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What does it take to build lasting value in a growing region?KDS Caine leaders explain their approach to commercial real...
11/18/2025

What does it take to build lasting value in a growing region?

KDS Caine leaders explain their approach to commercial real estate through balancing growth with community character while tackling some of the Upstate’s most significant projects.

Read the full Behind the Brand feature.

As leaders of KDS Caine, Mark Ratchford and Mark Masaschi have helped shape significant commercial real estate projects in the Upstate.

First Solar is one of the largest solar manufacturers in the Western Hemisphere and expects to create 600 new jobs at th...
11/17/2025

First Solar is one of the largest solar manufacturers in the Western Hemisphere and expects to create 600 new jobs at the Gaffney facility.

First Solar, a major global manufacturer of solar technology, is investing $330 million to build a new Cherokee County production facility.

Curious what’s rising around Greenville? Several major projects, including new condos, townhomes, retail spaces and even...
11/15/2025

Curious what’s rising around Greenville?

Several major projects, including new condos, townhomes, retail spaces and even a pickleball complex, are moving forward. We rounded up the latest updates on each one.

Get the latest updates on nine Greenville developments shaping the city’s growth, from downtown projects to new residential communities.

Have thoughts on Greenville’s next big developments? The City of Greenville, South Carolina Government will preview prop...
11/14/2025

Have thoughts on Greenville’s next big developments?

The City of Greenville, South Carolina Government will preview proposed mixed-use projects next week, including plans for Conestee Mill and new downtown buildings. Residents are invited to weigh in.

New mixed-use development projects will be presented at the city of Greenville’s project preview meeting Nov. 18.

Kipp Group, an alliance of German companies, will invest $12.2 million to establish its U.S. headquarters in Fountain In...
11/13/2025

Kipp Group, an alliance of German companies, will invest $12.2 million to establish its U.S. headquarters in Fountain Inn.

Kipp Group will invest $12.2 million to establish its U.S. headquarters in Fountain Inn and create 19 jobs.

Connecticut-based Alinabal Group is expanding to the Upstate with a new 10,000-square-foot facility, bringing up to 50 n...
11/13/2025

Connecticut-based Alinabal Group is expanding to the Upstate with a new 10,000-square-foot facility, bringing up to 50 new jobs to the area.

📍The new site is expected to open in early 2026.

This Alinabal Group is expected to create up to 50 jobs and the Greer location will focus on precision machining.

DartPoints, a leading regional provider of colocation, cloud and interconnection solutions, is investing $125 million to...
11/13/2025

DartPoints, a leading regional provider of colocation, cloud and interconnection solutions, is investing $125 million to expand its Greenville data center.

DartPoints, a regional provider of cloud and interconnection solutions, is investing $125 million to expand its Greenville center.

Farpoint Development, a real estate developer, announced Nov. 12 BMarko Structures, a modular building manufacturer, wil...
11/12/2025

Farpoint Development, a real estate developer, announced Nov. 12 BMarko Structures, a modular building manufacturer, will establish operations in Williamston.

Since launching in 2014, BMarko Structures has built more than 500,000 square feet of modular steel and wood structures.

The Shops at Greenridge, a shopping center on Woodruff Road in Greenville, will welcome QDOBA, a fast-casual Mexican res...
11/12/2025

The Shops at Greenridge, a shopping center on Woodruff Road in Greenville, will welcome QDOBA, a fast-casual Mexican restaurant, in early 2026.

QDOBA, a fast-casual mexican chain, is coming to The Shops at Greenridge on Woodruff Road.

From playing basketball at North Greenville University to building a $100M auction business, Jordan Richmond’s journey i...
11/11/2025

From playing basketball at North Greenville University to building a $100M auction business, Jordan Richmond’s journey is all about following passion.

Richmond Auctions now employs 40 people and houses thousands of vintage signs, gas pumps, and collectibles. If you love history, nostalgia, or just great collectibles, this is a story you don’t want to miss.

Richmond Auctions, founded by collector Jordan Richmond, has grown into a $100M business specializing in rare vintage items.

Mark Ratchford and Mark Masaschi of KDS Caine are helping shape the Upstate’s commercial real estate landscape. From the...
11/11/2025

Mark Ratchford and Mark Masaschi of KDS Caine are helping shape the Upstate’s commercial real estate landscape. From the 40-acre County Square redevelopment to the 1,250-acre Anderson Farm and Reservoir project, their focus on thoughtful growth and strong community relationships is leaving a lasting impact on Greenville and beyond.

As leaders of KDS Caine, Mark Ratchford and Mark Masaschi have helped shape significant commercial real estate projects in the Upstate.

Steve Spinks, CEO of Spinx, was recently named the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Business Leader of the Year...
11/11/2025

Steve Spinks, CEO of Spinx, was recently named the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Business Leader of the Year.

Steve Spinks, Spinx CEO, was recently named the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Business Leader of the Year.

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