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“ We are thrilled to accept the prestigious award for 2018 Chamber of the Year. We could not have accomplished this without the support of our dedicated members, phenomenal group of volunteer leaders and 34 hard-working staff members who are passionate about the work that we do.” Bryan Derreberry
President and CEO Charleston Metro Chamber
Everyone loves an award. Even more so when it reflects the hard work of a group working towards a common goal. That’s what happened on Wednesday, July 18. The Charleston Metro Chamber was recognized at ACCE’s National Convention in Des Moines, Iowa. Chamber of the Year is the nation’s only award recognizing the leadership role chambers have in their communities and excellence in operations, member services and community leadership. Those honored with the Chamber of the Year designation have demonstrated organizational strength and made an impact on key community priorities, such as education, transportation, business development and quality of life.
Yes, we’re still blushing. This recognition is a true testament of our Chamber’s efforts and undeniable impact on our region. Over the past several years, the Chamber’s work has been seen in: • The passage of the direly needed roads funding bill for the Charleston region’s infrastructure needs • Fueling a talent pipeline by providing our high school students the skills needed to work in our high-demand jobs • Igniting and inspiring our region’s leaders through programs like Leadership Charleston and Metro Leadership Visit
Being named Chamber of the Year is a rigorous process that includes a written application addressing all aspects of organizational operation and programmatic work. Applications are scored by peer chamber executives to determine finalists. Winners are selected from among finalists based on an in-person interview before a panel of experienced chamber professionals.
Of course, this award couldn’t have happened without all of our members and volunteer leaders, and their efforts. Thank you.
Membership
GOAL:
To engage, attract and retain new members
BUSINESS IN YOUR BACKYARD HIGHLIGHTS TECH INDUSTRY The tech industry in the Charleston region is growing exponentially.
700% increase in tech sector jobs in 10 years
#1 mid-size metro for IT job growth
130 Business in your Backyard attendees heard from a panel of leaders from prestigious local tech powerhouses on the current realities and future of the tech industry in the region while visiting Blackbaud’s new facility. Panelists: • Tony Boor, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Finance and Administration, Blackbaud • Jonathan Dussault, Chief Financial Officer, Benefitfocus • John LaCour, Chief Technology Officer, PhishLabs Moderator: • Patrick Bryant, Partner, Bidr
SUMMER SOCIAL ON THE CAROLINA QUEEN
RECORD NUMBERS | YUMMY FOOD + DRINKS | LOCAL MUSIC 175+ members spent the evening networking on the Carolina Queen and were treated to sounds from the Blue Dogs’ own Bobby Houck. Thank you to Charleston Harbor Tours for a fantastic night on the water and to Frothy Beard Brewing and Swig & Swine for delivering cool beverages and tasty food.
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EXCLUSIVE TOUR FOR LEADERSHIP CIRCLE Leadership Circle members had the unique opportunity to tour the construction site of Hotel Bennett while building relationships with fellow members. Attendees experienced first-hand the blend of gracious Charlestonian spirit and European classic design of what is set to become one of the most significant lodging developments ever built in the Holy City.
SPOTLIGHT ON… CHARLESTON SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY’S NEW PRESIDENT More than 40 Leadership Circle members attended a brand new event, Leadership Circle Spotlight, where we welcomed our newest Leadership Circle members. The first event featured an exclusive introduction to CSU’s new president, Dondi E. Costin, Ph.D.
Dondi E. Costin, Ph.D., President
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30 new Bronze, Silver and Gold members had the opportunity to spotlight their executive leadership.
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
GOAL:
To give our region a collective voice
SCORECARD RECAPS 2018 LEGISLATIVE SESSION The Chamber focused on the following key areas at the State House this year: • Economic Development • Talent • Criminal Justice Reform • Taxes & Regulation
2018 Legislative Accomplishments: • Automatic Stay Reform • Nuisance Lawsuits Reform • Workforce Expungement • High Impact Tax Incentives
View the full scorecard at charlestonchamber.org /legislativescorecard.
IN-DEPTH LOOK ON HOW POLICY IS MADE The Chamber’s Champion Advocates are a group of more than 60+ grassroots leaders working to spread positive messaging about our region’s growth and development.
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“ I enjoyed spending time with the Chamber’s Champion Advocates. Anytime you are able to spend time actually discussing important issues, rather than relying on 15 second sound bites, it is time well spent. I look forward to seeing the impact this energized group of engaged citizens has in the Charleston region and in the state.”
The group had the opportunity to hear from an elected officials panel on how policy is made at the State House and the role citizens play in the process. Panelists: • Senator Sean Bennett • Representative Samuel Rivers, Jr.
Senator Sean Bennett State of South Carolina
• Representative Sylleste Davis
AMPLIFYING HOUSING CRISIS Members of the Chamber’s Housing Task Force are building awareness regarding our region’s housing crisis and promoting policy solutions that will help ensure every member of our community, at every income level, has attainable housing options.
48% of new households earn less than $50,000
19% 33% New Housholds by Income Level
15%
Less than $20,000 $20,000 - $34,999
Housing + TRANSPORTATION
UNAFFORDABLE Residents spend
71% 57% Low Income
Typical
$35,000 - $49,999
14%
$50,000 - $74,999 $75,000+
of income on housing and transportation
Help spread the word, contact Scott Barhight at sbarhight@charlestonchamber.org.
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19%
Talent
GOAL:
To grow our region’s talent pipeline
REGIONAL COLLEGE AND CAREER GUIDE
< 50% OF U.S. HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FEEL PREPARED FOR COLLEGE OR A CAREER To help bridge this gap, the Chamber worked with all four of our school districts on our largest school partnership project to date – the Regional College and Career Guide. The Guide is a one-stop resource for parents and students to better understand the complex landscape of programs that exist to help choose an academic and career path. Schools will begin to roll out the guide to students starting in the 8th grade as part of the Individualized Graduation Plan process.
NEW YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP STUDENTS
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Trident Technical College hosted Youth Apprenticeship Signing Day on July 31 where 52 incoming Youth Apprenticeship students joined one of the 17 Youth Apprenticeship pathways. The Chamber contributes funding for Youth Apprenticeships to cover classes, textbooks and pathway-specific supplies. The Chamber, in partnership with CRDA, has released the 2018 Talent Demand Study.
KEY FINDINGS In the next five years, the Charleston Metro Area will add nearly
35,000 new jobs to the region. This current forecast is
32%
higher than the 2016 studyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five-year job growth prediction.
80%
& Mechanical
2. Hospitality
52
Incoming Students
3. Medical 4. Business
Operations Support
5. Software & IT 6. Personal
92
Total Youth Apprenticeship Students
Services
7. Logistics 8. Business
Management
9. Construction
53
Host Companies
10. Education
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17
Career Pathways
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of this job growth will be in 10 specific occupations.
1. Production
2018 / 2019 Youth Apprenticeship Program
Leadership
GOAL:
To cultivate leadership within the region
NEW FALL LEADERSHIP DISCOVERY CLASS ANNOUNCED
22
Participants
6
Featured Leaders
7
Sessions
Participants will gain leadership skills that will directly impact current work and build valuable community connections through mentor sessions with experienced executives, a personalized DiSC Leadership Profile Assessment and 3-course business etiquette dinner.
Featured Leaders:
B. Heath Beam, CFP, AEP, CHFC, CLU Principal Singular Private Wealth, P.C.
Reginald “Reggie” Burgess Chief of Police City of North Charleston Police Department
Lorraine Lutton, FACHE President and Chief Executive Officer Roper St. Francis Healthcare
Jamie Tozzi General Manager Microsoft
Jeff Tozzi Vice President Microsoft
Chris Van Metre President and Chief Executive Officer ATI
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EXECUTIVE WOMEN HEAR FROM FEMALE LEADERS IN HEALTHCARE The August Executive Women’s Roundtable featured a powerful panel of healthcare leaders. They discussed their roles within their institutions, perspectives on our community and the healthcare industry as well as the successes and challenges along their personal leadership paths. Panelists: • Danielle Bowen Scheurer, M.D., M.C.S.R., Chief Quality Officer, Medical University of South Carolina • Melanie Stith, Vice President of Human Resources, Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Lisa Valentine, Chief Executive Officer, Summerville Medical Center
YP WAKE UP: LET’S TALK TOURISM On September 27, Helen Hill, CEO of Explore Charleston, stated to YP Wake Up attendees that Charleston, though on the verge of it’s 350th birthday, is about to have the best 10 years yet. To maintain the momentum of the success, Hill emphasized the importance of ensuring the success of three things:
“ I really believe that this group of leaders [CYP] in our community have the answers for the challenges that we face, we just have to listen to them.” Helen Hill, CEO Explore Charleston
1. Each visitor’s expectation are met and exceeded. All hospitality staff must be trained and capable of embodying our reputation as the country’s friendliest city.
3. Tell our whole story and be truthful to who we are. There have been very ugly times in our history, but we are working to make a region that is open to all residents and visitors.
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2. Support low-cost air carriers, as well as larger carriers, to ensure that we have access to and from the Charleston region. We currently have non-stop service to 23 cities.
Organization
GOAL:
To operate with excellence as a Chamber
CHAMBER TEAM ACCEPTED INTO LEADERSHIP INITIATIVES
ACCE Leadership Diversity Initiative Scholarship
Diversity Leaders Initiative at The Riley Institute
Tim Rogers Vice President of Membership
Sean Tracey Vice President of Local Area Chambers
Tim is one of 10 chamber professionals to receive scholarships to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executivesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Leadership Diversity Initiative. The Initiative is a three-year professional development program designed to enhance the leadership capacity of chamber professionals from diverse backgrounds.
Sean has been accepted into the Diversity Leaders Initiative at The Riley Institute at Furman. This unique, highly interactive, multi-award-winning program imparts deep knowledge and skills to effectively manage and lead increasingly diverse workers, clients and constituents.
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â&#x20AC;&#x153; Tina has extensive knowledge of education initiatives and we look forward to seeing her efforts in our region come to fruition and continue strengthening and growing our impactful Talent and Advancement platforms.â&#x20AC;? Bryan Derreberry, President and CEO Charleston Metro Chamber
Tina Wirth Senior Vice President of Talent Advancement
The Chamber is excited to announce Tina as Senior Vice President of Talent Advancement. She brings a wealth of knowledge in talent development and strategic regional initiatives, serving most recently for the JAXUSA Partnership, a division of the JAX Chamber in Jacksonville, FL. Tina welcomes the chance to meet with you to discuss your workforce and talent development needs. You can reach her at twirth@charlestonchamber.org or 843-805-3043.
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WELCOME TINA WIRTH
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(July 1 - September 30)
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NEW LEADERSHIP CIRCLE MEMBERS Bronze
(July 1 - September 30)
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