Greenville News Building Sold; Consulting Firm Find Great People Moving Headquarters Downtown

SOUTH CAROLINA – July 10, 2024 – Find Great People (FGP) announced that the Greenville-based recruiting and HR consulting firm will relocate its headquarters to the former Greenville News building within the Camperdown Plaza in downtown Greenville.

The company is anticipated to move into the new location by the summer of 2025.

“The Greenville News has been a landmark in our community for decades, and we are grateful for the opportunity to move into this cornerstone building. The Camperdown Plaza has become a vibrant hub, and we are excited about the opportunity to be in the heart of our city. This move will provide an enhanced experience for our clients and employees, as well as future opportunities to positively impact our community,” said John Uprichard, CEO. 

According to the Greenville County Register of Deeds, the building sold for $10.7 million, The News reported.

FGP has served as a strategic partner in the Greenville community for more than 20 years, remaining rooted in its mission to “find great people to build great companies.”

Officials said relocating to downtown Greenville will amplify that purpose and continue driving growth for the community. 

Moving to the central business district of Downtown Greenville is a strategic move designed to facilitate growth – not only for FGP but for the many thriving businesses and organizations across the city., the officials said.

The building was previously owned by CAP Camperdown Greenville News LLC and was sold to 32EBroadStreet LLC. on June 27, 2024. 

The building consists of approximately 35,000 square feet of Class A Office and features Larkin’s Restaurant on the Camperdown Plaza.

Greenville News, part of Gannett Co., Inc. and the USA Today Network, will continue to occupy a portion of office space in the building through the summer of 2025.

The new ownership entity will be managed by The Furman Co. Investment Advisory Services.

“This is a trophy property located at the epicenter of downtown Greenville. We are proud to take ownership and look forward to repositioning the building with exceptional occupants,” said Steve Navarro, president of Furman. 

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SCbio is pleased to welcome Paige Durham to the team as communications coordinator to creatively and effectively communicate the value of the life science association’s programs and initiatives.

Durham will be responsible for developing and distributing high-quality content across multiple communications channels to build, advance and grow South Carolina’s life sciences industry, a key business sector for economic prosperity for the Palmetto State.

“SCbio is excited to welcome Paige to our team as our new communications coordinator. Paige brings fresh ideas and a strong background in communications that will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our engagement with our audience,” said SCbio President and CEO James Chappell. “We are confident that her skills and experience will be crucial in advancing our communication strategies and supporting our mission.”

Before joining SCbio, Durham was the Membership and Communications Manager at the South Carolina Pharmacy Association (SCPhA), where she used her photography, design and writing skills to create content tailored to pharmacy professionals. Durham’s effective communication skills guaranteed the delivery of brand-specific material that captured the eye of her audience.

During her time at SCPhA, Durham created and edited the Palmetto Pharmacist Journal, using her creative vision to showcase members, educational institutions and industry news. Her communications efforts successfully gained new followers for the organization over the course of a year, increasing brand visibility and promoting the pharmacy profession.

Durham holds a Bachelor of Science in hospitality and tourism management and a Bachelor of Science in business administration from the College of Charleston.

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Tamia is a driven senior undergraduate Bioengineering student currently enrolled at Clemson University. With a strong foundation in her field, she has honed her skills through hands-on experience in research and development at Eli Lilly & Company. During her time in the ADME department, Tamia contributed significantly by working on siRNAs and their applications in finding In Vitro-In Vivo Correlation (IVIVC). Looking ahead, Tamia has set her sights on a promising career in law. She aspires to specialize in Intellectual Property Law, with a particular focus on serving as in-house counsel for leading medical device or pharmaceutical companies. Her enthusiasm for this role is palpable as she prepares to embark on her legal journey! She is also a proud member of the Omicron Phi chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., PEER Mentor for Clemson PEER/WiSE, and currently serves as the President of Clemson Bioengineering Organization (CBO). With her unique blend of scientific knowledge and legal interests, Tamia is poised to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare and life sciences industries.