Category: Press Release

DP3 Architects, Ltd. is pleased to announce the addition of Lauren Bradshaw and Carlo Mellone to the firm. Both team members join DP3 Architects with a Bachelor of Arts from Clemson University with a degree in Architecture. DP3 Architects looks forward to their contribution to the team in the community and hospitality studios.

DP3 Architects, established in 1984 and headquartered in the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina, is an architectural and interior design firm specializing in hospitality, higher education, and community projects. DP3 Architects designs projects that invite, inspire, and invigorate the people that work, live, and play in the spaces we create.

PEOPLE PLACES PURPOSE
www.dp3architects.com

GREENVILLE, S.C., July 1, 2022 – Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Marabella Townhouses, a 84-unit multifamily community located in Greenville, South Carolina. The asset sold for $19 million or $226,190 per unit.

“This property continued to perform well through its lease-up period, with rents increasing by 20 percent,” says William Graves, senior associate in the firm’s Charleston office. “This enabled us to bring in an out-of-state buyer with more aggressive pricing guidance.”

Graves, in addition to Nate McDaniel and Ryan Lipomi, had the exclusive listing to market the property on behalf of the seller. The team also secured the out-of-state buyer.

Marabella Townhouses is located at 199 Marabella Circle in Greenville, South Carolina. Completed in 2022, its 84 units contain a combined 120,540 rentable square feet and sit on 6.80 acres of land.

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About Marcus & Millichap, Inc. (NYSE: MMI)
Marcus & Millichap, Inc. is a leading brokerage firm specializing in commercial real estate investment sales, financing, research and advisory services with offices throughout the United States and Canada. As of December 31, 2021, the company had 1,994 investment sales and financing professionals in 82 offices who provide investment brokerage and financing services to sellers and buyers of commercial real estate. The company also offers market research, consulting and advisory services to clients. Marcus & Millichap closed 13,255 transactions in 2021, with a sales volume of approximately $84.4 billion. For additional information, please visit www.MarcusMillichap.com.

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