Building trust within the community is the foundation of any successful business. When Johnny Page thinks of the last two decades running Automotive Excellence, he thinks of all the Mount Pleasant residents who have trusted him, how hard the company has worked to earn that trust, and how proud he is of his team for honoring it. “As an owner, I am committed to providing the … [Read more...]
The Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Incubator Uplifts Those Who Uplift Community
Arresting words inscribed on a picture bearing the visage of Mother Theresa capture your attention as you exit Ripple, a nonprofit incubator housed in the cigar factory building on East Bay Street. The quote, attributed to the revered missionary and global charitable crusader, reads, “I alone can’t change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many … [Read more...]
Keep on Rolling With the Help of On Call Mobility
When it comes to local businesses in the Lowcountry, many are family-owned and operated. On Call Mobility cannot only lay claim to this, but Carolyn Lever, their owner and operator, can include Southern hospitality on their list of A+ business traits. Always with a smile on her face, Lever caters to individual needs for on-site wheelchair delivery and pickup for those hoping to … [Read more...]
A Chamber of Commerce for Isle of Palms
It’s been called an attraction to local business, a boon to local hospitality and a way to connect to local residents. On Jan. 28, 2022, barely six weeks after their initial meeting, a handful of business owners on the Isle of Palms launched a new Chamber of Commerce—not only to have a singular voice in local government but to create the most perceptible way of branding the … [Read more...]
Set in Stone Hardscapes: Take Your Dreams Outdoor
Set in Stone Hardscapes builds beautiful, custom outdoor living spaces to complement the gorgeous aesthetic that is the Lowcountry. The company is veteran-owned and family-operated, with husband-and-wife team Felicia and Steve Baugh at the helm. Felicia designs; Steve builds. Certified professional installers of Techo-Bloc and Lowcountry Paver products, the duo focuses on … [Read more...]
One-Stop Shop: Brand Buzz
Wayne Petzold, Brand Specialist What is it like working with the Mount Pleasant community? The Mount Pleasant community is unlike any other. Everyone is connected to one another in their love of the community, and that transcends into the businesses. Everyone has seen the term “buy local,” but it really matters in Mount Pleasant. What kind of business is Brand Buzz? Brand … [Read more...]
Skatell’s Manufacturing Jewelers: Leaving No Stone Unturned
Is it time to go jewelry shopping? Whether for yourself or for that special someone in your life, choosing the right jewelry store is the crucial first step. Jewelry can last for a lifetime, and establishing a trusting relationship with your jeweler will be key to the care and upkeep of your precious possessions for years to come. According to Nan Butler, co-owner of … [Read more...]
The Story of the Miss Kim: When Bad Luck Strikes One of Our Own, Mount Pleasant Steps Up
It was the first official day of the in-shore shrimping season. Things were looking good for Lockwood McCants Freeman IV and the Miss Kim crew — they started out of Shem Creek at 8 a.m. and brought up more than 250 pounds of shrimp in the first trawl of the day. Unfortunately, that’s when their luck ran out. About 30 minutes after setting the nets out again, Freeman was making … [Read more...]
The Schirmer Insurance Group: A Family In Love and Business
Schirmer Insurance Group is family owned and operated by Sam and Gina Schirmer, leading a business that understands just how important family is in every sense of the word. Gina and Sam Schirmer both grew up in families that worked hard in running their own businesses, a shrimp boat captain and insurance agent, respectably. It was no surprise that their children were drawn to … [Read more...]
Amazing Nails Spa, Mount Pleasant, Teddy and Kate Nguyen
Businesses all over the country have had to reassess their routines during the COVID-19 pandemic to be able to continue to provide their services while keeping customers safe and healthy. Amazing Nails Spa in Mount Pleasant prioritizes customer care, leading to a new system for keeping their pedicure stations clean. Typically, the spas for each pedicure machine are washed … [Read more...]