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Federal Credit Union will be hosting a food drive to benefit those impacted by the recent South Carolina flooding. All financial centers will be…
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Wells Fargo is America’s top SBA lender for small businesses in 2015
October 12, 2015
U.S. Small Business Administration data shows Wells Fargo approved more SBA 7(a) loan dollars and units than any other lender for 2015 federal fiscal year SOUTH CAROLINA – Wells Fargo &…
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Wells Fargo announces $300,000 donation to Red Cross to aid flood relief efforts
October 7, 2015SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) announced today that it is making a donation of $300,000 to the American Red Cross to support disaster relief efforts in…
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South Carolina Financial Solutions acquires Chastain Insurance Agency
September 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Financial Solutions announces the acquisition of the Chastain Insurance Agency. The operation, based in Seneca, South Carolina has been meeting insurance needs in the area…
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Lowcountry Open Land Trust receives $50,000 grant from Wells Fargo
September 25, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Lowcountry Open Land Trust recently received a grant for $50,000 to support its work in the Cooper River Corridor Watershed. The Land Trust was one of 61…
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CresCom Bank’s Socastee Branch welcomes Caron Durham as Mortgage Loan Originator
September 23, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Caron Durham joins CresCom Bank, the community bank leader within the Carolinas, as a mortgage loan originator for its Socastee branch, reporting to Mark Branstrom. In her new…
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