Amick Joins South State Bank

  January 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – South State Bank announced that Susan Paget Amick has been named commercial lender for its Lexington and Columbia markets. “Susan brings a wealth of experience and contacts to…

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Security Federal Bank Groundbreaking in Irmo, SC

  January 15, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Security Federal Bank is pleased to announce that a groundbreaking ceremony was held on January, 15th for their newest branch in Irmo, S.C. The new location, scheduled…

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How South Carolinians Go From No Money to Know Money

  January 13, 2015

Local Nonprofit Aims to Eradicate Financial Illiteracy in the Palmetto State COLUMBIA, SC – Not unlike many millenials, 27-year-old Steven Hughes made every money mistake imaginable in his college days at…

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Al Cannon and Carter Hall Receive their CFP® Certification

  January 12, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Al Cannon and Carter Hall of Nachman Norwood & Parrott received their CFP® (Certified Financial Planner™) certification. A CFP® certification is a professional designation that is the standard…

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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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AgFirst Receives Award for Workflow Application

  January 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – AgFirst Farm Credit Bank was announced as the winner of an Award of Excellence in Business Process Management (BPM) and Workflow at a conference of the Workflow…

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Mozingo Joins AgFirst Farm Credit Bank

  January 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Padgett S. Mozingo, APR has joined AgFirst Farm Credit Bank as manager of creative services and communications. Mozingo will oversee web development initiatives, communication and branding initiatives, and…

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Goal Setting:  Planning  for Success in 2015

  January 5, 2015

By Aaron E. Graham   This time of year, everyone makes lists of New Year’s resolutions.  Effective goal-setting is just as important as creating a list of goals.  Whether your…

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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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CresCom Bank Completes 13 Branch Acquisition

  December 15, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – CresCom Bank, the wholly owned bank subsidiary of Carolina Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CARO), announced that it has completed its acquisition of 13 branches from First Community Bank…

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Wallick Investments, LLC awarded 4-star Morningstar RatingTM

  December 9, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Wallick Investments, SC-based RIA firm, is proud to announce Morningstar®, a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia (www.corporate.morningstar.com), has awarded…

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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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BNC Bancorp Completes Merger With Harbor Bank Group, Inc.

  December 1, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – BNC Bancorp (NASDAQ: BNCN), the parent company of Bank of North Carolina (“BNC” or “the Bank”), announced the successful completion of its merger with Harbor Bank Group, Inc. (“Harbor”),…

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Vince Pace Joins First Citizens’ Agricultural Banking Team

  November 18, 2014

MARION, SC – First Citizens today announced that Vince Pace has joined the company’s Agricultural Lending Group as Relationship Manager for Marion, Horry, Georgetown, Williamsburg and Clarendon counties. In his…

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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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NBSC Names Green to Board of Directors

  November 12, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announces the appointment of Toya Hampton Green to its SC Board of Directors. Toya is Special Counsel at Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd,…

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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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Tech Veteran Steve Swanson Joins SnapCap as Strategic Investor

  November 10, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – SnapCap, a web-based alternative finance company based in Charleston, announced today that Automated Trading Desk Cofounder Steve Swanson will serve as a strategic investor in the expansion…

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CresCom Bank Welcomes Three New Team Members this November

  November 10, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – This month, CresCom welcomes three new team members to its Lowcountry branches and Operations Department, including Nicole McDermott, Amy Loftin and Wendy Carter. After serving as a…

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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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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, 2014

Friday, 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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