Behind the Brand Archives

Q and A with Tri-County Technical College’s Melanie Gillespie

The need for financial assistance has increased across the board as the costs of higher education have crept steadily higher.

Q and A with Edward Johnson, owner of Old Colony Furniture

Today, the three-generation family business sells furniture out of its 30,000-square-foot showroom at 3411 Augusta Road in Greenville

Q and A with Dan Weidenbenner, Executive Director of Mill Village Ministries

Mill Village Ministries Executive Director Dan Weidenbenner offers insight on the work of his organization.

Q and A with Scott Johnston, founder of Johnston Design Group

The Greenville-based architecture firm has designed significant projects across Upstate South Carolina over the past 25 years.

Q and A with Graham Montgomery, Timberlab VP and director of preconstruction

Graham Montgomery, Timberlab VP and director of preconstruction, offers insight on the rapid growth of mass timber use in construction.

Q and A with Gina Blohm, chief development officer for Community Foundation of Greenville

In her role, Blohm supports individuals with their charitable giving and works alongside professional advisors to help their clients achieve their philanthropic goals.

Q and A: Mark Ratchford and Mark Masaschi, president and senior partner, KDS Caine

Together, they combine deep experience, strong community ties, and a shared commitment to thoughtful growth, positioning KDS Caine as a partner in shaping the region’s future.

Q and A: Ryan Hamilton, CEO of Greenville’s Plus-Plus USA

The business is focused on sustainability, with its Danish factory powered by wind energy.

Q and A: Sharyl Smith, Prisma Health chief strategy officer

In this role, she guides Prisma’s strategic initiatives and growth and leads planning, marketing and communications, philanthropy, and veterans’ affairs.

Behind the Brand: Q and A with Audrey Frey, market leader for CBRE South Carolina

Frey, who has more than 25 years of experience, previously held leadership roles at CBRE in Atlanta and was the U.S. East Region leader for the Broker Operating Platform.