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SPARTANBURG, SC, December 11th – Renfrow Industrial, a leading Industrial Contractor, is pleased to announce the construction of their new facility on I-85 in Upstate, SC. The building will serve as their corporate headquarters, as well as their Upstate regional office. This strategic move symbolizes their dedication to customer service and ability to meet the region’s growing contracting needs. Renfrow also has offices in Charleston, SC, Columbia, SC, and Kingsport, TN.

The Upstate has rapidly emerged as a focal point for industrial activities, and Renfrow Industrial aims to contribute significantly to this growing landscape with its new facility. The company is strategically positioned to enhance development through its comprehensive construction expertise and ability to meet the diverse contracting needs of the industry.

John Mark Renfrow, son of owner William Renfrow and Director of New Construction, expressed enthusiasm about this milestone: “This is an exciting time in the history of our company. We have an incredible team that works hard every day to serve our customers. This new office is a testament to the hard work of our team and will serve as a catalyst for the future growth of our company. As our team gets stronger, we will be able to support our customers better and continue to grow as a company. I believe this building will help us accomplish that.”

Cary Galloway, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, shared his thoughts on this exciting new step, “We’re looking forward to having our team under one roof to better serve our customers. This new building reflects our commitment to the growing industrial base in our region. We’re excited to provide a state-of-the-art facility for our Renfrow team and customers.”

Renfrow Industrial, specializing in mechanical, electrical, maintenance, and fabrication services, adopts a Total Industrial Solutions approach. In an era marked by unprecedented labor shortages, Renfrow Industrial addresses this challenge by bridging the skills gap in the workforce and delivering value-driven solutions that save both time and money for its industrial clientele.

The mission of Renfrow Industrial is clear: to provide construction expertise and excellent service, meeting the contracting needs of industrial companies. This commitment is realized through a competent and professional leadership team and a workforce whose skills meticulously match each customer’s unique needs.

The new facility marks a significant step forward for Renfrow Industrial as it continues to contribute to the growth and success of the industrial sector in the region. The company looks forward to the positive impact the new building will have on its ability to serve customers and support the ongoing expansion of its operations.

As Renfrow Industrial takes this pivotal step in advancing its capabilities, the company looks forward to contributing to the continued success of industrial enterprises in the region.

**GREENVILLE, SC** – Pillar Holistic Living, a premier wellness facility in Greenville, SC, has been honored
with the prestigious 2023 SC Best in Business Award by Greenville Business Magazine. This distinguished
recognition has been bestowed upon Pillar Holistic Living in not just one, but two categories: Chiropractic
Facility and Holistic Health Care, highlighting the center’s commitment to excellence and innovation in wellness
services.
Dr. Jessica Caruso and her husband Brian Caruso, the visionaries behind Pillar Holistic Living, have played a
pivotal role in securing these accolades. Dr. Jessica’s unique and innovative approach to chiropractic care,
known as intuitive energy chiropractic, has set a new standard in the field. These treatments, which blend
traditional chiropractic methods with holistic energy practices, have been widely acclaimed for their
effectiveness and personalized approach.
In addition to her in-clinic services, Dr. Caruso also offers in-home treatment options, bringing her expertise
and holistic care directly to clients. This approach not only ensures convenience but also provides a
comfortable and familiar environment for clients to receive their treatments.
Pillar Holistic Living offers an array of amenities designed to promote holistic health and well-being. The facility
boasts a specially curated eco-boutique and micro-market, serene meditation spaces, and a variety of holistic
health workshops and seminars. These amenities are a testament to the center’s dedication to providing a
comprehensive wellness experience for its clients.
The center’s achievements and services reflect its commitment to fostering a healthier and more holistic
lifestyle within the Greenville community. The dual awards from Greenville Business Magazine are not just a
recognition of Pillar Holistic Living’s excellence in chiropractic and holistic health care but also a celebration of
its impact on the lives of its clients.
Clients and visitors are welcome to experience the award-winning services and amenities at Pillar Holistic
Living, located at 9 Mulligan Street, Greenville, SC. For more information, inquiries, or to schedule an
appointment, interested parties can contact Pillar Holistic Living at www.PillarHolistic.com .
This milestone for Pillar Holistic Living marks a significant moment in the journey towards holistic wellness. As
the center continues to evolve and expand its services, it remains committed to its mission of empowering
individuals to live healthier, more balanced lives through holistic and chiropractic care.

GREENVILLE, S.C. – Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County welcomed a new home and new neighborhood to its community of families Wednesday.

Jessica Jones became the first homeowner in one of Habitat Greenville’s most intriguing projects. The nine houses projected to be built on 1.708 acres on Sturtevant Street were donated by Creative Builders and Fitch Irick Corporation in 2021. Land prices are one of largest obstacles for Habitat Greenville and other affordable housing advocates, and land donation is a model that Habitat hopes to expand upon.

This particular tract of land came about after Creative Builders and Fitch Irick developed The Assembly Apartments, a rental community featuring 284 units built over two phases between 2017 and 2022. There was a remaining parcel of land that was not going to be used.

But donating the land was just the start. Both firms agreed to help build four of the nine houses on Sturtevant in the Bramlett Park community. Creative Builders also is a long-time Habitat Greenville supporter and has taken part in CEO Builds in the past.

As with all Habitat dedications, Jones and her family received numerous gifts from Habitat Greenville partners including a toolbox and voucher to Habitat Restores, a framed photograph from local artist Greg Hammond, quilts from the Nimble Thimbles Quilt Guild, a watercolor from painter Carol Hoffman, a lawnmower from Solomon’s Landscape & Design, a smart lock from CPM Federal Credit Union and a humidifier from Aterian.

About Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County:
Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County opened its doors in 1985 to bring families, community partners, and volunteers together to construct affordable, energy-efficient homes that help families build strength, stability, and self-reliance. As of May 2023, Habitat Greenville has completed the construction of 405 homes. Habitat Greenville received the 2017 Builder of the Year award from EarthCraft, and in recognition of financial health, accountability, and transparency, maintain a 4-Star Charity status by Charity Navigator. Habitat Greenville ReStores are located at 3033 Wade Hampton Boulevard, and 1818 Woodruff Road. Call 864-312-5016 for free donation pickups.

Learn more at www.habitatgreenville.org.

Carolina Handling was named a veteran-friendly employer by the South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs (SCDVA) during a presentation held on December 5, 2023, at the company’s Hilton Learning Center in Piedmont, South Carolina.

The SCDVA program recognizes South Carolina businesses that actively recruit military veterans and empower and enhance their employment through training and career development opportunities. Carolina Handling received the program’s certificate of bronze standard.

“It’s an honor to be here to give you this award on behalf of the South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs and Secretary Todd McCaffrey and to recognize Carolina Handling not only for the great services you provide veterans in your workforce, but also veterans in your community,” said SCDVA Operations Coordinator Kailay P. Washington.

The exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and the panhandle of Florida, Carolina Handling in a leading materials handling equipment supplier, offering consulting, design and engineering services, and integrated automation solutions for manufacturers, warehouses and distribution centers.

About 12.5 percent of Carolina Handling’s 759 associates served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The company has 212 South Carolina associates, 31 of whom are military veterans.

The presenting sponsor of the Veterans Employment & Transition Summit hosted by The RECON Network and a multi-year sponsor of the Military & First Responders Skybox at the BMW Charity Pro-Am in Greenville, Carolina Handling is committed to raising awareness among military veterans about careers in material handling.

“The skills developed while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces can make you highly successful in the material handling industry,” said Carolina Handling President & CEO Brent Hillabrand. “Carolina Handling offers comprehensive onboarding and continuous training to assist with a meaningful military-to-civilian transition and a purpose-driven career.”

ABOUT CAROLINA HANDLING

Founded in 1966, Carolina Handling is one of the Southeast’s leading material handling solution providers and the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center for North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Florida’s Central time zone territory. The company provides lift trucks and automation solutions for warehouses and distribution centers, as well as parts, racking, storage, lighting and dock and door equipment.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Carolina Handling operates branch offices in Atlanta GA, Birmingham AL, Greensboro NC, Raleigh NC and Greenville SC, and an Equipment Distribution Center in Piedmont, SC. The company has more than 750 associates. For more information, visit carolinahandling.com.

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Nov. 29, 2023) — Four veterans in South Carolina commercial real estate are teaming up to form a new brokerage focused on the fast-growing Upstate region.
Geoff Groat, Jr. of Charleston is partnering with Andrew Babb, John Bauknight and Ralph Settle, three Spartanburg-based real estate professionals, in Roadstead Real Estate Advisors’ new Upstate-based office. After spending 13 years with a partner office of the world’s largest international commercial real estate company, CBRE, Groat co-founded Roadstead in Charleston 15 years ago and has since grown it into one of the most sophisticated real estate brokerages in the state.
Babb, a Spartanburg native, has been a key figure in Spartanburg commercial real estate for nearly two decades, both as a real estate professional and a developer. He has partnered with Bauknight on several projects in downtown Spartanburg. These projects include Palmetto Lofts, 226 and 252 W. Main Street, 142 Social and Magnolia Lofts, among others.
In addition to over 30 years of commercial real estate experience, Bauknight is a seasoned entrepreneur. He is President and Co-founder of Longleaf Holdings USA, a Spartanburg-based investment firm, and Longleaf Holdings, LLC, a commercial real estate and development firm. Among Bauknight’s current ventures are Rockers Brewing Co. and Streaking Birdies Golf, located in downtown Spartanburg.
Settle has worked in commercial real estate for more than a decade, first in the hospitality sector with Auro Hotels in Greenville and then with OTO Development in Spartanburg. Most recently, Settle is a partner of, and project manager on, the recently completed Robert Smalls Townhomes, a 190-unit affordable housing development on Spartanburg’s Northside. In addition to his work in the affordable housing sector, Settle has acquired & redeveloped buildings in downtown Greenville, downtown Spartanburg and surrounding
areas. Settle obtained his Master of Real Estate Development from Clemson University and is a licensed Broker.
“The Upstate of South Carolina has become one of the most dynamic markets in the country, and the opportunity to partner with Andrew, John and Ralph is very exciting,” Groat said. “Their combined experience and understanding of the Upstate market is unmatched. With more and more people discovering that market, the opportunities are multiplying by the day. We look forward to matching savvy investors and developers with those opportunities.”
While Roadstead’s Upstate office will operate region wide, there will be a special emphasis on fast-growing Spartanburg County, named the 12th fastest growing metro area in the country in the latest study by U.S. News & World Report. According to the latest data, about 15 people are moving into Spartanburg daily. Their office is at 314 South Pine Street, Building 100, Spartanburg, SC 29302.
Also joining the Roadstead team is Lianna Saad Blanton, who has 12 years of commercial real estate and property management experience. Robert Grier, a 2018 Clemson University graduate, and Alexander Dennis, a 2023 Wofford College graduate, will join as junior associates.
“A lot of factors are coming together right now to make Spartanburg one of the most attractive places to live, work and play in the entire Southeast,” Babb said. “Our combination of assets, a robust local economy, and low cost of living is hard to beat. Our new team is well-positioned to help the growing numbers drawn to this area.”

Logisticus Group (LG), a transportation logistics, project management and technology company, adds Noah Clark as Operations Specialist and Rimal Patel as CAD Drafter. Clark will support LG’s Greenville office from an operations perspective. Patel supports LG’s engineering team by converting engineering designs to a specialized computer software.

“Noah and Rimal are excellent additions to our staff and most importantly our culture,” said Will Stephan, co-founder of Logisticus Group. “They both bring top notch talent to the team that will help us improve processes and service our clients in the most innovative and efficient ways.”

Prior to joining Logisticus Group, Clark worked in operations at Spero Financial in Greenville. During his tenure, Clark built a deep understanding in streamlining operations processes in order to create efficient office environments. At LG, he will apply those skills to set each department up for success in operating effectively.

“Having the opportunity to come on board at Logisticus Group is extremely rewarding,” said Clark. “My favorite thing about LG is the employee culture. They have a fun work environment where everyone support’s each other’s successes.”

Patel came to Logisticus Group after working as a CAD Technician at Palmetto Engineering in the upstate. There he used CAD to design fiber cable networks. At LG he will support the company’s engineering team by drafting designs to execute projects in a safe and timely manner.

“As a CAD drafter it’s important to be innovative with your designs,” said Patel. “Logisticus Group is revolutionizing the logistics industry in the way they move heavy cargo. It is an honor to work with their team.”

Clark received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The Citadel in Charleston, S.C. Patel received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia.

About Logisticus Group
Logisticus Group (LLC), a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), specializes in transportation logistics, project management and technology solutions serving
projects throughout North and South America. At Logisticus Group, we believe our
processes, technology solutions, personnel and business model deliver a more predictable, controlled, efficient and expedited project. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Logisticus Group was named the #2 Fastest Growing Company in the state in 2020. To learn more visit, www.logisticusgroup.com.

GREENVILLE, SC (November 20, 2023) – Endeavor, the coworking and office space community in downtown Greenville’s ONE tower, today announced a limited time offer for students, holiday visitors, and other professionals needing work or study space during the holiday chaos.

Endeavor’s Study Hall Pass promotion begins Monday, November 27 and runs through Wednesday, January 31, 2024. The special offer includes discounted access to Endeavor’s “calm and bright” coworking spaces with downtown views from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and includes fast and secure wi-fi, quiet areas, bottomless coffee, and Endeavor’s onsite executive gym.

Ideal for students (16 years and up) studying for SATs, exams, or Boards, working remote internships, or writing college applications as well as holiday visitors and local professionals needing space to focus, fees are $10/day with a student ID and $12/day for professionals. 10-pack and 20-pack bulk purchases will also be available at additional discounts.

To purchase, submit contact form at EndeavorGreenville.com, contact Endeavor@EndeavorGreenville.com or visit Endeavor at 1 N. Main St. Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Walk-in’s welcome.

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About Endeavor
Endeavor is a membership-based coworking community for creative and entrepreneurial professionals, as well as corporate teams and business travelers. Endeavor’s premium location in the ONE Development in Greenville, SC provides members with state-of-the-art work and meeting space, and uniquely, surrounds them with a diverse array of peers who offer a broad range of services and experience. Training opportunities, networking events and business consulting are available for the professionals who call Endeavor home every day, as well as business team members across the region. Endeavor has been recognized as the winner of the Coworker Member’s Choice Award for Greenville, SC. For more information, visit endeavorgreenville.com.

Jasmine Road, Inc.
P.O. Box 25452
Greenville, SC 29616
864-546-5077
info@jasmineroad.org
Jasmineroad.org

November 15th, 2023

Media Contact
Lisa O’Connell Hall
CEO
864-814-0221
lisa@jasmineroad.org

Jasmine Road Receives South Carolina Angel Award

Jasmine Road is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious ‘Angel Award’ from South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond for its outstanding charitable services. This recognition is a result of the dedication and collaborative efforts of our talented team and volunteers, who consistently strive to serve the community to the best of their ability.

“It is an immense honor for Jasmine Road to be selected for the Angel Award. The foundation for Jasmine Road has been laid by its founding board of directors, the leaders that have come before me, and our incredible community partners. This award is a testament to their efforts on behalf of Jasmine Road and the incredible women we serve.”, said Lisa O’Connell-Hall, Jasmine Road and Jasmine Kitchen CEO.

The ‘Angel Award’ is granted to organizations that have contributed eighty percent or more of its total spending to charitable programs, existed for three years or more, make good use of volunteer services, not rely heavily on funding from grants, and comply with the South Carolina Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act.

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Jasmine Road is South Carolina’s first long-term residential program for adult female survivors of sex trafficking, prostitution and addiction. Jasmine Road serves to heal and employ survivors by providing a pathway of opportunity and a lifelong community of support, significantly reducing the likelihood of women returning to life on the streets.

Jasmine Kitchen exists to employ residents and graduates of Jasmine Road in a safe, nurturing environment. The lunch cafe along with other affiliated social enterprises provide a pathway to financial independence by training survivors to gain sustainable and transferable job skills.

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