Hardy Joins FINTRUST
January 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust Investment Advisors is pleased to announce that Chip Hardy has joined the FinTrust team. Hardy comes to FinTrust from the ERISA advisory firm, PrimeTrust Advisors, where…
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Coldwell Banker Affiliates appoint Stephen Edgerton as Large Office Group Chairman
December 29, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Members of the Coldwell Banker Large Office Group (LOG), consisting of 20 leaders of top Coldwell Banker affiliates, recently appointed Stephen Edgerton, President and CEO of Coldwell Banker Caine, as…
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December 22, 2014
ANDERSON, SC – First Citizens today announced that six business leaders have joined its Anderson Advisory Board. Advisory Board members are selected to represent a cross-section of the community and…
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Lamar Hilley Named Community Relationship Manager of New Commercial and Small Business Office in Clemson
December 17, 2014
GREER, SC – Greer State Bank announces Lamar Hilley as the Community Relationship Manager for their new Commercial and Small Business Lending Office in the Tri-county area. Hilley will join Art Wray,…
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John Warren, President of Lima One Capital
December 1, 2014
UpstateBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. John Warren is the President of Lima One Capital, a Greenville-based residential real…
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SC Hispanic Chamber Announces New Micro-Loan Program for Hispanic Entrepreneurs
December 1, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Hispanic Chamber of Commerce announced Axeso, a new micro-loan program for Hispanic entrepreneurs, at the Chamber’s annual ¡Impacto! Awards event last Thursday in Greenville. Axeso…
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TD Bank Survey Finds Homeowners use HELOCs for Expenses Beyond Home Renovations
November 19, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Research from the TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, inaugural Consumer Borrowing Index found that while half of consumers who currently have a Home Equity Line of…
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TD Bank Survey Finds Homeowners use HELOCs for Expenses Beyond Home Renovations
November 19, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Research from the TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, inaugural Consumer Borrowing Index found that while half of consumers who currently have a Home Equity Line of…
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Horse Creek Academy Construction Possible with JEDA Bonds
November 17, 2014
Created 11 New Jobs, Retained 24 Jobs ~ AIKEN, SC – Horse Creek Academy (formerly Midland Valley Preparatory School) is using $5,530,000, issued as series 2014A $5.335 million tax-exempt and…
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First Citizens Announces New South Carolina Leadership Team for Combined Company
November 17, 2014Bryant Named South Carolina Regional Executive Vice President COLUMBIA, SC – First Citizens announced that Sharon Bryant has been named South Carolina Regional Executive Vice President for the combined bank.…
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United Community Bank Executive Elected to National RMA Board of Directors
November 13, 2014BLAIRSVILLE, GA – Lynn Harton, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of United Community Banks, Inc., and President and Chief Operating Officer of the company’s subsidiary bank, United Community Bank,…
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TD Bank Names Hugh Allen Commercial Real Estate Regional Director for the Carolinas
November 12, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, has named Hugh Allen Commercial Real Estate Regional Director for the Carolinas. He is responsible for leading a team of lenders who…
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NBSC Names Samhat to Board of Directors
November 12, 2014
COLUMBIA & SPARTANBURG, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announces the appointment of Dr. Nayef H. Samhat to its SC Board of Directors. A native of Michigan, Dr.…
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Mike Gordon and Paul Gordon Join FinTrust Investment Advisors
November 11, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust Investment Advisors is pleased to announce that Mike Gordon CPA, Paul Gordon, CFP® and Melissa Rogers have joined the firm. FinTrust Partner, Philip Brice stated, “Mike, Paul, and Melissa’s reputations,…
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Wells Fargo extends the most SBA loan dollars for small businesses in 2014
November 10, 2014Company approved 10 percent more dollars and 16 percent more units in SBA 7(a) loans to small businesses than a year ago SAN FRANCISCO, CA – For the sixth…
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Caroline Van Hook Receives the 2014 Women to Watch Experienced Leader Award
November 4, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Elliott Davis, one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting services firms in the Southeast, is pleased to announce that Caroline Van Hook has been named one of 2014’s “Women…
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Caroline Van Hook Receives the 2014 Women to Watch Experienced Leader Award
November 4, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Elliott Davis, one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting services firms in the Southeast, is pleased to announce that Caroline Van Hook has been named one of 2014’s “Women…
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Southern First Bancshares Announces Public Offering of Common Stock
November 3, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), the Company, announced that it intends to commence a public offering of 1,200,000 shares of its common stock through a firm commitment underwritten…
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Pinnacle Bank Announces 2nd Annual Shred A Way Day
November 3, 2014Friday, November 7th ~ Pinnacle Bank of SC, a Greenville-based community bank, announced its second annual Shred A Way Day to be held on Friday, November 7th, 2014, as…
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South State Corporation Reports Operating Results of $1.00 per share
October 29, 2014
Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend COLUMBIA, SC – October 28, 2014—South State Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) today released its unaudited results of operations and other financial information for the three-month and…
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Lima One Capital Promotes Cortney Newmans to Business Development Director
October 25, 2014
The East Coast’s largest hard money lender is undergoing a widespread, strategic expansion. GREENVILLE, SC — Lima One Capital, a hard money lender specializing in short-term home loans for the real…
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United Community Banks, Inc. Report Third Quarter Earnings
October 23, 2014BLAIRSVILLE, GA – United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”) today reported net income of $17.6 million, or 29 cents per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2014. Earnings…
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Southern First Bank Names Wade Shugart to Executive Team
October 23, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announces the hiring of Mr. Wade Shugart as Executive Vice President and senior lender for…
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The Palmetto Bank Reports Third Quarter Net Income of $2.0 Million
October 22, 2014
Net Loan Growth of $23.9 Million (3.2%) During the Third Quarter Download Full 2Q 2014 The Palmetto Bank Earnings Release with Financial Tables GREENVILLE, SC – Palmetto Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLMT)…
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Southern First Reports Results For Third Quarter Of 2014
October 22, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST) holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to the common shareholders of $1.6 million, or $0.31 per diluted share for…
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Lima One Capital Named Fastest Growing Company in South Carolina
October 22, 2014
Hard money lender’s customer focus and industry leading lending products have driven CEO John Warren to rapidly expand operations to nine states and the District of Columbia. GREENVILLE, SC –…
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BB&T South Carolina President Mike Brenan To Be Honored As Business Leader Of The Year
October 22, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the state’s unified voice of business, announced that its 2014 Business Leader of the Year is Mike Brenan, president of BB&T…
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BB&T South Carolina President Mike Brenan To Be Honored As Business Leader Of The Year
October 22, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the state’s unified voice of business, announced that its 2014 Business Leader of the Year is Mike Brenan, president of BB&T…
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FinTrust Adds Vice President
October 21, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust Investment Advisors announced that Teressa Currier has joined the firm as Vice President of Capital Markets. Currier brings over 30 years of Institutional Fixed Income experience.…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main Announces Extended Skating Season
October 20, 2014Greenville’s Outdoor Ice Skating Rink to Open One Full Week Early GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank Ice on Main is pleased to announce that Greenville’s only outdoor skating rink…
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SC Telco Federal Credit Union Names Four New Branch Managers
October 15, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – SC Telco Federal Credit Union has named Tracey Biggers, Doug Glick, Nicole Martinetti and Donna Smith as branch managers on the credit union’s branch management team. Ms.…
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SC Telco Federal Credit Union Names Four New Branch Managers
October 15, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – SC Telco Federal Credit Union has named Tracey Biggers, Doug Glick, Nicole Martinetti and Donna Smith as branch managers on the credit union’s branch management team. Ms.…
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Santee Cooper announces revenue bond sale
October 10, 2014
MONCKS CORNER, SC – Santee Cooper will offer a revenue bond issue next week of approximately $550 million, with a portion of the 2014CD Series bonds sold through retail outlets…
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Santee Cooper announces revenue bond sale
October 10, 2014
MONCKS CORNER, SC – Santee Cooper will offer a revenue bond issue next week of approximately $550 million, with a portion of the 2014CD Series bonds sold through retail outlets…
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Wagner Wealth Management opens new Anderson office
October 9, 2014
ANDERSON, SC – Wagner Wealth Management will hold the official ribbon cutting later this month for its office in downtown Anderson. The grand re-opening of the Anderson office at 301…
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FinTrust Announces the Addition of John Hirt
October 8, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust Investment Advisors announced that John Hirt has joined the firm. “As Managing Director of Capital Markets, John will be responsible for leading efforts to expand this division of our…
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Greer Community Ministries Receives $1,000 Check from Wells Fargo
October 8, 2014
GREER, SC – Ellen Roberson, right, Meals on Wheels director at Greer Community Ministries, receives a $1,000 check from Phillip Chance, manager at Wells Fargo’s Greer Branch. The check was…
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Mike Gordon and Paul Gordon Join FinTrust Investment Advisors
September 24, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust Investment Advisors announced that Mike Gordon CPA, Paul Gordon, CFP® and Melissa Rogers have joined the firm. FinTrust Partner, Philip Brice stated, “Mike, Paul, and Melissa’s reputations, credentials and longstanding client…
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John Tripoli Receives National Recognition with the Northwestern Mutual Community Service Award
September 23, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – John Tripoli received national recognition for his outstanding service and volunteerism at the Center for Developmental Services (CDS). Tripoli was awarded the national Northwestern Mutual Community Service Award…
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CresCom Bank’s David Morrow Appointed to Clemson University Board of Visitors
September 15, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – David Morrow, the president and CEO of CresCom Bank, has been appointed to the Clemson University Board of Visitors. Morrow is a 1972 graduate of Clemson University and…
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CommunityWorks Federal Credit Union to Promote Financial Capability
September 10, 2014
Affordable Banking Solutions to Help Serve Financially Underserved in Greenville GREENVILLE, SC – More than 200 community leaders and advocates including Mayor Knox White recently gathered to celebrate the grand opening…
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Logan Bagley joins United Community Bank’s Specialized Lending Team
September 8, 2014
SBA business development officer brings 18 years of experience GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank welcomes experienced banker Logan Bagley to its Specialized Lending Team as Vice President, SBA Business Development…
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State Extends Winning Streak
September 5, 2014
SC Earns Prominent Award for Annual Financial Report for 26th Consecutive Year COLUMBIA, SC – Continuing a generation-long streak, S.C. Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom’s office has received a prestigious national financial reporting award…
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Logan Bagley joins United Community Bank’s Specialized Lending Team
September 4, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank welcomes experienced banker Logan Bagley to its Specialized Lending Team as Vice President, SBA Business Development Officer. Bagley will be based in the bank’s Greenville,…
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Logan Bagley joins United Community Bank’s Specialized Lending Team
September 4, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank welcomes experienced banker Logan Bagley to its Specialized Lending Team as Vice President, SBA Business Development Officer. Bagley will be based in the bank’s Greenville,…
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FinTrust Hires Caitlin Lacey
September 3, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust Investment Advisors is pleased to announce the addition of Caitlin Lacey as Marketing and Office Coordinator. Lacey will be responsible for managing the social media and marketing…
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Local Red Cross to Benefit from Greer State Bank Social Media Campaign
August 29, 2014Local Red Cross will receive $2 for each “Like” Greer State Bank receives on its Facebook page GREER, SC – Greer State Bank launches social media campaign to raise…
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Wells Fargo Names Rick Redden Lead Region President for the Carolinas
August 27, 2014
Veteran business, community leader assumes responsibility for 5,100 team members, 460 stores across North Carolina and South Carolina CHARLOTTE, NC – Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) has named…
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United Community Banks Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
August 25, 2014BLAIRSVILLE, GA – United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI), Georgia’s third-largest bank holding company, announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $.03 per…
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Wagner Wealth adds Seneca office
August 19, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Wagner Wealth Management will open its third office in Seneca this week – further expanding the reach of this Upstate firm. “This new office will allow us…
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