Building Business East of the Cooper: Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Announces New Board
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) is pleased to announce its 2024 Board of Directors, a diverse and accomplished group of individuals committed to encouraging business and community success East of the Cooper. The incoming board brings a wealth of experience across various industries, coupled with a shared passion for serving the local business landscape.
“We are incredibly excited to welcome our new board members,” exclaimed Kathleen Herrmann, President. “Their expertise, enthusiasm, and dedication will be invaluable as we work together to navigate the evolving needs of our members and the community as a whole.”
The newly appointed board members include:
- President: Kathleen Herrmann, Marketing Director, Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
- President Elect: Tammy Becker, CEO, Pigtails and Crewcuts
- Vice President: Karina Garrison, Senior Vice President, Pinnacle Financial Partners
- Immediate Past President: Jennifer Maxwell, Regional Director of Sales, Raines Company
- Secretary: Benjamin Nesvold, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Investments
- Treasurer: Louis Tyson, Founder, Tyson Accounting Services
- Foundations Committee Chair: Michael Cochran, Agent, Farm Bureau Insurance
- RISE Committee Chair: Kendall Koste, Founder, Shine Brightly
- Young Professionals Committee Chair: Josh Kramer, Owner, Private I Print Productions
Additionally, the following board members will continue their terms in 2024:
- President Emeritus: Chris Staubes, Staubes Law Firm
- At Large: John Carroll, Unlimited Performance Inc.
- At Large: Rick Giecek, Nothing Bundt Cakes
- At Large: Joe Hinske, Legare, Bailey & Hinske CPAs
- General Counsel: Edward Phipps, Phipps Law Firm
- Community Engagement Committee Chair: Brian Sherman, The Publications Specialist
- Expo Committee Chair: Ben Knight, Vikings Mergers & Acquisitions
- Marketing Committee Chair: Mike Compton, rūmbo Advertising
- Membership Committee Chair: Scott Labarowski, Horizon First Insurance
“We are also grateful to our returning board members who continue to bring their wisdom and leadership to the table,” said Kathleen Herrmann. “Their experience and guidance are crucial for ensuring the chamber’s ongoing success.”
The 2024 Board of Directors is poised to lead the chamber through an exciting year of initiatives, including the opening of MPCC’s first physical location. With their combined expertise and passion, the board is confident in making a lasting impact in Mount Pleasant.
About MPCC: Since 1992, the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce has brought together business leaders from the East Cooper community for mutually beneficial purposes. The membership is a mix of professions including advertising, publishing, finance, health care, food and beverage, hotel, retail, insurance, legal, and service businesses of every description. The MPCC’s mission is to encourage business and community success East of the Cooper. MPCC was named a Noteworthy Network in the 2023 Lowcountry Diversity Leadership Awards by the Charleston Regional Business Journal and Best Activist Group or Effort in Best of the Best 2023 by Moultrie News.
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