John Boyanoski, Author at UPSTATE BUSINESS JOURNAL

Independent bottler Refresco expanding in Greenville County

Refresco, a global leader among independent bottlers for retailers and A-brands in Europe and North America, has announced plans to expand operations in Greenville County by late April. The company’s…

New Year, New We: how Upstate businesses practice Corporate Wellness

According to a recent study from SmartAsset, Greenville County workers have access to some of the best workplace benefits in South Carolina. Many businesses incorporate corporate wellness programs into the company’s…

Brewery, marketplace, restaurants slated for warehouse and shipping container project in Simpsonville

A new project is slated for Trade Street in Simpsonville. The Warehouse at Vaughn’s will be a family-friendly venue with a brewery, the Trade Street Marketplace, restaurants and outdoor space.…

Taproom, restaurants, axe throwing and more coming to mixed-use development near downtown Greenville airport

Tower Drive, a new mixed-use development, will be opening near the Greenville Downtown Airport in spring 2021. It will serve as a destination for visitors and residents to witness a…

CommunityWorks announces 10 month business development training course and grant opportunity

CommunityWorks is currently enrolling Upstate entrepreneurs to participate in its inaugural business-development course, CommunityWorks Academy. The course is a 10-month training program designed to help business owners understand, properly manage…

Turbine Federal Credit Union announces merger with Self-Help Credit Union

Greenville-based Turbine Federal Credit Union announced its merger with Self-Help Credit Union, headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. Turbine has approximately 2,900 members and $26 million in assets. The merger was…

Pelican International acquires Confluence Outdoor

Pelican International announced today the acquisition of Greenville-based Confluence Outdoor. With this acquisition, Pelican International now offers a comprehensive assortment of paddle sports equipment. “The entire Pelican team, my brother…

Palmetto Pedic establishing operations in Cherokee County

Palmetto Pedic, a mattress manufacturing company, announced plans today to establish operations in Cherokee County. The $8.5 million investment is expected to create more than 60 new jobs. “Palmetto Pedic…

ShipChain launches new final mile delivery platform

ShipChain, a blockchain-based logistics solutions provider located in Greenville, launched a new Final Mile delivery platform today. It will help improve visibility for customers, shorten waiting time and delivery windows,…

Commercial vehicle company Noregon expands team in Greenville County

Noregon, an internet of things (IoT) company specializing in commercial vehicle solutions, announced today plans to expand its current operations in Greenville County, South Carolina. The expansion is expected to…