Recognized by Mayor Keith Summey and formally structured in the City of North Charleston SC, the Chamber began its official chartering in May of 2005. Garrett, (Fayetteville, NC) Jerome Howard, (Charlotte, NC) Donte' K. Aklin, (Myrtle Beach, SC) Patrice Heyward, (Charleston, SC) Jovene Milligan, (Charleston, SC) and Henry Ravenel (Charleston, SC). These chartering members saw the need to come together to form an entity that would serve business communities in accomplishing their goals towards business growth, high quality of life and community independence. The SCC is comprised of regional business owners, economic development members, educators, media, community based organizations and decision makers with one common goal: To develop strategies and set policies to better serve all business interests throughout the Southeastern Region. Events & Networking- The Chamber hosted their first "Awards Night under the Stars" in October of 2005. The event space was sponsored by John Rivers Enterprises, and held at the Fountain Walk, neighboring the South Carolina Aquarium. At this first member-based event, they recognized State leaders, local businesses and professionals for their dedicated efforts to economically enhance the region. Over the years the Chamber has offered a wealth of networking events, organizational meetings, consultations, workshops, community based projects, conferences and membership drives. Their key beneficial events and accomplishments have been "Wednesday's with the Bank", "First & Final Friday Networking Mixers", and the "Quarterly Chamber Meetings & Orientations". Most Recent- Headquartered in the City of North Charleston, the Chamber has one of the most supportive political and business communities on their side. With this support, their innovative strategic plans for continued regional enhancements will be realized. Through the tireless efforts of the Chamber and their supporting businesses and member base, they have continued to raise the economic bar, and, maintain high standards for the future. With scheduled Awards Galas, Seminars, Retreats, CEO Round-tables and Training Sessions, which are all expected to attract a record number of attendees, the Chamber is progressing forward. By becoming a member of the Southeastern Chamber of Commerce, investors are investing in more than just local cities; but investing in the building of a diversified business corridor. The Southeastern Chamber of Commerce has released a "Regional Five Quarter Plan", which continues to focus on the formal structure of its organization, and defines an unsullied list of initiatives designed to positively impact regional and economical growth. They have studied various markets and designed a blueprint by hearing diverse testimonials from various professionals and business owners within the region, as many share similar concerns. Base off of these statistical concerns, the Chamber gears its programs and services towards educational and informative solutions, all designed to benefit the new and potential investors of the organization. The SCC is a nonprofit, membership organization dedicated to improving businesses and tourism throughout the Southeastern Region.
