The Post and Courier Greenville

GREENVILLE, SC – Brunch lovers, unite! Bubbly Side Up! A Brunch Festival is returning to Events at Judson Mill this March.

From 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 1st, attendees can expect liquid libations, bottomless sweet and savory brunch bites, live music from Kami Ocean & The Rhythm and more. Whether you’re a pancake enthusiast, a mimosa aficionado, or both; don’t miss your chance to indulge in mouthwatering bites from the Upstate’s top chefs and sip on signature cocktails as you enjoy live entertainment at Events at Judson Mill, 701 Easley Bridge Road in Greenville.

Some of the participating vendors you can expect to see are Mill City Kitchen, Chef 360, Holy Moli Mexican Fusion and more. All ticket levels include unlimited sweet and savory brunch dishes plus as many mimosas and Bloody Marys as you can responsibly drink. VIP guests get early admission (that means first dibs on all the flavors!), a champagne greet plus access to the VIP build-your-own-bloody/mimosa bar.

Please note that all guests must be at least 21 years of age to attend the event. Tickets can be purchased at https://highspiritshospitality.ticketspice.com/bubbly-side-up-2025.

“We had a blast putting on this event last year,” said Tammy Johnson, CEO of High Spirits Hospitality, the parent company of Events at Judson Mill. “We’ve got an incredible lineup of the finest local chefs and live entertainment that will make it an afternoon to remember. Grab your tickets now before they sell out, and come hungry for a truly unforgettable brunch experience.”

About High Spirits Hospitality

High Spirits Hospitality is the parent company of five independent brand companies: Liquid Catering, Events at Judson Mill, Bravo1 Protection, The 405, and High Spirits Events. What started as a small bartending service has grown into a thriving South Carolina-based company with more than 150 employees, more than 35,000 square feet of real estate, and scores of awards and accolades.

Digital Site Box, an onsite documentation solution, has hired Meredith Kinsey as COO. In this role, Kinsey will oversee operations, drive strategic initiatives, and support the company’s growth as it strives to revolutionize construction documentation management.

Most recently president and COO of FUEL, Kinsey brings a wealth of experience in operations, marketing, and business leadership. With a proven track record in scaling operations, optimizing processes, and delivering growth, she is well-positioned to help Digital Site Box capitalize on its first-mover advantage and expand its market presence.

“I am thrilled to join Digital Site Box at such a pivotal time,” said Kinsey. “The company has an incredible opportunity to redefine construction documentation management, and I look forward to working alongside this talented team to drive operational excellence and innovation.”

Digital Site Box offers a cutting-edge solution that streamlines construction documentation management, providing unmatched value to residential home builders, general contractors, third-party inspectors, engineers, and municipalities. The company aims to enhance its strategic execution, ensuring sustained growth and success for its customers.

“Meredith is an exceptional addition to our leadership team,” said Thomas Strange IV, Founder and CEO of Digital Site Box. “Her experience and strategic vision align perfectly with our mission to transform construction documentation management. She will play a key role in our continued success.”

For more information about Digital Site Box, please visit digitalsitebox.us

About Digital Site Box
Headquartered in Greenville, SC, Digital Site Box is an onsite documentation solution designed to streamline workflows and enhance project efficiency. With a commitment to innovation and customer success, the company empowers residential home builders, general contractors, third-party inspectors, engineers, and

GREENVILLE, S.C. – Lima One Capital, the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors, has hired mortgage servicing industry leader Dave Hughes as its new Senior Director of Core Servicing.
Hughes, who will lead the team that services Lima One’s multibillion-dollar portfolio of loans, has over 20 years of experience in loan servicing, specializing in leading teams that have enhanced operational performance and customer experience. He most recently spent 12 years at RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing, assuming the role of EVP of servicing operations and overseeing portfolio management, regulatory compliance, and process optimization.
“I am excited to join Lima One Capital and partner with their amazing leadership team. I am most impressed with the extraordinary culture they have intentionally crafted and strengthened over the years, and the incredible growth opportunities before us,” Hughes said. “The team and I will partner to shape their already impressive servicing operation for scale and unparalleled excellence.”

Among Hughes’ career accomplishments are:
Spearheading the operational integration of an acquired company, ensuring a seamless transition and retention of key leadership.
Orchestrating the successful transfer of 800,000 loans over 16 months, increasing the existing portfolio 8x with no increase to complaints per loan or exam findings.

Leading teams and processes to improve Serious Delinquency Quality by 100 basis points within 120 days.

Reducing the cost to service loans by increasing operational efficiency and improving accounts per employee from 800 to 1,800 with no degradation in customer service.

“Dave’s ability to drive strategic initiatives and streamline servicing operations has earned him a reputation as a servicing industry leader,” Lima One CEO Josh Woodward said. “His passion for leadership development and delivering exceptional service to clients will be a tremendous asset to Lima One.”

Greenville Classical Academy Receives National Ranking Award for the CLT
January 22, 2025

Greenville Classical Academy has been named one of the top 20 schools in the Classic Learning Test’s 2025 CLT School Rankings. This award recognizes Greenville Classical Academy’s student body for collectively receiving one of the highest average CLT scores out of schools across the United States during the 2023-2024 academic year.

The CLT is a college entrance exam and alternative to the SAT® and ACT® designed for 11th and 12th graders and offered by the Classic Learning Test (CLT). Evaluating reading, grammar, writing, and mathematics, the CLT provides a comprehensive measure of achievement and aptitude and engages students with thoughtful reading material drawn from classic literature and historical texts. It is accepted as an admissions exam at over 250 colleges and universities across the U.S. and abroad.

Since its inception in 2016, Classic Learning Test has offered assessments steeped in more intellectually rich and rigorous content than other standardized tests. Out of the hundreds of schools that take the CLT every year, Greenville Classical Academy’s recognition in Classic Learning Test’s 2025 School Rankings is a remarkable achievement.

The 2nd annual SC Resilience Conference will take place April 7-9, 2025, in downtown Greenville, S.C. This one-of-a-kind conference unites the dynamic sectors of health and wellness, conservation, and resilience.

The SC Resilience Conference is one of the many initiatives of South Carolina 7, a partnership project between two South Carolina non-profit organizations- the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor and Global Eco Adventures.

“The incredible success of our inaugural year has shown us just how powerful collaboration can be when building a more resilient South Carolina,” said Michelle McCollum, Co-Chair of the conference. “We are thrilled to announce that the SC Office of Resilience is joining us as the Community and Economic Resilience Track Sponsor. Their leadership and support will play a key role in strengthening our mission to ensure healthy people, healthy places, and a healthy economy is a reality in South Carolina now and for future generations.”

The 2025 conference line-up features Lt. Governor, Pamela Evette, Ben Duncan, South Carolina Chief Resilience Officer, Dr. Tom Mullikin, Director of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Sarah Lyles, Executive Director of PalmettoPride, and many more.

The SC Resilience Conference is honored to name the South Carolina Office of Resilience as its Community and Economic Resilience Sponsor and BlueCross BlueShield and the Medical University of South Carolina as its Health and Wellness Sponsors.

“Resilience is an ever-changing and growing field, requiring communication and coordination with public and private entities to increase the ability of South continue to thrive when presented with environmental changes and natural hazards,” said South Carolina Chief Resilience Officer, Ben Duncan. “SCOR is proud to partner with SC7 to highlight South Carolina’s existing resilience efforts, share best practices, and advance the work of building resilient communities, economies, and ecosystems.”

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (January 22, 2025)—Truliant, a top 100 U.S. credit union, announced that it opened a new branch today in Mauldin, S.C., as part of its Upstate South Carolina expansion. The branch is located at 513 N. Main St.
The 3040-square-foot branch has a modern, fresh design, plenty of dedicated parking, and 24-hour ATM access. It also has a station with games and activities for kids.
“We’re excited to open our fifth branch location in Upstate South Carolina as we continue to grow in the region,” said Andrea “Andy” Bunn, vice president, branch network, for Truliant. “We look forward to building new relationships with Mauldin residents and showing them how a Truliant membership can support their financial goals.”
With an open floor plan and teller pods that remove barriers and allow for a more consultative approach to member interactions, Truliant locations feature a unique design concept that focuses on service and a high-quality member experience. The lobby hours will be Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Mauldin and the other four branch locations are part of an expansion strategy along the I-85 corridor in the Upstate market—Truliant plans to open additional branches in the region in 2025.
Truliant has had a physical presence in the Upstate for almost three decades. The Upstate is the fourth regional concentration of Truliant branches, including: the Charlotte-Metro area, North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad and southwestern Virginia.
About Truliant Federal Credit Union
Truliant is a mission-driven, not-for-profit financial institution based in Winston-Salem. It improves lives by providing great service and straightforward financial solutions. Truliant was chartered in 1952 and serves 340,000+ members. A top 100 U.S. credit union, Truliant has more than 35 branches in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.

Infinity Marketing (“Infinity”), a partnership and results-focused integrated marketing agency established in 1993, is pleased to welcome John McNelly as Chief Operations Officer.

“I’ve had the privilege of working with Infinity at different points in my career,” said McNelly. “This team embodies the strength of strategic partnerships and I couldn’t be more excited to join them.”

McNelly brings more than 30 years of marketing and sales expertise to Infinity, having held various leadership roles across the telecommunications and multi-family property technology industries. In his new role, he will oversee Infinity’s day-to-day operations and collaborate with the leadership team to implement strategies that optimize efficiency and drive sustainable growth.

“We are excited to welcome John to the team,” said Bo Rogers, President and CEO. “He’s been a trusted partner and a tremendous asset over the years. With his proven leadership and deep industry knowledge, we’re confident he will help streamline our operations and boost the value we provide to our clients.”

Carolina Handling has donated proceeds from sales of its holiday pop-up book, Santa’s One-Stop Integration Shop, presenting a $5,000 check to Literacy Together in Asheville, North Carolina.

One of the country’s leading integrated material handling solutions providers, Carolina Handling published the children’s pop-up book to help educate customers and potential customers about the company’s continuing evolution from a forklift-only provider to an intralogistics partner offering end-to-end solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities.

The fourth and final children’s book in Carolina Handling’s Solutions for Santa series, Santa’s One-Stop Integration Shop incorporates pop-ups to illustrate flow racking, a very narrow aisle wire guidance order picker, a spiral vertical conveyor and vertical lift modules in three-dimensional fashion.

“We’ve had fun the past three years raising our brand awareness and positioning Carolina Handling as a leading material handling integrator with our Solutions for Santa children’s books,” said Carolina Handling Director of Marketing Donna Waldrep. “Pop-up books have been used for many years to help readers understand complex or abstract concepts, so we decided to make this year’s book an interactive experience.”

Written by the Carolina Handling Marketing department and illustrated by Jason Craft, Santa’s One-Stop Integration Shop was created as a holiday gift for customers and community partners. Copies were then sold online to benefit Literacy Together, which has served the Buncombe County area for almost 40 years.

“Our corporate sponsors play a vital role in helping Literacy Together achieve its mission of transforming lives and communities through literacy,” said Literacy Together Executive Director Amanda Wrublewski. “We are grateful to Carolina Handling for their generous donation, which is essential for supporting our youth, adult, and ESOL programs.”