The club was excited to host Devin Parks, Director of Economic Development of the Myrtle Beach Downtown Development Office. Organized in 2019 as a department within the City of Myrtle Beach Government, the Downtown Development Office provides leadership, vision and directs the implementation of the new Downtown Master Plan. Their prime roles are expanding downtown economic development, building […]
It was an honor to have District Governor Sandy Morckel visit the club this morning. A long-time Rotarian, she embodies #ServiceAboveSelf. She inspired us to #UniteForGood and to focus on Rotary’s Vision: Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and […]
Stephanie Warren is the Executive Director of the Grand Strand Miracle Leagues. A Myrtle Beach native, she attended the University of South Carolina before moving to New York City to work in nonprofit theater for 10 years. She is a graduate of Leadership Grand Strand Class 44 and was elected to serve on the program’s […]
Gina Casazza founded EmpowerLit to help children build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging through the power of storytelling. Her debut children’s book, You Really, Truly Do Belong, introduces Cosmo the Alien, a lovable character learning what it means to fit in. Her upcoming book, You Really, Truly Are Enough, continues Cosmo’s journey, teaching kids self-worth and inner […]
Giany Guedjo, Executive Director of Carolina Human Reinvestment spoke to the club about the work the organization is doing to mentor students and feed the community through their after-school programs and community garden. Born in Benin, West Africa, Giany moved to the United States in 2009. Since 2012, he has led the CHRSC team as […]
Fellow Rotarian Michael Hesbach, Executive Director for the Eastern Chapter of the American Red Cross of South Carolina, spoke to the club about the work they do when disaster strikes. On March 1st, a wildfire started in our Carolina Forest community and the Red Cross was there, offering food, shelter, and other services to displaced […]
Karen Riordan, President & CEO of Together SC, spoke to the club about the work the organization she leads is doing to bring together non-profits across the state. Together SC serves the thousands of South Carolinians dedicated to community service, leadership, and caring through nonprofit and philanthropic organizations. Together SC is comprised of 800+ member […]
Like many of the people he helps, Dan relocated to the Myrtle Beach region and hasn’t looked back. Working for Merrill since 2015 has brought him together with clients from all different backgrounds, many sharing a common desire to pursue what they enjoy in life, while not forgetting about the needs of those they love. […]
William H. Miller is a creative catalyst and accomplished artist based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where he has lived and worked since 2014. Before relocating to Myrtle Beach, William made a name for himself as a fine artist in Houston, Texas, with a studio in the Washington Avenue Arts District. In recognition of his contributions […]
Dr. Hodges is an author, educator, & speaker. She was a founding member of Palmetto Literacy Council. She is passionate about children and adults learning to read, write, and do math. Her life and career have centered around those who struggle with learning and finding ways for everyone to learn. She has been a teacher […]