Greenville YMCA CEO Announces Retirement, Successor Named

Greenville YMCA CEO Announces Retirement, Successor Named

After more than 20 years of commendable service as CEO and President of Greenville’s YMCA, Scot Baddley has decided to retire this September. The baton of the organization will be passed on to Sam Franklin, currently serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Baddley’s tenure has left a powerful legacy with significant growth and outreach expansion across sectors such as community health awareness, philanthropic support, and youth development.

Under his 20-year leadership, YMCA of Greenville’s operating budget increased from a modest $9 million to a remarkable $20 million. This growing association, encompassing ten family branch facilities, has also seen unprecedented growth in the number of people and families it serves; figures jumping from 12,000 in 2004 to a staggering 70,000 today, making it the largest YMCA in the state.

Bon Secours Debuts New Downtown Pharmacy

The well-regarded Bon Secours St. Francis announced the launch of a new Harness Health retail pharmacy at its downtown hospital. The primary aim is to reduce instances of complications arising from patients not receiving their prescribed medications.

The innovative ‘Meds to Beds’ program, where prescriptions will be delivered directly to patients before their discharge, is one of the many programs initiated by the health system to ensure patient adherence to medication.

Additionally, in collaboration with the nonprofit distributor, Medications of Hope, Bon Secours also plans to deliver free medications to qualifying patients. This initiative is set to aid low-income, chronically ill patients, who often face difficulties affording vital medications required for their treatment.

Hotel Hartness Ranked No. 1 Resort In South Carolina

Adding another feather to its cap, Hotel Hartness was recently recognized as the No. 1 resort in South Carolina in the prestigious 2024 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards. This family-owned hospitality gem has, over the years, consistently striven for excellence and providing its guests a boutique, luxury hotel experience.

“Excellence is never an accident, and this recognition is a powerful testament to the superior experience and personal service our team provides”, stated Albert Mertz, General Manager of Hotel Hartness.

Greenville Pro Soccer Expands Ownership Group

Greenville Pro Soccer welcomes industry veterans Rick Pennell, Wallace Cheves, and Jim Casey to its ownership group. The addition of these new owners, each bringing a distinct set of experience and business acumen, will undoubtedly strengthen the team’s commitment to excellence both on and off the field.

Groundbreaking of Biltmore Walk

The Keene Group, in partnership with Marchant Bateman & Co. from Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate, announced the groundbreaking of Biltmore Walk. This premium residential project, consisting of 44 high-end residences, is centrally located and allows easy access to the County Square mixed-use development, Downtown Greenville, and Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail.

Men’s Engagement Network by Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce

The Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Men’s Engagement Network event at FH2 Cigars on July 30. It promises to be an enriching experience, offering opportunities for networking and socializing along with intensive presentations from sponsors and local nonprofits.