2015 ANNUAL REPORT2016 BUSINESS PRIORITIES

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Letter from Leadership 1Talent 2Legislative Achievements 4Business Development Solutions 6Leadership 8Membership Relations & Development 102016 Executive Committee and Board of Directors 12Leadership Circle Investors 14Staff Contacts 16

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Dear Chamber Member,

At the outset of this year’s annual report and presentation of Chamber business priorities, we want to thank you for your commitment to our organization and the difference you are making by the successful operation of your organization. 2015 was a stellar year for greater Charleston and our joint efforts all contributed to the success of our region’s economy and overall prosperity.

Our shared opportunity in the upcoming year is to continue to dynamically contribute to the sustainability and prosperity of our metro area. The reality facing us in 2016 is that we are no longer a well-kept secret. We have stepped onto the global stage with unprecedented growth in our advanced manufacturing sector; further meaningful development of our IT/software cluster; outstanding performance from our Port; continued national and international accolades for our travel and tourism industry; robust residential and commercial growth; and strong general health of our remaining business clusters.

Leveraging the assets and resources needed for our region’s continued progress means that we need to work as one in the following three areas:

- Regional Advancement - Great metro areas know that their ingredients by themselves are not enough; their assets need to be strategically aligned and effectively managed. In 2016, the Charleston Metro Chamber and Charleston Regional Development Alliance will combine forces to produce One Region, a Global Competitiveness Economic Development Strategy. One Region will be our economic development “road map” for the next five years, driving business expansion and recruitment efforts.

- Advocacy - For your business or firm to competitively excel in today’s marketplace requires career-ready and skilled employees, well-maintained and adequate infrastructure, attainable housing for your workforce, an attractive quality of place and a business-friendly environment. The Chamber’s leadership, advocacy team and volunteer business member arm are jointly focused on advancing each of these issues on your behalf.

- Business Development - At the end of the day, the vibrancy of your business relates directly with the success of our economy and growth of our business community. The Chamber’s programs, training offerings and special initiatives are designed with this end goal in mind by connecting you to fellow business leaders, developing the skills and leadership abilities of your staff and providing you with unique platforms to advance your business.

Thank you for your membership, support, and high expectations. We look forward to serving you and advancing our region in 2016.

Respectfully yours,

Scott Woods2016 Chairman of the Board

4500 Leeds Avenue, Suite 100North Charleston, SC 29405www.charlestonchamber.netp: 843.577.2510

Bryan S. DerreberryPresident and CEO

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Diving Deep into Career Academy Partnership

Since 2013, Scientific Research Corporation (SRC) has been a Career Academies business partner to Goose Creek High School. In their dedication to educate and excite high school students about 21st century engineering careers, they’ve recently added a second academy partnership with North Charleston High School.

SRC’s partnership activities range from employee involvement in the classroom, to job shadowing, field trips and their annual “Deep Dive” into the SRC culture. The Deep Dive is a day when Career Academy students participate in experiential lessons, tours of the company, panel presentations by SRC leaders, role playing, mock interviews, project demonstrations and even a Pizza and Resume Review session; all to help students gain a deeper understanding of the industry and the skills (both hard and soft) needed to work in this exciting field.

SRC has also taken job shadowing to a new level. For the past 2 years, instead of students shadowing just one day, SRC has provided a 5-day job shadow

experience for true career immersion. Last year, 15 Goose Creek students each spent 5 days immersed in the SRC experience.

Academies Coordinator James Holman, who works as a System Analyst II, recruits company volunteers to

work with each school, presenting volunteers with both the details of what they do as well as the big picture of why they do it. “The value of working with local high school students is beyond measure. It allows us to share our passion about science and technology with the next generation of engineers. It creates opportunities for employees to give back to their community and to ignite the interest of the

future leaders.” Holman says, “And it allows students to see the real-world applications of their core academic courses and the importance of them.”

SRC’s extensive impact as an academy partner is increasing the region’s local talent pipeline. It’s truly a “Deep Dive” that will positively reverberate for decades to come.

“ Our goal is to provide these students a career vision in Engineering and Science and help them understand the path to success!”

James Ward, Executive Vice President Scientific Research Corporation

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TOP 2015 TALENT OUTCOMES

Another year of phenomenal growth for Career Academies

across three school districts

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Learn more and view our progress at charlestonchamber.net/careeracademies

Students and 30 companies are participating in Youth Apprenticeship Programs in partnership with Trident Technical College

and SC Youth Apprenticeship, which now offer Manufacturing, Information Technology and Hospitality apprenticeships.

• Develop and implement a 5-year plan for Career Academy growth

• Develop Career Readiness Standards metrics for regional high school graduates

• Provide Youth Apprenticeships to 200 students across multiple industries

• Award 40 Accelerate Greater Charleston (AGC) Scholarships to graduating high school seniors

DRIVING TALENT IN 2016

The Charleston Metro Chamber was named as the Convening Partner for the High School Graduation Network of the Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative.

Career Headlight, a new portal designed to help users find available jobs and skill requirements, has been developed and is now available for students, teachers, parents and working adults to find the careers best suited for them.

Developed in collaboration with CRDA and SC Works.Charlestonregionalcareerheadlight.com

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Aligning Statewide Voices to Fix Infrastructure

A top legislative priority in 2015 –a sustainable transportation infrastructure funding resolution – continues as the legislative session opens in 2016. The seriousness of the need requires a unified voice across the state and the Chamber has played a significant role in mobilizing organizations to call for a statewide solution.

The Chamber helped to build a statewide coalition of organizations who know the critical role infrastructure plays in the transportation of employees, goods and services each day. It comprises:• Chambers of Commerce• Grassroots organizations,

e.g. the South Carolina Alliance To Fix Our Roads (SCFOR)

• Industry associations, e.g. the South Carolina Trucking Association

• Business leaders from companies large and small

The coalition is advocating for an increase in the state’s Motor Fuel User Fee, currently the third lowest in the country at 16.75 cents per gallon. In the spring, leaders from the Charleston Metro Chamber, the Greater Columbia Chamber and Greenville Chamber

urged the legislature to work in a bi-partisan manner to pass a bill that addresses infrastructure funding. A letter from the Chambers to statewide media, said in part, “We are not alone in our efforts…across our state,

citizens and businesses are point-blank asking our state elected leadership to fix South Carolina’s roads. Action on this issue will highlight the legislature’s interest in responding to their constituents.”

The Chamber also worked with The Road Information Program (TRIP), a national transportation research group, to release a study showing that South Carolinians are spending more than $3 billion annually – twice the amount needed to fix the problem – in repairs, lost time and wasted fuel due to traffic woes.

With infrastructure funding needs in excess of $42 billion, it’s clear that a solution, while desperately needed, is going to generate opposition over funding options. Aligning resources to speak in a consistent and continuous voice is critical. The Charleston Metro Chamber is at the center of that voice, mobilizing with others to work toward resolution.

• Successfully lobby for long-term comprehensive funding solution for our state’s decaying infrastructure

• Develop and implement grassroots growth management communications strategy

• Secure the final $16 million in state funding to build the Aeronautical Training Center at Trident Technical College

• Build regional seed/early stage funding sources for entrepreneurs and innovators

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TOP 2015 LEGISLATIVE OUTCOMES

A communications campaign for smart growth management, TOGETHER Mt. Pleasant launched in September, quickly attracting more than 3,000 website page views and 1,840 Facebook followers in two months.

The Chamber was one of the first organizations to distribute an official position advocating for the removal of the Confederate Flag from Statehouse grounds; sending it to members, elected officials and media in early July.

The Chamber’s Political Action Committee (CMCC PAC) expanded its endorsements to include mayoral endorsements in the City of Charleston, City of North Charleston and Town of Summerville; and council races in the Town of Mount Pleasant and the City of Charleston.

DRIVING LEGISLATIVE ACHIEVEMENTS IN 2016

The Legislative Guide, a new resource for Chamber members, was designed to increase involvement in issues affecting local businesses and provide contact information on local, state and federal elected officials. Charlestonchamber.net/legislative-guide.

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Delivering Big for Small Businesses

Small businesses are the backbone of the Chamber, representing 80% of membership. The Chamber launched the Small Business Package in 2015 after holding a series of small business focus groups where the number one request was that we provide resources and information in a concise, easy to understand format. In a commitment to identify and deliver the information needed to operate and sustain a successful small business, the Small Business Package, a virtual collection of services and resources that our members need and desire, was born.

The package consists of 4 elements:Programs and Events provide expert knowledge on a range of topics (financial, marketing, administration and human resources) in short, convenient sessions. Formats include roundtable discussions, expert presentations and connections with peers.

Digital Tools extend access to rich information when it’s most convenient for the member. Without leaving the office, access to webinars, how-to videos, economic and community data, strategic economic information and time-saving tools can be used for business planning and development.

Members can drive digital traffic through the Access and Visibility assets, which include member announcements, social messaging and the digital member directory. The Chamber’s Member Discount Program provides fast, tangible returns through cost savings on operational expenses. Access to

the Chamber’s Catalyst Center provides members a convenient space to connect with clients and other members.

Legislative Advocacy and Support for small businesses is a significant benefit for business owners who don’t have time to lobby on their own behalf regarding issues that directly affect their businesses. Our full-time lobbyist and advocacy team represent business owners across the region and keep them informed of legislative issues. Members can also connect with elected officials by utilizing their contact information and numerous events that bring legislators and constituents together.

The Chamber’s Small Business Package delivers services, assets and support to propel business growth, improve productivity, navigate logistics and build relationships that matter. You asked for it and we delivered.

Programs and Events

Digital Tools for Knowledge

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TOP 2015 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OUTCOMES

DRIVING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS IN 2016

In its first full year of operation, the Catalyst Center attracted 2,288 visits from entrepreneurs and Chamber members who utilized the dynamic space and meeting rooms to advance their businesses.

World Trade Center Charleston’s Export Training Program, offered twice a year to help small and medium sized businesses expand their sales to international markets, has graduated 21 companies and produced more than $2 million in pending international sales for these member organizations.

Programs and events for Small Business members drew 514 attendees since the launch of the Small Business platform in June.

• Develop and implement a Small Business operations plan to increase platform visibility and assets

• Graduate 10 companies in Export Training

• Develop and initiate a regional Foreign Domestic Investment Strategy in partnership with the Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) and the Brookings Institution

• Increase digital tools for members

The Catalyst Center’s Zucker Family Inspiration Room, unveiled in May, brings words of wisdom from one of the region’s most admired entrepreneurs – the late Jerry Zucker – front and center.

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Leading the Region’s Advancement

Since the 2013 unveiling of a new brand, the Chamber has continued in its role as the region’s leading private sector advancement and advocacy organization, responsible for driving and defining Charleston as a global metro. In 2015, results of this transformation showed in numerous ways. No longer is the Chamber primarily known for its programs and events. Rather, it is the convener and driver for change throughout the region.

In the race for talent, the Charleston Metro Chamber’s initiatives including Career Academies and AGC Scholarships grew exponentially, crossing three school districts across three counties. Numerous businesses and educators work to ensure that the local talent pipeline is growing to meet the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s employers. Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC) named the Chamber as their partner and the region’s convener for the High School Graduation Network.

As the region’s population continues to grow, the Chamber leads the voice for effective growth management. Communications campaigns, PAC endorsements for elected leaders and alignment of

regional resources are championed by the Chamber and supported by businesses who know that growth management includes the increase of housing units per square mile, which pays off in decreased congestion and congestion expenses.

The release of the 2015 Regional Economic Scorecard by the Chamber and CRDA illustrates the region’s evolution as it now competes with metros nationwide in human capital,

innovation and quality of place indexes. In a 2015 Brookings Institution report on America’s Advanced Industries – the country’s best opportunity to support innovative, inclusive and sustainable growth – the Charleston region ranked 18th of 100 U.S. metros, despite its ranking of 76th in population. Advanced Industries are defined as STEM-based jobs including advanced manufacturing, computer technology, logistics and medical research.

The Charleston region has grown from a small community on the national stage. It is now a global metro, advancing in ways that will secure economic prosperity for generations to come. The Charleston Metro Chamber is leading the region’s advancement and will continue to be the catalyst for regional prosperity well into the future.

• Increase Metro Leadership Visit travelers to 100

• Expand CYP education offerings on regional issues

• Successfully recruit regional engagement in One Region, a Global Competitiveness Economic Development Strategy

• Develop a regional alignment platform for advancement

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The 2015 Regional Economic Scorecard produced by the Chamber and CRDA showcased the region’s status as a global metro, illustrating the profound changes since its introduction in 2010, and new comparative communities located throughout the nation.

Candidates for the 2016 Presidential Election visited the Chamber, meeting with Leadership Circle members to promote their candidacy and platform to the region’s top business leaders.

The launch of One Region, A Global Competitiveness Strategy initiates a multi-year economic development effort for Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties, in partnership with CRDA and consultants from Avalanche and McCallum Sweeny.

Charleston Young Professionals (CYP) increased their focus on community leadership, holding programs throughout the year to educate young professionals on growth management, attainable housing and infrastructure.

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The Increased Benefits of Membership

Members of the Charleston Metro Chamber, who receive many benefits through their annual membership commitment, were rewarded with increased benefits in changes across multiple platforms in early 2015. Since the release of the new benefits packages, responses, feedback and participation show that the changes made are well-received.

Levels of membership changed from seven to six, making the distinctions between basic memberships and top investor tiers succinct and easier to navigate. Members in the top investor tiers, previously called Board of Advisor members, are now called Leadership Circle members, with levels ranging from bronze, silver, gold and platinum. Leadership Circle members’ benefit enhancements include programming exclusive to them, increased visibility in various publications and reports, advertising credits and profiles, and access to specific signature events at no additional charge.

Events such as the Chair’s Circle Forum, Coffee with the President, Leadership Circle Briefings and Leadership Circle Socials allow top investors to connect and develop relationships with other

regional business leaders, while receiving news and information to advance their organizations.

Basic membership tiers – Business Partner and Executive Business Partner – also have additional benefits for visibility and connections. Executive Business Partners receive tickets to select events and the ability to spotlight their organizations through website curated

content or hosting of events. All members receive ample value through communications vehicles, membership discounts, advocacy support and business development assistance via programs and tools that help businesses of all sizes. New programs, events, tools and support, described in the Small Business Package, ensure that members of small and medium-sized businesses have access and multiple opportunities for success.

As the collective voice of business across the region, the Charleston Metro Chamber has always committed to enhancing members’ success by providing benefits that reward membership. And in 2015, the benefits and rewards got even better. As membership retention rates continue to rise, along with event and program participation, it is clear that benefit improvements and increased value of membership are appreciated by members across all tiers.

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TOP 2015 MEMBERSHIP OUTCOMES

Format changes for two signature programs – Annual Meeting and Honors Night –

resulted in increased attendance, the attraction of first-time event

attendees and heightened region-wide visibility for each.

Focus Groups held for Chamber members and CYP members provided significant information leading to membership, programmatic and communications enhancements for both groups.

Accelerated digital engagement, followers and users in 2015

• Increase new member sales revenue by 20%

• Increase number of top investors to 325

• Increase retention of Business Partner and Executive Business Partner members by 8%

• Provide enhanced website tools and information to assist in members’ relationship development

DRIVING MEMBERSHIP RELATIONS IN 2016

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The number of Leadership Circle members, representing the Chamber’s top investors, increased 8%, with a retention rate of 94%.

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Scott Brandon The Brandon Agency

Alan Bolduc Avison Young

Jim Bozard Coastal Corrugated Inc.

Eric Bowman Teamphoria

Matt Brewer Choate Construction Company

Jim Brickell AECOM

P.J. Browning The Post and Courier

Hal Burton Maritime Association of the Port of Charleston Representative

Randy Byerly BNC Bank

Paige Carlton Thompson Turner Construction

Nate DaPore PeopleMatter

Carter Deupree Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd PA

G.P. Diminich Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP

Erin Dhand South Carolina Ports Authority

Steve Dudash Thomas & Hutton

David Dunlap Roper St. Francis Healthcare

Archie Franchini Berkeley County School District

Board of Directors

OFFICERSChairman of the BoardScott Woods, South Carolina Federal Credit Union Chairman-ElectPatrick Bryant, Go To Team

First Vice ChairmanMark Lattanzio, SunTrust Bank

Immediate Past ChairLaura Varn, Santee Cooper

Finance Committee ChairMelonie Hammond-Trace, Elliott Davis Decosimo LLC

President and CEOBryan Derreberry, Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce

MEMBERSWillis Cantey, Cantey Technology Consulting

Kenneth Canty, Freeland Construction Co. Inc.

Larry Collett, netGALAXY Studios

Willy Geary, The Boeing Company

Julie Gerthoffer, Fowler Hospitality

Anton Gunn, Medical University of South Carolina

David Hand, O.L. Thompson Construction Co.

Jessica Jackson, The Boeing Company

Marc Marchant, LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD

Chappy McKay, Trident Construction Co. Inc.

Jennifer Murray, South State Bank

Robby Robbins, Robert Robbins, Attorney at Law LLC

Tradd Rodenberg, Wells Fargo

Geoff SchulerJames Ward, Scientific Research Corporation

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Chris Fraser Avison Young

Richard Garcia TY Lin International / Lindbergh

Brent Gibadlo WestRock

David Ginn Charleston Regional Development Alliance

Joe Grech South Carolina Federal Credit Union

Cedric Green SCE&G

Patrice Heyward Berkeley Electric Cooperative Inc.

Kin Hill Charleston Water System

Len Hutchison Wells Fargo

Wilbur Johnson Young Clement Rivers LLP

Julia Martin SCRA

Jenna McGee Parker Poe

Lisa Mitchell Hagemeyer North America

Kyra Morris Morris Financial Concepts Inc.

Lauren Newman Carolina One

Jeff Nickles Production Design Associates

Chris O’Neal Moody CPAs & Advisors LLC

Christine Osborne Wonder Works

Paul Patrick College of Charleston

Tony Pope State Farm Insurance

Mary Porter Porter Consulting Group

Don Pratt WCBD-TV, Channel 2

William B. Quantz TD Bank

Michael Renault First Citizens Bank

Emily Reynolds Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union

Ed Riggs Charleston Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Representative

John Rizzo Globe on-Demand

Margaret Seidler Seidler & Associates LLC

James Shivley BP Amoco Chemical Company

Melissa Stowasser Trident Technical College

Rebecca Ufkes UEC Electronics LLC

Lisa Valentine Summerville Medical Center

Stuart Whiteside Seamon Whiteside + Associates

Peter Wright Market Pavilion Hotel

Anita Zucker The InterTech Group Inc.

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Platinum

BB&TBlueCross BlueShield of S.C.Charleston Branch Pilots AssociationCreateSpaceDaimler Vans Manufacturing LLCEast Cooper Medical CenterHagemeyer North AmericaIngevityKapStone Charleston Kraft LLC

AECOMAmerica’s Home PlaceAnderson Insurance Associates LLCAstenJohnson Inc.AT&TAvison YoungBank of America Merrill LynchThe Beach CompanyBelmond Charleston PlaceThe Brandon AgencyCarolina Waste Services LLCCentury Aluminum Mt. HollyCharleston County Aviation AuthorityCharleston MagazineCharleston RiverDogs Charleston Southern UniversityChernoff NewmanThe Citadel, The Military College of S.C.Clawson and Staubes LLCCollege of CharlestonComcast BusinessCresCom BankDixon Hughes Goodman LLP

Medical University of South CarolinaNBSCPNC BankRichard D. Elliott Santee CooperSCE&GSCRASeamon Whiteside + AssociatesSoteria

Elliott Davis Decosimo LLCEmbassy Suites Hotel Charleston Area Convention CenterFirst Citizens Bank and Trust Company Inc.Fred Anderson Toyota of CharlestonHilton Worldwide FSD Charleston RegionHLA Inc.Island RealtyJohnson Development Associates, Inc.Kiawah Island Golf ResortMcNair Law Firm, P.A.Morris Financial Concepts Inc.Mount Pleasant WaterworksNucor SteelO.L. Thompson Construction Co.Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & StewartPalmetto Primary Care Corporate Parker PoePositive Eye Consulting, Inc.PURERenaissance Charleston Hotel Historic DistrictRepublic ServicesRobert Bosch LLC

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South State BankStryker CommunicationsTD BankThe Boeing CompanyTrident Health Wal-Mart - Market 36

SC Business Publications LLC - CharlestonScience Applications International Corp. (SAIC)Scientific Research CorporationSteelFab of South CarolinaSunbelt Rentals Inc.SunTrust BankThomas & Hutton Thompson Turner ConstructionWCIV ABC News 4WCSC-TV Channel 5Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice LLPWOW! BusinessYoung Clement Rivers LLP

Current Leadership Circle listing as of December 15, 2015

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Adams Outdoor AdvertisingAETC Airport Employment & TrainingAgape Senior Assisted Living of North CharlestonAHT Cooling Systems USA, Inc.The Art Institute of CharlestonALSCOAlternative Staffing Inc.Ameris BankAnchor Pest Management, Inc.Anson Construction Co. Inc.Arthur J. GallagherAtlantic Coast Life Insurance Co.Atlantic Shield Insurance GroupBaldwin & Associates LLCThe Bank of South CarolinaBanks Construction CompanyBARDBelk Department StoresBentley World- Packaging Ltd. - CharlestonBerkeley Electric Cooperative Inc.BI-LO LLC - Corporate OfficeBlackbaudBluegreen Resorts - The Lodge Alley InnBNC BankBone Dry Roofing CompanyBoomTown BP Amoco Chemical CompanyBuist Byars & Taylor LLCC.H. Robinson WorldwideC.R. Hipp Construction Inc.Cantey Technology ConsultingThe Carolina Girl YachtCare For LifeCarolina Dock & MarineCarolina Eyecare Physicians LLCCarolina One Property ManagementCarolina One Real Estate - Corporate OfficeThe Cassina GroupCBRECharleston Area Convention and Visitors BureauCharleston Harbor Resort and MarinaChipton RossChoate Construction CompanyChoicePoint ConsultingCINTAS CorporationClemson University Restoration InstituteCoastal Financial Planning GroupCoastal Pediatric AssociatesCommunityOne BankContainer Land Associates, LPCooper River PartnersCranston Engineering Group, P.C.Crowne Plaza Charleston Airport - Convention CenterCummins Turbo TechnologiesCumulus Media Inc.Dale Carnegie Training of SC LLCDaniel Ravenel Sotheby’s Real EstateDavis & Floyd Inc.Deloitte Consulting LLCDetails CharlestonDorchester County Career and Technology CenterDuPont Company

Embassy Suites Charleston Historic DistrictEnterprise Holdings- CorporateFamily Circle CupFirst Reliance Bank - CharlestonFrancis Marion HotelFrontDoor CommunitiesGaylord & Dorothy Donnelley FoundationThe GEL Group Inc.Gerald’s Tires & Brakes Inc.Gildan Go To TeamGravina Public Strategies LLCGrow Financial Federal Credit UnionHall Booth SmithHarris Teeter- East BayHaynsworth Sinkler Boyd PAHCA South Atlantic DivisionHed Hi MediaHendrick Automotive Group of Charleston/North CharlestonHeritage Trust Federal Credit UnionHill Construction CorporationHilton Garden Inn - Charleston WaterfrontHITT Contracting Inc.Hogan Construction GroupHoliday Inn CharlestonHoover Mitsubishi CharlestonHUB International Southeast LimitedHudson NissanIFA Rotorion - North American LLCIFS Group, Inc.Imagine One Technology & Management, Ltd.Impresa AerospaceInfrastructure Consulting & EngineeringInterContinental Hotels GroupJMC Charleston LLCJohnson & JohnsonK&L Gates LLPKinder Morgan TerminalsKSH SolutionsKTM Solutions Inc.Laura Alberts Tasteful OptionsLee & Associates - CharlestonLimehouse Produce Co.Lineage LogisticsLiollio ArchitectureLockheed Martin Information TechnologyLowcountry Graduate CenterLowcountry Residential Builders LLC LS3P ASSOCIATES LTDM.C. Dean Inc.Magnolia Plantation & GardensManTechMashburn ConstructionMatt O’Neill Real EstateMaybank Properties LLCMiller-Motte Technical CollegeNeace Lukens - an AssuredPartners CompanyNelson Mullins Law FirmnetGALAXY StudiosNewbold Services, LLCNexsen Pruet LLCPalmetto Lowcountry Behavioral HealthPalmetto RailwaysPark Sterling BankPDA - Production Design AssociatesPeopleMatterPlant Engineering Services

Porter Consulting GroupThe Post and CourierPremier Logistics SolutionsPulte Group - 3017Pye Barker Fire Safety SystemsRadiate TechnologiesRawle Murdy Associates, Inc.Red’s Ice HouseReference Services, Inc.Regions Bank - CharlestonResidence Inn by Marriott - Charleston RiverviewRiley Institute at Furman UniversityRiser, McLaurin & Gibbons LLPRobins & MortonRosen Hagood LLCRoss PrintingRuth’s Chris Steak HouseS&ME Inc.Sabal HomesSandler Training SCS EngineersSelect Health of South Carolina Inc.ServisFirst BankSkanska USA BuildingSmith Moore Leatherwood LLPSolvaySOUTHSouth Carolina AquariumSouthcoast Community BankSouthern Eagle Distributing LLCSouthern First BankSouthwest AirlinesSpherionThe Spinx Company HeadquartersThe Standard of James IslandStantec ConsultingStasmayer IncorporatedStubbs-Muldrow-Herin Architects Inc.Summit Industrial FlooringSuperior TransportationSustainable Energy Solutions, LLCTargetMarket IncTeamphoriaTidelands BankT-MobileTony Pope - State Farm InsuranceTotal Comfort SolutionsTown Of SummervilleTraneTransdev Services, Inc.Trident Construction Co. Inc.Trident Technical CollegeTurner, Padget, Graham & Laney P.A.TY Lin International | LindberghUEC Electronics LLCUS International MediaVerizon WirelessVibra Healthcare of CharlestonWCBD-TV, Channel 2Webster UniversityWebsterRogers LLPWells Fargo Insurance ServicesWeston & Sampson The Whiting-Turner Contracting CompanyWild Dunes ResortWonder WorksWTAT FOX 24

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Bryan Derreberry President and CEO

Kaye Fanning Special Assistant to the President

Justin Lee Membership Account Executive Monét McCarus Senior Membership Account Executive Claire Porter Membership Relations Director Keri Scott Events and Sponsorship Manager

Jo Ann Miksa-Blackwell Small Business and Entrepreneur Director Suzi Raiford Education Initiatives Director George Ramsey Business LobbyistRobin Willis Career Academies Director Erica Wright Charleston Young Professionals Director

Jemella Graham Senior Payroll Manager Lena Holmes AR / AP ManagerPeggy Inabinet Business Information AssociateDustin Istnick Creative DirectorAndrea Lawrence Business Information Associate

Kathleen Forbes Chief Membership Officer Jeff Aysse Membership Account Executive Ruthann Kelly Sales and Sponsorship DirectorKatie Kremchek Membership Relationship Manager

Mary Graham Chief Advancement Officer Pennie Bingham Executive Director, World Trade Center Charleston Adrian Cain Vice President, DevelopmentAlex Glasgow Leadership Programs Director Therese Gordon Business Programs Manager

Mark Edington Chief Operating Officer Beth Franklin Senior Vice President, Finance Laura Bright Vice President, Marketing Erin Aylor Marketing Director Liz Clark Digital Communications Coordinator

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4500 Leeds Avenue, Suite 100N. Charleston, SC 29405

843.577.2510mail@charlestonchamber.org

www.charlestonchamber.net