Infinity promotes Erica Gregory to Director, Web Performance
September 22, 2026
Infinity Marketing, a strategic and client-focused integrated marketing agency, announced the promotion of Erica Gregory to Director, Web Performance. “Erica has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion…
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NP Strategy expands footprint opening a Greenville office
September 17, 2026
NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media, and public relations assistance, announced its expansion today with the opening of an office in Greenville, South Carolina. To lead Upstate…
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The Inside-Out Effect: How Internal Communication Breakdowns Shatter Your External Brand
September 16, 2026
By Chelsea Bennett Founder and CEO of Ivey Palmer PR When executive leadership teams discuss brand reputation, the conversation almost immediately pivots to marketing budgets, public relations strategies, and customer…
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Legendary Exits selects JDPR as agency-of-record
September 15, 2026
JDPR to provide strategic communication support for the Greenville-based exit planning advisory firm. Legendary Exits, a Greenville-based exit planning and growth advisory firm for business owners, has named strategic marketing-communications…
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KVH Collective to host “Spill the Tea” event featuring Upstate women leaders
September 15, 2026
The KVH Collective will host Spill the Tea, an evening of networking and conversation on Friday, October 9, from 4–7 p.m. at Seratonic in Greenville. Spill the Tea will feature…
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United Way of Greenville County selects JDPR as Agency-of-Record
September 8, 2026
JDPR announced its partnership with United Way of Greenville County, a Greenville nonprofit organization working to strengthen the systems families rely on to build stability and increase opportunity. Through this…
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JDPR continues growth with promotion and the addition of two team members
September 2, 2026
Grace Daughtry promoted; Troy Dassing and MaKayla Renner bring their talents to JDPR. Leading strategic marketing-communications agency JDPR continues an upward climb as they expand the team with a well-deserved…
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JumboMax Golf Grips selects JDPR as public relations agency-of-record
August 31, 2026
Independent strategic communications agency expands golf brand portfolio with JumboMax partnership. JumboMax Golf Grips, the industry leader in golf grip innovation, has named independent strategic communications agency JDPR as its…
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Treasurer Loftis shatters record with more than $52 million in Unclaimed Property returned
August 27, 2026
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that South Carolina’s Unclaimed Property Program had a record-breaking year, with the State Treasurer’s Office returning more than $52 million in unclaimed property. “This…
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Greenville Symphony expands marketing team with two new hires
August 26, 2026
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra has expanded its marketing team, welcoming Caitlin Lingle as Director of Marketing & Audience Engagement and Danielle Parks as Marketing & Digital Content Associate. Together, Lingle…
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Kamya Brooks joins Ivey Palmer PR as Project & Operations Coordinator
August 18, 2026
Ivey Palmer PR has welcomed Kamya Brooks as Project & Operations Coordinator, where she will support project coordination, internal operations and client service as the agency continues to expand. Brooks…
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Jazlyn Gallishaw joins Ivey Palmer PR as Digital Content Strategist
August 18, 2026
Ivey Palmer PR has welcomed Jazlyn Gallishaw as Digital Content Strategist. In this role, Gallishaw will lead digital communications, content development and social media strategy for the agency and its…
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A Conversation with Holly Rollins, 10x Digital
August 12, 2026
The way people search for businesses is changing quickly, with more consumers and decision-makers turning to AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Perplexity for answers and recommendations. That…
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JDPR announces three new Summer 2026 EMAP interns and the return of former cohort member
August 5, 2026Leading strategic marketing-communications agency JDPR welcomed their newest cohort of Executive Management Assistance Program (EMAP) interns to the team, as well as extend a warm welcome back to a former…
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The Hidden Tax of Inconsistent Communication: Why great organizations get overlooked
August 5, 2026
By Chelsea Bennett, Founder and CEO of Ivey Palmer PR Great organizations rarely fail because of a flawed product, a weak mission, or incompetent leadership. They fail because they suffer…
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Digital Growth Pros, LLC
July 30, 2026
Digital Growth Pros, LLC is a results-driven Digital Marketing Agency helping businesses increase online visibility, generate qualified leads, and build long-term growth. Our services include SEO, Local SEO, AI Visibility,…
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JDPR elevates tenured team member and welcomes new talent
July 22, 2026
Wendy Henry promoted to senior director of content innovation and earned media; Liz Maly joins as head of paid media. Leading strategic marketing-communications agency JDPR continues to strengthen and expand…
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Marketing and Events Manager
July 13, 2026
Sustain SC is a statewide nonprofit that exists to build and grow a more sustainable South Carolina at the intersection of commerce and conservation. As an organization, we help businesses…
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Five key things to consider when planning an event
July 13, 2026
By Leah Stoudenmire Lawson We are now halfway through 2026, and 2027 will be here before we know it. As companies begin to outline their budgets for the next year,…
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JDPR announces new era with agency veteran Matt Lochel named president & CEO
July 10, 2026
Full-service mar-comm agency honors its 35-year legacy while embracing the future. Leading strategic marketing-communications agency JDPR – which represents clients such as Verizon, Cobra Puma Golf and Bridgestone Golf – …
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JDPR promotes Raine Riley to VP Strategy & Client Service
July 9, 2026
Riley will oversee strategic planning and client service at the Greenville, SC-based marketing communications agency. Leading strategic marketing-communications agency JDPR has promoted Raine Riley to VP strategy and client service,…
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Decoding complexity: BECK Digital celebrates 10 years with launch of ‘AI Shadow Site’ technology
July 5, 2026
A decade after spinning off as a specialized tech agency, BECK Digital introduces proprietary Large Language Model (LLM) optimization tools, moving enterprise clients past SEO and into the Answer Engine…
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Levi named 2026 ACEC-SC Young Professional of the Year
June 30, 2026
The American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC) has named Julia Levi of Carolina Transportation Engineers & Associates (CarolinaTEA) as its 2026 Young Professional of the Year. The…
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Take the 7th inning stretch at Upcountry History Museum with “Picturing America’s Pastime” Exhibit
June 26, 2026
“Take me out to the…Museum?” Yes, step into the 7th inning stretch with “Picturing America’s Pastime” and explore the grandeur of the early game through the vibrancy of today’s big-league…
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BECK Digital, Inc.
June 16, 2026
BECK Digital is an award-winning web design agency in Greenville, South Carolina. Trusted by global brands, we deliver world-class digital marketing solutions with dedicated, local service. After building and scaling…
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How to ensure press coverage at your event
June 15, 2026
Hannah Wade Manager at NP Strategy No RSVPs? No Problem. Journalists have less time to spend on stories as resource pressures are reshaping newsrooms. Nearly half of surveyed journalists cited…
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New Peanuts exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores origins of beloved Franklin character
June 11, 2026On July 31, 1968, Charlie Brown made a new friend, and the Peanuts comic strip made history as that new friend, Franklin, became the first Black character in this popular…
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Hayden Ponder joins Colliers as Marketing Assistant in Greenville
June 1, 2026
Greenville native and recent Anderson University graduate joins Colliers | South Carolina Colliers | South Carolina announced the addition of Hayden Ponder as Marketing Assistant in its Greenville office. In…
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SJWD Water District earns award of excellence for Mid-Century Waterworks Educational Series
May 27, 2026
The Startex-Jackson-Wellford-Duncan (SJWD) Water District announced it has received the Award of Excellence in the 32nd Annual Communicator Awards from the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts (AIVA) for its…
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Is your content strategy masking a messaging problem?
May 22, 2026
By Chelsea Bennett, Founder and CEO of Ivey Palmer PR For decades, early-stage founders have operated under a simple assumption: if a business is not growing, the problem is visibility.…
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Celebrating 25 years of expanding opportunity in Greenville
May 22, 2026
By Tony McDade Board Chair Hollingsworth Funds on behalf of the entire board and staff at Hollingsworth Funds Twenty-five years ago, Greenville received an extraordinary gift, one that continues…
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10X Digital announces new client Clarity Financial Solutions
May 20, 2026
10X Digital, a leading digital marketing and public relations agency announced a new partnership with Greenville-based Clarity Financial Solutions, a trusted financial services firm dedicated to helping individuals and families…
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Chernoff Newman earns multiple honors at 2025 SCPRSA Mercury Awards
May 19, 2026
Chernoff Newman garnered multiple honors at the South Carolina Public Relations Society of America (SCPRSA) Mercury Awards, held April 15, 2026, at Segra Park in Columbia. The Mercury Awards celebrate…
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Colliers | South Carolina announces Marketing team promotions in Spartanburg and Greenville
May 11, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced the promotions of marketing team members Brittany Anderson, Clara Ruth West, Carson Burgess and Megan Medley. Brittany Anderson has been promoted to Senior Marketing Coordinator…
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Ivey Palmer PR earns Best in Show at SCPRSA Mercury Awards in debut campaign
May 8, 2026
Ivey Palmer PR, a South Carolina-based public relations agency, has earned the prestigious Best in Show honor at the Mercury Awards, marking a major milestone for the firm in its…
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JDPR announces new era with agency veteran Matt Lochel named president & CEO
May 7, 2026
Full-service mar-comm agency honors its 35-year legacy while embracing the future. Leading strategic marketing-communications agency JDPR – which represents clients such as Verizon, Cobra Puma Golf and Bridgestone Golf –…
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Is your client’s content GEO-ready?
May 7, 2026
Jeff Reeves Manager at NP Strategy For decades, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) dominated the rules of how content was discovered online. But now, as AI chatbots replace traditional search, a…
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American Revolution Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum takes you from front lines to home fronts
April 24, 2026
From 1775-1783, Patriots and Loyalists engaged in ongoing skirmishes and all-out battles as the American Revolution spread throughout the 13 Colonies until the tide of war turned in favor of…
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Lonza Capsugel donates $50,000 to expand autism services in Greenwood
April 22, 2026
Lonza Capsugel has donated $50,000 to Project Hope Foundation to support the development and expansion of local autism services. A check presentation took place at the site of Project Hope’s…
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TCMU Guest Services Manager named 2026 Upcountry Hospitality Employee of the Year
April 22, 2026
Taylor Patterson, Guest Services Manager at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, has been named the 2026 Upcountry Hospitality Employee of the Year for her ability to turn everyday guest…
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YMCA of Greenville celebrates 150 years of serving Greenville County
April 16, 2026The YMCA of Greenville officially commemorates its 150th anniversary, marking a sesquicentennial of service to the people of Greenville County. What began on April 16, 1876, when an interdenominational committee…
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The new rules of reputation management
April 13, 2026
Public relations is changing. For years, many people thought of PR as media coverage, announcements and visibility. Those things still matter, but they are no longer enough. Today, public relations…
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Reels Reels brings new films and sessions to Greenville this week
March 22, 2026
With 85 amazing independent films being show over three days in fantastic downtown setting, what more could film fans wants? How about a series of free educational sessions that take…
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South Carolina women kick off support for women’s suffrage monument in Washington, D.C.
March 3, 2026
Three well-known business leaders in South Carolina are joining a national movement to fill a void on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.- a monument honoring women who led the…
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FUEL selects Ballet Greenville as 1H26 grant recipient
March 2, 2026
FUEL – a Greenville, S.C.-based brand-building agency – announced that it has selected Ballet Greenville as the FUEL for Good Grant recipient for 1H 2026. The organization’s mission is to…
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10X Digital and Student Housing Insight announce strategic partnership to support growth of student housing operators
February 18, 2026
10X Digital, a full-service digital marketing agency with deep experience in the student housing sector, announced a strategic partnership with Student Housing Insight (SHI), a leading media, events and business…
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South Carolina Power Team welcomes Meredith Atkinson as Director of Communications
February 3, 2026
The South Carolina Power Team announced the addition of Meredith Atkinson as Director of Communications. In this role, Meredith will oversee the organization’s strategic communications and marketing initiatives, playing a…
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Original artwork, nostalgic displays highlight arrival of Bugs Bunny and friends at Upcountry History Museum
January 28, 2026
On Saturday morning, January 31, 2026, Bugs Bunny, Road Runner, Tweety Bird, and Sylvester won’t just be cartoons on your television screen, they and fellow Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies…
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Kate White Little Communications
January 22, 2026Kate White Little Communications provides public relations services rooted in experience, creativity, and collaboration. As a strategic communications partner, we craft compelling narratives that captivate today and resonate tomorrow.
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Communications Manager
January 13, 2026
Upstate International seeks to add a Communications Manager with creative and enthusiastic experience in public relations, marketing, member relations, and more. Contact the interim executive director for information.
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