LowCountry Influentials
Lowcountry Influentials is a distinctive project celebrating the dynamic, yet often overlooked heroes across Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, Summerville, North Charleston, and neighboring regions.
Our project illuminates these exceptional individuals through mesmerizing portraits and compelling stories, paying homage to those who leave an indelible mark on the fabric of the Lowcountry community.
We shine a light on the changemakers, visionaries, and trailblazers — each person a vital thread in the rich tapestry of our community, embodying the unique spirit and resilience of the Lowcountry.
This is more than just a tribute; it's an evolving chronicle of our people, our triumphs, our challenges, and our collective journey in this remarkable part of the world.
Anice Carr
From King's Speeches to Hollywood Dreams: The Unsung Heroine of Charleston's Legacy
Frank Wells
Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Unstoppable Impact of Frank Wells and Holy City Med’s Same-Day Care Model
Erin Kienzle
Lights, Camera, Impact: How Erin Kienzle is Redefining Video Storytelling in the Lowcountry
Carmen Odom
The Fabric of Success: The Inspiring Story of Carmen, Charleston's Premier Personal Clothier
Gracie and Lacy
Two sisters who love to sing and dance in the immortal style of classic musicals. Gracie and Lacy
Colin Smoak
Colin Smoak is the chairman of the Harbour Club and a champion of diversity and equality. His commitment to make everybody at home at the club has brought a welcome wind of change.
Pixie Dezzutti
Paula "Pixie" Dezzutti is the CEO of Local Choice Spirits and the Striped Pig distillery. And that makes her part of a very restricted group in business: women who are CEOs of a distillery. Read in this interview how this force of nature is changing the industry. Another glowing example of Charleston Influentials.
Boyd Stough
Boyd Stough is one of a kind. Talk to him and you will be treated to a depth of knowledge that you rarely find. And that us why he is a Charleston Influential.
Augustine "Gus" Olalere
Gus is a remarkable individual who has dedicated his life to helping others with his incredible financial knowledge and his generosity.