Have you started planning volunteer work for your biz this year? | Photo by GVLtoday
Spring is here, and with it comes one of our favorite traditions: company volunteer days. National Volunteer Week is April 19-25. Where is your company volunteering this year? We’ll highlight some of the best opportunities for your biz in an upcoming newsletter. In the meantime, take a look at the Harvest Hope Food Bank website or United Way to inquire about upcoming volunteer opportunities.
Asked
Asked
Where is your company volunteering this year, and what types of opportunities are you looking for?
In 2024, 77% of companies reported increased employee participation in volunteer opportunities compared with the year before, showing workplace service is becoming a bigger part of company culture.
Volunteering isn’t just giving back — it helps businesses build stronger teams, connect with their community, and show clients they care. It can also boost employee satisfaction and attract purpose-driven talent.
News Notes
News Notes
The International Transportation Innovation Center’s new 3-mile oval at SCTAC just scored two top awards for its construction.
The SC Technology & Aviation Center’s 3-mile Oval Track at the International Transportation Innovation Center recently earned two honors: the 2025 Quality in Construction Award from the National Asphalt Pavement Association and the 2025 Quality Pavement Award from the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association.
Launched
The South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition launched in Greenville last week, aiming to boost workplace health and wellbeing. Building on Charleston’s Healthy Business Challenge, the initiative unites businesses, health professionals, and organizations. Leaders say healthy employees strengthen both businesses and communities. (Upstate Business Journal)
Leadership
Bank of America announced that Stacy Brandon, president of its Upstate South Carolina market, will retire this Wednesday, April 1 after a 39-year career. Brandon, a Greenville native, has led the bank’s Upstate operations since 2015, growing market share, mentoring teams, and supporting local communities and nonprofits throughout the region. (Upstate Business Journal)
Biz
South Carolina’s $20 billion life sciences industry is the fastest-growing in the region, expanding 5.7% last year. With momentum across manufacturing, research, and universities, companies and investors have new opportunities to partner, hire talent, or supply services in a high-paying, fast-expanding sector, driving statewide economic growth. (SCBiz)
Leadership
Wofford College has named John Paul “Jay” Dowd III as its twelfth president, effective July 1. Dowd, currently vice president for institutional advancement at The Citadel, brings 30 years of higher-ed fundraising experience and deep ties to Wofford, where he has previously co-chaired the Parents Leadership Council. (The Post and Courier)
Job
Palmetto Entertainment is hiring an Executive Assistant to support its founder across concerts and festivals. This hybrid Greenville-area role handles schedules, logistics, and operations. Organized, proactive candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments are encouraged (salary: $45,000-$70,000).
Leadership
Big things are happening in Greenville. The Greenville Chamber’s 2025 Value + Impact Report highlights progress in talent development, sales growth, and lowering business costs — plus thousands engaged through events and leadership programs. Want in? Sign up to make an impact.
Real Estate
Thinking about adding to your real estate portfolio? Experts say the Lake Norman area, including Mooresville and Cornelius, is a top place to buy a lake house right now. With steady demand, rising home values, and proximity to Charlotte, the region offers a strong mix of lifestyle appeal and investment potential. (Travel and Leisure)
Events
Agenda
Editor’s Picks
GVL Connect | Tuesday, March 31 | 6-8 p.m. | Venture X Greenville, Plush Mills | Free+, reserve your spot | Join GVL Connect to break bread, spark conversation, and connect with locals while learning from a featured nonprofit.
Ignite Culture | Thursday, April 2 | 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Furman Innovation Lab at Flywheel Coworking | $750 | Sign up for this leadership summit where you’ll explore culture, engagement, and innovation strategies to drive team success.
205 N. Laurens St. | 2,000 sqft | $45 sqft/yr | Prime office/retail space in downtown, steps from Main Street and Falls Park, with strong visibility, pedestrian traffic, and flexible leasing options.
1700 E. North St. | 1,080 sqft | $24/sqft/yr | Prime Greenville Overbrook location at a signalized intersection with 30 on-site parking spaces, strong visibility, and flexible lease terms.
Office, for lease
1 Augusta St. | ~100-4,658 sqft | Contact for rate | Lease the full ~4,658 sqft or individual executive suites in the historic West End District, steps from Falls Park, dining, and shops, with high-end finishes and flexible terms.
Office, for sale
127 W. Antrim Dr. | 8,650 sqft | $2.422 million | Two-story, free-standing office building in the Laurens Road Corridor with high visibility, landscaped green space, ample parking, and flexible lease or purchase options.
ICYMI, Senior Newsletter Editor Danielle recently highlighted Women’s History Month nominees making an impact across Greenville — from shaping the dining scene and capturing local stories through poetry to leading major events with citywide impact. Their contributions extend far beyond this month and deserve recognition year-round.
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