Upstate Business Journal

Each week, throughout the entire year, we present an updated perspective on business developments in the upstate. Our content combines news and opinions that highlight one of the nation's rapidly expanding areas. We deliver the latest business news and headlines to key leaders in our market, along with special features aimed at captivating a wide range of readers.

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Ameris Bank to open new branch in downtown Greenville

3 days ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | Megan Fitzgerald

Ameris Bank plans to open a new branch at 300 E. McBee Ave. in downtown Greenville. The Atlanta-based bank will occupy a portion of the building’s first-floor space to create a new full-service retail branch. To streamline operations, Ameris Bank’s commercial banking and mortgage teams will also relocate from the bank’s office at 301 N. Main St. to the new location. Ameris Bank aims to move into the new space on or before July 1.
United Community celebrates 75 years of banking, community service

5 days ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | Megan Fitzgerald

United Community prides itself on its steadfast commitment to serving people and communities over the past 75 years. This mission has guided the bank since its inception in 1950 as Union County Bank in Blairsville, Georgia. United Community has grown into one of the top financial institutions in the Southeast, serving thousands of customers across six states. The bank’s growth can be attributed to forward-thinking leadership and calculated expansion strategies.
New to the Street: Miracle Hill Thrift Store

5 days ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | Jeannie Putnam

Miracle Hill Thrift Store is an upscale resale boutique in Greenville. All net proceeds from the store will directly fund Miracle Hill Ministries programs and services. • For more information: For more information, visit thrift.miraclehill.org/locations
Planner: Networking events in the Upstate, May 30-June 5

1 week ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | Jeannie Putnam

Check out the latest networking events in the Upstate, May 30-June 5. This is It! Women’s Wellness Conference• What: This event will feature women who are experts in wellness, including holistic practitioners, medical doctors, coaches and restaurateurs.
Greenville receives three proposals for downtown conference center

1 week ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | Megan Fitzgerald

Efforts to create a conference center in downtown Greenville are progressing. In mid-February, the city of Greenville issued a request for information inviting private developers to submit new ideas for a conference center with an adjacent or connected high-end hotel. Three proposals were submitted to the city by the April 18 deadline. City leadership has begun the process of reviewing the proposals.
The Motley Fool: The rule of 110

1 week ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | John Olson

Ask the Fool: The rule of 110A: It’s a rough guideline for how you might allocate your assets. It’s conventional wisdom that as we age, we might shift some of our investment portfolio from stocks to “safer” categories, such as bonds and even certificates of deposit (CDs) or money market accounts. But how much should you keep in stocks at any one time? Enter the Rule of 110.
New to the Street: ReGenesis Family Pharmacy

1 week ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | Jeannie Putnam

ReGenesis Family Pharmacy opened in Woodruff. The business uses a cost-based pricing model when selling medications and offers free prescription delivery. • For more information: Call 864-902-1000 or visit myrhc.org
Grace Church plans youth ministries center in downtown Greenville

1 week ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | Megan Fitzgerald

Grace Church plans to create a new youth ministries center in downtown Greenville. The new center will be located in the two-story building at 50 S. Richardson St. across from the church’s downtown campus. Grace Church recently purchased the building and the front parking lot from Accente Group Inc. for $3.5 million, according to the Greenville County Register of Deeds. Renovation plans for the building were unveiled at the city of Greenville’s project preview meeting on May 27.
New to the Street: Daughter for Hire Greenville

1 week ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | Jeannie Putnam

Daughter for Hire Greenville provides non-medical in-home companion care for seniors. Its services include respite care, transition care, companionship, transportation, household assistance and errands. • For more information: Call 864-365-5495 or visit daughter-for-hire.com/greenville
Planner: Networking events in the Upstate, May 23-29

2 weeks ago | upstatebusinessjournal.com | Jeannie Putnam

Check out the latest networking events in the Upstate, May 23-29. • What: This committee is open to all Greenville Chamber members interested in environmental issues and how such issues can impact your business. • What: Join the Fountain Inn Chamber for this networking event. • Info: Free for Fountain Inn Chamber members, $5 per guest; Marnie Schwartz-Hanley at [email protected]. • What: Join the Simpsonville Chamber for this lunchtime event featuring a guest speaker.