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GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Good news for foodies! More options will be available in the city of Greenville.

In January, city council gave final approval on an ordinance allowing food trailers to operate in city limits.

Applications in the city started being accepted on Feb. 1.

Nard’s Backyard BBQ was the first food trailer to be approved.

“I just want to be mobile. I don’t want to be in one location all the time,” said Owner Randall Knight.

For over three decades, Knight has been serving barbecue at competitions, private events, and now wherever his food trailer can get hauled.

“I think the actual day we got permitted with the sticker for the city of Greenville, I believe we actually booked two events that day,” he said.

The change in the ordinance allows food trailers to operate the same way food trucks have in the city.

“It’s a big step forward letting trailers in whereas before it was just trucks allowed,” said Knight.

Slightly different than a food truck, food trailers cost less, have more space and storage, and travel the road another way.

“A truck breaks down, it’s broken down and can’t get to another event. If we’re on the way to an event and we break down we have another tow vehicle that will come, and we can swap out vehicles and keep on towing,” explained Knight.

Even after all the miles and the meats that have been smoked, Knight still loves bringing his barbecue to the Upstate and beyond.

“I make all my sides. I cook and smoke all the meats myself. I have my own rubs and sauces that we have to make and process. It’s a lot of long hours, but it’s well worth it in the end,” he said.

To get an application approved, vendors must have a business license in the city, pay a 2% hospitality tax on all food and beverage sales, and the units must meet Fire Department and DHEC requirements.

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GREENVILLE — A Greenville-based pet collar, leash and harness producer will return to the West End after a year hiatus.

In late 2021, Paw Paws USA moved from its four-year downtown location. It opened a warehouse space near Unity Park in March 2022. Now, the pet supply store is on track to return to downtown by early spring in its new home at 816 S. Main St.

When in college, Anne Nutter had to create a business plan to sell a product. She settled on a pet supply company.

“I just loved my dog, and I was inspired by things I could put on her,” Nutter said.

She took her class assignment and started Paw Paws USA in 2003. She spent a few years structuring her company and selling products at farmer’s markets until she fully launched her business in 2007 after moving to Greenville.

Paw Paws USA sources its materials domestically, a fact that got her business noticed by The White House in 2019, Nutter said. The federal government contracted with her company for about a year to make some private label products.

All the products are sewn by Nutter and her staff.

“We’ve got it down to a science with the right machinery,” she said.

They make items for wholesale and also sell to retail consumers in-store and online. Collars and leashes range in price from $26 to $32 depending on a dog’s size. Items can be customized.

In 2008, She leased a second-floor office for her wholesale and online operations in downtown Greenville at the corner of West McBee Avenue and South Main Street. About two years later, she opened a 240-square-foot retail space on the bottom portion of the building and stayed there until 2017.

The business then relocated to 651 S. Main St. close to Falls Park where she stayed until the end of 2021. Nutter then packed up and moved to 400 Birnie St. to have more operational space.

Nutter said the move was good for her to work on the website and strengthen her wholesale and vendor relationships. But the foot traffic was not the same as it was on Main Street.

“I realized how much we had missed Main Street,” Nutter said.

Paw Paws USA is moving into the former MHK Architecture and Planning office. The firm relocated to 1 Augusta St. between Smoke on the Water and Mellow Mushroom.

The 1,000-square-foot store is currently under renovation with an anticipated opening in mid-April. The entrance will be dedicated to retail with the back saved for the sewing and production room.

In addition to collars and accessories, she also plans to sell treats and dog food from other vendors. Customers may catch glimpses of her dog Wriggley, who will have a bed in the back of the store.

“Greenville, I can tell you, we’re nuts about our dogs and the dog community here,” Nutter said. “Honestly, I think that’s really what has been able to carry us for so long.”

Two other pet supply businesses have popped up in the downtown Greenville area recently. Dapper Dog opened in the former Southern Tide store on North Main Street. The second location of Bark International, a dog boutique that started in Anderson, will soon open in The Commons along the Swamp Rabbit Trail in Unity Park.

Greenville, South Carolina's Elite Fence Company specializes in installing durable, attractive, and reasonably priced custom fencing for homes and businesses.

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GREENVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A wood fence looks great and provides privacy for homeowners and their loved ones. A chain link is excellent for commercial properties for durability and security. Then, aluminum, vinyl, and fencing materials suit different requirements and settings. Besides the materials, there is also a design element; some want specific colors, and many like custom fencing installation with intricate patterns and finishes. Choosing and installing fences around the properties can be a lot to take in for homeowners and businesses. That's where a specialized fencing installation service like Elite Fence Company comes in.

As installing a fence around the property can be a significant investment, considering the durability, maintenance, and style of fence materials is a good idea. Business owners can search online for different design and material options and locate a company for Commercial Fencing in Greenville SC. A professional service can help choose the most suitable material, design implementation, and install custom fencing that meets the purpose. For example, those looking for a long-lasting material can consider chain-link or aluminum fencing installation. It can withstand harsh weather conditions and resist damage from pests, rot, and decay. Local businesses and offices planning to install solid fencing on their properties can consult Elite Fence Company in Greenville SC, which provides access to cutting-edge, dependable commercial fencing solutions for safety, discretion, and enhanced curb appeal.

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Similarly, Greenville homeowners can explore different fence materials, from wood and vinyl to custom pool and privacy fencing. Although the wood fence is a beautiful addition to residential properties, it may require regular sealing, staining, or painting to keep them looking good. Those looking for a compatible fence with their homes' architectural styles can consider wood or vinyl fencing, as they can be customized to fit various designs and finishes. Wood and vinyl installations can also act as privacy fencing in Greenville SC properties. Finally, some homeowners want to install a durable fence to protect pets and children. Iron, chain-link, and aluminum fencing can be excellent choices. These materials are also easy to maintain, durable, cost-effective, and for security purposes.

Fencing is not limited to the backyard, front yard, or baseball fields; it can enhance security and safety around different outdoor areas, such as pools. For example, an adequately secured and protected pool area with chain-link or custom-design pool fence offers peace of mind to homeowners. In addition, these fences serve a dual purpose: keeping children and pets safe by preventing them from entering the water or climbing over the boundaries.

In sum, a fence around a residential or commercial property brings various security and aesthetic benefits. Homeowners and businesses can consult a specialized fence installer, such as Elite Fence Company, to explore multiple options, from affordable vinyl and composite to premium wood and aluminum fencing solutions, and choose a fence that fits their requirements and budgets.

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With more than 1,000 brands and 23 years under its international portfolio, a Greenville-based branding agency has acquired a marketing group that will give its public relations division a boost.

The Brand Leader acquired Benson Marketing Group, a wine and spirits marketing agency that is now a division of The Brand Leader, a brand-first creative agency specializing in advertising, branding, and design — and now public relations. The Benson team, including Jeremy Benson, president of Benson Marketing Group, will continue to serve wine and spirits clients in the U.S., Canada, and abroad from its office in New York.

Kyle Duford, The Brand Leader president and executive creative director, said the acquisition started with looking for an extra revenue stream and manpower, but at the same time, Duford and The Brand Leader founder and CEO, Geoff Wasserman, were firm on making sure an acquisition wouldn’t lead to company redundancy and laying employees off.

They searched for agencies that had compatible services that they lacked and didn’t necessarily have expertise in. When they came across the Benson Marketing Group, it checked all their boxes, since they are a legacy marketing group that has been around for 27 years and in a core competency — public relations, said Duford.

“We give them the benefit of providing all their clients with a branding agency, and now all our existing clients have a PR arm,” he said. “It was a no-brainer at the end of the day, and they complement well what we already do. As a bonus, TBL adds a high-performing team, whose subject matter expertise runs deep, to our 37-person agency.”

The Brand Leader’s core verticals include consumer packaged goods, medtech and fintech, outdoor, and now, wine and spirits.

The combination of two teams is set to address the many challenges and opportunities in the wine and spirits’ sector.

“To win, brands need a ‘wow’ factor — hyper-creative, attention-grabbing ideas that leverage the whole gamut of media,” said Benson. “TBL brings that in spades for their clients, and now to ours where needed. It’s an exciting time. Our team now includes in-house videographers, photographers, art directors, developers, copywriters, and digital ad experts who hold certifications from Google, Meta, Shopify, Hubspot, Klaviyo, and more.”

Wasserman said The Brand Leader was founded and built on putting people first and focusing on exceeding client expectations.

“We found Benson Marketing to be cut from the same cloth as us, and we couldn’t be more thrilled than to bring two legacy teams together under one banner,” he added.

Benson Marketing Group’s name will continue for the time being, and all client-facing professionals are now part of the combined entity. Barney, Inc. provided counsel to Benson Marketing Group in the transaction, but terms were not disclosed.

THRIVE Sets the Standard for Hybrid, Flexible Workspaces for a Positive Work/Life Balance

ATLANTA, March 06, 2023--(BUSINESS WIRE)--THRIVE | Coworking, a flexible workspace solution with a commitment to philanthropy and community involvement, today announced its newest location: Greenville, SC (https://workatthrive.com/greenville/). Set in the heart of downtown Greenville, in the iconic Poinsett Plaza, THRIVE | Greenville is at 104 S. Main St. and is walking distance to Falls Park on the Reedy. The pedestrian-friendly area, reminiscent of a European city, also features shops, restaurants and entertainment.

"Poinsett Plaza provides an amenity-rich environment that fosters both high productivity and convenience to meet the needs of THRIVE’s members," says Phil Hughes, Owner and President of Hughes Investments, Inc., owner of Poinsett Plaza. "At Hughes Investments, we are passionate about preserving and creating quality growth in Greenville and are excited to have THRIVE | Coworking moving into the Poinsett Plaza."

THRIVE’s purpose-driven coworking space is designed for a new way to work — to be connected, in a professional, inspiring, collaborative and stylish atmosphere. THRIVE also works directly with enterprises large and small to create hybrid work locations with all the amenities, convenience and culture employees want.

THRIVE | Greenville features free bottomless coffee/tea and snacks, as well as monthly breakfasts, lunches and happy hours, plus an ongoing roster of events and activities. THRIVE | Greenville offers several monthly levels, from a basic Mailbox where a business mailing address is needed, to Shared, Dedicated or Private space, as well as conference rooms for meetings and events.

"As the center of the Upstate region of South Carolina, Greenville has seen rapid economic development over the last 20 years, from the textile industry to a number of large companies moving to the city," says THRIVE | Coworking Chief Revenue Officer Chris Smith. "This is a great opportunity for THRIVE to support these large companies with downtown office space, as well as hybrid workers and solopreneurs looking for flexible coworking options."

In addition to Greenville, THRIVE | Coworking members have access to workspace in , and , GA; , OH; and and , NC. Multiple cities including , , , , , , Kennesaw, Columbus, and Atlanta, GA; , AL; and , NC; and Franklin and Nashville, TN, are in development. All THRIVE | Coworking members can also enjoy reciprocal use of in some 60 countries across North America, Europe, Australia, Africa and South America.

Global private-equity and real estate asset-management group invested to open 500 THRIVE locations throughout the United States and Canada, enabling THRIVE to now serve enterprises struggling with their hybrid model and to acquire coworking operators who wish to exit or scale with THRIVE.