Knoxville Biz Ticker: United Community Banks, Inc. announces acquisition of FinTrust Capital Partners, LLC
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United Community Banks, Inc. announces acquisition of FinTrust Capital Partners, LLC
GREENVILLE, S.C. – May 13, 2021 – United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (United) today announced that its Advisory Services division will be expanding through the acquisition of FinTrust Capital Partners, LLC (FinTrust), and its operating subsidiaries FinTrust Capital Advisors, LLC, FinTrust Capital Benefit Group, LLC and FinTrust Brokerage Services, LLC. FinTrust is a 13-year-old employee-owned investment advisory firm headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, with additional locations in Anderson, South Carolina, and Athens and Macon, Georgia. The firm provides wealth and investment management services to individuals and institutions within its markets. As of March 31, 2021, FinTrust had assets u
Knoxville Biz Ticker: New Roadside Eats at Pilot Flying J with Classic and Spicy Chicken Sandwiches
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New Roadside Eats at Pilot Flying J with Classic and Spicy Chicken Sandwiches
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (May 20, 2021) – Pilot Flying J, the largest network of travel centers in North America, is unveiling two new delicious crispy chicken sandwiches to its growing menu as more Americans are expected to hit the roads this summer. Available now at more than 300 participating Pilot and Flying J Travel Centers across the country, the Southern Chicken Sandwich and Spicy Chicken Sandwich have the flavor and quality ingredients to rival some of the top food brands.
Knoxville Biz Ticker: Oasis Senior Advisors celebrates grand opening in East Tennessee
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Oasis Senior Advisors celebrates grand opening in East Tennessee
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (May 11, 2021) Oasis Senior Advisors, a national franchisor offering no-cost senior living placement assistance, is pleased to announce the grand opening of Oasis Senior Advisors East Tennessee.
The new franchise, the first in the state, is owned and operated by Neal Bowes, a Certified Senior Advisor who lives in Johnson City. He knows the region is home to many fine senior living communities and each one has its own philosophy, level of care, activities schedule, and overall feel. “That’s where it gets confusing,” Bowes says. “It’s good to have all these choices, but how do you know you’re making the right choice?”
Knoxville Biz Ticker: BESCO announces new President
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BESCO promotes Bridgett McMahan to President
Knoxville, Tennessee – May 11, 2021 – BESCO, an industry leader in providing electrical and mechanical services throughout the Southeast region and across the United States, today announced the promotion of Bridgett McMahan to President. McMahan joined BESCO six years ago and is currently BESCO’s Vice President of
Administration, overseeing its legal, compliance, HR, marketing, and IT departments.
According to BESCO CEO, Wayne Wojciechowski, “I am very excited about this promotion. Bridgett is a proven leader and has both the experience and knowledge of our business to keep us growing in the future. More importantly, she is a team player, has a real passion for our customers, and cares deeply about everyone at BESCO.” He added, “She has earned the respect of her colleagues during her six ye