Six percent container growth, $248M in capital expenditures projected for SC Ports Authority
June 15, 2016
SCPA reports 2.3 percent increase in fiscal year-to-date container volumes CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) Board of Directors adopted a financial plan for the 2017…
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McDonnell and Associates, PA celebrates 13th anniversary
June 15, 2016McDonnell and Associates, PA, opened in 2003 by CEO Edward G. McDonnell, celebrates its 13th year in business. McDonnell and Associates, PA is a multi-state general law practice providing title…
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Riley Institute and OLLI spotlight higher ed in summer series
June 15, 2016The Riley Institute at Furman and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) will present the closing session of their three-part series, “Education for Life: Working together to fulfill the promise…
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Spartanburg Vision Plan process reaches pivotal halfway point
June 15, 2016
Community Event Outlines Assessment and Next Steps The plan for Spartanburg’s future has reached a pivotal point, and residents and leaders eager to join the efforts gathered on Tuesday, June…
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Duke Energy Foundation funds will support Greenville Technical College’s Center for Manufacturing Innovation
June 15, 2016
The Duke Energy Foundation has donated $25,000 to the Greenville Tech Foundation. The funds will be used at Greenville Technical College’s Center for Manufacturing Innovation (CMI) to develop curriculum and…
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FordHarrison recognized by Legal 500 as a 2016 top firm for immigration
June 15, 2016
FordHarrison LLP has been named a top firm for immigration in the 2016 edition of The Legal 500 United States. The Legal 500 is a guide to commercial law firms in…
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Interim chancellor of USC Upstate named
June 15, 2016
Mary Anne Fitzpatrick, University of South Carolina’s vice president for system planning, has been named interim chancellor of USC Upstate as the university continues the search for its next leader.…
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Engineered Plastic Components, Inc. launching Anderson County operations
June 15, 2016
Development Bringing New Jobs And More Than $5 Million Investment Engineered Plastic Components, Inc. (EPC), a provider of plastic injection molded products, has selected Anderson County for the company’s new…
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Engineered Plastic Components, Inc. launching Anderson County operations
June 15, 2016
Development Bringing New Jobs And More Than $5 Million Investment Engineered Plastic Components, Inc. (EPC), a provider of plastic injection molded products, has selected Anderson County for the company’s new…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd practices and attorneys recognized in 2016 Chambers USA Rankings
June 15, 2016Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. received numerous distinctions in the 2016 edition of Chambers USA, published by Chambers and Partners. The legal directory annually ranks American law firms and lawyers by…
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Alzheimer’s Association SC highlights “truths” about the disease during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June
June 15, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – It is common knowledge that Alzheimer’s disease robs people of their ability to remember, but other truths about the disease remain unknown. For instance, many people are…
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McDonnell and Associates, PA celebrates 13th anniversary
June 15, 2016
McDonnell and Associates, PA, opened in 2003 by CEO Edward G. McDonnell, celebrates its 13th year in business. McDonnell and Associates, PA is a multi-state general law practice providing title…
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Alzheimer’s Association SC highlights “truths” about the disease during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June
June 15, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – It is common knowledge that Alzheimer’s disease robs people of their ability to remember, but other truths about the disease remain unknown. For instance, many people are…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd practices and attorneys recognized in 2016 Chambers USA Rankings
June 15, 2016
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. received numerous distinctions in the 2016 edition of Chambers USA, published by Chambers and Partners. The legal directory annually ranks American law firms and lawyers by…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd practices and attorneys recognized in 2016 Chambers USA rankings
June 14, 2016Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. received numerous distinctions in the 2016 edition of Chambers USA, published by Chambers and Partners. The legal directory annually ranks American law firms and lawyers by…
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Tucanos Brazilian Grill donates $8,000 to Upstate organizations
June 14, 2016
Proceeds from special charity event awarded to three local organizations by Greenville’s new Brazilian eatery. On Wednesday, May 25, Tucanos Brazilian Grill, a Brazilian churrasco-style eatery that opened in the…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine Greenville and Spartanburg Brokers Represent Local Real Estate Transactions
June 14, 2016
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions for May of 2016: Sales Pete Brett, CCIM, David Sigmon, CCIM,…
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GCM receives pet support grant
June 14, 2016
Greer Community Ministries (GCM) has received a $1,000 grant from Meals on Wheels America to support its client pet food program. Funding will be used to provide food, supplies, and…
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United Community Bank awards scholarships to local companies
June 14, 2016As part of their ongoing commitment to promoting business growth in their communities, United Community Bank has announced the recipients of the inaugural United Community Bank Scholarship at Greenville Technical…
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Toyota of Greer reveals $1.25 million renovation
June 14, 2016
Toyota of Greer unveiled the results of a $1.25 million renovation Thursday that includes an expanded service area, a new customer lounge, a larger lot area and a new VIP…
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Boyanoski to sign books at Costco
June 14, 2016
Author and Complete Public Relations President John Boyanoski will be signing copies of his book “Reimagining Greenville: Building the Best Downtown in America” at the Costco on Woodruff Road next…
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Phillips Staffing Promotes Chris Borke to Branch Manager
June 14, 2016
Phillips Staffing has promoted Chris Borke to Branch Manager of the firm’s Greater Greenville office in Simpsonville, effective immediately. Phillips Staffing is one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing…
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Jackson hires Head as Enthusiast Account Executive
June 14, 2016
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has hired Jessica Head as Enthusiast Account Executive. In her role, Head will be responsible…
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Boyanoski to sign books at Costco
June 14, 2016
Author and Complete Public Relations President John Boyanoski will be signing copies of his book “Reimagining Greenville: Building the Best Downtown in America” at the Costco on Woodruff Road next…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: media, on-the-move
Jackson hires Head as Enthusiast Account Executive
June 14, 2016
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has hired Jessica Head as Enthusiast Account Executive. In her role, Head will be responsible…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move
United Community Bank awards scholarships to local companies
June 14, 2016As part of their ongoing commitment to promoting business growth in their communities, United Community Bank has announced the recipients of the inaugural United Community Bank Scholarship at Greenville Technical…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd practices and attorneys recognized in 2016 Chambers USA rankings
June 14, 2016
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. received numerous distinctions in the 2016 edition of Chambers USA, published by Chambers and Partners. The legal directory annually ranks American law firms and lawyers by…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: law, on-the-move
Toyota of Greer reveals $1.25 million renovation
June 14, 2016
Toyota of Greer unveiled the results of a $1.25 million renovation Thursday that includes an expanded service area, a new customer lounge, a larger lot area and a new VIP…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: economic-development, on-the-move
Phillips Staffing Promotes Chris Borke to Branch Manager
June 14, 2016
Phillips Staffing has promoted Chris Borke to Branch Manager of the firm’s Greater Greenville office in Simpsonville, effective immediately. Phillips Staffing is one of South Carolina’s largest and fastest-growing staffing…
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Jeff Dezen Public Relations (JDPR) welcomes Arden Phillips as summer 2016 intern
June 13, 2016
Jeff Dezen Public Relations (JDPR) announces the addition of Arden Phillips as the company’s Summer 2016 Executive Management Assistance Program (EMAP) intern. During the three-month program, she will gain insight into the…
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Liquid Catering adds intern for the summer
June 13, 2016
Liquid Catering has added Alyssa Barkley as a summer intern. Barkley is a graduate of Cedarville University where she was a member of the volleyball team and was named to…
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ScanSource moves up Fortune 1000
June 13, 2016
Global technology provider moves up 90 spots on prestigious list GREENVILLE, SC – ScanSource, Inc., a leading global provider of technology products and solutions, has moved up 90 spots…
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Swamp Rabbits announce promotions, expand front office
June 9, 2016
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, proud ECHL affiliate of the New York Rangers and the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack, today announced changes to the team’s front office as approved by Owner…
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60+ local businesses to be featured at Greater Lexington Chamber Business Lexpo
June 9, 2016On August 4, The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will host more than 60 local businesses at the 2016 Business Lexpo at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Lexington from…
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Boeing names new leader in South Carolina
June 9, 2016
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) announced that Joan Robinson-Berry will assume leadership of Boeing South Carolina (BSC), succeeding Beverly Wyse. Wyse has been named president for…
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Boeing names new leader in South Carolina
June 9, 2016
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) announced that Joan Robinson-Berry will assume leadership of Boeing South Carolina (BSC), succeeding Beverly Wyse. Wyse has been named president for…
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Habitat Greenville and Mill Village Farms bring mobile market to ReStore
June 9, 2016
Habitat ReStore customers will soon be able to pick up fresh produce alongside kitchen appliances and household items, thanks to a partnership between the ReStore and Mill Village Farm’s mobile…
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Nachman Norwood & Parrott releases first perspective paper on wealth management insights
June 9, 2016
Nachman Norwood & Parrott (NNP), a wealth management consultancy, is releasing a perspective paper highlighting wealth management, tax, legal, real estate and insurance planning insights for high net worth individuals…
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BofA expands cardless ATM technology to SC
June 9, 2016
1st bank to widely adopt this new mobile banking platform At the Google I/O Conference last month, Bank of America unveiled its new Cardless ATM technology and announced plans to…
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BofA expands cardless ATM technology to SC
June 9, 2016
1st bank to widely adopt this new mobile banking platform At the Google I/O Conference last month, Bank of America unveiled its new Cardless ATM technology and announced plans to…
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S.C. Chamber releases statement on S.1258 being signed into law
June 9, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – State Chamber President Ted Pitts issued the following statement after Governor Haley signed S.1258, the roads bill, into law: “The state’s business community thanks Governor Haley for…
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S.C. Chamber releases statement on S.1258 being signed into law
June 9, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – State Chamber President Ted Pitts issued the following statement after Governor Haley signed S.1258, the roads bill, into law: “The state’s business community thanks Governor Haley for…
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Habitat Greenville and Mill Village Farms bring mobile market to ReStore
June 9, 2016
Habitat ReStore customers will soon be able to pick up fresh produce alongside kitchen appliances and household items, thanks to a partnership between the ReStore and Mill Village Farm’s mobile…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
60+ local businesses to be featured at Greater Lexington Chamber Business Lexpo
June 9, 2016
On August 4, The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will host more than 60 local businesses at the 2016 Business Lexpo at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Lexington from…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, upstatebizsc Category: chamber, on-the-move
Nachman Norwood & Parrott releases first perspective paper on wealth management insights
June 9, 2016
Nachman Norwood & Parrott (NNP), a wealth management consultancy, is releasing a perspective paper highlighting wealth management, tax, legal, real estate and insurance planning insights for high net worth individuals…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: banking-and-finance, on-the-move
GES Recycling establishes Upstate operations
June 8, 2016
Company invests $6.3 million in Union County recycling facility UNION COUNTY, SC – GESCRAP, a multinational corporation engaged in metal recycling and other auxiliary services for the manufacturing industry, has…
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J.L. Mann announces Clement’s Kindness Fund for the Children as 2016 Spirit Week Beneficiary
June 8, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – J.L. Mann High School announced Clement’s Kindness Fund for the Children as their 2016 Spirit Week beneficiary. Spirit Week will kick off on Friday, September 9, 2016…
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Canal Insurance Company announces new CEO
June 8, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Lansing Crane, Chair of Canal Insurance Company’s Board of Directors, announced last week that the Board has accepted the resignation of David Firstenberg, who has been Chief…
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Lisa Williams joins the Pelham Road office of C. Dan Joyner, Realtors
June 8, 2016
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Lisa Williams has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. A Greenville native, Williams earned a Master of…
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Golden Strip Law Enforcement Appreciation Breakfast presented by the Marchant Company & Carolina Creative
June 8, 2016
The Marchant Company’s Simpsonville office and Carolina Creative were pleased to hold the first Law Enforcement Appreciation Breakfast for all Golden Strip Law Enforcement Personnel on May 18th, 2016. This…
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