Evan Peter Smith, Author at UPSTATE BUSINESS JOURNAL

BMarko Structures aims to use ‘modular units’ to address housing affordability in the Upstate

The facility will utilize prefabricated “submodules” made in Dacula, Georgia.

Fountain Inn sees two new prospective developments in the works

Planned development projects would cover nearly one hundred acres

CNC Cabinetry leases 109,000-square-foot facility in Spartanburg

“CNC Cabinetry has grown significantly in the past five years to meet consumer demand,” said Robert Hunter, CNC’s chief operations officer.

Society: Sandwich Bar and Social Club set to open in former Charlie’s Steakhouse location on Coffee Street

The restaurant will be open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Lewis Barbecue will take over Tommy’s Ham House location, bringing Austin-style ‘cue to the Upstate

Those unfamiliar with Lewis Barbecue, the original location of which is in Charleston, should also know that it’s a quick-moving operation.

Greenville County saw strong year for economic development despite pandemic

The county saw another strong year for economic development, thanks to a record $631 million in new capital investment and an additional 1,422 new jobs, even as COVID-19-related shutdowns have skimmed the profits off businesses large and small alike.

Tasty As Fit grab-and-go concept combines fresh ingredients and a family-run philosophy

The healthy grab-and-go concept has just opened at 3017 Augusta Road, in the former Mug & Muffin Cafe spot across the street from The O5.

Real estate investment is booming as ‘tertiary city’ trend sweeps the nation

When it comes to the commercial real estate market, Greenville’s small reputation is one of its greatest assets.

Locally brewed Harriott’s Hard Lemonade and Islander Ginger Beer continue a historical saga

Founded by Georgia Dunn in 2012, the company has just released its newest beverage, Harriott’s Hard Lemonade, a natural take on a typical alcoholic lemonade.

Mauldin’s long-planned City Center project is set to open in summer 2022

The stated goal of the overall project is to create a “community hub."