HUB Carolinas names Columbia-based Norman Clarke as Carolinas Employee Benefits Chief Sales Officer
September 18, 2025
HUB Carolinas has named Norman Clarke, former President of Clarke & Company, the Region Employee Benefits Chief Sales Officer (CSO). Norman will work closely with the Carolinas Regional Employee Benefits…
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HUB International purchases Midlands-based Clarke & Company Benefits
August 22, 2025
HUB International, a global insurance brokerage and financial services firm, recently announced the purchase of Clarke & Company Benefits. Headquartered in Columbia, this acquisition follows recent Midlands acquisitions of the…
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SC trial attorneys launch national firm as Indexed Universal Life insurance schemes soar across the state
August 6, 2025
Founder Robert Rikard has recovered tens of millions for clients misled by “tax-free retirement” and investment-based insurance schemes surrounding Indexed Universal Life products. South Carolina trial attorneys Robert Rikard and…
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MUSC Health’s contract with Humana Medicare Advantage, Humana Healthy Horizons Medicaid expires June 30
June 30, 2025
As of June 30, MUSC Health’s contract with the Humana Medicare Advantage and Humana Healthy Horizons Medicaid products will end. This termination does not affect patients with Humana Medicare Supplemental…
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Mary Grace Owens joins The Insurance Source
June 26, 2025
The Insurance Source, one of the leading independent brokerages in the Upstate, has brought on Mary Grace Owens as its new First Impressions Specialist. While earning her degree at Converse…
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Farm Bureau Insurance names new agency manager
June 19, 2025
South Carolina Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company (SCFBMIC) has named Jonathan Jeffcoat agency manager for the Richland County office located at 960 George Rogers Blvd. “I’m honored and grateful for…
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Farm Bureau Insurance names new agency manager
June 19, 2025
South Carolina Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company (SCFBMIC) named Bryce Wilkins as the new agency manager for the Richland-Northeast office located at 1038 Wildwood Centre Dr., Suite B. “I’m thrilled to be…
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Local insurance agency ranked #1 for NC and SC, awarded National Summit—The Papay Agency
April 17, 2025
Award Given to Highlight Customer Service, Business Growth, Overall Performance The Papay Agency, proudly located in The Riverwalk Commons shopping center (149 Riverwalk Blvd, Ste 19 Okatie, SC 29936), announced…
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Emily Tarney named to Pacesetter’s Club at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
February 20, 2025
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Emily Tarney, CFP®, a Vice President and Financial Advisor in its Wealth Management office in Columbia, SC has been named to the Firm’s…
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Coldwell Banker Caine names industry veteran Amanda Hamet President
February 18, 2025
Proven leader becomes first woman President in company history Coldwell Banker Caine, the premier provider of full-service real estate in the Upstate, announced that Amanda Hamet has been named President.…
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A Conversation with Joshua Snead, Rainwalk Technology
February 4, 2025
Rainwalk is a Columbia-based startup that provides pet health insurance. Their online platform offers easy and quick claims processing, covers most veterinary bills, and provides end-to-end pet insurance support online.…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia receives $40,000 gift from Combined Insurance to kick off multi-year $100,000 Hospital Hero Partnership
January 30, 2025
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia announced a new multi-year partnership with Combined Insurance, marking the beginning of their role as a Hospital Hero Partner. To commemorate the occasion, Combined…
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Companion Life earns A+ financial strength rating from AM Best for 23rd consecutive year
January 28, 2025
Companion Life Insurance Company announced that it has been awarded an A+ rating by AM Best Company for the 23rd consecutive year. AM Best, the largest independent credit rating agency specializing…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina earns A+ rating from AM Best for 23rd consecutive year
January 22, 2025
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has been awarded an A+ rating from AM Best Company for the 23rd consecutive year. AM Best, a leading global insurance rating and information source, evaluates companies…
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The Insurance Source brings home three SC Best in Business Awards
December 16, 2024
The Upstate’s premier independent insurance brokerage has secured Gold and Silver honors in the 2024 Best in Business Awards. The Insurance Source earned Gold in Best Employee Benefit Broker and…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Guy Furay, The Insurance Source
December 12, 2024
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Governor appoints Rob Tyson to insurance law study committee
October 7, 2024
Gov. Henry McMaster has appointed Rob Tyson, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, to a new study committee set up to conduct a thorough review of South Carolina’s insurance…
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The Insurance Source adds bilingual customer service rep
September 10, 2024
Adriana Fernandez has been hired by The Insurance Source as a Customer Service Representative focused on working with Spanish speaking clients. A native of Venezuela, Fernandez comes to the Insurance…
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The Insurance Source adds First Impressions Specialist
August 29, 2024
The Insurance Source has added Clara Padua Cruz as a First Impressions Specialist. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of Limestone University where she was a three time-Academic All-American in wrestling,…
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Countybanc Insurance’s Tammy Hendrix receives officer appointment
May 30, 2024
Countybanc Insurance announced that Tammy Hendrix has been appointed Assistant Vice President by the Countybanc Insurance Board of Directors. Hendrix has an extensive background in customer service with more than…
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Holloway joins MGC’s Greenville office
April 3, 2024
Law firm McAngus Goudelock & Courie (MGC) to announce the addition of attorney Simone Holloway to their Greenville office, with a practice focused on general liability, premise liability and auto…
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Countybanc Insurance renews focus on life insurance
March 20, 2024
Countybank announced that Kenny Price has joined its insurance division as Personal Lines Sales and Life Consultant. Countybanc Insurance, an entity of Countybank, has been providing exceptional insurance services and…
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Canal Insurance Company appointments Patrick J. Mullen to Board of Directors
March 19, 2024
GREENVILLE, SC – Canal Insurance Company announced the appointment of Patrick J. Mullen to its Board of Directors, effective March 8, 2024. Mr. Mullen is Director of Strategic Capital Partnerships at Arctaris…
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Countybank announces strategic insurance division transitions
February 8, 2024
Countybank announced several strategic transitions within its insurance division. Jennifer Hincapie will transition to Insurance Division Executive, and Rudy Painter will transition to Chief Relationship Officer. “These strategic transitions within…
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Owens Insurance Agency welcomes Beau Trauger as Vice President, Commercial Insurance
January 25, 2024
Owens Insurance Agency, an established independent insurance agency with a 70-plus-year presence in the Upstate, has hired Beau Trauger as Vice President and Commercial Insurance Broker. Trauger brings more than…
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Independent insurance provider Jesse T. Reese Agency joins Turbeville Insurance Agency in strategic merger
January 22, 2024
Turbeville Insurance Agency today announced a merger with Columbia-based Jesse T. Reese Agency. The strategic move between executives Bill Turbeville and Larry Dodson marks a significant milestone in the insurance…
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54th Annual Upstate South Carolina Boat Show returns to Greenville Convention Center January 25-28
January 17, 2024
Start planning for summer at the lake at the 54th Annual Upstate SC Boat Show at the Greenville Convention Center from Thursday, January 25 through Sunday, January 28, 2024. This…
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The Insurance Source named Best Local Insurance Agency by Post and Courier Greenville Readers’ Choice contest
December 20, 2023
The Insurance Source has won Best Local Insurance Agency in the Post and Courier Greenville’s inaugural Readers’ Choice contest. During the voting period, more than 6,000 local Greenville County residents…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina continues investments in BlueScholars at Benedict College and Claflin University
October 10, 2023
In 2022, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina partnered with Benedict College and Claflin University to launch the BlueScholars program. This program aims to expand educational and career opportunities for students…
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Palmetto GBA announces award of the Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies Pricing, Data Analysis and Coding contract
September 5, 2023
Palmetto GBA, LLC has won the task order for providing durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies (DMEPOS) pricing, data analysis and coding (PDAC) services. The Centers for Medicare &…
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Jennifer Hincapie joins Countybank’s Insurance Division
August 29, 2023
Countybank welcomed Jennifer Hincapie as Senior Vice President, Senior Commercial Lines Executive for Countybanc Insurance. Hincapie comes to Countybank with more than 30 years of experience in the insurance industry.…
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Propel welcomes three additions to its Columbia office
August 9, 2023
Propel Insurance, An Alera Group Company, welcomed Wes Dasher, Marian Newman, and Lori Kelly to the Columbia, SC Surety/P&C team. The Dasher team joins Propel bringing over 75 years of…
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Karlyn Jones of Abacus Planning Group passes Certified Financial Planner (TM) Examination
August 4, 2023
Abacus Planning Group, Inc. proudly announces that Karlyn M. Jones has passed the CFP® examination. The CFP® Certification Examination assesses the candidate’s ability to integrate and apply a broad base…
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SCSBIT’s Hinson promoted to assistant director for Risk Control
June 29, 2023
The South Carolina School Boards Insurance Trust’s (SCSBIT) Risk Control Manager Tim Hinson has been named Assistant Director for Risk Control, effective July 1. “Tim’s promotion is SCSBIT’s formal recognition…
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Moore Brings Niche Health Insurance Business to Laurens County
June 26, 2023
Moore Power Insurance launched in January 2023 when owner Laura Moore identified a critical need for affordable insurance and education in several specific health insurance areas. Moore is passionate about…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Michael Wise as Next Director of the S.C. Department of Insurance
April 26, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today nominated Michael Wise to be the next director of the South Carolina Department of Insurance (DOI). Wise has worked at DOI since 2009 and currently serves…
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Donna Nixon joins HUB International as Employee Benefits Strategist
March 22, 2023
Hub International Limited (HUB), a leading full-service global insurance broker, announced today that Donna Nixon joined as an Employee Benefits Strategist. Donna Nixon serves as Senior Vice President, Strategist/Business Development for Employee Benefits…
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Cole Gore joins HUB International as Commercial Lines Advisor
March 22, 2023
Hub International Limited (HUB), a leading full-service global insurance broker, announced today that Cole Gore recently joined as a Commercial Lines Advisor in the Columbia office. Cole’s underwriting and marketing expertise will…
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Angie Ferriell joins HUB International as Commercial Account Executive
March 22, 2023
Hub International Limited (HUB), a leading full-service global insurance broker, announced today that Angie Ferriell has joined HUB as a Strategic Account Executive working primarily on the HUB Carolinas Healthcare Practice Team.…
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Drew Stevens named ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni’
February 27, 2023
Drew Stevens was just selected as the 2023 ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni Award’ recipient. He’s a Certified Financial Planner with Northwestern Mutual and a partner in the G3 Wealth…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina continues to rank among Forbes’ best large employers
February 24, 2023
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has been recognized again by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers. BlueCross President and CEO Michael J. Mizeur says this year’s ranking highlights…
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Emily Tarney, CFP® named to Pacesetter’s Club at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
February 7, 2023
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Emily Tarney, CFP®, a Financial Advisor with The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group in Columbia has been named to the Firm’s Pacesetter’s Club,…
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Seibels appoints Laura M. Spells to Chief Financial Officer
February 2, 2023
Seibels, a leading service provider to the property and casualty insurance industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura M. Spells to Chief Financial Officer. Previously, Ms. Spells served…
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Companion Life earns A+ Ffnancial strength rating for the 21st consecutive year
January 12, 2023
AM Best has recognized Companion Life Insurance Company once again with a rating of A+. AM Best is the largest independent credit rating agency in the world and specializes in…
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Owens Insurance Agency celebrates 70 years in business
December 7, 2022
As 2022 comes to a close, Owens Insurance Agency, an independent insurance agency serving the Upstate and beyond, is wrapping up a year-long anniversary celebration marking 70 years in business.…
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Combined Insurance
November 30, 2022
Combined Insurance Company of America is a Chubb company and a leading provider of supplemental accident, health, disability, and life insurance products sold to employees at the worksite and directly…
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Combined Insurance opens new regional office in South Carolina
November 17, 2022
Combined Insurance Company of America, a Chubb company and a leading North American provider of supplemental insurance sold to employees at the worksite and directly to individuals, announced today that…
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Canal Insurance Company promotes Christopher Greene to Chief Operating Officer
November 16, 2022
Mr. Paul Brocklebank, President and Chief Executive Officer of Canal Insurance Company, announced that the Board of Directors has approved the promotion of Mr. Christopher Greene to Sr. Vice President…
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Rankin Insurance Services, LLC – Serving Laurens County & Upstate
August 31, 2022
Luke Rankin, Laurens County Councilman and community leader, has formed his own insurance business – Rankin Insurance Services, LLC. Having served in the financial industry for over five years, Rankin…
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Emily Tarney named Insurance Planning Director
August 25, 2022
Morgan Stanley announced that Emily Tarney, a Financial Advisor in the firm’s Columbia office has completed the Firm’s Insurance Accreditation Program and now holds the Insurance Planning Director (IPD) designation.…
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