BizBrief is your weekly, business-focused companion to the daily newsletter. | Graphic by 6AM City
Hi there — I’m Cat, Senior Managing Editor of BizBrief, GVLtoday’s new weekly newsletter built to highlight our local business community.
BizBrief is your download on the local business landscape, delivering concise recaps — from news and podcasts to events, thought leadership, jobs, and company updates — all in one scroll-worthy newsletter to start your week informed, not overwhelmed.
If you already read our GVLtoday newsletter, think of BizBrief as its business-focused companion — zooming in on the stories, opportunities, and conversations shaping the local business community.
A little about me: I started at 6AM City, GVLtoday’s parent company, as a City Editor over four years ago, became a Managing Editor overseeing six markets (including GVLtoday), and now I’m excited to bring that experience back to community content as the Senior Managing Editor of BizBrief.
We want BizBrief to highlight what matters most to you. Got a local business story, podcast, or company update worth sharing? Send it our way or fill out the short survey below — your ideas can help guide our coverage.
Bonus: Keep scrolling to find out what fuels this newsletter.
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Share your own company updates or point us to your favorite local podcasts, press releases, thought leadership, and real estate listings so we can spotlight them in future editions.
Ranked GVL means business. Greenville is a top-performing and highly resilient market, according to the Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities 2026 report. Key economic drivers include significant job creation, intense population growth, and an investor-friendly business climate.
Development
Last week, Hydrite Chemical Co. announced it will invest $63 million in a new 50,000-sqft facility in Laurens County’s Hunter Industrial Park, bringing 13 jobs and expanded manufacturing, logistics, and lab operations to the area. Operations are expected to launch in 2028. (Upstate Business Journal)
Job
The City of Greenville is hiring a Business Administrator to help lead city operations. This full-time role offers $95,000–$133,000 for experienced municipal leaders ready to make an impact.
Gallery
The Greenville City Economic Development Corporation (GCEDC) held a launch party to introduce its new Founders Circle initiative. This effort is designed to strengthen the public-private partnership that drives economic growth. See the gallery. (Upstate Business Journal)
Civic
Applications for Leadership Greenville Class 53 are officially open, with a deadline to apply by April 1. Ready to take the plunge? Senior Newsletter Editor Danielle’s experience might be the motivation you need.
Coming Soon
Last week, the long-planned Publix broke ground at Powdersville Plaza, owned by Aston. The 48,000-sqft store will be the chain’s third in Anderson County, with existing tenants remaining open during construction. Parking and landscaping upgrades are expected to wrap in 2027. (Upstate Business Journal)
Jobs
Coastal Precast Systems plans to open a new facility on Commerce Avenue in Clinton, investing $9 million and creating nearly 70 jobs in Laurens County. The infrastructure manufacturer, which produces precast concrete for bridge and marine projects, expects operations to begin between July and September. (WSPA)
Biz
Florida-based Mainsail Lodging & Development has taken over management of the Spartanburg Marriott, a 247-room downtown hotel with 30,000 sqft of meeting and event space. The move aims to strengthen the property’s role as a key hub for business travel, meetings, and events in Spartanburg and the broader Upstate.
Job TK PR is hiring a PR Coordinator to support operations and PR efforts. This hybrid role is ideal for a Type A self-starter with strong instincts, organization skills, and a desire to learn travel + hospitality PR. Sparkle required — send your resume to taryn@tkpublicrelations.com.
Listen Want to feel the love? In a Valentine’s Day-themed episode of Simple Civics: EdTalks, host Catherine Schumacher chats with married leaders from Greenville County Schools about love, leadership, and public education. Thanks to reader Joey E. for the tip — and the lunch rec: Pupuseria La Estrella.
Launched
Greenville’s own Kate White Little just launched Kate White Little Communications. With 20+ years of PR experience, her agency helps local and national clients turn big ideas into smart, creative campaigns — from media relations to events, influencer partnerships, and more. Congrats on the launch.
State It’s time for South Carolina Manufacturing Madness again. Which Palmetto State-made product do you think is the coolest? Nominate your favorite now through Thursday, Feb. 19. The competition is pretty varied — just look at past winners like High Noon and the F-16 Fighting Falcon.
Events
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Editor’s Picks
Leadership Exchange: Start With What’s Strong | Wednesday, Feb. 18 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | FlyWheel Coworking | Free, RSVP | Snag a spot to this strengths-based leadership session led by Janna Pennington of Furman University, focused on bringing out the best in you and your team.
Sweetheart Charity Ball | Saturday, Feb. 21 | 6-11 p.m. | $175 | Join community leaders and philanthropists for an elegant evening supporting Meals on Wheels Greenville with dinner, auctions, music, and dancing (21+).
If you already read our daily product, think of BizBrief as its weekly, business-focused companion. | Graphic by 6AM City
We sat down with our CEO, Ryan Johnston, for a behind-the-scenes look at what fuels BizBrief — and him.
Why introduce a business newsletter?
I think of it less as a newsletter and more as a weekly business section.
What problem does your product solve?
Talking about business together and delivering everything you need to make the most of the city you call home. Like GVLtoday, BizBrief will center on strong reader participation and source from traditional media, influencers, and company communications — creating a community that engages with local business news together.
How will BizBrief differ from all the other local business newsletters?
BizBrief will follow the same formula as our daily GVLtoday newsletter — aggregating, curating, narrating, and highlighting the most important business news from across the local business landscape. The goal: to help local businesses and the professionals who work in them thrive.
Office Professional office building, for sale | 310 Mills Ave. | 3,500 sqft | $825,000 | Move-in-ready office a mile from Downtown Greenville with no city taxes and ample parking.
Retail Mixed-use suite, for lease | 120 N. Markley St. | 5,691 sqft available | Call for rate | A flexible layout (retail or office space), high-end finishes, rooftop patio, and prime location near Fluor Field, Unity Park, and downtown amenities.
Industrial Class A industrial building, for lease | Augusta Arbor Way | 87,480 sqft | Call for rate | Spacious industrial space near major highways, GSP Airport, and Inland Port Greer.
We’re all super excited to launch this new newsletter as part of GVLtoday. I’ll still be working closely with Danielle, who you already know — and I’m really curious to know what you, our awesome readers, want to see from our BizBrief coverage. I wish I could meet and chat with each of you in person, but an email will have to do for now. Seriously, send me an email and hit me with your best ideas.
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