By Alyssa DiSalvo Most wouldn’t expect to meet their financial planner in a living room-like setting with a relaxing couch to settle into for a chat about money. However, to establish trust with clients, this is precisely the atmosphere Jeremy Ellisor of Convergent Financial Group prefers. Ellisor explained, “When people meet with me, I want them to feel like they are … [Read more...]

By Ali McCloud Despite the setbacks of the pandemic, students at Palmetto Christian Academy are thriving. The school reopened to all students in August for in-person learning and took many of the same precautions other schools have — emphasizing handwashing, using sanitizer, social distancing and wearing face masks. Headmaster JD Zubia said they also upgraded HVAC … [Read more...]

By Alyssa DiSalvo Though their doors first opened 19 years ago, Baby Bloomers is ahead of the times in supplying new parents with all the essentials when it comes to preparing for little bundles of joy. Paired with their top-notch service, they continue to gain locals’ recognition as one of the Best Baby Stores of Mount Pleasant. Even as online shopping has increased in … [Read more...]

By Katherine Waters There were more surprises than expected in 2020, but for Buxton & Collie LLC, some of those surprises were cause for celebration. In the same year they celebrated their 10-year anniversary, the attorneys at Buxton & Collie won three Best of Mount Pleasant awards — Best Attorney: Business, Best Attorney: Real Estate and Best Attorney: Trusts and … [Read more...]

In the spring of 2020, people all over the country found themselves readjusting to meet the demands presented by the global pandemic. Lindsey Nowak and Lizz Schleifer were among that group. Both women had careers in other industries, but once the pandemic started, they noticed many local small businesses had to close to keep their employees and clients healthy. They knew that … [Read more...]

If you know what you like but can’t quite put a name to it, don’t worry. Angie Balderson, owner of Haven’s Furniture, and Vilmarie Bennett, the store’s interior decorator, can help you. In fact, their expertise in timeless décor and trending styles has helped them recently earn Mount Pleasant’s Best Interior Decorators, Best Furniture Store and Best Outdoor Furniture Store … [Read more...]

By Claire Lepson A lot of work goes into the Best Of cover shoot every year, from picking the perfect location to coordinating with all of the attendees. But one of ..the most important and impactful aspects of the shoot is the array of beautiful black-tie outfits donned by our winners. Since 2016, Mount Pleasant formalwear institution Jean’s Bridal has provided luxurious … [Read more...]

By Janet E Perrigo John Price cares deeply about his reputation and his hometown. As a lifelong resident of the greater Charleston area and a practicing attorney here since 1985, he believes a good name is his most valuable asset. He and his team at John Price Law Firm LLC are deliberate about “building and upholding that good reputation every day.” When asked about … [Read more...]

By Claire Lepson The past year has been full of uncertainty, but our readers are very certain about one thing in particular: their love for Lowcountry Plastic Surgery Center and Lowcountry Beauty and Wellness Spa. Operated by Dr. Jack and Michele Hensel, the local business duo earned awards in the categories of Best Plastic Surgeon, Best Botox Injections and Best Weight Loss … [Read more...]

By Stephen Boyer Walking into an eye exam at Waring Vision Institute is not just another mundane clinical visit — rather, it’s a visual experience. As you are greeted by fine artwork and a gallery-like atmosphere – an ode to all that eyesight has to offer a person – a sense of serenity and quality immediately become evident in this practice of George O. Waring, IV, MD, FACS, … [Read more...]