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TacMed Solutions™ is excited to welcome Don Smith to the team as the new Director of Marketing. Don brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in marketing planning, strategy, and execution that will help guide our company in its relentless pursuit to best serve and support our customers.
“We’re pleased to have Don joining the TacMed Solution marketing team. With his extensive background in marketing, Don brings valuable insights and an unmatched skill set that will accelerate our growth and generate customer focused results,” Said Will Wennberg, CEO of TacMed Solutions.
Prior to joining TacmMed Solutions™, Don spent over 13 years with Family Dollar stores as Vice-President of Marketing where he developed successful market strategies for the company. He established a surround sound marketing platform that included Digital, Print, Social, Targeted, and Ethnic marketing programs. Before that, he spent a number of years in the Nutritional industry most notably as Executive Vice-President of Merchandising and Marketing with General Nutrition Centers (GNC). In addition to this, Don was in classical marketing roles with Nabisco and Coca-Cola, overseeing various aspects of their marketing and research services.

About TacMed Solutions™
TacMed Solutions™ (TacMed™) is dedicated to improving survivability in response to crisis situations through world-class innovative emergency response solutions designed to equip, train, and protect those who save lives. We develop and manufacture customized emergency response technology, advanced simulation and training aids, and personal protective gear for Warfighters, First Responders, and citizens alike to effectively manage the full continuum of care.

FUQUAY-VARINA, North Carolina (May 31, 2022)– Fidelity Bank is pleased to announce Brian Murdoch has joined its team as Senior Vice President and Market Executive. In his new position, Mr. Murdoch is responsible for developing and managing business banking relationships, as well as leading sales and market expansion in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Spartanburg is the second location in Fidelity Bank’s South Carolina expansion. The new branch is expected to open in late summer.

Brian has twenty-eight years of financial experience in Upstate South Carolina. Prior to joining Fidelity Bank, he held various senior management and lending roles. In addition to his financial background, Brian is active in the community. He is a member of the City of Spartanburg Board of Zoning Appeals and Spartanburg Downtown Rotary. He serves on the Board of Trustees at Chapman Cultural Arts Center and is also a past chairman of Upstate Family Resource Center.

Mr. Murdoch graduated from Gardner-Webb University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He is also a graduate of South Carolina Bankers School at USC, Graduate School of Banking at LSU, and ABA National Commercial Lending School at SMU. He currently resides in Spartanburg and has two children.

“I am thrilled to introduce Fidelity Bank to the Spartanburg market,” shared Brian, “Fidelity Bank is a 113-year-old bank with a history of serving small to medium sized businesses. We provide a full range of banking, mortgage, investment, and wealth management solutions while still staying true to our community bank roots. The Bank has an incredible story that I look forward to sharing with my clients.”

Fidelity Bank is a full-service financial institution with assets of approximately $3.7 billion headquartered in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. The Bank owns and operates 56 branches throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. For more information, please visit fidelitybanknc.com.

Myrtle Beach, SC — Tuesday, June 7, 2022 – The South Carolina SHRM State Council (SC SHRM) in partnership with the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced their annual HR Conference and Strategic Academy.

The conference will take place September 21-23, 2022, at Marriott Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, SC. The first day is a special strategic academy– attendees will learn Value Exchange in the Post-COVID Workplace and Decision-Making Pitfalls and Biases. The next two days offer a robust conference agenda starting with the keynote speaker’s presentation delivered by Jeff Nally, President of Nally Group Inc. and a combination of HR practitioners and legal counsel, attendees will enhance their skills, expand their knowledge, network with colleagues and interact with a variety of top-notch sponsors/vendors. All this, PLUS up to up to 6 SHRM and HRCI approved recertification credits round out an insightful and rewarding development opportunity!

“This year’s annual SC SHRM State Conference & Strategic workshop offer development opportunities for HR professionals, business leaders and organizational staff that support HR functions. Whether you are experienced in HR or new to the profession, there is something for everyone. Attend the workshop or the conference or even both, for a variety of learning opportunities supported by other HR professionals and legal advisors within our communities – all experienced, hands-on professionals sharing their successes! Come join us”! Karen Bedenbaugh Smith, HR Conference Chair and Director Elect, SC SHRM State Council.

This annual conference enables human resources professionals to learn the latest in a variety of relevant topics including workforce development, compliance, HR technology and much more. For more information and to register, visit https://sc.shrm.org/

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South Carolina SHRM State Council is the state affiliate for the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). South Carolina SHRM State Council is a 100 percent volunteer entity consisting of 14 SHRM affiliated chapters across the state. The Council’s primary objective is to support the mission and initiatives of SHRM and to enhance and lead the human resource profession in South Carolina. South Carolina SHRM State Council coordinates professional development efforts and serve as the conduit for communication among SHRM and chapters as well as at-large members. For more information visit https://sc.shrm.org/

GREENVILLE, S.C. – John Simmons has joined the William Pender Team of CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) in Greenville, S.C. as a business development specialist.

Simmons, a Greenville native, has a broad range of experience in the real estate and residential construction industries. He previously worked as a real estate agent in the Upstate region and in sales with Greer Flooring Center. Simmons also held a variety of roles at Dan Ryan Builders, including buyer relations specialist and project superintendent.

In his new role, Simmons will be responsible for building and maintaining new business relationships for the branch.

The William Pender Team of CCM is located at 9 Washington Park in downtown Greenville and serves borrowers in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. For more information or to contact the branch, visit www.crosscountrymortgage.com/William-Pender-Team/ or call 864-233-4210.

About CrossCountry Mortgage
CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) is one of the nation’s largest retail mortgage lenders, with more than 8,000 employees operating more than 600 branches across all 50 states. Our company has been recognized eight times on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest growing private businesses and has received many awards for our standout culture. We offer more than 100 mortgage, refinance and home equity solutions – ranging from conventional and jumbo mortgages to government-insured programs for Veterans and rural homebuyers – and we are a direct lender and approved seller and servicer by Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae and Ginnie Mae. Through our dedication to getting it done, we make every mortgage feel like a win. Visit crosscountrymortgage.com.

FUEL, a Greenville, S.C.-based marketing and advertising agency specializing in strategy, branding, and demand generation, is accepting applications for its FUEL for Good Grant program for the third quarter. As part of its commitment to community service, FUEL selects a local nonprofit and provides up to $10,000 of pro bono marketing services each quarter.

To qualify, applicants must be based in Greenville County, S.C., serve the local community, hold a valid 501(c)(3) certification, and have a clearly identifiable need for marketing assistance. Nonprofit organizations meeting these requirements are encouraged to complete an online application at www.fuelforbrands.com/grant. The deadline for the third quarter grant is June 17.

Launched in 2020, the FUEL for Good Grant program allows the agency’s team to collaborate and dedicate its strategic marketing and branding expertise to help nonprofits with specific marketing challenges allowing them to further their missions and address critical needs in the Greenville community. To date, FUEL has donated nearly 900 hours to ten local nonprofit organizations developing strategies, logos, videos, content, and campaigns generating impactful results.

Following an internal review of all submitted applications, FUEL will select the third quarter grant winner and begin work with the nonprofit in July. For more information or to apply for the FUEL for Good Grant program, please visit www.fuelforbrands.com/grant or contact Jesslyn Griffith at jesslyn@fuelforbrands.com.

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About FUEL
FUEL blends the talents of its team of 20+ creative storytellers, strategic marketers, talented designers, and data experts to create branding and marketing solutions that generate results. Working in partnership with its clients, FUEL crafts the right mix of marketing strategy, creative, and tools to help grow brands and drive business success. Headquartered in Greenville, S.C., FUEL supports companies in a variety of industries throughout the Southeast and across the U.S. For more information, visit fuelforbrands.com.

Paysmart is excited to introduce the newest member of the Paysmart team, Haleigh Bates!

Haleigh earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Georgia Southern University and she brings to our team nearly ten years of experience in business development, business administration, and customer service. She will be serving our clients as a Payroll Specialist.

“We are thrilled to add Haleigh to our growing team! We know that our clients trust us to manage their payroll with both a personal and professional touch, and Haleigh excels at both! We can’t wait for our clients to meet her.” – Brad Detandt, Payroll Administrator

The William Pender Team of CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM), one of the nation’s largest and fastest growing retail mortgage lenders, is excited to announce that James Poole has joined their growing branch as a business development specialist.

Prior to joining CCM, Poole served in the US Army in various roles, including in its 3rd Infantry (“The Old Guard” Official Escort to the President), as a member of the Military District of Washington Special Reaction Team, as a noncommission officer in charge for the SWAT Sniper Team for the 17th Military Police Detachment, as a Biometrics Trainer for the Combined Joint Inner Agency Task Force 435 and as a US Liaison for NATO Special Operations Task Force 47.

In his new role, Poole will be responsible for building and maintaining new business relationships for the branch.

Poole is a graduate of Laurens Academy, the US Military Police Academy, US Army Airborne School, the FBI Firearms Instructor School, and the FBI Foreign Weapons Advisor School.

He is a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Military Police Regiment Association, The Old Guard Association, and the Currahee Club.

Poole also serves as a national senior mentor/group leader for TAPS, the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, a peer support network for families of fallen service members and is the chairman of the Laurens County Chapter of the South Carolina Waterfowl Association.

The William Pender Team of CCM is located at 9 Washington Park in downtown Greenville and serves borrowers in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. For more information or to contact the branch, visit www.crosscountrymortgage.com/William-Pender-Team or call 864-233-4210.

About CrossCountry Mortgage
CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) is one of the nation’s largest retail mortgage lenders, with more than 8,000 employees operating more than 600 branches across all 50 states. Our company has been recognized eight times on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest growing private businesses and has received many awards for our standout culture. We offer more than 100 mortgage, refinance and home equity solutions – ranging from conventional and jumbo mortgages to government-insured programs for Veterans and rural homebuyers – and we are a direct lender and approved seller and servicer by Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae and Ginnie Mae. Through our dedication to getting it done, we make every mortgage feel like a win. Visit crosscountrymortgage.com

Immediate Release

Greenville, South Carolina
May 23, 2022

During the COVID-19 pandemic, families across the world where not able to visit their families and friends in person that resulted in a high rate of have isolation, depression, anxiety and loineness. Many people become disconnected from their family and friends, so Elder Source Ministries and Just Call Bill teamed together to develop a local program to help senior adults. Earlier this year, Elder Source Senior Ministries (501 c 3) received a grant to cover the costs of providing some a solution our seniors adults by connecting to their families and friends through technology.

Last week Stan Means (Elder Source Senior Ministries) and Bill Vicary (Just Call Bill) donated a Technology Center to The Phyllis Wheatly Center, Greenville, South Carolina. The Technology Center, consisting of a new 55” Smart TV, iPad, and mobile stand that will provide the senior adult program staff to help connect members with their family and friends, as well as be used in onsite programs through technology. They will be able to video chat through Zoom and Face Time to proactively engage with their loved ones. The Elder Source Senior Ministries free App is also included to provide hours of spiritual content, such as short devotions videos and hymns.“Ever since I talked with Stan and Bill about this project, our center has been looking forward to offer the ability to have our members see and talk to their families and friends and improve our programs. This is an amazing opportunity and will help our members and the community be actively engaged and to improve their quality of life,” Tiffany Boyd, Program Manager-Senior Adults, Phyllis Wheatly Center.

“Elder Source Senior Ministries has partnered with Just Call Bill and cover the cost and install the Technology Center. The Phyllis Wheatly Center is another great community resource for seniors to receive a technology center, and we are looking for other deserving communities and organizations to continue our vision to get seniors better connected through technology.” Stan Means, president, Elder Source Senior Ministries. This is the third Technology Center that has been donated by Elder Source Ministries and Just Call Bill.
About Phyllis Wheatly Community Center
Greenville, SC
The Phyillis Wheatly Community Center has been serving Greenville, SC more than 100 years as a 501 (c) (3) tax exempt organization. It is a true community center, serving as a hub for minority non-profits, providing space for governmental offices that bring needed services to residents, and collaborating with organizations across the Upstate to expose our children and adults to a variety of cultural and educational experiences
www.phylliswheatlysc.org
864.240.4242
Tiffany Boyd, Program Director

About Elder Source Senior Ministries
Greenville, SC
Elder Source is a Christian non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire seniors to live with purpose by honoring God in their latter years. We provide resources and an App that provides Christian content and inspirational materials.
www.eldersourceinfo.org
864.630.2952
Stan Means, President

About Just Call Bill
Greenville, SC
We provide technology services to senior adults and their families, so they can be better connected. Bill has worked with many seniors throughout the South Carolina teaching senior adults how to use their technology more confidently, effectively and safely, as well as other educational programs and services.
www.justcallbill.net
864.621.0224
Bill Vicary, Founder/President

Dr. Alex Kassalias has been confirmed as “Trauma Qualified”
by the Academy of Chiropractic
Dr. Alex Kassalias, a chiropractor located at 3 Webb Road, Greenville, South Carolina, has been confirmed as a “Trauma Qualified” Cleveland University Kansas City, with courses approved through the ACCGME in conjunction with the State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Kassalias has undergone rigorous training related to spine and trauma and is now formally qualified to either diagnose or manage all spine cases.
According to Dr. Mark Studin, the clinical director, “Dr. Kassalias joins an elite group of chiropractors nationally that has completed an extensive program in triaging the injured, MRI spine interpretation, spinal orthopedics, early detection for stroke, spinal biomechanical engineering and accident reconstruction for motor vehicle accidents. This recognition, which represents a level of clinical training, certifies that Dr. Kassalias is the best of the best through clinical excellence, and I am proud to add him as our newest member.”
Dr. Studin continued “as research evolves, the current scientific literature verifies that chiropractic, when utilized as the first provider significantly reduces disability in the workplace, overall pain, prevents recurring injuries and improves function in almost every aspect of life. Equally important, the scientific literature concludes that when chiropractic is considered as a first option for spine care, the need and use of opiates decreases, which contributes to help eradicate the opiate crisis in our society.”
Dr. Kassalias reports that he has professional relationships and collaborates with a vast array of medical surgeons and physicians as part of the team that manages spine cases as clinically indicated. His curriculum vitae can be found that www.USChiropracticDirectory.com.