Thomas Ewart

First Reliance Bank (Florence, South Carolina) operates as state commercial bank. It offers personal and commercial banking, mortgage, and dealer services. The company was founded by Rick Saunders, Paul Saunders and Dale Porter in 1998 and is headquartered in Florence, SC.

Florence Downtown Development Corp. is a non-profit company that focuses on the development of downtown Florence, SC. Downtown Florence, SC is the region's premier center for business, with a high concentration of medical, financial, legal, and professional businesses. The area is conveniently located near I-20 and I-95, making it easy to connect to multiple markets. The company aims to promote sustainable economic vitality through historic preservation and restoration of commercial corridors. The company works with prospective businesses to identify and package appropriate incentives to assist with development of vacant property and business expansion. Additionally, they offer a microenterprise loan program for qualifying small businesses. There is also plenty of parking available within walking distance of shopping, dining, and professional offices.

Rotary Club of Florence promotes welfare programs for the development of the community. The non-profit company is based in Florence, KY.