ReWa adds Thompson to its Board
November 1, 2017
Clint Thompson has been appointed by the Governor of South Carolina to serve on the Renewable Water Resources Board of Commissioners. A Pawley’s Island native, Thompson resides in Greenville with…
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BANDWAGON to compete at StartUp Runway for $10,000 investment
November 1, 2017
BANDWAGON has been selected as one of nine startups from across the southeast to compete for a $10,000 prize in Atlanta’s StartUp Runway pitch competition on Thursday, November 2. StartUp…
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Flourish recognized with nine MarCom Awards
November 1, 2017
Flourish’s 2017 client work was honored with nine MarCom Awards, including one platinum award, three gold awards and five honorable mentions. “We are excited for our clients and honored to…
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Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey, LLC recognized among the Best Law Firms in America®
November 1, 2017
Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey, LLC is ranked as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News—Best Lawyers in America’s 2018 Edition. The firm is honored with a Metropolitan Tier One ranking…
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Flagship Properties represents commercial real estate transactions
November 1, 2017Benji Smith, President / Broker-In-Charge; Josh Tew, Vice President; and Caldwell Johnston, Commercial Agent at Flagship Properties in Greenville, SC, recently represented the following real estate transactions: • Benji Smith…
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Ogletree Deakins named a “Law Firm of the Year” for seventh consecutive year
November 1, 2017
In addition, the firm’s South Carolina offices earned twelve metropolitan “First Tier” practice area rankings Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased…
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CAB Financial Corporation reports third quarter 2017 results of Carolina Alliance Bank
October 31, 2017
SPARTANBURG, SC – CAB Financial Corporation reported third quarter 2017 financial results of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Carolina Alliance Bank. The Corporation became the holding company of the Bank on October…
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Ophthalmologists warn of five frightening risks of wearing contact lenses without a prescription
October 31, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology share patient stories, urge Halloween revelers to avoid over-the-counter lenses Zombie or devil contact lenses may elevate a…
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David Grabosky joins A. T. LOCKE as Accounting Analyst
October 31, 2017A. T. LOCKE, a full-service accounting management company based in Greenville, SC, announced David Grabosky has joined the company as Accounting Analyst. Grabosky brings eight years of experience in the…
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Greenville Chamber’s ATHENA Leadership Symposium to promote women’s leadership November 14th
October 31, 2017
The Greenville Chamber’s sixth annual ATHENA Leadership Symposium, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 from 11:30am to 1:00pm at TD Convention…
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Milliken announced as “Legends” Award winner
October 31, 2017
Iconic Sports Moment, Taste of the State, and More to be Announced at SC Branded Awards The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Brand Leader, will present…
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Kristey Stewart elected as NAWIC South Atlantic Region Director for 2017-2019
October 31, 2017
The Durham Chapter of National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) announced the appointment of one of the Chapter’s members as the 2017-2019 National Association of Women in Construction South…
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KB Biotech Solutions launching new Dillon County operations
October 31, 2017
$12 Million Investment To Create 100 New Jobs KB Biotech Solutions, a venture of Chinese-based Anhui Chem-bright Bioengineering Co. Ltd., is launching new manufacturing operations in Dillon County. The $12…
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Colliers International Dealmakers: Who’s selling, leasing and investing in South Carolina this week
October 31, 2017
Colliers International in South Carolina announced the following commercial real estate transactions: Charleston, SC Hagood S. Morrison, Daniel Pellegrino and Seth Clark represented Lat Purser & Associates in the sale…
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Ophthalmologists warn of five frightening risks of wearing contact lenses without a prescription
October 31, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology share patient stories, urge Halloween revelers to avoid over-the-counter lenses Zombie or devil contact lenses may elevate a…
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TreesGreenville selected to partner with TD Tree Day to plant trees
October 30, 2017TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®,selected TreesGreenville to participate in TD Tree Days, a community-based program that expands urban forests and green spaces in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods. On…
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Greg Norris joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Spartanburg
October 30, 2017
SPARTANBURG, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Greg Norris as a residential sales agent to its Spartanburg office. Greg joins Coldwell Banker Caine with previous real estate experience, most recently with…
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Champion Aerospace gift benefits Aircraft Maintenance Technology students at Greenville Technical College
October 30, 2017Presenting a donation to the Greenville Tech Foundation are Tom Fleetwood (far left) and Ross Hartney (second from right) of Champion Aerospace. Receiving the donation are Greenville Technical College…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney appointed topic and article editor of Franchise Law Journal
October 30, 2017
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced that attorney Emily I. Bridges has been selected as topic and article editor of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Franchise Law Journal. Her term began…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney appointed topic and article editor of Franchise Law Journal
October 30, 2017
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced that attorney Emily I. Bridges has been selected as topic and article editor of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Franchise Law Journal. Her term began…
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Venus Poe receives AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell
October 27, 2017For the sixth consecutive year, personal injury attorney Venus Poe, partner and founder of Venus Poe, PA, has been recognized with an AV-level peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell. “I strive…
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CBRE Capital Markets arranges $9.67 million in non-recourse permanent financing for The Summits Apartments in Graniteville, SC
October 27, 2017CBRE Capital Markets has secured $9.67 million for the refinance of The Summits Apartments, a garden-style multifamily project consisting of 120 market-rate units in Graniteville, SC. The loan is being…
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CBRE Capital Markets arranges $9.67 million in non-recourse permanent financing for The Summits Apartments in Graniteville, SC
October 27, 2017CBRE Capital Markets has secured $9.67 million for the refinance of The Summits Apartments, a garden-style multifamily project consisting of 120 market-rate units in Graniteville, SC. The loan is being…
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Venus Poe receives AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell
October 27, 2017For the sixth consecutive year, personal injury attorney Venus Poe, partner and founder of Venus Poe, PA, has been recognized with an AV-level peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell. “I strive…
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Wells Fargo Foundation donates to Greenville Technical College
October 26, 2017The Wells Fargo Foundation announced today a $15,000 donation to the Greenville Tech Foundation. The donation will be used to support scholarships for students enrolled in Quick Jobs with a…
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SC Chamber announces 2017 Business Leader, Public Servant, and Sgt. William Jasper Freedom Award Winners
October 26, 2017
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced honorees for the 2017 Business Leader of the Year, Public Servant of the Year, and the Sgt. William Jasper Freedom Award. Business Leader of…
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Habitat Greenville named 2017 EarthCraft Builder of the Year
October 26, 2017
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County has been named the 2017 EarthCraft Builder of the Year by Southface and the Greater Atlanta Homebuilder’s Association. The EarthCraft Builder of the Year…
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Office asking rates reach historic high while industrial vacancy rate hits historic low in Greenville-Spartanburg
October 26, 2017
CBRE Research has released the Q3 2017 data on the office and industrial commercial real estate markets in Greenville-Spartanburg. For the third consecutive quarter, the Greenville-Spartanburg office market has experienced…
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Office asking rates reach historic high while industrial vacancy rate hits historic low in Greenville-Spartanburg
October 26, 2017
CBRE Research has released the Q3 2017 data on the office and industrial commercial real estate markets in Greenville-Spartanburg. For the third consecutive quarter, the Greenville-Spartanburg office market has experienced…
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Habitat Greenville named 2017 EarthCraft Builder of the Year
October 26, 2017
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County has been named the 2017 EarthCraft Builder of the Year by Southface and the Greater Atlanta Homebuilder’s Association. The EarthCraft Builder of the Year…
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Middle Tyger Community Center receives Listen for Good grant
October 26, 2017LYMAN, S.C. – Middle Tyger Community Center announced receipt of a national Listen for Good grant through the Fund for Shared Insight that will be used to collect feedback from…
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Middle Tyger Community Center receives Listen for Good grant
October 25, 2017LYMAN, S.C. – Middle Tyger Community Center announced receipt of a national Listen for Good grant through the Fund for Shared Insight that will be used to collect feedback from…
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CIU opening School of Business and Professional Studies
October 25, 2017
Preparations are underway at Columbia International University to open a School of Business and Professional Studies that will house its growing list of business-related programs. CIU initiated its first undergraduate…
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Alpha Omega donates to and builds with Rebuild Upstate
October 25, 2017
Employees from Alpha Omega Construction, a local roofing and construction company, came out to build a roof for a Rebuild Upstate family today. Alpha Omega Construction Group, Inc. has served…
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Flourish adds Sponsor Relations/Account Manager
October 25, 2017
Flourish, Greenville’s award-winning boutique integrated marketing firm, has expanded its client service team with the addition of Carolina Gross as Sponsor Relations and Account Manager. “Caroline brings so much to…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main returns for its seventh season on Main Street
October 25, 2017Greenville’s Only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink to open November 17, 2017 United Community Bank Ice on Main is pleased to announce its seventh season on Main Street will open Friday,…
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Engenius achieves Google Partner status
October 25, 2017
Upstate digital marketing and web design firm, Engenius, has achieved Google Partner status for its continued excellence in digital marketing and search advertising. “This status and honor by Google is…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main returns for its seventh season on Main Street
October 25, 2017Greenville’s Only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink to open November 17, 2017 United Community Bank Ice on Main is pleased to announce its seventh season on Main Street will open Friday,…
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Alpha Omega donates to and builds with Rebuild Upstate
October 25, 2017
Employees from Alpha Omega Construction, a local roofing and construction company, came out to build a roof for a Rebuild Upstate family today. Alpha Omega Construction Group, Inc. has served…
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Infinity announces new hire of fiscal operations manager
October 24, 2017
Infinity Marketing is pleased to have John Fuhler join the team as the Fiscal Operations Manager. Fuhler comes to Infinity from his most recent position with Suddenlink Communications in St.…
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Greenville Technical College benefits from Dick Graham’s generous support again
October 24, 2017Dick Graham (center) presents a check to support the Greenville Technical College Benson Campus. Representing the campus are, from left, Tommy Williams (chair of the Benson Campus Advisory Board), Ann…
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McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture named to national “Hot Firm” and “Best Places to Work” lists
October 24, 2017
McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture earned the #4 spot nationally on the Zweig Group’s 2017 Best Firms to Work For List. This award recognizes architecture and engineering firms based on workplace…
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HR Experts On Demand changes ownership
October 24, 2017
One of Upstate South Carolina’s most respected and well known human resources executives, Jennifer Floyd, has purchased HR Experts On Demand from its founder Jill Vales. The sale became effective…
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YMCA of Greenville opens its new Duke Energy Outdoor Classroom to build public awareness of and participation in environmental stewardship
October 24, 2017
New space is the only urban waterways project awarded a grant by Duke Energy Water Resources Fund YMCA of Greenville officially opened its new Duke Energy Outdoor Classroom at its…
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Greenville Water receives national honor for management excellence
October 24, 2017
The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) honored 14 public drinking water systems with its top utility management awards on October 16 in ceremonies at its 2017 Executive Management Conference…
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Wagner Wealth Management adds financial assistant
October 24, 2017
Wagner Wealth Management has added Mimi Edwards as the firm’s newest financial administrative assistant. Edwards comes to Wagner Wealth from BNC Wealth Services. In 2016, she received her Insurance License…
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Endeavor hires Lindsay Odom as communications coordinator
October 24, 2017
Endeavor, a membership-based coworking community for independent companies and freelancers in the creative services fields, announces that Lindsay Odom has been promoted to the role of communications coordinator. Odom was…
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Bank of America awards $25,000 grant to the Greenville Tech Foundation to enhance economic mobility in the Upstate
October 24, 2017The Bank of America Charitable Foundation has awarded a $25,000 grant to the Greenville Tech Foundation to enhance economic mobility in the Upstate by assisting students with unmet critical needs.…
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Southern First reports results for third quarter of 2017
October 24, 2017Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST) holding company for Southern First Bank, today reported net income available to common shareholders of $4.2 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, for the…
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Greenville Technical College opens doors for Community Fest
October 24, 2017
Community Fest @ Greenville Tech will be held November 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the college’s Barton Campus. This is a fun day of learning for the…
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