United Community Bank named one of the Best Banks to Work For in United States
August 30, 2019
United Community Bank is proud to have been named one of the Best Banks to Work For in 2019 by American Banker and Best Companies Group. This recognition is based…
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GrandSouth Bank full-service branch in Charleston now open
August 27, 2019
GrandSouth Bank opened the doors of their new full-service branch at 291 East Bay Street in Charleston in July 2019, but the Greenville-based bank has been serving Charlestonians since May of 2017. Rob…
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A Conversation with Andy Brusman, Charles Towne Holdings
August 26, 2019
Charles Towne Holdings is a Capital Markets, Investment Banking, and Strategic Advisory firm headquartered in Charleston, SC and with additional locations in Atlanta, GA, and Greenville, SC. The firm was…
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Eric Schelble joins United Community Bank in Columbia
August 26, 2019
United Community Bank announced the addition of Eric Schelble as Vice President/Commercial Relationship Manager. Schelble is the fourth person to join United’s newly launched team in the Midlands. “Eric is…
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Kara Johnson & Rex Ann Strecker join United Community Mortgage Services
August 26, 2019
United Community Mortgage Services welcomed Rex Ann Strecker as a Senior Loan Officer and Kara Johnson as a Mortgage Loan Originator to its Coastal South Carolina team. The two have…
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Countybank expands to Residential Construction Lending
August 21, 2019
Scott Presley joins Countybank as VP, Director of Residential Construction Lending Countybank welcomed Scott Presley as Vice President, Director of Residential Construction Lending. Presley comes to Countybank with more than…
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CresCom Bank makes Forbes’ ‘America’s Best Banks in each state’ list
August 21, 2019
CresCom Bank has recently been named one of America’s Best Banks in South Carolina 2019 by Forbes Magazine. Of the estimated 5,400 banks in the United States, only 149 made the 2019 list, and only three banks from South Carolina…
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FinTrust hires Jennifer Lopez as Client Service Administrator
August 21, 2019
FinTrust Capital Advisors announced that Jennifer Lopez has joined the FinTrust team as Client Service Administrator. With industry experience, Jennifer will focus on maintaining client relationships and assisting advisors with…
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AllSouth collects school supplies for R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy
August 20, 2019
AllSouth Federal Credit Union organized a school supply drive to benefit students at R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy. AllSouth locations in Sumter collected much needed school supplies for two weeks…
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Countybank’s CFO Scott begins term as S.C. Bankers School Chair
August 14, 2019
Annette L. Scott, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, of Greenwood headquartered Countybank began a one-year term as chair of the South Carolina Bankers School on July 15. The…
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Resource Financial Services makes Inc. Magazine’s list of 500 Fastest-Growing Private Companies for second time
August 14, 2019
Resource Financial Services, a privately owned retail mortgage banking firm serving the Southeast, was recently ranked in the top 10 percent of Inc. magazine’s annual Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking…
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Jacob D. Wallick of Wallick Investments, LLC passes Level II CFA® Exam
August 12, 2019
Nationally-ranked Wallick Investments, a South Carolina-based Registered Investment Advisory firm, announced that Mr. Jacob (Jake) Wallick, junior portfolio manager and managing partner associate, passed the Level II exam of the…
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Countybank adds new associate to SBA lending team
August 7, 2019
Brad Cantrell joins Countybank as VP, SBA Business Development Officer Countybank welcomed Brad Cantrell as Vice President, SBA Business Development Officer in Greenville. Cantrell comes to Countybank with extensive experience…
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Receptionist
August 7, 2019
• Coordinate client meetings and set account reviews • Set up and maintain files for new and current customers • Use reports and client database to identify and manage critical…
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Wallick Investments’ Fidelis composite receives Morningstar’s highest rating for 3-year risk-adjusted performance as of June 30, 2019
August 5, 2019
Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis composite received a 5-star Morningstar RatingTM among 450 large-cap value products for 3-year risk-adjusted performance, and a 4-star Morningstar Rating for 5-year and Overall risk-adjusted performance as…
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James R. “Jimmy” Fowler, Jr. awarded the 2019 IBSC Leadership Award
August 5, 2019
James R. “Jimmy” Fowler, Jr., Executive Vice President and Director of Commercial Banking and Strategic Initiatives, Countybank, Greenville SC, was granted the Leadership Award by the Independent Banks of South…
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VentureSouth recognized as a Top 10 Angel Group in North America
July 31, 2019
VentureSouth is delighted to announce that it has been recognized as one of the top 10 angel investment groups in North America. In the 2019 Angel Funders Report released this week by the…
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Quintin Pile joins Greenwood Capital, expanding wealth team
July 31, 2019
Greenwood Capital announced the addition of Quintin Pile to its Wealth Management Team as a Private Client Advisor in the Downtown Greenville office, located at 201 W. McBee Ave. In…
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FinTrust Capital Advisors hires Betsy Pusateri as Operations Administrator
July 30, 2019
FinTrust Capital Advisors announced that Elizabeth “Betsy” Pusateri has joined the FinTrust team as Operations Administrator. With over 12 years of experience in the industry, Betsy will monitor daily operations…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union transforms digital banking, core systems, and member service
July 30, 2019
SAFE Federal Credit Union announced today that it has selected two of the nation’s leading technology companies to replace its digital banking and core processing platforms while expanding Call Center…
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Michael Dowling named Chief Operating Officer of Southern First
July 30, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the promotion of Michael D. Dowling (47) to Chief Operating Officer. He will continue to serve as Chief Financial…
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Michael Dowling named Chief Operating Officer of Southern First
July 30, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the promotion of Michael D. Dowling (47) to Chief Operating Officer. He will continue to serve as Chief Financial…
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Michael Dowling named Chief Operating Officer of Southern First
July 30, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the promotion of Michael D. Dowling (47) to Chief Operating Officer. He will continue to serve as Chief Financial…
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Nick Zappitelli joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
July 26, 2019
Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Nick Zappitelli as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Nick holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from Florida State University. With…
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VentureSouth Having a Record-Breaking 2019
July 25, 2019
VentureSouth, one of the top 10 angel investment groups in the United States with nearly 350 members, announces another record-breaking level of investing during the first half of 2019. To…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports strong second quarter results
July 25, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. announced its second quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth, improved operating efficiency and strong asset quality. Diluted earnings per share were $0.55,…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports strong second quarter results
July 25, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. announced its second quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth, improved operating efficiency and strong asset quality. Diluted earnings per share were $0.55,…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports strong second quarter results
July 25, 2019
United Community Banks, Inc. announced its second quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth, improved operating efficiency and strong asset quality. Diluted earnings per share were $0.55,…
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Changes to Business Entertainment Expense Deductions
July 24, 2019By Eileen M. Stevens, CFP® The introduction of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in December 2017 brought many areas of uncertainty, some of which are only being clarified…
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Mid-year earnings grow 313 percent at South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc.
July 24, 2019
South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc., parent of South Atlantic Bank, reported net income of $3.1 million, or $0.41 per diluted share, for the six months ended June 30, 2019, compared to…
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Southern First reports results for second quarter 2019
July 23, 2019
Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its financial results for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2019. 2019 Second Quarter Highlights…
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Financial Advisor
July 19, 2019
Looking to launch a new career as a financial advisor, our Financial Advisor Development Program will provide the training and resources to help you build your financial practice. We’re committed…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s David Sigmon Awarded SIOR Designation
July 18, 2019
Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s David Sigmon recently earned the Society of Industrial & Office REALTORS (SIOR) designation. The SIOR designation is a professional achievement for highly qualified commercial real estate…
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CresCom Bank expands Commercial Lending Team with introduction of Clay Hughes
July 18, 2019
CresCom Bank, the second largest community bank in North and South Carolina, expands its Commercial Lending Team with the introduction of Clay Hughes as Senior Vice President and Homebuilder Finance and…
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Fintrust hires Tammy Erdley as Senior Accountant
July 17, 2019
FinTrust Capital Advisors is pleased to announce that Tammy Erdley has joined the firm as Senior Accountant. Tammy’s primary focus will be in gathering and reporting costs, productivity, margins, and…
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South Carolina Federal named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina
July 15, 2019
South Carolina Federal Credit Union was named one of the Best Places to Workin South Carolina for the seventh time. This survey-and-awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor…
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CresCom Bank expands its Retail Mortgage Team with the addition of Don Lucas
July 11, 2019
CresCom Bank, the second largest community bank in North and South Carolina, is pleased to introduce Don Lucas as Senior Vice President and Director of Mortgage Sales. As leader of the Retail Mortgage Team,…
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United Community Bank continues growth with Columbia expansion
July 8, 2019
United Community Bank has expanded its South Carolina presence with the recent addition of three well-known Columbia-based bankers to its growing team. Shannon Stephens, Austin McVay and Michael Glenn will…
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United Community Bank continues growth with Columbia expansion
July 8, 2019
United Community Bank has expanded its South Carolina presence with the recent addition of three well-known Columbia-based bankers to its growing team. Shannon Stephens, Austin McVay and Michael Glenn will…
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United Community Bank continues growth with Columbia expansion
July 8, 2019
United Community Bank has expanded its South Carolina presence with the recent addition of three well-known Columbia-based bankers to its growing team. Shannon Stephens, Austin McVay and Michael Glenn will…
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First National Bank appoints Regional Market Executive for South Carolina
July 2, 2019
First National Bank, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation (NYSE: FNB), announced that it has hired Leonard “Len” L. Hutchison, III, as Regional Market Executive and President of the Bank’s…
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CresCom Bank welcomes Elizabeth Ramirez as assistant Vice President and Branch Manager
June 26, 2019
CresCom Bank, the second largest community bank in North and South Carolina, is pleased to introduce Elizabeth Ramirez to the CresCom Bank team as Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager. In…
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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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South Carolina Federal begins construction on Cane Bay Financial Center
June 25, 2019
South Carolina Federal Credit Union has broken ground on construction of its newest financial center in the Cane Bay area of Berkeley County. Located at 1736 State Rd. in Summerville,…
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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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Coastal States Bank announces new website and redesigned brand
June 20, 2019
Coastal States Bank (“CSB”) unveiled a new website and redesigned brand. The new website (www.coastalstatesbank.com) features user-friendly navigation, enhanced functionality, personalized tools and resources, and a modern design that emphasizes…
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South Carolina Federal CEO Scott Woods named a Glassdoor top CEO in 2019
June 19, 2019
Scott Woods, South Carolina Federal President and CEO, has been selected by Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award as one of the Top CEOs of 2019. Woods was ranked #5 out of 50 CEOs,…
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Access to Capital Symposium: practical financing options for small businesses
June 19, 2019Are you looking for capital to start or expand your business? Are you trying to determine which bank has the best package for you? Have you already been to the bank,…
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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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