Aflac grant to aid Mission Lexington
January 8, 2020
A grant has been awarded to Mission Lexington by Aflac, housed at Central Carolina Community Foundation. It will fund a new project, “Operation Splish Splash” to provide hygiene products to…
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Allstar Financial Group hires PR veteran to expand corporate responsibility program
January 8, 2020
Cathy Cobbs, who has more than 25 years of experience in the fields of journalism, public relations, and community engagement, has joined the Allstar advertising division as its Public Relations…
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Lee Palms named HUB Carolinas business development leader
January 8, 2020
HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the fifth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that Lee Palms has been named the business development leader for Upstate South…
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The Insurance Source and BCBSSC hosting open house – December 10
December 5, 2019
The Insurance Source and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina are hosting a special event next week for people looking for more information on open enrollment period for healthcare. This event…
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Debra Morillo joins HUB Carolinas as personal insurance advisor
December 4, 2019
HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the fifth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that Debra Morillo has joined as a personal insurance advisor in Charleston, S.C.…
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South Risk Management named to FCCI’s Chairman’s Club
December 1, 2019
FCCI Insurance Group has named South Risk Management to its Chairman’s Club, marking it as one of the insurer’s top agency partners. FCCI works through independent agents such as those…
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South Risk again named one of 40 fastest-growing companies in SC
October 7, 2019For the second year in a row, South Risk Management has been named one of South Carolina’s 40 fastest-growing companies by SC Biz News. Twenty large companies and 20 small…
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Cathy Jansen joins HUB Carolinas as commercial insurance advisor
October 1, 2019
HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the fifth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that Cathy Jansen has joined HUB Carolinas as a commercial insurance advisor in…
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Colonial Life launches new whole life coverage
September 23, 2019
Many people just think of life insurance as something useful when there’s a death. But Colonial Life’s new individual whole life insurance coverage announced today has the flexibility to provide…
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The Insurance Source adds Service and Renewal Rep
September 17, 2019
Industry veteran Wendy Bellert has joined The Insurance Source as a Service and Renewal Representative. An Ohio native, Bellert is a graduate of Capital University and is an active volunteer…
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USI Insurance Services leases in Mount Pleasant, SC
September 16, 2019
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Charleston area: USI Insurance Services, LLC leased 7,328 square feet of office space at 235 Magrath Darby…
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Colonial Life sponsors Innovation Challenge for juniors, seniors attending HBCUs
September 9, 2019
Colonial Life, a leader in worksite benefits, and The Company Lab are partnering to host the 2019 Historically Black Colleges and Universities Innovation Challenge. The challenge invites juniors and seniors…
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Countybank unveils refreshed company website
September 8, 2019
Countybank is proud to launch its new website, providing a more comprehensive and user-friendly experience for online visitors. To experience Countybank’s revamped website, visit www.ecountybank.com. “Our new website better represents…
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Wade Pfau, renowned retirement income expert, to speak at the FPA of South Carolina annual symposium
September 6, 2019
The Financial Planning Association of South Carolina announced today that Wade Pfau, Ph.D., CFP, will speak at their annual symposium and sponsor expo being held on Thursday, October 10 and…
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Ad Boyle becomes director of Employee Benefits at South Risk Management
August 12, 2019
South Risk Management announced that Ad Boyle was recently named director of the company’s Employee Benefits division. With this designation, he will be responsible for the strategic direction of this…
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Colonial Life names new vice president of claims, contact center and account services
August 12, 2019
Charlene Glidden has been named vice president of claims, contact center and account services at Colonial Life. In this role, she is responsible for premium and billing, account and policyholder…
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Colonial Life program sends educators back to class
July 29, 2019There are 24 educators participating in the 2019-20 Education Leaders Experience. Educators from across the Midlands are heading back to class this year as part of a program from Colonial…
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Aflac awards $125K in grants to SC nonprofits
July 18, 2019Aflac is granting $125,000 to 17 local nonprofits working on projects that support health & well-being, education, and community development programs. The selected organizations and their projects are: Autism Academy…
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Colonial Life parent named a best place to work for women
July 2, 2019
Colonial Life’s parent company has been recognized as one of America’s Best Employers for Women by Forbes. The ranking is based on an independent survey from a sample of 60,000…
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BlueCross and BlueChoice® receive customer service awards
May 7, 2019
For the sixth year in a row, the customer service advocates (CSAs) of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice® HealthPlan have received recognition for providing superior service to the…
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CyberSC to present Annual Awards for Cyber Excellence at 3rd Annual Cybersecurity Summit in Greenville on May 16th
May 6, 2019CyberSC announced the recipients of the 2019 CyberSC Awards for Cyber Excellence. Award recipients in three categories – Industry, Government, and Academia – will be recognized at the SC Chamber…
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KeyMark hosts inaugural Insights intelligent automation conference
May 1, 2019
KeyMark, Inc., a leading reseller of intelligent automation solutions, will be hosting its first-ever intelligent automation conference, called Insights, on May 15, 2019 in downtown Greenville, SC. The conference will…
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Theodore & Associates Insurance choose United Way of the Midlands as its “Commit to Cola” charity of the quarter
April 24, 2019
Theodore & Associates announced donations from its quarterly referral program “Commit to Cola” will support United Way of the Midlands. “We are thrilled to be supporting United Way’s incredible mission…
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Dovetail Insurance
April 23, 2019
We are Dovetail – the insurance specialists with technology on our side. Dovetail’s leading quote, bind and issue platform for small commercial policies streamlines business and helps you work smarter.…
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Michael Ferber named CEO of Dovetail Insurance
April 23, 2019
Dovetail Insurance, an InsurTech company that serves independent agents providing small commercial insurance, today announced the appointment of Michael Ferber as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Dovetail is a member of Victor,…
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Colonial Life recognizes top customer service employees
March 21, 2019Fifty-one Columbia-based employees of Colonial Life and Unum were recently recognized for superior customer service. The group selected for the company’s prestigious Aspire program was chosen from more than…
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Brenda Dominy joins South Risk Management’s service team
March 11, 2019
Brenda Dominy has joined South Risk Management as an account manager in the Property and Casualty division. Formerly with Willis Towers Watson, Brenda specialized in serving large, complex construction entities.…
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Colonial Life names new vice president of marketing
February 27, 2019
Carolyn Ewing-Turner has taken on the role of vice president of marketing at Colonial Life. In her new role, Ewing-Turner will drive Colonial Life marketing strategy to address business needs…
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David M. Gilston Insurance Agency, Inc. announces new leadership roles
February 26, 2019David M. Gilston Insurance Agency, Inc.,with offices in Charleston, Columbia and Greenville, S.C., announced several key leadership changes effective February 1. President | Tom Swayne, RHU, CLU, CASL, REBC, FLMI,…
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Applications now open for iTs|SC’s Leadership Insurance program
February 25, 2019iTs|SC, Columbia’s Insurance Technology & Services Cluster, has opened applications for the 2019 class of its signature Leadership Insurance program. The program – now entering its sixth year – exists…
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Applications now open for iTs|SC’s Leadership Insurance program
February 25, 2019
iTs|SC, Columbia’s Insurance Technology & Services Cluster, has opened applications for the 2019 class of its signature Leadership Insurance program. The program – now entering its sixth year – exists…
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HUB Carolinas announces Suzanne Flynn as Client Services Consultant
February 19, 2019Insurance brokerage in the Southeast adds talent to manage relationships across Carolinas HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that…
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HUB Carolinas announces Suzanne Flynn as Client Services Consultant
February 19, 2019
Insurance brokerage in the Southeast adds talent to manage relationships across Carolinas HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that…
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Henry Haitz joins HUB Carolinas Insurance Brokerage as Charleston market leader
February 13, 2019
Former publisher of The State newspaper joins prominent Southeast insurance brokerage HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that Henry…
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Guy Furay selected into Healthcare.gov’s 2019 Elite Circle of Champions
February 4, 2019Upstate insurance leader, Guy Furay, has been selected as one of Healthcare.gov’s 2019 Elite Circle of Champions. The national recognition is awarded to insurance brokers who have helped more than…
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Guy Furay selected into Healthcare.gov’s 2019 Elite Circle of Champions
February 4, 2019Upstate insurance leader, Guy Furay, has been selected as one of Healthcare.gov’s 2019 Elite Circle of Champions. The national recognition is awarded to insurance brokers who have helped more than…
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HUB Carolinas announces Cord Love as new advisor in Greenville office
February 1, 2019HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that Cord Love has been promoted to advisor in its Greenville office. Most…
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HUB Carolinas announces Cord Love as new advisor in Greenville office
February 1, 2019
HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced that Cord Love has been promoted to advisor in its Greenville office. Most…
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Colonial Life celebrates King’s legacy through volunteerism
January 28, 2019
More than 60 employees took time out of their work week to strengthen the community. Colonial Life employees honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by participating in…
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HUB Carolinas Insurance Brokerage announces Tim Smith as new Chief Sales Officer
January 23, 2019
HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced the naming of Tim Smith as Chief Sales Officer for the Carolinas region.…
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HUB Carolinas Insurance Brokerage announces Kevin Williams as commercial insurance advisor
January 23, 2019
HUB Carolinas, a region of HUB International, the sixth largest insurance brokerage in the world, recently announced the naming of Kevin Williams as a commercial insurance advisor in its Charleston…
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Companion Life awarded 17th consecutive A+ rating from A.M. Best
January 11, 2019
A.M. Best Company, which describes itself as the world’s oldest and most influential insurance rating and information source, designated Companion Life Insurance Co., (including its subsidiaries Niagara Life and Health…
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Turbeville Insurance Agency recognized for third consecutive year in 2018 Grant Thornton South Carolina 100™
December 19, 2018
Turbeville Insurance Agency has been named to the 2018 Grant Thornton South Carolina 100™ (SC100), which ranks the state’s largest private companies by revenue. The complete list was released in…
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BlueCross employees volunteered 18,000 hours in 2018
December 19, 2018
In 2018, nearly 6,000 BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina employees logged 18,000 volunteer hours in support of established nonprofits, which translates into $444,420 in monetary value according to Independent Sector,…
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Colonial Life employees finish annual United Way Campaign with outstanding results
December 10, 2018Colonial Life and its employees, valued long-time supporters of United Way of the Midlands, completed their 2018 United Way campaign raising more than $388,000. “Because of their strong commitment to…
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Colonial Life employees finish annual United Way Campaign with outstanding results
December 10, 2018
Colonial Life and its employees, valued long-time supporters of United Way of the Midlands, completed their 2018 United Way campaign raising more than $388,000. “Because of their strong commitment to…
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Ann Begnaud joins HUB Carolinas Insurance Brokerage as new personal lines practice leader
December 7, 2018
HUB Carolinas — one of the most prominent insurance, risk services and employee benefits firms in the Carolinas headquartered in Columbia, S.C. — recently announced that Ann Begnaud has joined…
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Ann Begnaud joins HUB Carolinas Insurance Brokerage as new personal lines practice leader
December 6, 2018HUB Carolinas — one of the most prominent insurance, risk services and employee benefits firms in the Carolinas headquartered in Columbia, S.C. — recently announced that Ann Begnaud has joined…
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iTs|SC hosts industry leaders for “Cybersecurity & Insurance” panel discussion
December 5, 2018iTs|SC, Columbia’s Insurance Technology & Services Cluster, will host a panel discussion on Cybersecurity & Insurance on Friday, December 7 from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. as part of its Executive…
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iTs|SC hosts industry leaders for “Cybersecurity & Insurance” panel discussion
December 5, 2018
iTs|SC, Columbia’s Insurance Technology & Services Cluster, will host a panel discussion on Cybersecurity & Insurance on Friday, December 7 from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. as part of its Executive…
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