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Tecumseh Hooper
Director/Board Member at
SOUTHERN FIRST BANCSHARES, INC.
Net worth: 2 M $ as of 2026-05-30
Profile
Tecumseh Hooper is currently Chairman at FGP International, Inc. since 2003.
Mr. Hooper is an Independent Director at Southern First Bancshares, Inc. since 1999.
Mr. Hooper is Director at Southern First Bank (South Carolina), United Way of Greenville County, Inc., YMCA Camp Greenville, Verdae Development, Inc., and Upstate Warrior Solution, Inc. Former positions include Chief Executive Officer at General Wholesale Distributors LLC from 2007 to 2016, Chief Executive Officer at Sign Crafters USA LLC from 2016 to 2018, Chief Executive Officer at Profit Labs, Inc. from 2001 to 2006, Chairman at South Carolina Department of Transportation (South Carolina), Chairman at The Patriots Point Development Authority, Director at Homegold Financial, Inc., Peregrine Energy Ltd., Leadership Greenville, YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc., Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce, Leadership South Carolina, President at Ricoh USA, Inc. (United States) from 1982 to 2001, President at Modern Office Machines, Inc. from 1982 to 2001, Member-Visitors Board at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, and President at Greenville Urban League.
Education includes an undergraduate degree from The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina in 1969 and an MBA from the University of South Carolina in 1971.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-31 | 42,882 ( 0.45% ) | 2 M $ | 2026-05-30 |
Tecumseh Hooper active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHERN FIRST BANCSHARES, INC. | Director/Board Member | 1999-02-28 |
United Way of Greenville County, Inc.
 United Way of Greenville County, Inc. Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Provides nurturing and leadership progrms | Director/Board Member | - |
Upstate Warrior Solution, Inc.
 Upstate Warrior Solution, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit company which promotes wellness | Director/Board Member | - |
Verdae Development, Inc.
 Verdae Development, Inc. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Provides residential real estate development services | Director/Board Member | - |
YMCA Camp Greenville | Director/Board Member | - |
Southern First Bank (South Carolina)
 Southern First Bank (South Carolina) Regional BanksFinance Operates as a state chartered commercial bank | Director/Board Member | - |
FGP International, Inc.
 FGP International, Inc. Personnel ServicesCommercial Services Provides corporate recruitment services | Chairman | 2002-12-31 |
Former positions of Tecumseh Hooper
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Sign Crafters USA LLC
 Sign Crafters USA LLC Miscellaneous ManufacturingProducer Manufacturing Manufactures signs | Chief Executive Officer | 2017-12-31 |
General Wholesale Distributors LLC
 General Wholesale Distributors LLC Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Distributes heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems | Chief Executive Officer | 2015-12-31 |
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Training of Tecumseh Hooper
Experiences
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Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
55
1st degree connections
23
1st degree companies
Male
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Members of the board
Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 23 |
|---|---|
Ricoh USA, Inc. (United States)
 Ricoh USA, Inc. (United States) Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Wholesales office equipment and supplies | Distribution Services |
Homegold Financial, Inc.
 Homegold Financial, Inc. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Originates, services, and sells residential mortgage loans | Finance |
Southern First Bancshares, Inc.
 Southern First Bancshares, Inc. Regional BanksFinance Functions as a commercial bank | Finance |
Modern Office Machines, Inc.
 Modern Office Machines, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Sells/services copiers & facsimile equip | Distribution Services |
Peregrine Energy Ltd.
 Peregrine Energy Ltd. Oil & Gas ProductionEnergy Minerals Develops, explores and produces petroleum & natural gas | Energy Minerals |
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina
 The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
University of South Carolina
 University of South Carolina Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
South Carolina Department of Transportation (South Carolina)
 South Carolina Department of Transportation (South Carolina) General GovernmentGovernment Engages in safe and efficient transportation | Government |
Southern First Bank (South Carolina)
Southern First Bank (South Carolina) Regional BanksFinance Operates as a state chartered commercial bank | Finance |
General Wholesale Distributors LLC
General Wholesale Distributors LLC Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Distributes heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems | Distribution Services |
FGP International, Inc.
FGP International, Inc. Personnel ServicesCommercial Services Provides corporate recruitment services | Commercial Services |
Sign Crafters USA LLC
Sign Crafters USA LLC Miscellaneous ManufacturingProducer Manufacturing Manufactures signs | Producer Manufacturing |
United Way of Greenville County, Inc.
United Way of Greenville County, Inc. Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Provides nurturing and leadership progrms | Health Services |
YMCA Camp Greenville | |
Leadership Greenville | |
The Patriots Point Development Authority
 The Patriots Point Development Authority General GovernmentGovernment Operates the Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum | Government |
YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.
 YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a charitable organization | Commercial Services |
Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce
 Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Chamber of Commerce | Commercial Services |
Greenville Urban League | |
Verdae Development, Inc.
Verdae Development, Inc. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Provides residential real estate development services | Finance |
Leadership South Carolina
 Leadership South Carolina Leadership South Carolina is a nonprofit organization dedicated to leadership development, civic engagement, and service. The private company is based in Columbia, SC. It offers a nine-month core program annually, selecting 50–55 participants from various sectors to deepen their understanding of state issues such as economic development, education, environment, health, and workforce development. The program includes expert-led discussions, networking, and a class project benefiting underserved communities. Tuition varies by sector, with some financial assistance available. In January 2027, the organization will launch an emerging leaders program for professionals who have completed local leadership programs, focusing on leadership skills, statewide issue awareness, mentorship, and network building. Leadership South Carolina is governed by a board of trustees, led by an executive director, and supported by program staff. | |
Upstate Warrior Solution, Inc.
Upstate Warrior Solution, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit company which promotes wellness | Commercial Services |
Profit Labs, Inc.
 Profit Labs, Inc. Advertising/Marketing ServicesCommercial Services Provides online marketing for lead e-Commerce sales | Commercial Services |
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