ave the crop tops for Florida’s beaches and keep your feet in your shoes as Spirit Airlines is cracking down on ‘inadequate’ clothing on its flights.
On Wednesday, the company quietly updated its contract of carriage for passengers, which includes updating its dress code for passengers flying the budget airline.
The new rule dictates that a guest ‘shall not be permitted to board the aircraft’ if they are ‘barefoot or inadequately clothed.’
Among the examples of inappropriate travel outfits include: see-through clothing, exposed breasts, buttocks, or other private parts; lewd, obscene, or offensive clothing and tattoos.
The new regulation comes after multiple incidents of passengers being confronted over their attire.
Garcia was first confronted as he started to place his luggage in the overhead locker on January 13. A female flight attendant approached him to ask if he was in the right seat.
Garcia said she later told him to remove his hoodie because of the ‘obscene language.’
Congrats to our local 2025 James Beard Award semi-finalists: Femi Oyediran and Miles White of Graft Wine Shop for Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service; and Chubby Fish for Outstanding Restaurant (national).
We also want to acknowledge three businesses in North Carolina (Durham, Raleigh and Asheville) also selected as semi-finalists
Scott Crawford, Crawford Hospitality (Crawford and Son, Brodeto, Jolie, and others), Raleigh, NC – Outstanding Restaurateur
William Dissen, The Market Place, Asheville, NC – Outstanding Chef
Ricky Moore, Saltbox Seafood Joint, Durham, NC – Outstanding Chef
Full list of semi-finalists
Today, we are proud to announce the 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists for the James Beard Awards® presented by Capital One. Nominees will be announced on Wednesday, April 2, and winners will be announced at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on Monday, June 16 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
2025 marks an incredible milestone: the 35th anniversary of the James Beard Awards®. Considered to be among the nation’s most prestigious honors, the James Beard Awards® recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food media industries, as well as a demonstrated commitment to equity, sustainability, and creating a culture where all can thrive. The Restaurant and Chef Awards—established in 1990, with the first Awards given in 1991—celebrate excellence across all types of dining experiences, from fine dining to casual establishments, and are one of several recognition programs of the Awards.
The 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists are recognized across 25 categories. In celebration of the Awards’ pivotal anniversary, as well as in recognition of the ever-evolving independent restaurant landscape, the 2025 Restaurant and Chef Awards have expanded with a focus on beverages, introducing three new categories: Best New Bar, Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service, and Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service. Learn more about the James Beard Awards® categories, policies, and procedures here.
Check out the 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists below.
Outstanding Restaurateur
Itai Ben Eli and Itamar Levy, Sof Hospitality Group (Hamsa, Badolina Bakery, and Doris Metropolitan), Houston, TX
Nikki Berglund and Ryan Nitschke, Luna Fargo, Sol Ave. Kitchen, Nova Eatery and others, Fargo, ND
Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski, The Anchovy Bar, State Bird Provisions, and The Progress, San Francisco, CA
Cara Chigazola-Tobin and Allison Gibson, Honey Road and Gray Jay, Burlington, VT
Sue Chin and Jason Chin, Good Salt Restaurant Group (Seito Sushi, Reyes Mezcaleria, The Osprey, and others), Orlando, FL
Gerard Craft, Niche Food Group (Brasserie, Pastaria, None of the Above, and others), St. Louis, MO
Scott Crawford, Crawford Hospitality (Crawford and Son, Brodeto, Jolie, and others), Raleigh, NC
Scott Drewno and Danny Lee, The Fried Rice Collective (Anju, Chiko, and I Egg You), Washington, D.C.
Benjamin Goldberg, Max Goldberg, and Josh Habiger, Strategic Hospitality (Bastion, Locust, Kisser, and others), Nashville, TN
Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr, Frenchette, Le Veau d’ Or, and Le Rock, New York, NY
Mason Hereford, Turkey & the Wolf, Molly’s Rise & Shine, Hungry Eyes, and others, New Orleans, LA
Brian Jupiter and Aaron Torricelli, Pioneer Tavern Group (Frontier and Ina Mae Tavern), Chicago, IL
Douglas Katz, Edgewater Hospitality (Amba, Zhug, Kiln, and others), Cleveland, OH
Simon Kim, Gracious Hospitality Management (COTE, Undercote, and COQODAQ), New York, NY
Lavanya Mahate, Saffron Valley Restaurants, Salt Lake City, UT
Elliot Nelson, McNellie’s Group (McNellie’s and others), Tulsa and Oklahoma City, OK
Quynh Pham and Yenvy Pham, Phở Bắc Súp Shop, Phởcific Standard Time, and The Boat, Seattle, WA
Daisy Ryan and Greg Ryan, Companion Hospitality (Bell’s, Bar Le Cote, Priedite BBQ, and others), Los Alamos, CA
Sara Stayer and Martin Stayer, Nobie’s, Toasted Coconut, and Nonno’s, Houston, TX
Douglass Williams, MIDA, Boston, MA
Outstanding Chef presented by Hilton
Ann Ahmed, Khâluna, Minneapolis, MN
Lisa Becklund, FarmBar, Tulsa, OK
Amy Brandwein, Centrolina, Washington, D.C.
Tavel Bristol-Joseph, Canje, Austin, TX
Gilberto Cetina, Holbox, Los Angeles, CA
William Dissen, The Market Place, Asheville, NC
Suzette Gresham-Tognetti, Acquerello, San Francisco, CA
Francis Guzmán, Vianda, San Juan, PR
David Kirkland and Ernest Servantes, Burnt Bean Co., Seguin, TX
Gabriel Kreuther, Gabriel Kreuther, New York, NY
Gregory León, Amilinda, Milwaukee, WI
Sarah Minnick, Lovely’s Fifty Fifty, Portland, OR
Ricky Moore, Saltbox Seafood Joint, Durham, NC
Josh Niernberg, Bin 707 Foodbar, Grand Junction, CO
Cassie Piuma, Sarma, Somerville, MA
Carlos Portela, Orujo Taller de Gastronomía, San Juan, PR
Gabriel Rucker, Le Pigeon, Portland, OR
Greg Vernick, Vernick Fish, Philadelphia, PA
Lee Wolen, Boka, Chicago, IL
Jungsik Yim, Jungsik, New York, NY
Outstanding Restaurant presented by Acqua Panna® Natural Spring Water
Benu, San Francisco, CA
Chubby Fish, Charleston, SC
Coquine, Portland, OR
The Dabney, Washington, D.C.
Don Angie, New York, NY
ELEMI, El Paso, TX
The Four Horsemen, Brooklyn, NY
Frasca Food and Wine, Boulder, CO
Galit, Chicago, IL
Georges French Bistro, Wichita, KS
Ghee Indian Kitchen, Miami, FL
GW Fins, New Orleans, LA
Havana, Bar Harbor, ME
Kalaya, Philadelphia, PA
Kimball House, Decatur, GA
Nonesuch, Oklahoma City, OK
Oberlin, Providence, RI
Pasjoli, Santa Monica, CA
Selden Standard, Detroit, MI
Spoon and Stable, Minneapolis, MN
Emerging Chef presented by S.Pellegrino® Sparkling Natural Mineral Water
Jordan Anthony-Brown, The Aperture, Cincinnati, OH
Jesus “Chuy” Cervantes, Damian, Los Angeles, CA
Bhavin Chhatwani, Tamasha Modern Indian, Raleigh, NC
Paolo Dungca, Hiraya, Washington, D.C.
Jason Eckerson and Kate Hamm, Fish & Whistle, Biddeford, ME
Danny Garcia, Time & Tide, New York, NY
Daniel Garwood, Acru, New York, NY
Kaitlin Guerin, Lagniappe Bakehouse, New Orleans, LA
Spencer Horovitz, Hadeem, San Francisco, CA
Suu Khin, Burmalicious, Houston, TX
Phila Lorn, Mawn, Philadelphia, PA
Nikhil Naiker, NIMKI, Providence, RI
Anna Nguyen and Ni Nguyen, Sắp Sửa, Denver, CO
Kayla Pfeiffer, Bicyclette Cookshop, Naples, FL
Jacob Potashnick, Feld, Chicago, IL
Keoni Regidor, Lehua, Hilo, HI
Jane Sacro Chatham, Vicia, St Louis, MO
Marcela Salas, BibiSol, Sioux Falls, SD
Lawrence “LT” Smith, Chilte, Phoenix, AZ
RJ Yoakum, Georgie, Dallas, TX
Best New Restaurant
Alma Fonda Fina, Denver, CO
Atoma, Seattle, WA
Bad Idea, Nashville, TN
Bridgetown Roti, Los Angeles, CA
Bûcheron, Minneapolis, MN
Café Carmellini, New York, NY
Cariño, Chicago, IL
Casa Balam, Decatur, GA
Corima, New York, NY
Ema, Houston, TX
FamilyFriend, Seattle, WA
Fet-Fisk, Pittsburgh, PA
Figulina, Raleigh, NC
Four Kings, San Francisco, CA
Kisa, New York, NY
Lao’d Bar, Austin, TX
Le Rêve Restaurant & Raw Bar, Sheridan, WY
LUNE, Dennis Port, MA
Mābo, Dallas, TX
Maude & the Bear, Staunton, VA
Mita, Washington, D.C.
Noche, Tulsa, OK
Ômo by Jônt, Winter Park, FL
Penny, New York, NY
Porgy’s Seafood Market, New Orleans, LA
Santo Arcadia, Phoenix, AZ
Somaek, Boston, MA
The Union, Helena, MT
Vecino, Detroit, MI
Vinai, Minneapolis, MN
Outstanding Bakery
17 Berkshire, Memphis, TN
Atelier Ortega, Jackson Hole, WY
Bellegarde Bakery, New Orleans, LA
Carissa’s the Bakery, Easthampton, NY
Coda, Albuquerque, NM
Dan The Baker, Columbus, OH
Fan Fan Doughnuts, Brooklyn, NY
Gusto Bread, Long Beach, CA
JinJu Patisserie, Portland, OR
Koffeteria, Houston, TX
The Local General Store, Honolulu, HI
Machine Shop, Philadelphia, PA
Nathaniel Reid Bakery, Kirkwood, MO
Patisserie Jacqui, Bisbee, AZ
Quail and Condor, Healdsburg, CA
Saint Bread, Seattle, WA
Secret Bakery, Ferndale, MI
Starship Bagel, Lewisville, TX
Super Secret Ice Cream, Bethlehem, NH
Vienne, Bozeman, MT
Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker
Susan Bae, Moon Rabbit, Washington, D.C.
Cat Cox, Country Bird Bakery, Tulsa, OK
Brant Dadaleares, Gross Confection Bar, Portland, ME
Abigail Dahan, Provenance, Philadelphia, PA
Adalberto Diaz, Fillings and Emulsions, Salt Lake City, UT
Monique Feybesse and Paul Feybesse, Tarts de Feybesse, Oakland, CA
April Franqueza, The Dining Room at High Hampton, Cashiers, NC
Chris Hanmer, CH Patisserie, Sioux Falls, SD
Mateo Herrera, La Puerta del Sol, El Paso, TX
Antonia Kane, Course, Scottsdale, AZ
Crystal Kass, Valentine, Phoenix, AZ
Alexandra La Valle, Larder, Cleveland, OH
Yohann Le Bescond, Emma’s Patisserie at the World Equestrian Hotel, Ocala, FL
Helen Jo Leach, The Town Company, Kansas City, MO
Lucia Merino, Lucia Patisserie, San Juan, PR
Camari Mick, Raf’s, New York, NY
Carolyn Nugent and Alen Ramos, Poulette Bakeshop, Parker, CO
Leigh Omilinsky, Daisies, Chicago, IL
Hana Quon, Patisserie HQ, Honolulu, HI
Nicole Rucker, Fat + Flour, Los Angeles, CA
Outstanding Hospitality presented by American Airlines
Archipelago, Seattle, WA
Aria, Atlanta, GA
Atomix, New York, NY
Baobab Fare, Detroit, MI
Bluebeard, Indianapolis, IN
Compère Lapin, New Orleans, LA
Harbor House Inn, Elk, CA
Holly Hill Inn, Midway, KY
Kai, Gila River Indian Community, AZ
Little Fish, Philadelphia, PA
Manoli’s, Salt Lake City, UT
Melba’s, New York, NY
Mixtli, San Antonio, TX
Mucci’s, Saint Paul, MN
Persimmon, Providence, RI
République, Los Angeles, CA
Simon’s, Des Moines, IA
Tail Up Goat, Washington, D.C.
Taj Indian Cuisine, South Portland, ME
Vestige, Ocean Springs, MS
Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program
Bar Brava, Minneapolis, MN
Campo at Los Poblanos, Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Càphê Roasters, Philadelphia, PA
Charleston, Baltimore, MD
Elske, Chicago, IL
Hawksmoor, New York, NY
Hop Alley, Denver, CO
JJ’s Restaurant, Kansas City, MO
Kitchen Istanbul, San Francisco, CA
Leo’s House of Thirst, Asheville, NC
Ltd Edition Sushi, Seattle, WA
Lucian Books and Wine, Buckhead, GA
Macchialina , Miami, FL
March, Houston, TX
Oyster Club, Mystic, CT
Pluck Wine Bar and Restaurant, New Orleans, LA
Spencer, Ann Arbor, MI
Strong Water, Anaheim, CA
Taconeta, El Paso, TX
Waxlight Bar à Vin, Buffalo, NY
Outstanding Bar
Apothecary, Dallas, TX
Bryant’s Cocktail Lounge, Milwaukee, WI
Café La Trova, Miami, FL
Chandelier Bar, New Orleans, LA
Devil’s Toboggan, Bozeman, MT
John Brown’s Underground, Lawrence, KS
Kumiko, Chicago, IL
Law Bird, Columbus, OH
Leyenda, Brooklyn, NY
Little Rituals, Phoenix, AZ
Lone Wolf Lounge, Savannah, GA
Roquette, Seattle, WA
Scotch Lodge, Portland, OR
Techo Mezcaleria & Agave Bar, Austin, TX
The Bar at Willett, Bardstown, KY
The Lovers Bar at Friday Saturday Sunday, Philadelphia, PA
Thunderbolt, Los Angeles, CA
True Laurel, San Francisco, CA
Water Witch, Salt Lake City, UT
Wolf Tree, White River Junction, VT
Best New Bar
The Abbey, Brunswick, ME
Agency, Milwaukee, WI
The Bar Beej, Durham, NC
Bar Cana, Washington, D.C.
Bar Colette, Dallas, TX
Bar Contra, New York, NY
Bisous, Chicago, IL
Equal Measure, Boston, MA
The Halfway Club, San Francisco, CA
Identidad Cocktail Bar, San Juan, PR
Kampar Kongsi, Philadelphia, PA
Kid Sister, Phoenix, AZ
Marietta Proper, Marietta, GA
Merai, Brookline, MA
Roma Norte, San Diego, CA
Sip & Guzzle, New York, NY
Sophon, Seattle, WA
Traveling Mercies, Aurora, CO
Truce, Chicago, IL
ViceVersa, Miami, FL
Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service
Allegra Angelo, Vinya Table, Miami, FL
Natasha Bahrami, The Gin Room, St. Louis, MO
Christopher Bates, F.L.X. Table, Geneva, NY
Ian Bennett, The Study, Oklahoma City, OK
Alisha Blackwell-Calvert, Madrina, Webster Groves, MO
Andres Blanco, Le Jardinier, Houston, TX
Jacob Brown, Lazy Bear, San Francisco, CA
Jose Medina Camacho, Adios, Birmingham, AL
Arjav Ezekiel, Birdie’s, Austin, TX
Cassandra Felix, Daniel, New York, NY
Joel Gunderson, Heavenly Creatures, Portland, OR
Marika Josephson and Aaron Kleidon, Scratch Brewing, Ava, IL
Thomas Kakalios, Asador Bastian, Chicago, IL
Mary Allen Lindemann, Coffee By Design, Portland, ME
Alyssa Mikiko DiPasquale, The Koji Club, Brighton, MA
Cristie Norman, Delilah, Las Vegas, NV
Michael Ochsner, PLONK, Bozeman & Missoula, MT
Femi Oyediran and Miles White, Graft Wine Shop, Charleston, SC
Tonya Pitts, One Market, San Francisco, CA
Linda Milagros Violago, Canlis, Seattle, WA
Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service
Anu Apte, Rob Roy, Seattle, WA
Kursten Berry, Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours, Atlanta, GA
Jax Donahue, Carry On, Phoenix, AZ
Kate Gerwin, Happy Accidents, Albuquerque, NM
Abigail Gullo, LOA Bar, New Orleans, LA
McLain Hedges and Mary Allison Wright, Yacht Club, Denver, CO
Colleen Hughes, Supperland, Charlotte, NC
Ignacio Jimenez, Superbueno, New York, NY
Andra “AJ” Johnson, Serenata, Washington, D.C.
Dre Levon, Clavel, Baltimore, MD
Danny Louie, KAIYŌ, San Francisco, CA
Christopher Marty, Best Intentions, Chicago, IL
Nathaniel Meiklejohn, The Jewel Box, Portland, ME
Dave Newman, Pint + Jigger, Honolulu, HI
Jay Sanders, Wild Child, Shawnee, KS
Tobin Shea, Redbird, Los Angeles, CA
Oscar Simoza, The Wig Shop, Boston, MA
Mike Stankovich, Longfellow, Cincinnati, OH
Alan Walter, The Brakes Bar, Baton Rouge, LA
Takuma Watanabe, Martiny’s, New York, NY
Best Chefs presented by Capital One (by region)
Best Chef: California
Roberto Alcocer, Valle, Oceanside, CA
Evan Algorri, Etra, Los Angeles, CA
Darryl Bell, Stateline Road Smokehouse, Napa, CA
Jonny Black, Chez Noir, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Val Cantu, Californios, San Francisco, CA
Daniel Castillo, Heritage Barbecue, San Juan Capistrano, CA
Danielle Duran Zecca, Amiga Amore, Los Angeles, CA
Elvia Garcia and Alex Garcia, Evil Cooks, Los Angeles, CA
Richard Lee, Saison, San Francisco, CA
Melissa López, Barra Santos, Los Angeles, CA
Gaby Maeda, Friends & Family, Oakland, CA
Jordan Makableh and Saif Makableh, Mazra, Redwood City, CA
Tara Monsod, ANIMAE, San Diego, CA
Charles Namba, Camélia, Los Angeles, CA
Laura Ozyilmaz and Sayat Ozyilmaz, Dalida, San Francisco, CA
Kosuke Tada, Mijote, San Francisco, CA
Kwang Uh, Baroo, Los Angeles, CA
Ari Weiswasser, Glen Ellen Star, Glen Ellen, CA
Jon Yao, Kato, Los Angeles, CA
Nite Yun, Lunette, San Francisco, CA
Best Chef: Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH)
Marcos Ascencio, Mariscos San Pedro, Chicago, IL
Javier Bardauil, Barda, Detroit, MI
Avishar Barua, Agni, Columbus, OH
Jennifer Blakeslee and Eric Patterson, The Cooks’ House, Traverse City, MI
Jonathan Brooks, Beholder, Indianapolis, IN
Vinnie Cimino, Cordelia, Cleveland, OH
Missy Corey, Pennyroyal Cafe and Provisions, Saugatuck, MI
Thai Dang, HaiSous, Chicago, IL
Diana Davila, Mi Tocaya Antojería, Chicago, IL
Bo Fowler, BiXi Beer, Chicago, IL
Joe Frillman, Daisies, Chicago, IL
David Jackman, Wildweed, Cincinnati, OH
Chris Jung and Erling Wu-Bower, Maxwells Trading, Chicago, IL
Ji Hye Kim, Miss Kim, Ann Arbor, MI
Lamar Moore, ETC., Chicago, IL
Noah Sandoval, Oriole, Chicago, IL
Sujan Sarkar, Indienne, Chicago, IL
Zeeshan Shah and Yoshi Yamada, Superkhana International, Chicago, IL
Jeremy Umansky, Larder, Cleveland, OH
John Yelinek, Ladder 4 Wine Bar, Detroit, MI
Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA)
Matt Adler, Cucina Morini, Washington, D.C.
Anthony Andiario, Andiario, West Chester, PA
Juan Carlos Aparicio, El Chingon, Philadelphia, PA
Henji Cheung, Queen’s English, Washington, D.C.
Matt Conroy and Isabel Coss, Pascual, Washington, D.C.
Michael Correll, Ruse, St. Michaels, MD
Carlos Delgado, Causa and Amazonia, Washington, D.C.
Antimo DiMeo, Bardea Food & Drink, Wilmington, DE
Yun Fuentes, Bolo, Philadelphia, PA
Ruben Garcia, Casa Teresa, Washington, D.C.
Fernando Gonzalez, 2Fifty Barbeque, Riverdale, MD and Washington, DC
Jesse Ito, Royal Sushi & Izakaya, Philadelphia, PA
Kate Lasky and Tomasz Skowronski, Apteka, Pittsburgh, PA
Jasmine Norton, The Urban Oyster, Baltimore, MD
Cagla Onal Urel, Green Almond Pantry, Washington, D.C.
Dan Richer, Razza, Jersey City, NJ
Amanda Shulman, Her Place Supper Club, Philadelphia, PA
(CHARLESTON, S.C.)- The Post and Courier, South Carolina’s largest newspaper, announces the honorees of the 5th annual 12 Black Leaders to Know in South Carolina project, presented by Huntington Bank. Launching during BlackHistory Month, the program celebrates individuals who are making extraordinary contributions to their communities and shaping the future of the state.
The honorees will be featured in a special statewide print publication on Sunday, February 16, 2025, in The Post and Courier and 14 other Evening Post Publishing newspapers across the state. In addition, video interviews will be released monthly spotlighting each. Stories and videos will publish at postandcourier.com/BlackHistory along with an archive of 48 other past Black Leaders honorees from the past four years.
The 12 Black Leaders to Know in South Carolina honorees for honoree are:
Dr. Youlanda Gibbs, Palmetto Palace
Alana Jenkins, Sea Islands Heritage Academy
Leroy Jeter, Highland Neighborhood Association
KJ Kearney, Black Food Fridays
Craig King, Columbia College
Maya Morant, Georgetown County
Jauntavia Padgett, BVD Solutions
Dr. Al M. Panu, USC – Beaufort
Keyatta Priester, Aiken Electric Cooperative
Beth Ruffin, The Everyday Inclusionist
David White, The Dropping Pin
“These twelve leaders represent the best of South Carolina – individuals who are working tirelessly to create positivechange in their communities,” said senior editor Adam Parker. “Their stories reflect both the progress we’ve made and the work that still lies ahead in building a more equitable future for all South Carolinians.”
Honorees will be celebrated at a recognition luncheon on Friday, February 21, 2025, at the Francis Marion Hotel inCharleston, SC. Dr. Henry Tisdale, former president of Claflin University, will deliver the keynote address. To purchase tickets, visit postandcourier.com/12BlackLeaders.
About The Post and Courier
The Post and Courier is the South’s oldest daily newspaper and South Carolina’s largest newspaper. Based in Charleston,
S.C. The Post and Courier is an independent held, family-owned media company dedicated to transparent, fact-based journalism in South Carolina.
Society Introduces 148 Rental Residences to Ansonborough Neighborhood
CHARLESTON, S.C. (January 22, 2025) — Southern Land Company (SLC), an award-winning national real estate developer of master-planned, single-family, multifamily, and mixed-use communities, has welcomed the first residents to Society, its new 148-unit luxury apartment community located at 31 Laurens Street in the Ansonborough neighborhood of Charleston.
Comprising 167,000 square feet spanning three brick buildings along Washington Street, with two on the south side of Laurens Street and the third on the north side of Laurens Street, Society emphasizes elegance and simplicity in its design, convenience and ease in its location, and warmth and affability in its programming and services.
“We are beyond excited that Society has come to life in an exceptional location in a treasured city,” said SLC Founder and CEO Tim Downey. “We have taken great care in the design, development, and now operation of Society, ensuring we have met our own high standards as well as those of the Ansonborough neighborhood and city. We are proud to introduce Society and extend our own brand of distinctive design and Southern hospitality to our residents.”
Society features 148 pet-friendly studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes, including eight penthouses. With 54 different floor plans, residents can select from a range of residences between 572 to 2,739 square feet, with monthly rent starting at $2,475. Society’s residences marry sophisticated design with optimized comfort to allow for both resort- and retreat-like living experiences. Each residence features open-concept living spaces, chef-inspired kitchens, abundant windows to allow for ample natural light, and modular walk-in closets. Designer features and finishes include Restoration Hardware pendant lighting, Calacatta quartz countertops and matte bath flooring, and under-cabinet lighting. Many residences also feature terraces, Charleston Harbor views, freestanding kitchen islands, and dual vanities with accent lighting.
Society’s refined design is apparent throughout the community, extending into its collection of communal and amenity spaces, which include:
A heated saltwater pool, complete with spa and views of Charleston Harbor, situated on a 2nd-floor deck
Private cabanas and outdoor social gathering space with fireplace
A state-of-the-art fitness center
The Blue Palm, a meeting place for residents perfect for gathering with friends or working from home, equipped with a full kitchen and bar
A Wi-Fi-enabled boardroom
Other convenience-focused offerings at Society include secure bike storage, a private dog run and pet spa, package lockers with 24/7 access, controlled-access parking, and concierge services.
Residents can reserve any of Society’s communal lounges for their personal occasions, while also enjoying opportunities to connect with neighbors through a variety of social and wellness programs organized by Society’s team of property management and hospitality experts. Please note that certain amenities, finishes, and communal space uses are subject to change.
Situated in walkable Ansonborough, Society is just steps from an abundance of galleries, boutiques, restaurants, parks, and cultural attractions, including the Charleston Gaillard Center, the International African American Museum, Gadsdenboro Park, and the South Carolina Aquarium.
Society marks SLC’s first multifamily community in Charleston. During the planning, development, and construction phases of the project, SLC collaborated with the City of Charleston, Historic Charleston Foundation, the Preservation Society of Charleston, and the Historic Ansonborough Neighborhood Association (HANA) to ensure Society would be a welcomed addition to the city.
“We remain grateful for the input from the community as Society took shape,” said Downey. “We are proud of Society and look forward to being great neighbors in this wonderful community for many years to come.”
Southern Land Company is a national, full-service real estate developer that has been reimagining the industry since 1986. Rooted in the belief that visionary design and cultivation of community are at the heart of every successful development project, the company brings extraordinary living spaces and experiences within reach in the form of master-planned, single-family, multifamily, mixed-use, and hospitality developments, all created by a diverse team of industry-leading, in-house experts.
Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Southern Land Company has market-leading projects in nine states, with regional offices in New York City; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Plano, Texas; Denver, Colorado; and Vallejo, California. Southern Land Company’s current project pipeline is valued at $3 billion. To learn more, visit www.southernland.com.
In a statement on Instagram, the team behind Bar Copa located at 3297 Maybank Hwy Suite 302, Johns Island, SC 294553297 Maybank Hwy Suite 302, Johns Island, SC 29455 announced they will be closing their doors at the end of business on February 1, 2025.
While we are eternally proud of what we created here at Bar Copa we have made the difficult decision to close our doors for good. Our final service will be on Saturday February 1st.
We have been fortunate enough to create a lifetime’s worth of friends, laughs and memories in what feels like a short time, and we are so grateful for everyone who chose us!
Life has many chapters, and this one was incredible and while we look forward to the next one, we’ve still got some time to make sure this one ends the right way: celebrating !
Please join us between now and 2/1/25 and let’s party!
We ❤️ you Johns Island.
We would like to wish everyone in the Bar Copa family all the best as they begin new chapters and thank you for being a part of the Johns Island and Lowcountry community.
A proposal to demolish 534-538 King Street, an irreplaceable Mid-Century Modern building on upper King Street, will be discussed THIS THURSDAY at the BAR-S meeting. This building is at immediate risk and your voice is needed.
The PSC will continue to make the case that not only is 534-538 King an increasingly rare and intact example of Mid-Century Modern commercial architecture in Charleston, but that it represents a deep connection to the social and cultural history of King Street.
This year, the City of Charleston will update its architectural survey for the first time in 50 years as work begins to pursue National Register Historic District status for Upper King Street. To lose 534-538 King before these efforts get underway would be a missed opportunity to better understand this building’s contribution to the city’s architectural heritage and legacies of Jewish- and Black-owned businesses.
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
Make your voice heard at the BAR-S Meeting on Thursday. Jan. 23! – Click HERE for review meeting details.
Post a public comment by TOMORROW Wednesday, Jan. 22 at noon. Click HERE to make a comment.
534-538 King Street is an important example of Mid-Century Modern design and contributes to the architectural diversity of upper King Street
This building represents the legacy of upper King Street as a hub of Black- and Jewish-owned businesses
Each storefront has its own unique history that should be considered (534 King once housed The Chronicle, a long-standing newspaper serving the Black community; 536 King housed the Black-owned and operated Reeves & Son Shoe Repair for 30 years; 538 King was home to Southeastern Business College, which served primarily Black students)
This building deserves the opportunity to be evaluated as part of the City’s architectural survey update and Upper King Street National Register Historic District nomination process
Despite the applicant’s claims, this building has value and IS important to our city’s future. Let’s protect Charleston, one building at a time.
Owners Alireza Mazaheri and Hannah Glasier to bring high-quality home care services to seniors in the Charleston area
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Caring Senior Service, a non-medical, personalized home care services company, announces the opening of its new Charleston office, the first Caring Senior Service location in the state of South Carolina.
Caring Senior Service of Charleston owners Alireza “Ali” Mazaheri, left, and his wife, Hannah Glasier, want to bring high-quality home care services to residents in the Charleston area.
Owners Alireza “Ali” Mazaheri and his wife, Hannah Glasier, have both worked in the healthcare industry and believe that joining the Caring Senior Service family is the right path for them to provide non-medical home services to residents in the Charleston County area. With the opening of this location, Caring Senior Service is now located in 20 states throughout the country.
Mazaheri, a registered physiotherapist in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, said that he and Glasier evaluated several business and franchise opportunities before choosing Caring Senior Service.
“Caring gave us the feeling of family that we were looking for, and their business model was the best fit for us now and as we scale the business for future expansion,” Mazaheri said. “Our long-term goal is to help educate the community about the importance of home care and provide families and seniors with the information they need to bridge the gap between healthcare services and the personal services needed to stay healthy and happy at home.”
Glasier, who has worked for a proactive health and wellness service in Toronto for nearly six years, said that Caring Senior Service provides the couple with a challenging business opportunity that also will allow them to make a difference in the lives of seniors.
“It’s important to provide families with peace of mind while fostering a more connected community,” she said. “Caring Senior Service’s franchise program will support Ali and I in our endeavors to build a legacy business while we work to make a positive impact on the area’s seniors and their family members.”
Caring Senior Service of Charleston, South Carolina is located at 1671 Belle Isle Avenue, Suite 110, Office H in Mount Pleasant, and provides meal preparation, respite care, transportation, medication reminders, companionship and other personal care services to seniors and others in the Charleston area.
Caring Senior Service is a non-medical home care services company based in San Antonio, Texas. Founded by CEO Jeff Salter in 1991, the company provides assistance to seniors, the disabled population and any adult who may need help with the tasks of everyday living such as bathing, personal care, running errands and preparing food. After adding locations throughout Texas in the 1990s, the company extended its reach through franchising in 2002. It now boasts more than 50 locations throughout the United States. Caring Senior Service has also been named as one of the Franchise Business Review’s top franchises in 2022 and 2023 and has created programs to assist potential franchisees in choosing a location and training their staff.
In 2021, Caring Senior Service created a non-profit organization calledClose the Gap in Senior Care to raise awareness of the overlooked and underserved aspects of senior care. Salter launched Close the Gap with an electric bike ride to each Caring Senior Service franchise location throughout the country, totaling more than 9,000 miles.
To fulfill a need for new professionals in the growing South Carolina life science industry, Ritedose partnered with Newberry College to develop a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing program.
COLUMBIA, S.C., Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In response to the growing demand for skilled professionals in South Carolina’s life sciences sector, The Ritedose Corporation has partnered with Newberry College to launch a new Pharmaceutical Manufacturing program, set to begin in the summer of 2025. This collaboration combines the strengths of both institutions to prepare students for careers in one of the state’s most dynamic industries.
Newberry College, a private, residential, co-educational institution with a diverse student population, partnered with The Ritedose Corporation to launch a new Pharmaceutical Manufacturing program.
South Carolina’s life sciences sector, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare, is experiencing rapid growth, creating a need for a highly trained workforce. Dr. Jerry Alewine, Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences at Newberry College, identified the opportunity to develop an academic program aligned with the needs of the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. The partnership with Ritedose, a leader in pharmaceutical manufacturing, was a natural fit.
“Our partnership with Newberry College represents a forward-thinking approach to education and workforce development,” said Bob Sikora, Senior Director of Quality Assurance at Ritedose. “By combining our industry expertise with Newberry College’s academic framework, we are able to offer a program that prepares students for the challenges of the pharmaceutical manufacturing world. This collaboration is an investment in the future of the industry, ensuring that students graduate with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive.”
The Pharmaceutical Manufacturing program – a 30-hour bachelor’s program open to students with associate degrees – will consist of 10 asynchronous courses, focused on quality, compliance, and process optimization. Ritedose’s team of industry experts has shaped the curriculum, ensuring that students are exposed to real-world knowledge. Courses such as “Sterile Procedures” and “FDA Guidelines for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers” will give students a deep understanding of industry standards and regulations.
“The collaboration with Ritedose has been instrumental in the development of this program,” said Tracy Cook, Director of Health Sciences at Newberry College. “By working together, we are able to offer a truly unique educational experience. Ritedose’s expertise ensures that our students are not only learning the fundamentals but are also gaining an understanding of the key issues that professionals face in the field. This partnership allows Newberry College to enter a new market and become the first institution in South Carolina to offer this specialized program.”
“The partnership with Newberry College is a perfect example of how businesses and academic institutions can collaborate to meet industry needs,” added Sikora. “Together, we are not only helping to develop a skilled workforce but also ensuring that South Carolinaremains at the forefront of pharmaceutical manufacturing innovation.”
About Ritedose Ritedose is the largest CDMO in the United States specializing in sterile Blow Fill Seal (BFS) production of unit dose solutions for the ophthalmic and respiratory markets. Ritedose Pharmaceuticals provides uninterrupted patient access to quality medications every day. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, the Company partners with leading pharmaceutical companies to deliver safe, effective, and reliable medications that improve patient outcomes. For more information about Ritedose and its services, visit www.Ritedose.com.
About Newberry College Newberry College is a private, residential, co-educational institution with a diverse student population. Founded in 1856 by the Lutheran Church, Newberry College is one of the South’s top 10 best colleges according to U.S. News & World Report, consistently honored for value (No. 3), social mobility (No. 4), best colleges for veterans (No. 2) and overall best (No. 10). Offering baccalaureate degrees in 44 majors, four graduate programs, six fully online undergraduate programs and five dual-degree programs, the College’s foundation remains grounded in the liberal arts. In addition, the College offers 23 NCAA Division II sports, cheerleading, dance and esports. Newberry College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and the National Association of Schools of Music. For more information, visit newberry.edu.
Excited to share progress on The Michaels Organization’s latest project: a 70-unit LIHTC community in partnership with One80 Place, dedicated to serving the homeless population in Charleston, SC. This development includes temporary living dorms for survivors of domestic violence, reflecting our commitment to creating safe and supportive housing solutions.
Site work is underway and progressing on schedule, thanks to our incredible local partners—Choate Construction as our general contractor and LS3P as the architect. Together, they are building more than housing; we’re building hope.
Details about the Project
The Michaels Organization, working in partnership with One80 Place and Spandrel Development Partners, is set to transform a vacant lot in downtown Charleston into much-needed permanent, affordable housing exclusively serving homeless individuals and families, after successfully achieving a financial closing for 573 Meeting Street.
The development is the result of a collaborative effort between Michaels, the nation’s largest private-sector owner of affordable housing, Spandrel, a multi-disciplined real estate development firm, and One80 Place, one of the largest providers of services to people moving out of homelessness in South Carolina.
“We are thrilled to reach this milestone for 573 Meeting Street and we are grateful for the support of the city, the state, and all our partners,” said Bruce Morgan, Senior Vice President of Development at The Michaels Organization. “This development exemplifies what the public, private, and non-profit sectors can accomplish when working together to create high-quality, service-enhanced affordable housing solutions that enhance communities and lift lives.”
The planned development will maximize a vacant parcel within One80 Place’s homeless and supportive services campus in one of historic Charleston’s most dynamic neighborhoods. The six-story, mixed-use development will be a permanent home for 70 formerly homeless individuals, and the second floor will be a new family shelter for 65 women and parents with their children.
“We believe that our community’s most vulnerable neighbors deserve the best of what Charleston has to offer. Housing built specifically to support people moving out of homelessness is critical to ending homelessness, once and for all,” said Stacey Denaux, One80 Place’s CEO. “The impact of this project will be profound and long-lasting.”
Spandrel Development’s Co-founder, Emanuel D. Neuman said: “After seven years of planning, we are very excited to see this development now poised to start construction and to make One80 Place’s vision for this transformative community a reality.” Sprandel has developed several communities in Charleston, including two on Meeting Street.
At 573 Meeting Street, One80 Place will offer comprehensive supportive services to the residents including case management, healthcare, tenancy support, and legal services. Residents will earn no more than 50% of HUD area median income (AMI) and spend no more than 30% of their income on rent.
Financing for the $44 million development was made possible through 4% low-income housing tax credits, tax-exempt bonds allocated by the South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority, funding from the City of Charleston through the Charleston Redevelopment Corporation, the CLIMB fund, Charleston County, South Carolina Housing Trust Fund and generous private donations to One80 Place.
The City of Charleston Housing Authority has committed project-based rental assistance for all 70 rental units, ensuring long-term affordability for residents.
Development team partners include LS3P as the architect and Choate Construction as the General Contractor. Berkadia and Monarch invested in the federal and state tax credits with TD Bank providing the construction loan and Berkadia/Freddie Mac providing the permanent mortgage loan. Michaels will provide property and investment management services, ensuring the community remains a long-term asset to the neighborhood.
About The Michaels Organization
Michaels is a national leader in residential real estate, offering full-service capabilities in development, property and asset management, construction, and investment. Serving more than 200,000 residents in more than 600 communities across 39 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Michaels is committed to crafting housing solutions that jumpstart education, civic engagement and neighborhood prosperity, and to creating Communities That Lift Lives.
About Spandrel Development Partners:
Spandrel Development Partners (Spandrel) is a multi-disciplined equity real estate development firm. Based upon its proprietary analysis, Spandrel pursues opportunities for conversion, capital improvement and ground-up development in targeted U.S. markets based on strong and thriving economic and demographic indicators. Currently focused on the multi-family, student, hospitality, industrial, and retail market segments, Spandrel leverages its principals’ decades of development and investment experience in the creation of long-term value. For more information, go tospandreldevelopment.com.
About One80 Place
One80 Place ends and prevents homelessness. One80 Place serves more than 2,500 individuals annually across the state of South Carolina with offices in Charleston and Columbia. One80 Place has operated a shelter and community kitchen since 1984 and has expanded its services to end and prevent homelessness by offering case management, on-site healthcare, street outreach, and legal services for individuals, families, and Veterans. To learn more visit www.one80place.org.The Michaels Organization, working in partnership withOne80 Place and Spandrel Development Partners, is set to transform a vacant lot in downtown Charleston into much-needed permanent, affordable housing exclusively serving homeless individuals and families, after successfully achieving a financial closing for 573 Meeting Street.
The development is the result of a collaborative effort between Michaels, the nation’s largest private-sector owner of affordable housing, Spandrel, a multi-disciplined real estate development firm, and One80 Place, one of the largest providers of services to people moving out of homelessness in South Carolina.
“We are thrilled to reach this milestone for 573 Meeting Street and we are grateful for the support of the city, the state, and all our partners,” said Bruce Morgan, Senior Vice President of Development at The Michaels Organization. “This development exemplifies what the public, private, and non-profit sectors can accomplish when working together to create high-quality, service-enhanced affordable housing solutions that enhance communities and lift lives.”
The planned development will maximize a vacant parcel within One80 Place’s homeless and supportive services campus in one of historic Charleston’s most dynamic neighborhoods. The six-story, mixed-use development will be a permanent home for 70 formerly homeless individuals, and the second floor will be a new family shelter for 65 women and parents with their children.
“We believe that our community’s most vulnerable neighbors deserve the best of what Charleston has to offer. Housing built specifically to support people moving out of homelessness is critical to ending homelessness, once and for all,” said Stacey Denaux, One80 Place’s CEO. “The impact of this project will be profound and long-lasting.”
Spandrel Development’s Co-founder, Emanuel D. Neuman said: “After seven years of planning, we are very excited to see this development now poised to start construction and to make One80 Place’s vision for this transformative community a reality.” Sprandel has developed several communities in Charleston, including two on Meeting Street.
At 573 Meeting Street, One80 Place will offer comprehensive supportive services to the residents including case management, healthcare, tenancy support, and legal services. Residents will earn no more than 50% of HUD area median income (AMI) and spend no more than 30% of their income on rent.
Financing for the $44 million development was made possible through 4% low-income housing tax credits, tax-exempt bonds allocated by the South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority, funding from the City of Charleston through the Charleston Redevelopment Corporation, the CLIMB fund, Charleston County, South Carolina Housing Trust Fund and generous private donations to One80 Place.
The City of Charleston Housing Authority has committed project-based rental assistance for all 70 rental units, ensuring long-term affordability for residents.
Development team partners include LS3P as the architect and Choate Constructionas the General Contractor. Berkadia and Monarch invested in the federal and state tax credits with TD Bank providing the construction loan and Berkadia/Freddie Mac providing the permanent mortgage loan. Michaels will provide property and investment management services, ensuring the community remains a long-term asset to the neighborhood.
About The Michaels Organization
Michaels is a national leader in residential real estate, offering full-service capabilities in development, property and asset management, construction, and investment. Serving more than 200,000 residents in more than 600 communities across 39 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Michaels is committed to crafting housing solutions that jumpstart education, civic engagement and neighborhood prosperity, and to creating Communities That Lift Lives.
About Spandrel Development Partners:
Spandrel Development Partners (Spandrel) is a multi-disciplined equity real estate development firm. Based upon its proprietary analysis, Spandrel pursues opportunities for conversion, capital improvement and ground-up development in targeted U.S. markets based on strong and thriving economic and demographic indicators. Currently focused on the multi-family, student, hospitality, industrial, and retail market segments, Spandrel leverages its principals’ decades of development and investment experience in the creation of long-term value. For more information, go to spandreldevelopment.com.
About One80 Place
One80 Place ends and prevents homelessness. One80 Place serves more than 2,500 individuals annually across the state of South Carolina with offices in Charleston and Columbia. One80 Place has operated a shelter and community kitchen since 1984 and has expanded its services to end and prevent homelessness by offering case management, on-site healthcare, street outreach, and legal services for individuals, families, and Veterans. To learn more visit www.one80place.org.
Medal of Honor Values Take Center Stage at Groundbreaking Leadership Training Hosted by the Mt. Pleasant-Based Nonprofit
National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership launches inaugural training with welcome from two of the 61 living Medal of Honor recipients
MT. PLEASANT, S.C. — (Jan. 17, 2025) The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, headquartered in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., hosted “Building High-Trust, High-Performing Teams: Overcoming Challenges Through Core Values,” its inaugural leadership training with the Henderson Fire Department in Henderson, Nev., on Jan. 15-16, 2025. The training kicked off with a welcome address from two of the 61 living Medal of Honor recipients, Earl Plumlee and Leroy Petry, both of the War on Terrorism-Afghanistan.
Over the two-day training, the Center for Leadership trained more than 100 fire and police department staff with the goals to strengthen teamwork and address challenges by embracing the six core Medal of Honor values, which include courage, sacrifice, patriotism, citizenship, integrity and commitment.
“The training provided an opportunity to not only explore the challenges teams face but to also see how the core Medal of Honor values can be applied to overcome those obstacles,” says Medal of Honor recipient Earl Plumlee. “By emphasizing these values, the program equips leaders to build stronger, more cohesive teams that can thrive in even the most demanding environments.”
The training incorporated a dynamic blend of offerings, including interactive storytelling sessions led by Medal of Honor recipients, scenario-based workshops addressing common team dysfunctions, and opportunities for participants to develop actionable leadership strategies. Participants explored essential leadership themes such as building trust, embracing productive conflict, fostering commitment, promoting accountability and aligning team goals for collective success.
“Leadership is about inspiring others to achieve more than they thought possible,” says Medal of Honor recipient Leroy Petry. “The Medal of Honor values are the foundation for leaders who want to create a meaningful impact on their teams and communities.”
The program received high praise from Henderson Fire Department Chief Scott Vivier, who highlighted the relevance of the training to his team’s mission. “The Medal of Honor values align perfectly with the principles we strive to uphold as first responders,” says Chief Scott Vivier. “This training was transformative for our department and will have a lasting impact on how we serve our community.”
The training was held at theEast Police Station, located at 223 Lead St., Henderson, Nev. 89015.
“This is just the beginning of our journey to inspire leaders across the nation,” says Thomas Mundell, president and CEO of the Center for Leadership. “By sharing the timeless lessons of Medal of Honor recipients, we aim to equip individuals and teams with the tools they need to be successful leaders.”
Looking ahead, the Center for Leadership will continue to expand its offerings through a comprehensive series of nationwide trainings and events, both virtual and in-person, to teach leadership skills and create a space for dialogue among Medal of Honor recipients. The Center’s leadership program will offer a broad range of courses, materials and experiences to learners at different stages of their leadership journey—whether in a boardroom, a classroom or their personal lives. Learn about upcoming events: https://mohcenterforleadership.org/events/.
The Center for Leadership has plans to build a 50,000-square-foot training center and immersive visitor experience at Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. The facility will feature training spaces, cutting-edge multimedia exhibits, interactive galleries and experiential installations designed to bring the stories of Medal of Honor recipients to life.
About the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership
The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership’s mission is to inspire, develop, empower and challenge leaders through the values embodied by our country’s Medal of Honor Recipients. With a nationwide digital educational platform and audience-curated visitor experiences, Americans of all ages, backgrounds and locations will learn leadership values of courage, sacrifice, citizenship, integrity, commitment and patriotism to inspire them to transform lives, shape the future, and carry forward the best traditions of what it means to be an American. For more information, visit www.mohcenterforleadership.org.Medal of Honor Values Take Center Stage at Groundbreaking Leadership Training Hosted by the Mt. Pleasant-Based Nonprofit
National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership launches inaugural training with welcome from two of the 61 living Medal of Honor recipients
MT. PLEASANT, S.C. — (Jan. 17, 2025) The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, headquartered in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., hosted “Building High-Trust, High-Performing Teams: Overcoming Challenges Through Core Values,” its inaugural leadership training with the Henderson Fire Department in Henderson, Nev., on Jan. 15-16, 2025. The training kicked off with a welcome address from two of the 61 living Medal of Honor recipients, Earl Plumlee and Leroy Petry, both of the War on Terrorism-Afghanistan.
Over the two-day training, the Center for Leadership trained more than 100 fire and police department staff with the goals to strengthen teamwork and address challenges by embracing the six core Medal of Honor values, which include courage, sacrifice, patriotism, citizenship, integrity and commitment.
“The training provided an opportunity to not only explore the challenges teams face but to also see how the core Medal of Honor values can be applied to overcome those obstacles,” says Medal of Honor recipient Earl Plumlee. “By emphasizing these values, the program equips leaders to build stronger, more cohesive teams that can thrive in even the most demanding environments.”
The training incorporated a dynamic blend of offerings, including interactive storytelling sessions led by Medal of Honor recipients, scenario-based workshops addressing common team dysfunctions, and opportunities for participants to develop actionable leadership strategies. Participants explored essential leadership themes such as building trust, embracing productive conflict, fostering commitment, promoting accountability and aligning team goals for collective success.
“Leadership is about inspiring others to achieve more than they thought possible,” says Medal of Honor recipient Leroy Petry. “The Medal of Honor values are the foundation for leaders who want to create a meaningful impact on their teams and communities.”
The program received high praise from Henderson Fire Department Chief Scott Vivier, who highlighted the relevance of the training to his team’s mission. “The Medal of Honor values align perfectly with the principles we strive to uphold as first responders,” says Chief Scott Vivier. “This training was transformative for our department and will have a lasting impact on how we serve our community.”
The training was held at theEast Police Station, located at 223 Lead St., Henderson, Nev. 89015.
“This is just the beginning of our journey to inspire leaders across the nation,” says Thomas Mundell, president and CEO of the Center for Leadership. “By sharing the timeless lessons of Medal of Honor recipients, we aim to equip individuals and teams with the tools they need to be successful leaders.”
Looking ahead, the Center for Leadership will continue to expand its offerings through a comprehensive series of nationwide trainings and events, both virtual and in-person, to teach leadership skills and create a space for dialogue among Medal of Honor recipients. The Center’s leadership program will offer a broad range of courses, materials and experiences to learners at different stages of their leadership journey—whether in a boardroom, a classroom or their personal lives. Learn about upcoming events: https://mohcenterforleadership.org/events/.
The Center for Leadership has plans to build a 50,000-square-foot training center and immersive visitor experience at Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. The facility will feature training spaces, cutting-edge multimedia exhibits, interactive galleries and experiential installations designed to bring the stories of Medal of Honor recipients to life.
About the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership
The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership’s mission is to inspire, develop, empower and challenge leaders through the values embodied by our country’s Medal of Honor Recipients. With a nationwide digital educational platform and audience-curated visitor experiences, Americans of all ages, backgrounds and locations will learn leadership values of courage, sacrifice, citizenship, integrity, commitment and patriotism to inspire them to transform lives, shape the future, and carry forward the best traditions of what it means to be an American. For more information, visitwww.mohcenterforleadership.org.
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