Summerville Marble Shop Expands with $14M Investment

Third-generation owner Nikki White grows family business with new headquarters and 100 jobs.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 1:44pm

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Nikki White, the third-generation owner of a Summerville, South Carolina marble business founded by her father 33 years ago, is investing $14 million to expand the company with a new headquarters and create 100 new jobs.

Why it matters

The expansion of this family-owned small business highlights the resilience of local manufacturing and the ability of entrepreneurs to grow their operations, even in the face of economic challenges. It also demonstrates the importance of passing down specialized skills and knowledge across generations.

The details

White's father opened the marble fabrication and installation company in Summerville in 1993. After taking over the business, Nikki White is now investing $14 million to build a new 50,000-square-foot headquarters and production facility, which will allow the company to significantly increase its capacity and product offerings.

  • Nikki White's father opened the marble business in Summerville in 1993.
  • Nikki White is the third-generation owner, having taken over the company from her father.
  • The $14 million expansion project and new headquarters is currently underway.

The players

Nikki White

The third-generation owner of the Summerville marble business, who is leading the $14 million expansion project.

Nikki White's father

The founder of the Summerville marble business, which he opened 33 years ago.

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What they’re saying

“I'm proud to be carrying on my family's legacy and investing in the future of this business.”

— Nikki White, Owner

What’s next

The new headquarters and expanded production facility are expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

The takeaway

This family-owned small business is demonstrating the power of generational knowledge and entrepreneurial spirit, as the third-generation owner expands the company's operations and creates new jobs in the local community.