Aran USA, an international manufacturer of sustainable liquid packaging  solutions, is investing $4 million to expand its Greer, South Carolina facility, doubling  production capacity and creating 18 new jobs over the next two years

SC Housing Executive Director Richard Hutto will retire at the start of the new year, ending nearly four decades of service in public finance, community development and affordable housing. Hutto’s final day will be Jan. 2, 2026.

NAPA VALLEY, CA – Lima One Capital recently closed a $23.8 million loan to fund construction of 15 high-end homes in an infill development in Wine Country. A renowned Bay Area builder with decades of experience in the area came to Lima One for funds to develop new homes on a 5.8-acre in-town lot in Napa County, California. Based on the quality of the sponsors and the uniqueness of the opportunity, Lima One provided a ground-up construction loan for all 15 homes in the develop

The Greenville Chamber has released its 2026 Public Policy Agenda that outlines the priorities of the business community for Greenville County and the State of South Carolina.

Community Association Management Services (CAMS) announced that David Brown has taken the position of Accounting & Finance Services Manager.

The Commons announced the opening of Evolve, a new wellness studio dedicated to personal transformation, hands-on healing, and modern wellness. Founded by longtime friends Patrick Brown and Jessica Clohessy, the 3,300-square-foot studio introduces a full range of experiences designed to support both physical and mental well-being. The studio is located along the Swamp Rabbit Trail adjacent to The Commons market. “At its core, Evolve is about helping people feel more connected

GREENVILLE, SC – For the third year in a row, readers of the Post and Courier have named Wagner Wealth Management Greenville’s Best Financial Planner in the Post and Courier Greenville’s Readers’ Choice contest. For almost two decades, Wagner Wealth Management has specialized in customizing financial strategies for high-net-worth individuals and companies. By working closely together, they help their clients meet their personal and professional goals. More than 10,000 people

GREENVILLE, SC – Bryan Brown, the founding CEO of the Greenville Housing Fund, will be leaving the agency at the end of the month to take a post with NeighborWorks America. “This marks the end of an historic era for the Housing Fund,” said Jimmy Kimbell, the board chairman for the agency. “Bryan has done a tremendous job of taking us from the ground-up and he leaves us in a place where we can continue to succeed.” Brown’s last official day with the Greenville Housing Fund wil

Cox and Dinkins, Inc. is expanding its engineering firm into Greenville Opening on January 5, 2026, and located at 500 E. North Street, Suite B, in downtown Greenville, their new office will be led by Chandler Gibbs, PE, and will provide comprehensive civil engineering services to support a wide-ranging market of community development projects . Cox and Dinkins’ portfolio spans these markets covering the private and public sector, educational, institutional, and industrial d

Affordable Upstate has secured a $59 million loan for the crossed collateralized cash-out refinancing of Paris Park, Terrain at Haywood, and Mauldin Meadows through a partnership with JLL Capital Markets.

GREENVILLE, S.C. –  Do you have plans for the weekend of March 27th, 2026? Now you do. Weekend passes are now  on sale for the Reedy Reels Film Festival, the Upstate’s largest Film Festival taking place March 27th-29th in downtown Greenville. An all-access weekend pass grants fans entry to all film blocks, education panels and parties. The pass will also provide attendees with reserved seating on Saturday and Sunday as well as 20% off merchandise and concessions. From now unt

GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Housing Fund announced key targets for making living in Greenville more affordable in 2026. During its annual meeting held at the Southern First Bank headquarters, GHF staff laid out major goals for 2026 while accentuating some of its wins in 2025. Some major goals for 2026 include: launch the Strategic Planning process for the 2026–2029 cycle, setting a strong foundation for its work in the years ahead; enhancing resident services in meaningfu

Local conservation nonprofit Upstate Forever recently announced two updates related to its land trust. First, the organization recently attained its fourth accreditation by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, which recognizes land trusts meeting the highest national standards for excellence and conservation permanence.

MAULDIN, SC, December 9, 2025 – For the fifth consecutive year, readers of South Carolina Business Magazines have honored BASF sites across Upstate South Carolina with a Best in Business Award. In 2025, BASF earned a Silver Award in the Best Advanced Materials and Plastics Company category for its sites in Central (Clemson), White Stone, Mauldin and Seneca. The company previously earned Gold in the same category in 2024. BASF sites also earned Gold Awards in both the Best Man

GREENVILLE, S.C. — Wagner Wealth Management was honored with four 2025 South Carolina Best in Business Awards this week.  Nominated and voted on by the public, the firm received two Gold Awards for Best Company of the Year and Best Financial Brokerage Firm while also earning two Silver Awards for Best Wealth Management Firm and Best Executive (Dan Wagner). The South Carolina Best in Business Awards, published by Greenville Business Magazine, is an annual award that recognizes

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP announced the continued growth of its Greenville Litigation Team.

GREENVILLE, SC --  As part of its 40 th anniversary celebration, Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County has launched its annual Women’s Build program with a new approach. Peer-to- Peer fundraising. “We are doing this by creating 10 teams of influential women in the Greenville Community, challenging them to invite four or more of their friends to be a part of their team,” said LaTonya Phillips, President and CEO of Habitat Greenville. “That will make 40 women supporting th

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) opened a new parking garage this week. delivering new infrastructure designed to support continued passenger growth and enhance customer experience

Toates Law Firm has added Jan Horton, Esq. and Lauren Wagner, Esq., further strengthening the growing Firm and expanding the Commercial Real Estate practice.

CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, received top honors during the Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas (ABC Carolinas) 2025 Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards this year. CarolinaPower received the “Best in Class” Eagle Award — the highest-level award — for its exemplary work on Clemson University’s new Alumni and Visitors Center, which officially opened in April 2025. CarolinaPower’