O’Neal Inc. hires Project Controller
April 12, 2016O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Jeff Jennings as Project Controller. Jennings has more than 25 years of experience as a project controller. He previously…
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Avison Young Industrial Lease – 4112 Dorchester Road
April 12, 2016Avison Young commercial real estate is pleased to announce that Todd P. Garrett, CCIM, SIOR represented the landlord in the lease of a 7,985sf industrial space located at 4112 Dorchester…
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Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC partners with 4Balance Fitness, makes expansion plans
April 12, 2016
Sandlapper Capital Investments, LLC (“Sandlapper”) has made a strategic investment in FitnessNinja, LLC, the parent company for 4Balance Fitness, an original CrossFit Affiliate and premier fitness facility in the Upstate.…
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Avison Young welcomes Rip Major
April 12, 2016
Avison Young commercial real estate announced that Rip Major has joined the Avison Young team in Greenville, South Carolina. With over 20 years of experience in construction material sales, Rip…
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Phi Theta Kappa chapter at Greenville Technical College wins international awards
April 12, 2016
Greenville Technical College’s Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society has been recognized at the organization’s recent international convention held in National Harbor, MD. The Alpha Zeta Sigma chapter of PTK…
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United Community Bank announced as sponsor of 2016 Antiques, Fine Art & Design Weekend
April 12, 2016
United Community Bank announced today its role as the 2016 title sponsor of the Antiques, Fine Art & Design (AFAD) Weekend held at the Greenville County Museum of Art (GCMA).…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown celebrates launch of local foster dog program with Let’em Live Upstate
April 12, 2016
Aloft Greenville Downtown, a new lifestyle hotel located in the heart of downtown Greenville, today celebrated the launch of its foster dog program with local partner Let’em Live Upstate. Through…
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Kitchen Sync restaurant hiring
April 12, 2016
As construction progresses toward completion of what is planned to be Greenville’s first green-certified restaurant, owners of Kitchen Sync are preparing to hire their first employees. Expected to open this…
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John Hewett joins CBRE Asset Services Group in Greenville
April 12, 2016
CBRE Group, Inc. announced that John Hewett has joined the Asset Services Group as a Real Estate Accountant. Based in Greenville, South Carolina, he will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations…
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United Community Bank announced as sponsor of 2016 Antiques, Fine Art & Design Weekend
April 12, 2016
United Community Bank announced today its role as the 2016 title sponsor of the Antiques, Fine Art & Design (AFAD) Weekend held at the Greenville County Museum of Art (GCMA).…
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Kitchen Sync restaurant hiring
April 12, 2016
As construction progresses toward completion of what is planned to be Greenville’s first green-certified restaurant, owners of Kitchen Sync are preparing to hire their first employees. Expected to open this…
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John Hewett joins CBRE Asset Services Group in Greenville
April 12, 2016
CBRE Group, Inc. announced that John Hewett has joined the Asset Services Group as a Real Estate Accountant. Based in Greenville, South Carolina, he will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown celebrates launch of local foster dog program with Let’em Live Upstate
April 12, 2016
Aloft Greenville Downtown, a new lifestyle hotel located in the heart of downtown Greenville, today celebrated the launch of its foster dog program with local partner Let’em Live Upstate. Through…
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Greenville Zoo Foundation to present inaugural ZooTunes concert
April 11, 2016
The Greenville Zoo Foundation will host its first-ever ZooTunes concert this summer at the Greenville Zoo. The inaugural event, presented in partnership with the Greenville Zoo and Eleven Events, is…
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Coldwell Banker Caine names Upstate top producers from March
April 11, 2016Coldwell Banker Caine recently recognized its top producing agents in property sales and listings from each of its five offices – Easley, Greenville, Greer, Seneca and Spartanburg – for the…
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine Greenville and Spartanburg Brokers Represent Local Real Estate Transactions
April 11, 2016
Brokers from Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine’s Greenville and Spartanburg offices recently represented the following area real estate transactions for March of 2016: Sales Graham Howle and Lakin Parr represented…
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Four Furman University students, alumni receive prestigious fellowships from National Science Foundation
April 11, 2016
The National Science Foundation has awarded grants through the Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) to four Furman students and alumni. The recipients are Furman senior chemistry major Michael Davis Turlington…
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USO South Carolina recognizes its 125 volunteers during National Volunteer Week and gives community a chance to help make a difference
April 11, 2016
As people across the country take this week to recognize those who do extraordinary things through service, USO South Carolina is paying tribute to its more than 125 volunteers who…
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Donors contribute $900,000 on Clemson Give Day
April 11, 2016
The Clemson Family showed its generosity Wednesday, donating more than $900,000 to support student, faculty and facility needs during the inaugural Give Day. “We asked the Clemson Family and friends…
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COBRA PUMA GOLF selects Jeff Dezen Public Relations (JDPR) as its official PR agency
April 11, 2016
JDPR to provide marketing-communications support for one of golf’s fastest growing and most exciting companies COBRA PUMA GOLF, one of golf’s fastest growing and most exciting companies, has selected…
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Minghua USA breaks ground on Upstate facility
April 11, 2016
GREER, SC – Chinese business, Jiangnan Mould & Plastic Technology Co., Ltd., announced that the company will establish operations in Spartanburg County with the building of their company, Minghua USA.…
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Minghua USA breaks ground on Upstate facility
April 11, 2016
GREER, SC – Chinese business, Jiangnan Mould & Plastic Technology Co., Ltd., announced that the company will establish operations in Spartanburg County with the building of their company, Minghua USA.…
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Richardson $1 million challenge gift to benefit Emerging Scholars attending Clemson
April 11, 2016
Businessman and Clemson University trustee Mark Richardson and his wife, Kathryn, have given $1 million for a scholarship fund to help ensure that all Emerging Scholars students accepted into Clemson…
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Mary Ellen Richardson Player, GSSM Class of 2000, named 2016 Outstanding Alumnus
April 11, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC -The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce that Mary Ellen R. Player, Class of 2000, has won the 2016 Outstanding Alumnus…
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Mary Ellen Richardson Player, GSSM Class of 2000, named 2016 Outstanding Alumnus
April 11, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC -The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce that Mary Ellen R. Player, Class of 2000, has won the 2016 Outstanding Alumnus…
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Laura Derrick is 2016 South Carolina REALTORS® treasurer
April 11, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Laura Derrick, Realtor® at Coldwell Banker United in Columbia, is South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) 2016 treasurer. Derrick was inaugurated in a ceremony at the association’s September 2015…
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Laura Derrick is 2016 South Carolina REALTORS® treasurer
April 11, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Laura Derrick, Realtor® at Coldwell Banker United in Columbia, is South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) 2016 treasurer. Derrick was inaugurated in a ceremony at the association’s September 2015…
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Chicken Salad Chick to open third location in Greenville
April 11, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today it will be expanding in South Carolina with its third location in…
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Gateway Temporary Ramp opening Tuesday
April 11, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Opening of a temporary ramp connecting Woodruff to I-385 north has been moved to early Tuesday morning, April 12, 2016. The ramp was scheduled to open Saturday…
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Tucanos Brazilian Grill fires up the grill and announces opening date
April 11, 2016
Festive Brazilian restaurant provides an escape from the ordinary with exciting flavors and a cultural dining experience Tucanos Brazilian Grill, a fun and festive restaurant announced today that it will open…
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GreatUpstate.com produces The Stories of the Upstate
April 11, 2016
A podcast giving listeners a personal look into community leaders GreatUpstate.com has launched an online resource for Upstate South Carolina, providing both residents and visitors with an all-inclusive outlet…
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Smith Moore Leatherwood hosts second annual Furman University juried art competition
April 11, 2016
Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP hosted the second annual Furman University student art competition and opening reception on Friday evening, April 8. More than twenty Furman students submitted two and three-dimensional…
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Gateway Temporary Ramp opening Tuesday
April 11, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Opening of a temporary ramp connecting Woodruff to I-385 north has been moved to early Tuesday morning, April 12, 2016. The ramp was scheduled to open Saturday…
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2016 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors selected to be featured chefs at upcoming James Beard House Dinner
April 8, 2016The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism will host a media outreach initiative at the James Beard House in New York City this August, featuring the 2016 South…
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2016 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors selected to be featured chefs at upcoming James Beard House Dinner
April 8, 2016The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism will host a media outreach initiative at the James Beard House in New York City this August, featuring the 2016 South…
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Financial Literacy Month Poll with Junior Achievement
April 8, 2016Poll: Two-Thirds of Teens See Borrowers, Not Government, Responsible for Paying Off Student Loan Debt Junior Achievement Financial Literacy Programs Can Help Teens Make Better Informed Choices about Paying for…
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Neil Jones promoted to Colliers International’s Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
April 8, 2016
Colliers International, South Carolina announced the promotion of Neil Jones to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Previously the Chief Accounting Officer, Jones succeeds Bob Link,…
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Neil Jones promoted to Colliers International’s Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
April 8, 2016
Colliers International, South Carolina announced the promotion of Neil Jones to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Previously the Chief Accounting Officer, Jones succeeds Bob Link,…
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Furay recognized with national Soaring Eagle Award for the second time
April 8, 2016
GREER, SC – The National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) has awarded Guy Furay with the Soaring Eagle Award. This is the second year in a row that Furay, who…
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Financial Literacy Month Poll with Junior Achievement
April 8, 2016
Poll: Two-Thirds of Teens See Borrowers, Not Government, Responsible for Paying Off Student Loan Debt Junior Achievement Financial Literacy Programs Can Help Teens Make Better Informed Choices about Paying for…
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Furay recognized with national Soaring Eagle Award for the second time
April 7, 2016
GREER, SC – The National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) has awarded Guy Furay with the Soaring Eagle Award. This is the second year in a row that Furay, who…
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SC Chamber applauds Senate approval of bill to shorten legislative session
April 7, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – State Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts released the following statement applauding Senate approval of S.267, a bill that would shorten the legislative session. The South Carolina…
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Early stage ventures create more than 250 new jobs, raise over $69 million in capital in 2015
April 7, 2016
From raising a remarkable $69.4 million in new capital to creating more than 250 new full-time jobs, the impact of innovation-based startups on the Upstate economy continues to grow rapidly.…
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SANDLAPPER Securities adds Financial Advisor
April 7, 2016
The award winning independent broker dealer, SANDLAPPER Securities, has added financial advisor Susan Greene Lockwood to their broker dealer network. Lockwood joins SANDLAPPER Securities with 25 years of financial advising…
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Tommy Britt joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville
April 7, 2016Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Tommy Britt as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Tommy joins Coldwell Banker Caine with a background in accounting at SC Telco Federal…
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Oconee Economic Alliance announces Destination Oconee Hire
April 7, 2016
The Oconee Economic Alliance (OEA) announced the addition of Janet Hartman as Manager of the Destination Oconee strategy. A native of Iowa, Hartman joins the OEA team after working as…
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Wilkes Law Firm attorney Derham Cole named Legislator of the Year
April 7, 2016
Hundreds of pairs of shoes, large and small, covered the State House steps on March 2, 2016, as part of Disability Advocacy Day. The shoes represent South Carolina citizens with…
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SYNNEX Corporation wins Red Hat North America Partner Award
April 7, 2016
SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE:SNX), a leading technology solutions distributor, is proud to announce that it has been named Commercial Distributor of the Year by Red Hat, the world’s leading provider of…
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RMF adding second facility in Greenville County
April 7, 2016
Automotive supplier’s new $16 million investment in Greenville County to add 40 new jobs GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC – Roy Metal Finishing (RMF) is expanding its current operations by building a second…
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RMF adding second facility in Greenville County
April 7, 2016
Automotive supplier’s new $16 million investment in Greenville County to add 40 new jobs GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC – Roy Metal Finishing (RMF) is expanding its current operations by building a second…
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