Celebrating Industry & Workforce at Our Signature Luncheon

Honoring hardworking individuals across the county.

Last Thursday, business and community leaders gathered at the Lowcountry Conference Center for our Industry & Workforce Appreciation Luncheon, presented by TD Bank and hosted in partnership with Dorchester County Economic Development. This annual signature event is designed to celebrate the hardworking people who power our local industries while sparking meaningful conversations around workforce challenges and opportunities.

Our outstanding panel included:

Taylor Weyl, SHRM-CP, Director of HR, Sportsman Boats

Torre Mason, Senior Manager, Multi-Unit People Partner, Walmart Distribution Center

Heather Grier, Division Director of Talent Acquisition, HCA Healthcare

Moderated by Miranda Craig, Regional Vice President, South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership

We also extend a special thank you to Jacki Renegar, Senior Director of Research & Business Intelligence at the Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA), for sharing a valuable snapshot of the Compensation & Benefits Practices Report, which provided a data-driven look at trends shaping our region.

Gratitude for Our Sponsors

This event would not have been possible without the support of our generous sponsors, who share our commitment to building a thriving business community:

Presenting Sponsor: TD Bank

Champion Sponsors: First Capital Bank, Home Telecom, REV Federal Credit Union, Trident RECAB/OSWD/RWA, Volvo Car USA

Host Sponsor: Hilton Garden Inn – Homewood Suites, Summerville

Silver Sponsors: Advanced Technology International (ATI), Nexton, Pinnacle Financial Partners, Summerville Journal Scene

Partner Sponsors: AT&T, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Forvis Mazars, Heritage Landcare, J. Pavlunenko Consulting, Republic Services, Santee Cooper, Servis1st Bank, Southern First Bank, State Farm Insurance – Tony Pope/ Agent, Summerville Medical Center

Looking Ahead

We are grateful to everyone who attended and to all who make up the backbone of our industries and workforce. Your contributions help ensure Dorchester County and the greater Lowcountry continue to thrive as an exceptional place to live, work, and play.

We look forward to welcoming you again at future events as we continue to celebrate, support, and elevate the businesses and people who drive our community forward.