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Southern First Bancshares Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, has appointed Blair Miller as chief retail experience officer and executive vice president (Photo/DepositPhotos)|Ryan Benton
Apr 22, 2025

The Southern Bank taps Charleston executive for C-suite role

The executive will oversee and manage major operational areas with a focus on driving strategic growth in future locations along the South Carolina coast.

Southern First Bancshares Inc., holding company for Greenville-headquartered Southern First Bank, has promoted Wes Wilbanks to chief credit officer and executive vice president. (Photo/Southern First Bank)|Southern First Bancshares Inc., holding company for Greenville-headquartered Southern First Bank, has promoted Wes Wilbanks to chief credit officer and executive vice president. (Photo/Southern First Bank)
Apr 11, 2025

South Carolina bank adds to its C-suite with promotion

Prior to joining the bank, the executive spent the prior 11 years with a regional bank in a variety of senior credit roles.

The Southern Bank has appointed M.J. “J.” Huggins III as its new CEO. (Photo/The Southern Bank)
Apr 10, 2025

Upstate-headquartered Southern Bank names new Charleston-based CEO

The executive brings nearly 40 years of experience in community banking leadership.

The Southern Bank has appointed M.J. “J.” Huggins III as its new CEO. (Photo/The Southern Bank)
Apr 10, 2025

Spartanburg-based Southern Bank names new CEO

The executive brings nearly 40 years of experience in community banking leadership.

Chris Robinson has been appointed as the region’s top executive, which marks a pivotal moment for First Bank’s expansion in the Upstate. (Photo/First Bank)
Apr 3, 2025

First Bank names new top executive for the Upstate

Born and raised in Greenville, the executive has 17 years of banking experience.

Building on its storied 68-year history in York County, Family Trust Federal Credit Union has expanded into Greenville, its first location in the county. (Photo/Family Trust Credit Union)
Mar 28, 2025

Midlands-based credit union expands with first Greenville County location

During its week-long grand opening, the credit union partnered with Harvest Hope to collect donations and support those in need.

Hunter Westbrook, president and CEO, recently rang The Opening Bell along with members of HomeTrust Bank’s board of directors and executive management team, in celebration of the bank moving its listing to the New York Stock Exchange. (Photo/HomeTrust Bank)
Mar 3, 2025

Bank with South Carolina ties moves stock listing to New York Stock Exchange

The bank, which has $4.6 billion in assets, now trades under a new ticker symbol.

Southern First Bancshares Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, has appointed Blair Miller as chief retail experience officer and executive vice president (Photo/DepositPhotos)|Ryan Benton
Feb 24, 2025

Greenville bank with statewide locations adds to its C-suite with hire

The executive most recently serving as area manager and senior vice president at Pinnacle Financial Partners.

Feb 20, 2025

Charleston-based bank names Lowcountry market president

The executive will lead a team of commercial bankers covering the Lowcountry and Grand Strand.

Self-Help Credit Union has named Rebecca Walker as its new Charleston area regional manager. (Photo/Self-Help Credit Union)
Feb 13, 2025

Credit Union with Columbia presence to enter Charleston market

The credit union has branches in Greenville and Columbia that currently serve 7,000 members.

Self-Help Credit Union has named Rebecca Walker as its new Charleston area regional manager. (Photo/Self-Help Credit Union)
Feb 13, 2025

Credit union to enter Charleston market, names lead executive

The credit union has branches in Greenville and Columbia that currently serve 7,000 members.

Self-Help Credit Union has named Rebecca Walker as its new Charleston area regional manager. (Photo/Self-Help Credit Union)
Feb 13, 2025

Credit Union with Greenville presence to enter Charleston market

The credit union has branches in Greenville and Columbia that currently serve 7,000 members.