Mindy Vereen Jackson
Owner | COO
Our History
It all started in 1946 when J.B and Josephine Livingston built the "General Store". From 1946 until 1961 the general store provided gas for vehicles, gum for the kids and general farm supplies. In 1962 newly married couple Frankie and Linda Vereen took over the general store and it became "Vereens."
Vereens continued through the 60’s and early 70’s as a multifaceted store with products for both homeowners and farmers. The landscape of Myrtle Beach was changing in the late 1970’s and Vereens needed to change with it. Farms were quickly being replaced by golf courses and Vereens became a trusted supplier of products ranging from fertilizer and chemicals to course accessories. To keep pace with the golf boom of the 80’s Vereens acquired its own fertilizer plant in Kingstree SC in 1993. Demand for growth and additional capacity led to additions in both acreage, warehouse space and the liquid facility in 1997. Year after year Vereens continued to adapt to the needs of customers and the region.
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Our Team
Executive Managers
Andee DiCola
Owner | CFO
Earl McMinn
President
Sales Team
Brian Grill
Product Development
Catheryn Bankhead
Logistics Manager and Inside Sales
Dan Maxwell
Construction | LCO Sales
Darian Philo
Charlotte | Greensboro
Drayton Simpson
Greer Location Manager
Hunter Perkins
Spreader Truck Driver
James Jackson
Coastal North Carolina and Myrtle Beach
Jimmy Barker
Lowcountry, Charleston and Columbia
Matt Pruitt
Florida Location Manager
Paul Culclasure
Coastal Georgia | Northern Florida
Sam Coggin
Eastern Virginia | Outer Banks
Tyler Hoffman
Bluffton Location Manager
The CATO Tournament
The Cato Golf Tournament is held each year in honor of Nelson Cato, a longtime golf course superintendent who dedicated his career to the game of golf and finished out his professional journey with Vereens Turf. Known for his steady leadership, deep turf knowledge, and warm spirit, Nelson left a lasting mark on golf courses and colleagues across the Carolinas.
The event is more than a golf tournament—it’s a celebration of Nelson’s life and legacy. Friends, colleagues, and the broader golf community gather each year to enjoy championship golf, fellowship, and traditions like the TurfBeard Smashburgers and the prime rib dinner.
Most importantly, The Cato gives back. Proceeds from the tournament directly fund two annual scholarships at Horry Georgetown Technical College’s Turfgrass Program, established in Nelson’s name. These scholarships support the education of future turf professionals, ensuring that his commitment to the game and its people continues for generations.
The Cato stands as a reminder that golf is more than just fairways and greens—it’s about community, mentorship, and honoring those who gave so much to the sport.