Hudson’s Import Service’s longevity is based on reliability and its staff’s dedication to maintaining the health and well-being of its customers’ vehicles. Established in 1978 by Cliff Hudson, the facility is now at its third and largest location on Johnnie Dodds Boulevard. Like Hudson, his staff is dedicated to the company and the services they […]

Director of Admissions Lisa Shimakonis and Director of Marketing and Communications Darla Rourk have found their calling at Palmetto Christian Academy. Their roles permit them to practice their strong Christian faith while contributing to their community. They both bring leadership, integrity and passion to PCA, and their influence helps make Palmetto Christian Academy one of […]

For entrepreneur Corrie Silvers, owning her party planning business, Teacups & Trucks, is “a dream.” “I’m 41 and this is my first business,” she said. “I thought it was going to be a little side job, something I would do for fun. But it’s just grown, and it keeps growing. We went from planning kids’ parties to hosting them at our store, teaching […]

It’s not what you wear but how it makes you feel,” said Renee Smith, owner and stylist at Subtle and Sass Boutique. Smith has a passion for working with women to help them feel as beautiful as they should. She brings that passion to the setting of a personalized shopping experience, offering fashionable clothing and […]

Almost 20 years ago, Drs. Leslie and David Steele founded Advanced Animal Care of Mount Pleasant. This neighborhood hospital has earned praise and recognition for quality care and a fear-free approach. “We don’t restrain pets forcibly or reinforce their fear-based behaviors,” said Dr. Leslie Steele. “We help clients gradually condition behaviors with positive interactions, rather […]

Since 1999, Anja Stief and her team at Dish & Design — including her husband, two teenage children, chefs and event planners — have provided catering services with a Lowcountry theme. Whether it’s large business meetings or private functions, such as weddings, birthday parties and anniversaries, they do it all — even family meals to […]

“Southern hospitality really means a lot to me,” said Susan Martin Stox-Yamashita, owner of salon and day spa Stox & Co. “I am Southern and I take it very seriously.” For Susan and her team, that means offering unparalleled customer service to everyone who walks through the door. “We really go above and beyond to make sure every guest is […]

Swift Appliance 625 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Mount Pleasant 843-388-7283 www.swiftappliancesc.com Nancy Swift is quick to tell you that Swift Appliance is a family business. Her father was in the lumber business in New Jersey, and she learned the many different facets of running a business from him. With an associate degree in Fashion Merchandising plus […]

As director of the middle and high school choirs, Kathy Thames leads Palmetto Christian Academy’s music program. When she first started at the school in 2003, there wasn’t yet a high school, so she helped build the program from the ground up. A longtime lover of music, Thames received her bachelor’s degree in music education […]