J. Michael Thigpen Joins The SIM Group, LLC as Director of Club Operations

August 31st, 2010

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Florence, South Carolina, July 20, 2010 – The SIM Group, LLC is pleased to announce new leadership in the company’s Club Operations.  Michael Thigpen will serve in the capacity of Director of Club Operations for The Country Club of South Carolina in Florence, SC and The Golf Club of South Carolina in Blythewood, SC.  Michael will be charged with managing all aspects of real estate marketing & sales, property management, Club operations, membership and ensuring exceptional quality in products and services offered by the clubs. 

 “Michael’s prior experience and leadership will certainly re-energize operations for both Clubs with emphasis on delivering quality product and aggressive growth.” said Jeffrey Coggin, President of The SIM Group, LLC. “We are very pleased to have such a well-respected and knowledgeable addition to our Corporate Management Team. His understanding of club management, home building and development will prove the ideal blend of disciplines for this very challenging position. Having been a former PGA Golf Professional and United States Navy veteran, The SIM Group is proud to welcome Michael Thigpen to our organization, and we have every confidence that Michael will prove to be a very valuable asset in his new capacity as Director of Club Operations.”

Michael brings more than 12 years of experience in golf course, country club and real estate management to the team. He is a graduate of Francis Marion University and holds a Masters in Business Administration. Michael is most recently known in the Pee Dee for his involvement in the home building field. Owner of Thigpen Construction, LLC; Michael founded and grew one of the most well-respected home building teams in the Pee Dee. Prior to starting Thigpen Construction, he played an integral role in the launch and growth of Crossings Golf Club in Florence, SC.

“I am thrilled with the opportunity to work for an industry leader like The SIM Group.” said Michael Thigpen, Director of Club Operations. “Their standards of excellence are obvious from the moment one enters all of their projects. I am dedicated to the challenge of raising the bar to the next level.”

About The Country Club of South Carolina, LLC
Private country club with golf course and comprehensive club amenities located in Florence, SC. For more information about The CCSC visit www.CountryClubSC.com.

About The Golf Club of South Carolina
Semi-private golf club providing membership opportunities and public play located near Columbia, SC in the Town of Blythewood. For more information about The GCSC visit www.GolfClubSC.com.

 About The SIM Group, LLC
From development of residential communities to home building and golf course operations and design, The SIM Group’s diverse companies offer the capability of taking clients through the entire residential development process. With over 20 years of experience, The SIM Group boasts an impressive record of enriching the communities in which the group operates. For more information about The SIM Group visit www.SIMgrp.com.

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Country Club of South Carolina Named 2007 Course of the Year

July 29th, 2009

Rebecca Boone, 2/4/2008
Email: RBoone@SIMGrp.com
Website: http://www.countryclubsc.com/

FLORENCE, SOUTH CAROLINA, February 4, 2008 – Two top honors were awarded from two of the states golfing authorities to the Country Club of South Carolina, the site of the 2007 SCGA Amateur Championship. The course was named 2007 Club of the Year by the South Carolina Golf Association and was chosen from more than 375 golf courses in the state to be one of the top 25 best courses as deemed by the South Carolina Golf Course Ratings Panel.

“We are honored to be recognized by two such esteemed organizations and truly believe our club is worthy of these designations,” said Jonathan Burnett, Vice President of Golf Operations at the Country Club of South Carolina. “This course is a uniquely perfect combination of challenge, beauty and playability.”

The Country Club of South Carolina features an Ellis Maples designed, 18-hole, 7,150 yard championship course. It was the former host of the Nike (Buy.com) South Carolina Classic on the PGA Tour and has also opened its doors to tournaments including The Men’s Southern Conference Golf Championship, The Carolina Women’s Golf Association Championship and the SCGA Junior Championship. The Country Club also offers its members amenities including swimming, tennis and world-class dining and banquet facilities. It will celebrate its 40th anniversary next year.

“We’ve watched the Country Club of South Carolina grow over the years while it hosted many of our championship events and it just hit a peak this year.” said Happ Lathrop, Executive Director of the South Carolina Golf Association. “Overall the club has a very professional staff and great membership supporting its course and amenities.”

Each year the South Carolina Golf Association chooses a Club of the Year based on factors such as condition, membership, history and reputation. The association has offered computerized handicapping services to South Carolina golf courses since 1970 and is primarily responsible for enabling the qualification of juniors, seniors and amateurs of varying levels into tournament play. It also oversees the South Carolina Golf Hall of Fame and the South Carolina Junior Golf Foundation, which has awarded more than $550,000 in scholarships since 1995.

The Country Club of South Carolina was also a welcome addition to the “25 Best Courses You Can Play” by the South Carolina Golf Course Ratings Panel. The panel consists of 125 members who choose courses for the list based on best course design, distinctiveness, aesthetics, course management and overall club experience.

The Country Club of South Carolina is a subsidiary of The SIM Group of companies. The SIM Group owns, operates and finances companies involved in land development, residential communities, home building and golf course operations. Through its business and philanthropic endeavors, The SIM Group is committed to “enrichment of life and community”. For more information about The Country Club of South Carolina and The SIM Group contact Jeffrey B. Coggin, President/CEO at www.simgrp.com.

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