Women Behind This Firm Create an Environment of Excellence Women comprise nearly 75% of the staff at McCay Kiddy, a local accounting and advisory firm, which has recently expanded with its third office in the Lowcountry. The women behind this firm create an environment of excellence by encouraging a sense of community. They organize corporate […]
Laying a Foundation for Growth: Local Women in Construction Lead the Way for More Women to Enter the Field
In less than a year, the Palmetto Chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is already the largest and fastest-growing chapter in the South Atlantic Region. Over 70 women, many who live and work in Mount Pleasant, participate in this active group. NAWIC is a place where women in construction can find […]
Prost! A Toast to Women Brewers, Past and Present
Depending upon who you talk to — and how many pints they’ve consumed — beer was first brewed as far back as 7,000 years ago in Mesopotamia, or possibly China, or possibly even in a primitive Europe. But, not in Milwaukee. And, “Laverne and Shirley” notwithstanding, the common perception is that beer brewing has always […]
Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette: Champion of Business Growth, Education and Family Values
As the granddaughter of Polish immigrants, Pamela Evette learned from an early age how blessed she is to have been born here in the land of opportunity. And as her life has unfolded, she has seen firsthand how determination and hard work can lead to success. Evette completed a bachelor’s degree in business administration and […]
Hatch Tribe: Hardworking and Like-minded Women
When I moved to Charleston back in 2016, I knew how important finding an entrepreneurial community to connect with would be – and, lucky for me, I just so happened to stumble upon Hatch Tribe fresh into its first six months. Founded by Hilary Johnson in January 2016, Hatch Tribe is a live and virtual […]
Women in Media: Running the Show
Women in media have typically been relegated to working in sales or support jobs. They started making inroads during the 1970s when the Rivers family named Gloria Wilson general manager of WCSC/WXTC. She was a rarity among the good old boys of broadcasting. But, more and more, you’ll find them in the big corner office […]
Synergy and Sisterhood: Women Entrepreneurs of Charleston
We hear the phrase “girl boss” constantly. The word combo often appears as a caption under the glow of an Instagram post, trends on Twitter and can even be heard escaping from the mouths of celebrities looking to give a shout-out to female go-getters. But, behind the overused hashtag are numerous stories of women striving, […]
SCPA VP Barbara Melvin: It’s All About Getting the Job Done
One hand grips the steering wheel of a Ford Explorer nicknamed Dora, the other waves to everyone she sees as she navigates her way around the South Carolina Ports Authority’s Wando Welch Terminal. On three or four occasions a day, Barbara Melvin leaves the confines of her office and spends some time traversing 350 acres […]
The Center For Women’s R4W Program: Getting Ready to Work
Getting a job is about more than just sending out resumes; it’s about having the skills, vision and confidence to make it happen. The Center for Women focuses on these aspects of the job hunt in its free six-week course – Ready for Work (R4W). The program starts regularly throughout the year and helps women […]
Leading Ladies in Tech: There’s an App for That
Over the years, the Charleston area has earned the title of Silicon Harbor. While you’ll still hear “The Holy City” and “Chucktown” thrown out to describe our growing region, this relatively new label is certainly apropos. With an overwhelming amount of start-ups surfacing and a multitude of jobs sprouting in their wake, it’s no wonder […]