Franseen Joins Greer State Bank Mortgage
June 2, 2015
GREER, SC – Greer State Bank Mortgage welcomes Brad Franseen as Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Loan Officer. Brad brings over 14 years of experience in the mortgage industry and will…
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Franseen Joins Greer State Bank Mortgage
June 2, 2015
GREER, SC – Greer State Bank Mortgage welcomes Brad Franseen as Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Loan Officer. Brad brings over 14 years of experience in the mortgage industry and will…
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Michelin Expands Revolutionary Premier® Tire Line For Light Trucks, SUVs And CUVs
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Michelin announced that the new MICHELIN® Premier®LTX® tire with revolutionary EverGrip™ Technology is now available to consumers across North America through more than 10,000 authorized dealer locations. Following the…
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KEMET Receives Global Operations Excellence Award from TTI
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – KEMET Corporation (NYSE: KEM), a leading manufacturer of electronics components, is proud to announce that it has been awarded TTI’s Global Operations Excellence Award. In its fourth year, the…
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David Cuda of Colliers International elected President of South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association
June 1, 2015
Association’s former Vice President steps into greater role as outlook for state’s economic development looks better than ever COLUMBIA, SC – Colliers International’s David Cuda has been elected President of…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
June 1, 2015
By Ashley Hunter Criminal Domestic Violence Bill The House and Senate amended and approved S. 3, the Criminal Domestic Violence bill and sent the bill to Governor Haley last…
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Phillips Staffing Adds Lori Morgan as Sales Account Executive
June 1, 2015
COLUMBIA-AIKEN, SC – Surging demand for top talent and human capital solutions by manufacturing and logistics organizations across the Southeast has led Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and…
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SCRA Technology Ventures Announces Partnership
June 1, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures announced the partnership of Charleston-based SC Launch Program Client, Job Market Maker, and Resource Partner Network member, Silicon Harbor Communications. “We are pleased to…
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Liquid Catering announces 2015 summer interns
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Liquid Catering, the Upstate’s only event bartending service, has brought in two interns for the summer. Sydney Reinhardt is a University of Wisconsin student graduating in December…
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Motor Supply Co. Bistro Announces Local Farms Honored at Harvest Week, June 16-21, 2015
June 1, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Executive Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of the Midlands’ foremost Slow Food restaurants, announces 12 featured farms – and menu teasers – for Harvest…
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Engenius completes Artisphere web project
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – People who searched for one of the nation’s top arts festivals this year can thank Engenius for the wonderful experience. This Greenville-based web design and marketing firm…
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Riggs Partners Accepting Applications from Upstate Nonprofits for Annual Pro Bono Marathon
June 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC — Riggs Partners will hold their annual CreateAthon event for South Carolina-based nonprofits on October 22-23, 2015. CreateAthon is a 24-hour marathon during which professionals and students in…
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Upstate doctor published in Journal of Neurological Sciences
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Journal of Neurological Sciences recently published an article that urges physicians to rethink the early diagnosis for multiple sclerosis (MS), written by Dr. Jagannadha R. Avasarala…
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Marleylilly Expanding Upstate Operations
June 1, 2015
Company Investing $10 Million To Relocate Its Corporate Operations In Greenville County GREENVILLE, SC – The Marley Lilly, LLC or Marleylilly, an e-commerce business specializing in monogrammed gifts, accessories, and…
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SC Chamber of Commerce Calls on Legislature to Use Additional Revenue for Infrastructure
June 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – With the recognition of an additional $400 million in revenue to the state’s coffers, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the unified voice of business, is calling…
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Liquid Catering announces 2015 summer interns
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Liquid Catering, the Upstate’s only event bartending service, has brought in two interns for the summer. Sydney Reinhardt is a University of Wisconsin student graduating in December…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: hospitality, on-the-move
Motor Supply Co. Bistro Announces Local Farms Honored at Harvest Week, June 16-21, 2015
June 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Executive Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of the Midlands’ foremost Slow Food restaurants, announces 12 featured farms – and menu teasers – for Harvest…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: food, on-the-move
Phillips Staffing Adds Lori Morgan as Sales Account Executive
June 1, 2015
COLUMBIA-AIKEN, SC – Surging demand for top talent and human capital solutions by manufacturing and logistics organizations across the Southeast has led Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest and…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: employment-agencies, on-the-move
Riggs Partners Accepting Applications from Upstate Nonprofits for Annual Pro Bono Marathon
June 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC — Riggs Partners will hold their annual CreateAthon event for South Carolina-based nonprofits on October 22-23, 2015. CreateAthon is a 24-hour marathon during which professionals and students in…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Upstate doctor published in Journal of Neurological Sciences
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Journal of Neurological Sciences recently published an article that urges physicians to rethink the early diagnosis for multiple sclerosis (MS), written by Dr. Jagannadha R. Avasarala…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: health-care, on-the-move
Engenius completes Artisphere web project
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – People who searched for one of the nation’s top arts festivals this year can thank Engenius for the wonderful experience. This Greenville-based web design and marketing firm…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation April 2015
May 28, 2015
Employment Continues to Soar – Exceeds 2.1 Million People for the First Time The number of employed South Carolinians broke a major barrier for the first time in April exceeding…
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Rosen Hagood Attorney Receives 2015 Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award
May 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Rosen Hagood shareholder Alice Paylor received the Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award from the University of South Carolina School of Law Alumni Council at the Annual Alumni Dinner…
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Rosen Hagood Attorney, Elizabeth Palmer, Named Young Lawyer of the Year
May 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Rosen Hagood announced that Elizabeth “Beth” Palmer is one of two lawyers that has been named Young Lawyer of the Year by the South Carolina Bar. The…
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Synterra Announces New Hires
May 28, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – SynTerra welcomes Justin “Judd” Mahan as a Senior Geologist. Judd holds BS degree in Geology from Auburn. Justin “Judd” Mahan’s professional consulting experiences have involved environmental geology, assessment,…
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Lamkin Joins FINTRUST Investment Advisors
May 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – FinTrust announces that Sarah Lamkin has joined the FinTrust team. Lamkin is a graduate of Georgia College and State University with a B.A. in Mass Communications. She…
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Clemson Impacts magazine earns notable document award
May 27, 2015
CLEMSON, SC – A Clemson Public Service and Agriculture magazine that enhances economic development in agribusiness, South Carolina’s largest industry, won a Notable State Document award from the South Carolina…
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Officials Break Ground on Vet Tech Expanded Housing/Learning Facility
May 27, 2015
PENDLETON, SC – Tri-County Technical College officials broke ground May 21 on a new $1.5 million veterinary technology expanded housing and learning facility that officials say will help the College…
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Coldwell Banker Caine Honored with Multiple National Coldwell Banker Awards
May 27, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Coldwell Banker Caine was named the No. 1 Coldwell Banker Company in South Carolina, and its Greenville office was named No. 1 Coldwell Banker Office in South Carolina…
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Heady Promoted to Branch Manager
May 27, 2015
TAYLORS, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announced recently that Sara Beth Heady has been promoted to Branch Manager of the Wade Hampton office located at 2800 Wade Hampton…
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Queen Promoted to Branch Manager
May 27, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank, announced recently that Mechelle Denise Queen has been promoted to Branch Manager of the Spartanburg Main office located at 150 East Henry…
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Book by Furman University Professor Receives Top Award
May 27, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – A recently published book by Furman University sociology professor Kenneth H. Kolb has received a major award from the American Sociological Association. “Moral Wages: The Emotional Dilemmas…
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Furman University Professor Receives Fulbright Scholar Grant to Study in China
May 27, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Tami Blumenfield, an assistant professor of Asian Studies at Furman University, has been selected for a Fulbright Scholar Grant to conduct research in China during the 2015-16…
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DOM360 Releases New SEO Industry Research
May 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Local automotive digital marketing firm DOM360 recently shared the latest chapter in its industry-leading information series with Automotive News. This white paper details best practices for search engine optimization…
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Converse College Announces Two Key Leaders for External Affairs Division
May 27, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Converse College announces two key additions to the newly formed Division of External Affairs and University Relations: Charlotte Smeak Verreault ’79 as Vice President and Lindsey Duncan Graham…
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Take Flight Achieves Lift… Despite Market Drag!
May 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – “Many race organizers have seen a decline in participation because there are now so many racing options every weekend. Events are actually competing for participants. The Take…
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Local Business Owner, Pamela Evette, Fights for South Carolina Tax Credit Eligibility for Growing Businesses
May 27, 2015
TRAVELERS REST, SC – Pamela Evette, President & CEO of Quality Business Solutions, was recently appointed by Governor Nikki Haley to the Commission of the Department of Consumer Affairs. Alongside this appointment,…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse hires Wedding Director
May 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Emily Peck as its news Marketing Coordinator/Wedding Director. The New Jersey native interned for The Old Cigar Warehouse in the summer of…
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SC Treasurer’s Office names Director of Investment Management
May 26, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed West Summers to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. Summers will oversee Investment Management, which invests more than $14…
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Jamon Meredith hosting Upstate Offensive Lineman Football Academy
May 26, 2015What: The Upstate Offensive Lineman Football Academy is geared toward offensive lineman who are playing football as high school freshman to rising seniors. Coaches will start with the basics and…
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Jamon Meredith hosting Upstate Offensive Lineman Football Academy
May 26, 2015What: The Upstate Offensive Lineman Football Academy is geared toward offensive lineman who are playing football as high school freshman to rising seniors. Coaches will start with the basics and…
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SC Treasurer’s Office names Director of Investment Management
May 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed West Summers to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. Summers will oversee Investment Management, which invests more than $14…
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State Superintendent of Education to visit Greenville
May 25, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Molly Spearman, South Carolina’s state superintendent of education, will be in Greenville Tuesday, May 26, to visit Public Education Partners’ (PEP) Make Summer Count book fair at Hollis Academy…
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Art Scholarships Awarded to Two Local Students
May 25, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Two high school students, both planning to major in art next year when they go to college, have been awarded $1,000 by The Mary Wheeler Davis Memorial…
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Dr. Cole Cheek Awarded Tenure at SMC
May 25, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Board of Trustees at Spartanburg Methodist College voted to award tenure to Dr. Cole Cheek, Professor of History and Anthropology during their Thursday, May 21, 2015…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System is First Hospital in South Carolina to Use Carbon Fiber Implants
May 25, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Bon Secours St. Francis Health System will be one of the first health systems in the country, and the first in South Carolina, to utilize carbon fiber implants…
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Allen Tate Realtors Announces Top Producers
May 25, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Kathy Weeks, Upstate Regional Vice President at Allen Tate REALTORS®, announced Top Agents for April 2015. In the Greenville Office, Joyce Barber was Top Listing Agent and…
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Nissan of Greer takes part in historic Upstate celebration
May 25, 2015GREER, SC – The City of Greenville unveiled the Upstate’s first Level III electric car charger Friday morning, and Nissan of Greer was there. The charger was installed at the…
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Allen Tate Realtors Announces Top Producers
May 25, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Kathy Weeks, Upstate Regional Vice President at Allen Tate REALTORS®, announced Top Agents for April 2015. In the Greenville Office, Joyce Barber was Top Listing Agent and…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, residential-real-estate
Nissan of Greer takes part in historic Upstate celebration
May 25, 2015GREER, SC – The City of Greenville unveiled the Upstate’s first Level III electric car charger Friday morning, and Nissan of Greer was there. The charger was installed at the…
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