The Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina at Anderson University is pleased to welcome Janed Enterprises, Inc. as its newest member. Headquartered in Taylors, South Carolina, Janed Enterprises, Inc. is a family-owned chemical manufacturing company recognized for its commitment to excellence, entrepreneurial leadership, and long-term relationships with customers, employees and the communities it serves.
Dr. Brad Bechtold, Executive Director of the Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina, expressed his enthusiasm for its newest member. “We are delighted to welcome Janed Enterprises, Inc. to our growing community of family enterprises,” said Bechtold. “Their commitment to responsible leadership, continuity and generational stewardship reflects the core mission of our Institute. We look forward to supporting Janed Enterprises, Inc. as they continue to build a strong and enduring family enterprise.”
Tommy Thompson, President of Janed Enterprises, Inc., shared his perspective on joining the Institute. “As a family business, we recognize that long-term success requires intentional planning, strong governance and ongoing leadership development,” Thompson said. “Becoming a member of the Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute provides us with access to trusted resources, peer learning and expert insights that will help us strengthen both our business and our family for generations to come.”
Janed Enterprises, Inc. joins a distinguished network of family-owned businesses affiliated with the Institute. Members benefit from education, peer networking and advisory resources specifically designed to address the complexities unique to family enterprises. Through executive briefings, workshops and forums, members gain practical insights into succession planning, governance structures, leadership development, conflict management and other relevant topics.
In addition, the Institute offers access to experienced advisors, research-based tools and peer communities that support both current leaders and rising generations. These resources help family businesses preserve legacy while adapting to growth, change and evolving market demands.
About the Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina
The Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina at Anderson University exists to support and strengthen family-owned businesses through education, peer networking and expert advisory services. By addressing the unique dynamics of family enterprises, the Institute helps businesses navigate succession, governance, leadership development and long-term sustainability.
About Janed Enterprises Inc.
Janed Enterprises, Inc. is a family-owned business that has been formulating their own line of specialty chemicals for the metal finishing, automotive and fiber industries since 1972. With a strong foundation built on trust and entrepreneurial vision, the company continues to grow while remaining committed to its founding values and multigenerational legacy.
For more information about the Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina at Anderson University, please visit www.andersonuniversity.edu/FEISC or contact Dr. Brad Bechtold at bbechtold@andersonuniversity.edu.
