FinTrust welcomes Rick Coad
January 25, 2016
FinTrust Investment Advisors announces that Rick Coad has joined the firm. “We are excited to have someone with Rick’s public finance experience join FinTrust, as we build out our municipal…
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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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Wagner Wealth Management adds wealth advisor
January 20, 2016
Wagner Wealth Management has added Brian Todd as the firm’s Director of Client Services. Brian Todd brings 15 years of investment advisory experience to Wagner Wealth Management. Prior to his…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main concludes fifth anniversary season
January 20, 2016
United Community Bank Ice on Main celebrated the closing of its fifth anniversary season with several exciting announcements about charitable contributions, contest winners and sponsorship news on January 19. Winners…
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TD Bank names Nate Barrett Senior Middle Market Relationship Manager
January 20, 2016
TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, has named Nate Barrett as Senior Middle Market Relationship Manager for the Carolinas. He is responsible for providing customized business solutions to commercial and…
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Sutherland joins NBSC as branch manager
January 13, 2016
NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, today announced that George S. Sutherland has been named branch manager for the Greenville Main office located at 201 East McBee Avenue. Sutherland will…
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United Community Bank executive re-elected to board of National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders
January 13, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Richard Bradshaw, president of specialized lending at United Community Bank, has been re-elected to the Board of Directors for the National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (NAGGL).…
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United Community Bank executive re-elected to board of National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders
January 13, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Richard Bradshaw, president of specialized lending at United Community Bank, has been re-elected to the Board of Directors for the National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (NAGGL).…
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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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Sandlapper Capital Investments names National Sales Manager
January 12, 2016
Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC recently named financial services industry veteran Kenneth “Kenny” Bolton as National Sales Manager. Bolton has more than 30 years of experience in financial services and investment…
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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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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raises over $64 million in 2015
January 6, 2016
Full service independent broker dealer and distributor of alternative investments SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC (“Sandlapper”) ended 2015 on a record high. Sandlapper acted as dealer manager in 20 private placement securities…
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CresCom Bank names Joel Foster South End Market Executive and VP/Commercial Loan Officer
January 5, 2016
CresCom Bank has added Joel Foster, a well-known local commercial lending expert, to its team. Foster will assume the role of south end market executive, as well as vice president/commercial loan…
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Ameris Bank announces appointment of Laurens C. Nicholson to South Carolina Community Board of Directors
December 17, 2015
Ameris Bank Regional President Richard Sturm is excited to announce the recent appointment of Laurens C. Nicholson to the Ameris Bank – South Carolina Community Board of Directors. In making…
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HRP Associates honored by BB&T Risk Management Group
December 16, 2015
HRP Associates Inc. (HRP), an environmental health and safety engineering and consulting firm in Greenville, was recently honored by the BB&T Risk Management Group at the bank’s 10th annual BB&T…
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James Al Cannon designated a “Premier Advisor” by Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network
December 15, 2015
Leading independent financial advisory firm, Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, has designated James Al Cannon, managing director, as a member of the firm’s Premier Advisors Program, a distinction that reflects…
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Michelle Brannon Blower named CresCom Bank branch manager for Greenville location
December 14, 2015
CresCom Bank, the community bank leader within the Carolinas, has appointed Michelle Brannon Blower branch manager for its Greenville-based branch. Blower brings with her more than 30 years of financial…
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Myers joins FinTrust
December 10, 2015
FinTrust Investment Advisors is pleased to announce that Douglas E. Myers has joined the firm. Myers has a B.S. of Industrial Management from Georgia Institute of Technology and over 20…
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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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NBSC names Stewart to Greenville Advisory Board
December 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC, – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, today announced the appointment of Givens B. Stewart to its Greenville Advisory Board of Directors. “We are pleased that Givens has…
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NBSC names Patterson to Greenville Advisory Board
December 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announced the appointment of Jacqueline “Jackie” H. Patterson to its Greenville Advisory Board of Directors. “We are pleased that Jackie has…
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NBSC names Miller to Greenville Advisory Board
December 7, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, today announced the appointment of Valerie Miller to its Greenville Advisory Board of Directors. “We are pleased to welcome Valerie to…
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Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC launches SL Opportunity Finance, LLC
December 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC (“Sandlapper”) has launched its latest investment opportunity, SL Opportunity Finance, LLC (“SL Opportunity Finance”). Sandlapper developed the product after recognizing a need for…
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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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TD Bank contributes to the Achieving the Dream initiative at Greenville Technical College
December 2, 2015
The TD Charitable Foundation has contributed $10,000 to the Achieving the Dream initiative at Greenville Technical College (GTC). Through the initiative, GTC is finding ways to help students succeed by…
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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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NBSC names Askew to Greenville Advisory Board
November 26, 2015
NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, today announced the appointment of Curtis L. Askew to its Greenville Advisory Board of Directors. Askew is founder, president and principal of DataNgine Consulting,…
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Trevor Gordon, SANDLAPPER Securities
November 18, 2015
UpstateBizBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: A Conversation with…
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Hodge reaches CFA status
November 12, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust Investment Advisors announced that Portfolio Manager Clifford P Hodge, III has reached Level 3 CFA status. FinTrust Partner Allen Gillespie stated, “We are very proud to…
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Sandlapper Securities, LLC raises $2.25 million for third land deal in 2015, launches two more
November 12, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raised approximately $2.25 million for Lion’s Gate Investments, LLC, a 170 acre tract of unimproved real estate located in Haralson and Carroll Counties, Georgia…
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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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United Community Banks, Inc. announces election of Kenneth L. Daniels to its Board of Directors
November 11, 2015
UPSTATE, SC – United Community Banks, Inc. announced that Kenneth L. Daniels has been elected to the boards of directors of United Community Banks, Inc. and its subsidiary, United Community Bank.…
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John Henry Oil Corporation engages SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC to Manage Trenton – Black River I, LP Capital Campaign
November 11, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC has been engaged by John Henry Oil Corporation of Knoxville, TN to raise $6.5 million for the Trenton – Black River I, LP, a…
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Anderson School District 3 Uses JEDA Bonds to Power Energy Project
November 11, 2015
IVA, SC – Anderson County – Anderson County School District 3 is using a $5.2 million bond issue from the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) to implement energy conservation measures…
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Springfield joins Southern First
November 10, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced that Trish Springfield has joined the bank as Executive Vice President, Retail Banking. Springfield has 22 years…
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Carolina Alliance reports its third quarter results
November 9, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Carolina Alliance Bank (OTCQX:CRLN) today reported to its shareholders its third quarter 2015 financial results. Net income available to common shareholders of $1.2 million, or $0.25 per diluted…
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Blue Ridge Bank named fastest growing bank in Oconee County
November 5, 2015
WALHALLA, SC –According to a recent news report from 101.7 FM WGOG, Blue Ridge Bank continues to be the fastest growing bank in Oconee County, South Carolina. This information was compiled…
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Blue Ridge Bank named fastest growing bank in Oconee County
November 5, 2015
WALHALLA, SC –According to a recent news report from 101.7 FM WGOG, Blue Ridge Bank continues to be the fastest growing bank in Oconee County, South Carolina. This information was compiled…
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Southern First recognized as an exceptional top performer
November 2, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST) holding company for Southern First Bank, has been named by Sandler O’Neill + Partners as one of the nation’s top performing…
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TD Convention Center hosting job fair
October 29, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – SMG, the management company for the TD Convention Center, is hosting a job fair for several full time and part time positions at the facility on Wednesday, November…
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United Community Bank announced as presenting sponsor for Greenville Tech Foundation Workforce Development Salute
October 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Tech Foundation announced today that United Community Bank will be the presenting sponsor for the upcoming Workforce Development Salute. The Foundation will host internationally renowned automotive…
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United Community Bank announced as presenting sponsor for Greenville Tech Foundation Workforce Development Salute
October 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Tech Foundation announced today that United Community Bank will be the presenting sponsor for the upcoming Workforce Development Salute. The Foundation will host internationally renowned automotive…
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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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Gary C. Davis designated A “Premier Advisor” by Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network
October 22, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Leading independent financial advisory firm, Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, has designated Gary C. Davis, Managing Director, as a member of the firm’s Premier Advisors Program, a distinction…
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Gary C. Davis designated A “Premier Advisor” by Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network
October 22, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Leading independent financial advisory firm, Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, has designated Gary C. Davis, Managing Director, as a member of the firm’s Premier Advisors Program, a distinction…
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Greer Bancshares Incorporated Reports Quarterly Profit
October 20, 2015
GREER, SC – Greer Bancshares Incorporated, the parent company of Greer State Bank, today reported quarterly net income attributable to common shareholders of $657,000 or $0.26 per diluted common share,…
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SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raises $4.6 million for two new land deals
October 19, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – SANDLAPPER Securities, LLC raised approximately $4.6 million for two land deals on behalf of Webb Creek Management Group, LLC, a Georgia-based firm that provides consultative services…
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Capping banks’ size would hit consumers, Clemson study finds
October 19, 2015
By Rick Uhlmann, College of Business and Behavioral Science, Clemson CLEMSON, SC – As calls for shrinking the size of the nation’s largest banks continue following the 2007-08 economic meltdown, research…
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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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