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The Chamber Channel5 Questions About Hilton Head Island Beach RenourishmentOne of the Lowcountry’s most valuable assets is covered in sand—and soon, it’s getting a refresh. Beach renourishment plays a big role in protecting our shoreline, supporting local wildlife, and sustaining both tourism and quality of life here on Hilton Head Island. Heather Woolwine, Communications Director for the Town of Hilton Head Island, breaks down the upcoming beach renourishment project—what it is, why it matters, how it’s funded, and what residents and businesses need to know. Let’s dig in.
2025-07-1714 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions with Bluffton Self Help & The Deep Well ProjectTwo of the Lowcountry’s most trusted nonprofits are teaming up to do even more good. Bluffton Self Help and Deep Well—organizations that have been helping neighbors for decades—have just announced a strategic partnership. By sharing space, staff, and resources, they’re expanding their reach and meeting more needs across our community. Joining us today are Courtney Hampson, Executive Director of Bluffton Self Help, and Sandy Gillis, Executive Director of Deep Well. We’ll talk about what this collaboration means, how it came together, and why it’s a game-changer for delivering services more efficiently—and more effectively.2025-07-1535 minThe Chamber ChannelLeadership 2025 Project: Safe ShoreLeadership Hilton Head Island-Bluffton has a long history of making a lasting impact, with the past eight classes raising nearly $200,000 for local initiatives. This year’s Leadership Class of 2025 is continuing that tradition with Safe Shore, a project focused on enhancing water safety in our community. Ryan Wise and Sheila Paz, members of this year’s class, join us to share the vision behind Safe Shore. Let’s listen.
2025-05-0818 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Andy Twisdale - Leadership ProgramFew individuals embody the spirit of leadership and community involvement in the Lowcountry quite like local realtor Andy Twisdale. As a member of the very first Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Leadership class, Andy has been a steadfast supporter of the program for the program’s 40 years of existence. He’s one of 700-plus alumni of the program and is in our studio to reflect on how the program has shaped his career, strengthened his connections, and inspired a lifetime of giving back.
2025-04-0106 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions with Peter KristianHilton Head Plantation has played a big role in shaping the fabric of the community — from providing a home for thousands of residents to contributing to the island’s economy and fostering a strong sense of civic engagement. General Manager Peter Kristian visits our studio to talk about the history of Hilton Head Plantation, its impact over the years, and how its residents continue to make a difference in our community.
2025-03-2031 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Halls: March 5, 20252025-03-0533 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Richard Thomas, Lowcountry History ToursWhile Charleston and the Upstate often get the spotlight, the Lowcountry played a crucial role in the Revolutionary War, with strategic locations, privateer activity, and key figures shaping the war’s outcome. To help us uncover this fascinating history as South Carolina marks the 250th anniversary of America’s fight for independence, we’re joined by Richard Thomas, a local historian and founder of Lowcountry History Tours.
2025-02-1724 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Brian Sullivan, CEO of Palmetto TransitWhether it’s getting to work, exploring Hilton Head Island, or planning for the future, reliable transit plays a huge role in our community. Joining us today is Brian Sullivan, CEO of Palmetto Transit, which has been working to connect workers with job centers, keep residents and visitors moving efficiently, and explore new opportunities for expansion. We’ll be discussing workforce transportation solutions, the ever-popular summertime trolley service, and what the future holds for transit in our region.
2025-02-1721 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Dr. Emory CampbellFor generations, the Gullah people have shaped the history, language, and traditions of the Lowcountry. Their influence is deeply woven into Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, from the food we eat to the names of the places we call home. Dr. Emory Campbell has spent his life ensuring that Gullah history isn’t just remembered—it’s celebrated and shared. In honor of Black History Month, we sat down with him to talk about keeping this rich heritage alive.
2025-02-1025 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall: February 5, 20252025-02-051h 11
The Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall: January 8, 20252025-01-081h 08The Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall: November 132024-11-1351 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall October 30, 20242024-10-3044 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall - October 9, 20242024-10-091h 15The Chamber Channel5 Questions for USCB & the PATH ProgramUSCB and Beaufort Memorial Hospital are using AI-generated model patients to help train nursing students, as well as implementing creative solutions to educate the next generation of its workforce.
2024-09-1225 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall September 4, 2024States struggle with their power grids, especially when storms hit. How is South Carolina's? These officials from Palmetto Electric will have an update on:
Berl Davis, President and CEO of Palmetto Electric Cooperative, on grid reliability, impacts of the electrification of the economy, and more.
Rob Hochstetler, President and CEO of Central Electric Cooperative, on the need for modernization of the transmission grid, economic development with a focus on data centers, and more.
Jimmy Staton, president and CEO of Santee Cooper, on the need for additional generation and the challenges associated with new...2024-09-0459 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions with Lola Campbell, Binya BoutiqueLola Campbell's family traces its roots back at least seven generations on Hilton Head Island. She's dedicated her business and purpose to preserving and promoting Gullah culture. We sat down with her to talk about the newly-formed Gullah-Geechee Business Coalition, preserving local culture, being a small business owner, and more.
2024-07-1017 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions with Gregg RussellGregg Russell has been serenading generations of families under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town for 47 years. Now, there’s a documentary about him out on Apple TV called The Gregg Russell Story: If This Old Tree Could Talk. The man who helped make the soundtrack of our community is in our studio to talk about his career, his non-profit, and more.
2024-07-1022 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall - July 10, 2024The Town of Hilton Head Island agreed to enter a Memorandum of Agreement with Beaufort County, granting municipal consent to SCDOT for the U.S. 278 Corridor Project. What happens now?
Did you know that apprenticeships can help your employees learn while they earn? The Technical College of the Lowcountry has details.
The man whose music has been the soundtrack of our community for over four decades has a new movie about him, and he’ll tell us where and how to watch it.
Speakers Include:
- Shawn Colin, Assistant Town Manager fo...2024-07-1055 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall - June 5, 2024What’s the latest on affordable housing projects on Hilton Head Island? The new Chief Housing Officer for the Town of Hilton Head Island will have an update.
Have you met the Town of Bluffton’s newest council member?
What’s in our drinking water? The head of our local Public Service District will break it down tomorrow along with saltwater intrusion mitigation efforts.
We had an informative Power Hour with guests:
Quincy White, Chief Housing Officer for the Town of Hilton Head Island
Emily Vaux Burden, newly elected Town of...2024-06-0554 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Campbell Chapel AME Church on its 150th AnniversaryCampbell Chapel AME Church is on the National Register of Historic Places. Here to talk about the church’s 150th anniversary, community impact and mission are lifelong members Fred Hamilton and Lucille Kannick. Let's listen.
2024-05-3021 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Pete Nardi, Hilton Head Island PSDHilton Head Island is a leader in environmental preservation and sensitivity - even when it comes to our drinking water. In our studio is the General Manager of Hilton Head PSD Pete Nardi to talk about that, as well as how they are mitigating saltwater intrusion and the recent EPA rule on forever chemicals.
2024-05-0120 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Mike Overton, Outside BrandsHilton Head Island was built around its natural beauty, and the reverence for the environment persists today. One organization has not only built a business on exploring our waterways but is also making extra efforts to preserve it and educate the next generation. CEO of Outside Brands Mike Overton talks about why and how they enrich lives through nature, how the oyster shell recycling program is so impactful to our waterways, and more.
2024-04-1615 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions with Amber Kuehn, Sea Turtle PatrolIt’s almost time for some of our favorite guests to visit Hilton Head Island beaches. Sea Turtle nesting season starts May 1. Marine biologist and founder of Sea Turtle Patrol Amber Kuehn is in our studio to talk all things turtles. She was also the recipient of the 2024 Zonta Woman of the Year at the Chamber Ball.
2024-04-1018 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Bluffton Self HelpNeighbors helping neighbors ... that was the premise that led Ida Martin to start Bluffton Self Help in 1987. Her legacy lives on through the non-profit organization that served 1,830 unique households. Bluffton Self Help received our prestigious Heritage award at the Chamber Ball. In our studio to talk about what they do and how you can get involved are Bluffton Self Help CEO Courtney Hampson and Board Chair Joel Taylor.
2024-04-0819 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall - March 6, 2024Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
Jean Beck, CEO of Hilton Head Area REALTORS®, on the latest market conditions
Zach Giglio, CEO of Giglio Communications, on AI trends
2024-03-0648 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Zach GiglioAI is quickly becoming a part of our everyday lives, even in business. How can AI make you more efficient? Zach Giglio, founder and CEO of Giglio Communication, answers those questions and more.
2024-02-2724 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With the Leadership Class of 2024For over 35 years, your chamber’s flagship Leadership Classes have invested in the community through annual projects such as playgrounds, recycling stations, and more. This year’s class is delivering accessible wheelchairs to Hilton Head Island public beaches. Class member James Dismond is in our studio with the details.
2024-02-2610 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Okan Chef Bernard BennettChef Bernard Bennett has taken the Lowcountry by storm since he opened Okan in Old Town Bluffton last year. What started as a food truck is now a busy restaurant that has helped put him on the culinary map, including being nominated for a prestigious James Beard Award and appearing on Food Network’s show Chopped. He visited our studio to talk about what’s next.
2024-02-2013 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions with Leslie RohlandLeslie Rohland is a baker, chef, entrepreneur, and this year a South Carolina Chef Ambassador. The prestigious program showcases our unique culinary talents across the state and beyond. Leslie owns the Cottage, Juice Hive, May River Coffee Roasters, and the Pasta Shoppe in Bluffton, and visited our studio to talk about her journey.
2024-02-1316 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele-Town Hall - February 7, 2024Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
- Thomas Boxley, Executive Director of the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation
- Joey Von Nessen, Research Economist at the Darla Moore School of Business
- Andrew Carmines, on the Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival
- Jordan Crenshaw, Senior Vice President at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Technology Engagement Center, on AI
2024-02-071h 03The Chamber Channel5 Questions With Dr. Timothy AlikakosImproving one's health has always been a top New Year's resolution. In our studio to talk about new trends such as AI, patient-doctor communication, weight management and more is Dr. Timothy Alikakos, a cardiologist with Hilton Head Regional Healthcare.
2024-01-3123 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With RobMark on 2024 Marketing TrendsWhat's going to resonate with your audience this year? Powerhouse marketing firm RobMark is in our studio to talk about marketing trends to jump on in 2024.
2024-01-2514 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Rob Pearson, Mental Health America of the LowcountryMental health is a buzzing topic these days. Executive Director of Mental Health America of the Lowcountry Rob Pearson is in our studio to talk about how his organization helps the underserved in the community, and how we can all make our work lives a little less stressful.
2024-01-1816 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall - January 10, 2024Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
Larry Toomer, Town of Bluffton Mayor, on his goals and priorities
Tom Davis, South Carolina State Senator, on the upcoming legislative session
Joe Babkiewicz, Bluffton Police Chief, on the Night of Unity event
2024-01-1030 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Andrea Bramson, Full Spectrum Studio & Beaufort County Disabilities CoalitionAndrea Bramson is a long-time local advocate for people with disabilities. The chamber recently teamed up with her group on the Beaufort County Disabilities Coalition to encourage employers to hire people with special needs. She’s in our studio to talk about that initiative, her co-founding the Full Spectrum Studio, and more.
2024-01-0410 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele-Town Hall - December 13, 2023Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
Alan Perry, Hilton Head Island Mayor
David Nelems, CEO of the Don Ryan Center for Innovation
A Special Guest!
2023-12-1338 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Stee ColvinYou've seen and heard him on NBC's The Voice, but Stee Colvin is a second-generation local musician. He stopped by our studio to talk about his experience on the show, what he's learned, and what's next for him. He also shares his song "Don't Cha" with us.
2023-12-1214 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With USCB’s Basketball CoachesThe University of South Carolina Sand Sharks have tipped off their inaugural basketball season in the Division 2 Peach Belt Conference. Our CEO Bill Miles is in our studio to talk about what’s ahead with men’s head coach Ron Fudala and women’s head coach Sharon Versyp.
2023-12-1235 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions with Brandon GreenplateIt’s no secret that the Lowcountry’s real estate market has been doing quite well these past few years. In our studio is local Realtor Brandon Greenplate to talk about the market, what lies ahead, and why he was named to the National Association of Realtors® “30 under 30” list.
2023-12-0611 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall October 31st, 2023Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
Jon Rembold, Hilton Head Island Airport Director, on the terminal expansion
Craig Wymer, Hiring Our Heroes, on employing transitioning military personnel
Dr. Frank Rodriguez, Superintendent of the Beaufort County School District, on the upcoming Bond Referendum
2023-10-3158 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions About the 2023 Beaufort County School ReferendumBeaufort County residents will head to the polls this Election Day and vote for a $439 million School Bond Referendum. If approved, it would fund county-wide projects, including rebuilding Hilton Head High School, a new Bluffton elementary school, security upgrades, and more. We talked with Superintendent Dr. Frank Rodriguez on the proposed bond. Let’s listen.
2023-10-3010 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Rich Thomas, Hilton Head History ToursHilton Head Island may not have a lot of standing monuments, but it is rich in history. We have the owner of Hilton Head History Tours here to talk about the Lowcountry’s legacy and how learning about our past can help us shape our future.
2023-10-1818 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Elizabeth Robin, Hilton Head Island Poetry TrailIf you’ve seen Hilton Head Island’s public art installations, you may have noticed plaques with QR codes. It’s our own Poetry Trail curated by local writers. To celebrate National Arts and Humanities Month, we talked with organizer Elizabeth Robin about the trail and the local writers' network.
2023-10-1813 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Amiri FarrisAmiri Farris may very well be the artist laureate of Bluffton. In honor of National Arts and Humanities Month, he visits our studio to talk about the local arts community, telling the Gullah story through art, and more.
2023-10-1808 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Dave Ferguson, The Leaders Coach“Leadership” is a word of many meanings. In our studio today is David Ferguson, also known as the “Leaders Coach” to talk about what it means in the business world.
2023-10-1821 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Raju PanjwaniThe entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well. Here in our studio is Raju Panjwani, the managing director of investment banking at Young America Capital, to talk about raising money to grow small businesses.
2023-10-1822 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With the Bluffton Arts & Seafood FestivalIf it’s October, it’s time for the Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival! Organizer Mary O’Neill is in our studio to talk about how the celebration grew from one day in 2005 to a jam-packed week honoring local food and art.
2023-10-1008 minThe Chamber ChannelPower Hour Tele-Town Hall October 4, 2023Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Local organizations will give an update on regional workforce housing initiatives, while Beaufort County will explain the recent property reassessment.
Speakers include:
Ben Brown, Senior Advisor to Hilton Head Island Town Manager, on the Northpoint workforce housing project.
Alan Wolf, Board Member of Coastal Community Development Corporation, on its goal to preserve local workforce housing. Beaufort County Treasurer
Maria Walls and Beaufort County Assessor Ebony Sanders on the Quadrennial Reassessment.
2023-10-0458 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With the Jazz CornerThe Jazz Corner has been a staple of the Hilton Head Island music scene since 1999. Since it was founded by Bob Masteller, it has been named among the top music venues in the country and hosted many jazz greats. The Junior Jazz Foundation was also founded to promote jazz education and performance. To celebrate National Arts and Humanities Month, we have Jazz Corner owner David Masteller and long-time resident musician Martin Lesch in our studio to talk about educating our youth, the club’s legacy and more.
2023-10-0324 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele-Town Hall September 13th, 2023What is the Technical College of the Lowcountry's Workforce Readiness Center? What's the latest going on in Bluffton? What is the fall festival schedule? Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source.
Speakers include:
- Mary Lee Carns, Vice President for Advancement and Workforce Development at the Technical College of the Lowcountry
- Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka
- Frank Soule, Parks and Rec Executive Director at the Island Recreation Association
2023-09-1359 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions with Joel Taylor, Hilton Head Regional Healthcare CEOHilton Head Hospital was recently named among the top five percent of hospitals in the country for joint replacements, but we know them better as offering an array of quality care so close to home. CEO of Hilton Head Regional Healthcare Joel Taylor is in our studio with our own CEO Bill Miles to talk about their achievements, what’s on the horizon, and how they are giving back.
2023-09-0615 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Terry Tadlock, Correll InsuranceThe insurance market is constantly changing. Lately, there’s been steep increases for homeowners – especially those who own condos. We chat with Terry Tadlock, president and co-owner of Correll Insurance Group of Hilton Head, on what’s happening in the industry and how to navigate it all.
2023-09-0619 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Heritage Library Foundation’s Barbara CatenaciPirates, Revolutionary War skirmishes, Gullah roots, and so much more make up Hilton Head Island's history. In honor of the Town of Hilton Head Island’s 360/40 Celebration, we invite the executive director of the Heritage Library Foundation Barbara Catenaci in our studio to talk about the island’s pre-civil war history and how locals can trace their roots.
2023-08-2922 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With John CranfordThe local live music scene is thriving. John Cranford – a founding member of the popular local band Cranford Hollow – talks on our Chamber Channel podcast about local music, the upcoming Hilton Head Island Jams singer/songwriter series as part of the town's 360/40 Celebration, and gives us an exclusive preview of their new album.
2023-08-2419 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Ahmad Ward, Mitchelville Freedom ParkHilton Head Island’s Mitchelville is the first freedman’s village that was established during the Civil War and is the catalyst to cementing the deep Gullah culture that’s been preserved locally over generations. In honor of the Town of Hilton Head Island’s 360/40 Celebration, we talk to Mitchelville Freedom Park’s Executive Director Ahmad Ward
2023-08-1717 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele-Town Hall August 8th, 2023Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source.
Speakers include:
- South Carolina Department of Insurance Director Michael Wise on why the rates have soared for homeowners and businesses, and if they will come down anytime soon.
- Natalie Harvey, Director of the Town of Hilton Head Island’s Office of Cultural Affairs, on the details of the upcoming 360/40 Celebration.
- David Johnson on the Washington Square Project in Bluffton.
2023-08-0947 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Tom BarnwellThomas Barnwell Jr. traces his family's roots to pre-Civil War days here on Hilton Head Island. He came to our studio to talk about what life was like growing up, his work to help native islanders, and the book he co-authored with Emory S. Campbell and Carolyn Grant, “Gullah Days: Hilton Head Islanders Before the Bridge 1861 –1956.”
2023-08-0925 minThe Chamber Channel360-40 Celebration on Hilton Head Island2023 is a milestone year for the Town of Hilton Head Island, marking the 360th anniversary of the sighting of the island and the 40th of the town’s incorporation. With us in the studio is the Director of Cultural Affairs Natalie Harvey to talk about what’s planned for the celebration.
2023-07-3007 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele-Town Hall July 12th, 2023Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
Steve Stauffer, Managing Executive at McGriff Insurance Services, on recent insurance rate increases.
Gen. William Grimsley on SkillBridge.
Glen Umberger, Town of Bluffton’s Historic Preservationist, on two Bluffton landmarks being named to the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network.
2023-07-1255 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Garrett Simons, Junior Leadership and Making Birthdays BrightGarrett Simons is an outstanding rising Hilton Head High School senior who is giving back to the community in more ways than one. He recently started Making Birthdays Bright, which helps locals celebrate their birthdays. We chatted with him about why he developed the program and his recent experience in the chamber’s Junior Leadership Program.
2023-07-1107 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Glen Umberger, Town of Bluffton Historic PreservationistThere's so much rich history in Bluffton, and the National Park Service has recently put two Bluffton landmarks on the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network. We sat down with the Town of Bluffton’s Historic Preservationist Glen Umberger to talk about the significance of this designation for the Garvin-Garvey House and Historic Campbell Chapel AME Church.
2023-07-0612 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Ken Weisner: owner and Chief Play Officer at the Beach Play CompanyWe all need to have a little fun. It helps us build relationships with the people who we love and live with. We sat down with Ken Weisner, the owner and Chief Play Officer at the Beach Play Company to talk about how fun can help us build relationships with our colleagues and community.
2023-06-2611 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Tom Henz, VP of Small Business & Public PolicyWorkforce is at the top of the list when it comes to business challenges in the Lowcountry. Your chamber’s committees are hard at work to find creative solutions to help fill those pipelines and connect employers with interns, retirees, veterans, and adults with disabilities. We sat down with our Vice President of Public Policy Tom Henz to check in on the committees’ progress.
2023-06-2118 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Malika Pryor, International African American MuseumWith over 20 years in the making, the International African American Museum is opening this month on Charleston's historic Gadsden's Wharf. Ahead of this weekend's local Juneteenth celebrations, we sat down with the museum's Chief Engagement and Learning Officer Malika Pryor to talk about its significance and impact.
2023-06-1423 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele-Town Hall - June 7th, 2023Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
Brad Mole, CommunityWorks Regional Program Director, on the Beaufort-Jasper Regional Housing Trust.
Dr. Frank Rodriguez, Beaufort County Schools Superintendent, on the 2022-2023 school year recap.
Paul Ouimet, DestinationNEXT & MMGY NextFactor CEO, on balance and the future of tourism.
2023-06-0751 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Jean Beck, Hilton Head Realtors AssociationThe Hilton Head Realtors Association is celebrating its 50th year in the Lowcountry. We sat down with CEO Jean Beck to talk about the legacy of the organization and its impact on the community.
2023-06-0712 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Jay Walea, Palmetto Bluff ConservancyIt all begins with the land. Palmetto Bluff has a decades-old commitment to its land and water. We sat down with Palmetto Bluff Conservancy Executive Director Jay Walea to talk about their tradition of conservation and stewardship.
2023-05-3110 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Operation Patriots FOBIt's a sobering statistic ... 22 veterans succumb to suicide every day in the United States. There’s one organization in the Lowcountry that has dedicated its mission to helping veterans find a like-minded community. We sat down with Operation Patriots FOB founder JR Brown and board member Joe McNamara to talk about their mission and how the business community can get involved.
2023-05-1526 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Lee Edwards, President & CEO of the GreeneryTheir white trucks with the green logo are a mainstay around the Lowcountry. The Greenery is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and besides offering an array of landscaping services, they have entrenched themselves in the community. We sat down with second-generation owner Lee Edwards to tell us about his family grew the Greenery and why it’s important to be involved locally, especially for small businesses.
2023-05-1515 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With Zachary Green, Warrior Performance NetworkZachary Green has served in the U.S. Marine Corps, as a Firefighter, and grew a $30 million company from the trunk of his car. He’s also been named the Ohio Entrepreneur of the Year, represented the United States at the Global Entrepreneur Summit, testified on behalf of small businesses in front of U.S. Congress, and is a bestselling author. Now, he’s a Hilton Head Island resident and will be the keynote speaker and moderator during our Small Business Week’s “Roadmap to Entrepreneurship” panel discussion. He gives us his insights on what it takes to be a successf...2023-05-0524 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele Town Hall - May 3rd, 2023What is the latest on the U.S. 278 Corridor Project? What can we expect for the 2023 Sea Turtle nesting season? Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source.
Speakers include:
Joe Passiment, Beaufort County Council Chair, on the U.S. 278 Corridor Project.
Shawn Colin, Hilton Head Island Assistant Town Manager - Community Development, on the U.S. 278 Corridor Project.
Kym Castillo, Sea Turtle Patrol HHI, on the upcoming Sea Turtle nesting season.
2023-05-0345 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 66 - Madison HahnMadison Hahn is a senior at May River High School an what an outstanding student she is. Not only is she the class president and active in South Carolina Youth in Government, she was just selected as one of only two delegates to represent South Carolina in the 61st annual United States Senate Youth Program. This extremely competitive program brings 104 of the most outstanding high school students to Washington, D.C., for an intensive weeklong study of the federal government. Madison came to our studio to talk about her experience.
2023-04-2612 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 65 - Jennifer Megliore, Artware2023-04-0614 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele-Town Hall - April 5th, 2023What does the recent collapse of California banks mean for the economy? What's the lineup for the RBC Heritage Tournament?
Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source.
Speakers include:
- John Norris, Senior Vice President of Tournament Business Affairs PGA TOUR
- Steve Wilmot, RBC Heritage Tournament Director, on the 2023 tournament
- Fred Green, CEO of the South Carolina Bankers Association, on the recent bank failures
- Joe Babkiewicz, Bluffton Police Chief, on his...2023-04-0551 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 64 - Bridgette Frazier, Ma’ Daisy’s2023-03-2211 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 63 - Kyle Theodore & Trey Griffin, Wood+Partners2023-03-0910 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele Town Hall - March 1st, 2023Tune into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
Duane Parrish, Director for the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism, on a 2022 recap
Josh Gruber, Hilton Head Island Deputy Town Manager, on the town's strategic plan
Lisa Sulka, Mayor of Bluffton, on a town update
2023-03-021h 09The Chamber ChannelChef Francine Marz - Culinary Institute of the SouthChef Francine Marz, Dean of Culinary and Hospitality at Culinary Institute of the South at the Technical College of the Lowcountry sat down with us to share her goals for the school, the students, and how comedy helped her teach.
2023-02-1611 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 61 - Cary Welker, Chamber Leadership Program2023-02-0914 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele Town Hall February 1st, 2023Hear the latest on legislation in the S.C. Legislature plus a preview of the Gullah Celebration by tuning into Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
S.C. Rep. Jeff Bradley, on the state's legislative session
Courtney Young, President & CEO of ForeSight Communications, on the 2023 Gullah Celebration
John O’Toole, Executive Director of the Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation
2023-02-0149 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 60 - Natalie Harvey, Town of Hilton Head Island Director of Cultural AffairsThe Town of Hilton Head Island has a new Arts & Culture Director. Natalie Harvey came to our studio to talk about the events coming up and our vibrant arts scene.
2023-01-2611 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele Town Hall January 11th, 2023What are the priorities of the new Hilton Head Island Mayor? What does the delay in electing a Speaker of the House mean for the 118th Congress? What's the economic outlook for South Carolina? Find out on this year's first Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source.
Speakers include:
Alan Perry, Hilton Head Island Mayor, on his priorities.
Neil Bradley, Executive Vice President, Chief Policy Officer, and Head of Strategic Advocacy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, on the 118th Congress and Speaker of t...2023-01-1348 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 59 - Darla Kirchner, Kirchner Marketing, LLCFrom website to social media to print, there’s a plethora of options when it comes to marketing for your business. We chat with Darla Kirchner, the CEO of Kirchner Marketing, on what the marketing trends are for 2023 and what are the most effective marketing options.
2022-12-1312 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele-Town Hall December 7th, 2022Get a preview of what the change in the House of Representatives leadership means for the Lowcountry, and learn why supporting local this holiday season is more important than ever during the final Power Hour of 2022, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source.
Speakers include:
- S.C. Rep. Nancy Mace, on a preview of what the Lowcountry can expect from Washington DC next year.
- Tom Sullivan, vice president of small business policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, on supporting local...2022-12-0843 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 58 - Dr. Jeffrey Yung, Island Foot & Ankle SurgeryIn this episode, we talk with Dr. Jeffrey Yung of Island Foot & Ankle Surgery right here on Hilton Head Island. But he’s more than a doctor; he volunteers his time and services as a surgeon and musician to causes internationally and right here at home. We talk about why it’s so important for businesses to have a philanthropy component.
2022-11-1711 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 57 - Kevin Cassidy, International Labor Organization2022-11-0915 minThe Chamber ChannelPowerHour Tele-Town Hall October 26th, 2022From the newly established Affordable Regional Housing Trust Fund, a preview of the Midterm Elections, and an overview of Concours d'Elegance, you don't want to miss this week's Power Hour, where you can get unfiltered information about hot topics in our community straight from the source. Speakers include:
Joe Passiment, Beaufort County Council Chair, on the Beaufort-Jasper Regional Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Ashlee Rich Stephenson, Senior Political Strategist at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, on the Midterm Elections
Lindsey Harrell, President of the Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance, on what to expect during this year's event
Courtney Hampson, CEO of Blu...2022-10-2651 minThe Chamber ChannelSecond HelpingsSecond Helpings is celebrating its 30th anniversary of delivering unused food from grocery stores to local food pantries. It is also in its fifth year of the Fill The Need program, a collaboration with Palmetto Breeze. We sat down with its new executive director, Marcus Tanner, to chat about what's next for the agency.
2022-10-1210 minThe Chamber ChannelThe Power Hour Podcast: October 5th, 2022Hear it straight from the source. Our guests this month are:
S.C. Sen. Tom Davis on the Greenspace Act
Kevin Cassidy, International Labour Organization, on the global supply chain
John Wetherbee, Meteorologist and founder of Wetherbee Media & Marketing, on Hurricane Ian recap
2022-10-0550 minThe Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 55 - Susannah Winters, Hilton Head Community Market2022-10-0508 min
The Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 54 - The HR Lady, Wendy Sellers2022-09-2117 min
The Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 53 - Quin Monahan, Athletic Director at the University of South Carolina Beaufort2022-08-3118 min
Chamber Chat PodcastHilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber 2022 ACCE Chamber of the Year Finalist with Charlie ClarkCharlie Clark shares the two programs from the Chamber of the Year application for the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode186 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Holman Brother Memberships Sales Solutions holmanbros.com App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Chamber Nation chambernation.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/cmi Swypit chamberchatpodcast.com/cc Izzy West, LLC theizzywest.com2022-08-1634 min
The Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 52 - Dr. Frank Rodriguez, Beaufort County School District Superintendent & Ted Barber, Chair of the Citizen Led Oversight Committee2022-08-1516 min
The Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 51 - Rod Casavant, Chairman of SCORE SC Lowcountry2022-08-0412 min
The Chamber ChannelThe Power Hour Podcast: August 3rd, 20222022-08-0350 min
The Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 50 - Amber Keuhn, Sea Turtle Patrol of Hilton Head Island’s Director of Operations2022-07-2111 min
The Chamber ChannelThe Power Hour Podcast: July 6th, 20222022-07-0757 min
The Chamber Channel5 Questions With: Episode 47 - Stephen Combs & Tom Dunn, Emergency Managers for Bluffton and Hilton Head Island2022-05-1710 min