AcumenIT extends the capability and capacity of your IT department, providing a flexible menu of IT resources and services to support your IT strategy and business objectives. It’s a legitimate challenge to find highly qualified professionals that can skillfully manage your IT operations. AcumenIT is staffed with a team of experienced IT engineers who will help you with general support needs, system upgrades, complex IT projects, IT audits, or the creation and deployment of a 3 year IT strategic plan. AcumenIT delivers industry-leading technology solutions for virtualization, cloud computing, security, wireless, and networking. AcumenIT offers an a la carte menu of services that enables you to pick and choose only those services you need.
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David Pense Acumen IT, LLC, Founder and CEO
William David Pence is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Acumen IT, LLC. Acumen is a regional information technology consultancy firm and systems provider to the medical services, financial services, legal services, business services, manufacturing, and distribution markets. David has led the company to plan and execute an innovative and intuitive 3-prong strategy that has enabled Acumen IT to specialize in some of the faster growing segments of the IT industry. This degree of focus has fueled both top-line revenue and a pattern of increasing profitability from the very beginning in 1999.
Mr. Pence continues to leverage innovation and technology for improved operational and financial performance for his clients. Mr. Pence specializes in developing and deploying innovative approaches to an organization’s most pressing problems and primary opportunities His involvement imprints an indelible culture within commercial, civic, and cultural entities that motivates, galvanizes, and unifies the organization’s personnel to fulfill its true purpose. David’s primary objectives when leading an organization are to identify and capture transformative opportunities, increase the productivity of people and processes, and optimize operational and financial performance. His prescriptive approach has equipped organizations of all shapes and sizes to make better decisions faster, leverage their strengths for a competitive edge, and maximal results.
Mr. Pence holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Engineering from Clemson University. He has been married since 1997 to his wife, April, and they have two children, Gavin who is 11 and Mia who is 7.
He can be reached at david.pence@acumenit.com | 864.271.9000
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Advanced Rigging & Machinery Movers, LLC has the experienced professionals combined with modern equipment, to handle your projects in the most safe and efficient manner. Our Innovative approach to rigging allows us to excel in our industry. Whether your company requires the relocation of a single piece of equipment or the relocation of your entire facility, we can show you how to save money and meet your deadline.
We have over 25 years of experience in Rigging, Erecting, Assembling, and Relocating all types of Machinery, Electrical Equipment, Process Equipment, and Modern Art. Let us show you how safe and efficiently we can handle your next project.
“Experienced Methods combined with Innovative Solutions”
Bahnson maintains both engineering and contracting licenses in most states across the country, and offers a variety of HVAC Services including Construction, Piping, Controls, Full Service Agreements, Preventative Maintenance, Facilities Management Systems, Replacement Parts, Air Filtration, Flakt™ Fan Service, Water Treatment, Air & Water Balance, as well as Repair Service.
Our mission is simple: By Focusing on our customers' needs and expectations, we will continuously improve our systems and service, helping our customers, employees, and owners to prosper. Our goal, through properly serving our customers, is repeat business. We look forward to helping you achieve your goals.
We are not right for everyone and we may not be right for you. However if you are looking for friendly, hassle free service and innovative solutions please give us a try. We pride ourselves on service before and after the sale.
BB&T Corporation, headquartered in Winston-Salem, N.C., is a fast growing, highly profitable financial holding company with ~$170 billion in assets. Its bank subsidiaries operate more than 1,800 branch offices in the Carolinas, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Georgia, Maryland, Tennessee, Alabama, Indiana, Texas, Florida and Washington, D.C. BB&T ranks No. 2 in market share in North Carolina, No. 3 in South Carolina, No. 4 in Virginia, No. 1 in West Virginia, No. 6 in Georgia, No. 7 in Maryland, No. 3 in Kentucky and No. 5 in Washington, D.C. BB&T's operating strategy distinguishes it from other financial holding companies. BB&T's banking subsidiaries are organized as a group of community banks, each with a regional president, which allows decisions to be made locally, close to the customer. This also makes BB&T's customer service more responsive, reliable and empathetic.
Since 1989, BB&T has completed the acquisition of over 55 community banks and thrifts, more than 70 insurance agencies and 21 non-bank financial services companies. This acquisition strategy has contributed significantly to BB&T's success.
Market President Profile:
Jon M. Chilton
Jon began his career in 2002 with Grubb & Ellis / Wilson Kibler in Columbia, S.C. He served as both Property Manager and Commercial Broker at the firm. In 2006, Jon joined BB&T and entered the Leadership Development Program in January of 2007. From 2007-2016, Jon served BB&T in Columbia as a Commercial Relationship Manager and Regional Corporate Banker. In August of 2016, Jon was promoted as the Greenville Market President for BB&T. He has served BB&T nearly 12 years in the State of South Carolina.
Jon is responsible for the leading the Greenville Commercial Banking Team and working alongside all of the Greenville BB&T associates to fulfill our Mission “to create the best financial institution possible”.
Education: University of South Carolina; Bachelor of Science in Real Estate/Finance – Minor in Political Science (August 2002) BB&T Leadership Development Program (2007) South Carolina Bankers School (July 2012) Leadership Columbia (2016)
Community: Current Treasurer - Greenville Chamber of Commerce Board Member – Miracle Hill Ministries, Inc. Member – Woodruff Road Presbyterian Church, Greenville SC
Brown & Brown is the best of both worlds. With specialists in all lines of coverage, we protect the investments of individuals and multi-million dollar businesses alike. As a national publicly traded insurance brokerage, we can access virtually any market, allowing us the competitive versatility and leverage not found with other smaller brokers. We will identify and measure the risk exposures before recommending and providing the most advantageous solutions. The decentralized culture of Brown & Brown Insurance gives us the local controls necessary to remain nimble and decisive bringing you the coverage and service you deserve. We represent you, the client, first.
We also offer bundle real estate service to small businesses, community groups and organizations which allows members to take advantage of special offers and interest rates.
Our Customized Mortgage Solution is a tailored system to match the right mortgage strategy for our client’s personal goals and objectives. We guarantee a smooth closing.
First Palmetto Mortgage is a BBB member in excellent standing, and member of the Greenville, Mauldin and Greer Chamber of Commerce.
First Palmetto Mortgage can be reached at (864) 234-5626 and is available on line 24/7 at www.1stpalmetto.com We welcome you to listen to the Upstate's most knowledgeable mortgage professional on ‘House Plans' every Saturday morning from 8am-9am on WORD AM 1330-950.
Duke Energy is one of the largest electric power holding companies in the United States. Its regulated utility operations serve approximately 7.4 million electric customers located in six states in the Southeast and Midwest, representing a population of approximately 24 million people. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Duke Energy is a Fortune 125 company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DUK. More information about the company is available at www.duke-energy.com.
Its two regulated utilities in South Carolina – Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress – combined serve about 730,000 electric customers in 28 of the state’s 46 counties.
Duke Energy is powering South Carolina with more than electricity. In 2015, the utility donated more than $1.7 million to nonprofit organizations throughout the state through the Duke Energy Foundation. The foundation annually funds more than $25 million to communities throughout Duke Energy’s six-state service area. For additional information on Duke Energy’s community giving programs visit www.duke-energy.com/foundation.
The Duke Energy economic development team helps power South Carolina and its economy through significant business recruitment and retention initiatives. In 2015, Duke Energy helped recruit more than $1.2 billion in capital investment and over 3,200 new jobs to South Carolina. Since 2005, a dedicated team of experts recruited customers with capital investment of approximately $12 billion. Those efforts produced more than 33,000 associated jobs for the state.
Hosted by Duke Energy, illumination is an online destination for stories about remarkable people, innovations, and community and environmental topics. It also offers glimpses into the past and insights into the future of energy.
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Clark Gillespy is president of Duke Energy’s utility operations in South Carolina, serving approximately 730,000 electric retail customers in the state.
He is responsible for advancing the company’s rate and regulatory initiatives and managing state and local regulatory and governmental relations, economic development and community affairs.
Prior to the merger between Duke Energy and Progress Energy in July 2012, Clark served as vice president of economic development, business development and territorial strategies for Duke Energy in North Carolina and South Carolina.
Clark joined the company in 2004 and has more than 25 years of combined experience in economic development, site selection consulting, and the practice of international law in both the United States and Europe. Working in partnership with economic development organizations in North and South Carolina, Clark and his team helped attract $18.7 billion in capital investments and more than 58,000 jobs to the Carolinas since 2005.
Headquartered in Greenville, SC, Find Great People (FGP) has been a nationally recognized executive recruitment firm for more than 35 years. Our talent platform has grown to be inclusive of Direct Hire Search, Temporary Talent, Human Resources Consulting, and Outplacement. With locations across the Southeast, FGP works with clients ranging from public companies to high growth, entrepreneurial organizations in 44 states and 14 countries. FGP is a trusted advisor and leading search partner for companies of all sizes and Boards of Directors, bringing decades of proven experience supported with regional and national networks. FGP provides the benefit of a boutique firm with the capabilities and resources of a large company.
Although awards don’t define an organization, we are fortunate to have been recognized as one of the 100 largest privately held companies in the SC 100 (three years), Inc. 500 and 5000 company (five consecutive years), one of South Carolina’s Fastest Growing Companies (four consecutive years) and a Best Place to Work in South Carolina (eight years total, 5 of which have been consecutive).
Please call our team for more information on recruiting, HR Consulting, or outplacement services at 864-297-0000.
Our innovative solutions improve business operations across organizational silos, deliver enterprise flexibility, and allow existing technology to remain in place until client business objectives demand otherwise.
Should a vital business imperative necessitate a new enterprise or line-of-business system, NWN’s Application Development Center of Excellence can design and implement a robust custom solution that meets our clients’ business requirements today and is architected for growth in the future.
KTM Solutions is a mechanical engineering company that provides turnkey mechanical systems and professional engineering services. KTM's niche is custom/specialty machine design, material handling solutions, mechanical structures and tooling, product development support, and CAD and analysis services. KTM's On Demand Engineering team utilizes state of the art design and analysis tools. We are focused on only one assignment, meeting your needs. The end result is exceptional performance at a great value.
Responsive Design-Build for Upstate South Carolina
At Marsh/Bell Construction, our design-build process begins with a collaborative partnership. Listening carefully to our varied church, commercial and industrial construction clients, we discern their unique mission, goals and ideals. A hand-picked team of design and construction professionals develop innovative, cost effective solutions for your design-build project. Versatile and experienced, our design-build teams earn high praise for professionalism, imaginative solutions, personal commitment and superbly managed budgets. Our superior design-build results create lasting relationships with repeat customers.
McMillan Pazdan Smith is a studio-based, regional architectural, interior design and planning firm whose mission is help their clients create environments that embody their personalities, enrich their lives and enhance the quality of their community. The firm represents a collaborative group of dedicated and enthusiastic design professionals that believe function, beauty, constructability and cost effectiveness are integral attributes of excellent design.
Through their collaborative culture, creativity and innovative design solutions, McMillan Pazdan Smith enjoys a premier clientele and diverse portfolio of complex, sophisticated projects that have received local, regional and national recognition.
Practicing since 1955, McMillan Pazdan Smith currently has offices in Asheville and Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA and Charleston, Greenville and Spartanburg, SC. The firm structure enables principals and senior personnel to provide hands-on, personal service from project inception through completion.
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Importantly, Muncaster Financial is an independent company who is not bound or restricted by a larger corporate entity to sell a specific product. Muncaster Financial has the advantage of being totally client focused, and will find the financial solutions that are most appropriate and effective for your particular situation.
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PML Associates develops stronger, more thoughtful and caring leaders for 300+ of our Fortune 500 clients in the U.S. and Canada who share an objective to maintain union-free and workplace violence-free operations. Here are a few examples: BMW, Michelin, Covidien, Gap, Canadian Tire, Hallmark Canada, Mother Parker's Tea & Coffee, Progistix Solutions; ExCel Logistics, UPS, SYSCO Foodservice, AmGen, Dell, Barnes Group, Unilever, Hyundai, Tim Horton’s, Target, Covidien, SC Johnson, Mercedes Benz, Graphic Packaging; Rio Tinto - Alcan, GE, General Mills, United Ren
Recruiting Solutions is a certified woman-owned and operated staffing and recruiting agency with offices in the Upstate, Midlands, and Pee Dee regions of SC. Headquartered in Greenville, Recruiting Solutions began operations in 1992, with the Columbia branch following a few years later. Most recently, Recruiting Solutions has expanded its reach with the opening of their Florence branch. Recruiting Solutions is equipped to handle all of an organization’s staffing needs from the occasional temporary associate to providing comprehensive, customized workforce solutions. Recruiting Solutions provides leading –edge staffing strategies through our Light Industrial, Information Technology, Office Professional and Executive Search/Direct Hire recruiting divisions. As a member of the People 2.0 network of independent staffing companies, Recruiting Solutions combines the best local service with the power of national support. With a team of dedicated staff with years of expertise, Recruiting Solutions strives to be an employer of choice by building quality partnerships, one solution at a time.
ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC) is the leading international distributor of specialty technology products, focusing on point-of-sale (POS) and barcode, communications and physical security solutions. ScanSource’s teams provide value-added services and operate from two technology segments, Worldwide Barcode & Security and Worldwide Communications & Services. ScanSource is committed to helping its reseller customers choose, configure, and deliver the industry’s best products across almost every vertical market in North America, Latin America and Europe. Founded in 1992, the Company ranks #751 on the Fortune 1000. For more information, visit www.scansource.com.
SCMEP is a private, non-profit group that provides South Carolina businesses with a range of innovative strategies and solutions to drive growth, eliminate waste, and develop resources.
Tandem Payment is a merchant processing company dedicated to serving the payment processing needs of merchants ranging from the small comer store to the large retailer and everything in between, with the primary focus on the small to mid-¬ sized merchant markets (receipts less than $15MM per year). We are here for the merchants that need the same equipment and services as the national chain stores but at a price they can afford. Tandem will offer these merchants customer service and follow-up that matches the commitment they demonstrate in their own business.
Tandem Awards • 2013 BBB Integrity Award - 1st merchant processing company to win this award • 2014 - A+ Better Business Bureau Rating • 2015 - SC 15th fastest growing small Business (SCBIZ Magazine) • 2016 - INC 5000 -Tandem ranks 2442 fastest growing private company in the nation
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