Greenvillians are so good at supporting local that WalletHub named our city one of the best in the US to start a business last year.

In honor of our many movers and shakers, we’re asking readers to nominate small businesses they love so we can share them with the whole audience.

We’ll be here to share a new batch of small businesses every month, so bookmark this page to come back for more, especially if you’ve enjoyed our Small Business Week and Today’s Best coverage.

Food + beverage

ProSo | Protein soda
"Give all our flavors a try, we took a unique approach with all our flavors, making them light and refreshing in a way you may not have experienced before. For example, our root beer has been described as a hybrid root beer/cream soda, which tastes AMAZING as someone who traditionally doesn't like root beer." — Owner Dalton Anderson

ProSo is a better-for-you soda crafted by a registered dietitian to give you the protein your body needs — with the crisp, refreshing satisfaction of your favorite soda. Each can delivers 10g of whey protein isolate, zero sugar, and only 45 calories, making it one of the easiest (and tastiest) ways to add protein to your day. Find it at Tropical Grille, Emily's Pantry, and Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery.

Tselia Coffee | Coffee shop
"We keep our shop meticulously clean so that from the minute you step in your door, it feels like a beautiful, whimsical, delightful experience that goes beyond just a good cup of coffee." — Owner Rebecca Langlands

Tselia is a local, family-owned craft coffee shop that specializes in quality roasted coffee, scratch-made syrups, and fresh, in-house daily pastries.

Retail

LiLi + KoKo Boutique + Bubbles | Boutique
"I wanted to give women an opportunity to relax and be themselves, feel empowered, and connect with the community, all in a safe + chic environment." — Owner Lisa Suter

This women’s clothing boutique is coupled with a retail wine shop + wine bar. According to Lisa, you must try the whipped goat cheese paired with a glass of Vueve Amiot Elisa sparkling wine.

"You break it, you buy it." | Photo by GVLtoday

Cottage Grove Vintage Market | Antique Store
"I became a vendor because I love the hunt of the perfect and unique items to use in a person’s home. I search for items that you will not find at the local HomeGoods." — Owner Kristine Gilmer

Stroll through this shop filled with vintage and antique furniture and accessories. It's like a walk down memory lane.

Reedy Rides | Bike shop
"Reedy Rides was born when the Swamp Rabbit Trail was completed in 2010. As an avid outdoor adventurer and cyclist, I wanted to offer the community and visitors a way to explore Greenville, SC by bicycle and SRT to destinations like Furman University and Travelers Rest." — Jamie McDonough

Whether you're looking to buy a bike, get one repaired, or rent an e-bike, this is the spot in Downtown Greenville that can help you get wherever you need to go.

Health + Wellness

The Seven Week Victory Voyage is a seven-week program designed to help you build strength, improve movement, and create lasting habits. | Photo by Erick Arbé

Seven Victory Fitness Collective | Gym
"We started Seven Victory Fitness Collective to help people live their best lives through training that makes everyday life better. There is no corporate mandate here, just a locally owned, woman-led community built around one hour of intentional fitness that supports the other 23 hours of your day." — Danielle Arbé

When you visit for the first time, you'll get a full tour of the 6,000-sqft facility, including the infrared sauna and golf fitness room, and you can schedule a movement assessment, which will give you a clear, eye-opening benchmark of how your body moves