Building Business w/ the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce

The Building Business podcast provides compelling stories of the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce's journey, its steadfast commitment to the local community, and its forward-thinking approach to addressing the needs of businesses in an ever-changing landscape. It stands as an invitation to listeners to become part of a movement that values growth, connection, and the collective progress of the Mount Pleasant, South Carolina community. Be prepared to be inspired, informed, and motivated, as we provide a rich tapestry of stories that celebrate the dynamic interplay of business and personal growth right here, in our own backyard. Interested in Sponsorship? Find out more: https://canva.link/an5n4zvm49q6u8t

Building Business w/ the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce is a business podcast hosted by Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce, with 53 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce hosts Building Business w/ the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce, a business show with 53 episodes published.

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  Building Business w/ the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce

  Building A Farm-Based Home For Aging Well

  Sep 17, 20267 min

  A 90-acre regenerative farm in Somerville sounds like a dream until you realize it is also a plan for senior care. Live from the Mount Pleasant Expo, we sit down with Rick and Christy to hear how their core business of in-home care for seniors led to a bigger question: what happens when someone can no longer stay safely at home, but the usual senior housing options do not match the family’s values or the elder’s quality of life? We talk through their “build it ourselves” approach to senior living, where residents can transition onto the property, eat food grown and raised on-site, and stay connected to a daily rhythm that feels human. Along the way, we break down regenerative farming in simple terms, including why moving animals to fresh grass supports healthier soil, better pasture, and ultimately better food. If you care about aging in place, assisted living alternatives, senior living in the Charleston area, or regenerative agriculture, this conversation connects the dots in a surprisingly practical way. Then we zoom out to holistic senior care: the health realities families face, concerns around medication burden, and their interest in hemp and a CBD hydration drink as part of a broader wellness-minded model. The result is a candid look at entrepreneurship, experimentation, and building something local that is not quite like anything else around. Subscribe for more on-the-ground conversations, share this with someone navigating elder care decisions, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway or question for us. Presenting Sponsor: Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Studio Sponsor: Charleston Media Solutions Episode Sponsor: Viking Mergers & Acquisitions Expo Podcast Sponsor: ‪ Pollen Social‬ Production Sponsor: RMBO.co Design Sponsor: DK Design Interested in Sponsorship? Click here . Committee: Kathleen Herrmann | Host | MPCC Past President | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Mike Compton | Co-host | Podcast Committee | RMBO.co Rebecca Imholz | Co-host | MPCC Executive Director Amanda Bunting Comen | Co-host | MPCC Marketing & Communications Benjamin Nesvold | Co-host | MPCC President | Edward Jones

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  What If Honesty Is The Real Secret Sauce w/ Terry Haas

  Sep 1, 202652 minS3

  A house can have perfect curb appeal and still sit. A listing can also look “fine” and get crushed in days. The difference is rarely luck, and Terry Haas is refreshingly direct about why. Terry joins us with a unique lens from years on HGTV plus decades of real-world transactions in the Charleston and Mount Pleasant real estate market. We talk about what TV gets right, what it simplifies, and why selling a home with real people and real emotions is a totally different job than staging a set. We dig into the practical stuff sellers and buyers actually need: how to separate your identity from your property, how to use neutral staging so strangers can picture their lives there, and why pricing strategy matters more than any “secret sauce.” Terry gives her blunt rule of thumb for stalled listings, then explains how she coaches clients through the emotional side of letting go. For buyers relocating to the Lowcountry, we cover how to get your financing ready early, how to avoid heartbreak in multiple-offer situations, and what it means to work with an agent who knows neighborhoods, people, and the pace of the market. We also go beyond real estate into business building. Terry breaks down how she and her husband run 32 South Properties with systems, teamwork, and a culture that trusts talented people to do their jobs. Then we lighten it up with Charleston favorites and hidden gems, from the Bull’s Bay Rodeo to the Daniel Island Ferry and why Folly Beach keeps its cool factor. If you’re buying, selling, relocating, or building a service business that runs on reputation, this one is for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend moving to Charleston, and leave a review so more people can find the show. This is a grounded guide for founders, contractors, agency owners, manufacturers, and service leaders across Charleston and beyond who want a no-nonsense path to an exit. We share red flags that can sink deals, the role of local market knowledge, and how Viking’s success-based model aligns incentives. Join us, get practical next steps, and walk away knowing exactly how to make your future sale smoother. www.vikingmergers.com Presenting Sponsor: Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Studio Sponsor: Charleston Media Solutions Episode Sponsor: Viking Mergers & Acquisitions Expo Podcast Sponsor: ‪ Pollen Social‬ Production Sponsor: RMBO.co Design Sponsor: DK Design Interested in Sponsorship? Click here . Committee: Kathleen Herrmann | Host | MPCC Past President | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Mike Compton | Co-host | Podcast Committee | RMBO.co Rebecca Imholz | Co-host | MPCC Executive Director Amanda Bunting Comen | Co-host | MPCC Marketing & Communications Benjamin Nesvold | Co-host | MPCC President | Edward Jones

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  Episode #19

  What Happens When Community Becomes A Growth Strategy w/ Alison Reed

  Aug 18, 20266 minS5

  Your numbers can either cloud your decisions or sharpen them fast. We sit down with Alison Reed, a Mount Pleasant small business owner who runs a local bookkeeping company and practically lives in QuickBooks, helping clients turn day-to-day transactions into clean, usable financials they can actually trust. We talk about what her bookkeeping services look like in the real world, from supporting trades like construction, plumbing, and landscaping to helping nonprofits stay organized and accountable. Alison shares why being based at the Harbor Entrepreneur Center matters, how remote work fits into her model, and what she’s learned after nearly three full years in business. If you’ve ever wondered what “good books” should feel like, this conversation breaks it down in plain language: clarity, consistency, and fewer surprises. We also dig into small business marketing that doesn’t feel gimmicky. Alison explains why the Mount Pleasant Chamber and local networking drive so much of her growth, what changes when you show up as a vendor at an expo instead of only attending, and how word of mouth spreads when you serve your neighbors well. She also shares her path from middle school math teacher to business owner and why stepping into a treasurer role is a natural extension of doing careful financial work. If you’re building a business in Mount Pleasant or anywhere else and want better bookkeeping, stronger QuickBooks systems, and a smarter approach to local referrals, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a fellow owner, and leave a review with your biggest bookkeeping challenge so we can tackle it next. This is a grounded guide for founders, contractors, agency owners, manufacturers, and service leaders across Charleston and beyond who want a no-nonsense path to an exit. We share red flags that can sink deals, the role of local market knowledge, and how Viking’s success-based model aligns incentives. Join us, get practical next steps, and walk away knowing exactly how to make your future sale smoother. www.vikingmergers.com Presenting Sponsor: Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Studio Sponsor: Charleston Media Solutions Episode Sponsor: Viking Mergers & Acquisitions Expo Podcast Sponsor: ‪ Pollen Social‬ Production Sponsor: RMBO.co Design Sponsor: DK Design Interested in Sponsorship? Click here . Committee: Kathleen Herrmann | Host | MPCC Past President | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Mike Compton | Co-host | Podcast Committee | RMBO.co Rebecca Imholz | Co-host | MPCC Executive Director Amanda Bunting Comen | Co-host | MPCC Marketing & Communications Benjamin Nesvold | Co-host | MPCC President | Edward Jones

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  Episode #18

  Washington Cafe, Community, And Culture w/ Peter Washington

  Aug 4, 202628 minS5

  You can feel it when a business is built on purpose and the Washington Cafe is exactly that. Mike Compton sits down with Peter Washington, a Lowcountry native who left for the DC and Baltimore area, built a corporate IT career (including PayPal and Happy Returns), then came back home and decided Mount Pleasant needed more than just another place to grab caffeine. What started with a ribbon cutting and a warm welcome quickly turned into neighborhood momentum, daily regulars, and a clear mission: create a space that feels like community, not just commerce. We talk through the real origin story, from landing the physical space near Highway 17 North to learning the craft behind quality coffee through Counter Culture Coffee’s tasting program. Peter shares how he thinks about consistency, partnerships that keep ownership in your hands, and why “the right people” matter as much as the right product. Then we get into the fun part: tea sourced through Donna Tea, specialty drinks like the Washington Fizz, matcha, hibiscus, and refreshers designed for a South Carolina summer. The conversation also goes beyond the cup. Peter explains how he curates local art to spotlight up-and-coming artists, why the cafe doubles as a mini gallery, and how his food program leans into memory and tradition with pastries and breakfast sandwiches from local baker Christina Miller. If you care about Mount Pleasant small business, Charleston coffee culture, or how to build a community-focused cafe with real personality, you’ll leave with ideas you can use. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves great coffee, and leave a review telling us your go-to cafe order. This is a grounded guide for founders, contractors, agency owners, manufacturers, and service leaders across Charleston and beyond who want a no-nonsense path to an exit. We share red flags that can sink deals, the role of local market knowledge, and how Viking’s success-based model aligns incentives. Join us, get practical next steps, and walk away knowing exactly how to make your future sale smoother. www.vikingmergers.com Presenting Sponsor: Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Studio Sponsor: Charleston Media Solutions Episode Sponsor: Viking Mergers & Acquisitions Expo Podcast Sponsor: ‪ Pollen Social‬ Production Sponsor: RMBO.co Design Sponsor: DK Design Interested in Sponsorship? Click here . Committee: Kathleen Herrmann | Host | MPCC Past President | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Mike Compton | Co-host | Podcast Committee | RMBO.co Rebecca Imholz | Co-host | MPCC Executive Director Amanda Bunting Comen | Co-host | MPCC Marketing & Communications Benjamin Nesvold | Co-host | MPCC President | Edward Jones

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  Episode #17

  How Chamber Networking Turns Into Real Community Growth w/ Keith Lovas of Graze Craze

  Jul 21, 202615 minS3

  A lot of “networking” feels like walking around with your pitch loaded. Live from the Mount Pleasant Chamber Expo, we talk with Keith Lovas, a local entrepreneur and dad, about a different approach: build trust first, help other businesses, and let the growth follow. Keith shares why the Mount Pleasant Chamber became a key part of launching Graze Craze and how showing up consistently creates the kind of community connections you cannot buy with ads. We get into the practical side of community-based marketing: supporting schools, donating for teachers, running give-back months, and saying yes to local events because it creates real goodwill and real visibility. Keith breaks down why a genuine post recommending another local business can be more powerful than a “salesy” promotion, especially when it’s tied to authentic stories about who you are, where you live, and why you care. If you’re focused on local SEO, word of mouth, and five-star reviews, this conversation connects the dots between relationships and discoverability. Keith also shares the personal pivot behind the brand, leaving a lucrative corporate construction career because it lacked happiness and joy. We talk about running a two-person operation, protecting a high-end standard, and balancing long days with family boundaries. Plus, we cover what goes into premium charcuterie boards, why quality ingredients drive price, and how corporate gifting can be more memorable than another basket of crackers and mustard. If you like conversations about small business growth, community partnerships, and doing work you’re proud of, subscribe, share this with a local owner, and leave a quick review so more people can find the show. This is a grounded guide for founders, contractors, agency owners, manufacturers, and service leaders across Charleston and beyond who want a no-nonsense path to an exit. We share red flags that can sink deals, the role of local market knowledge, and how Viking’s success-based model aligns incentives. Join us, get practical next steps, and walk away knowing exactly how to make your future sale smoother. www.vikingmergers.com Presenting Sponsor: Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Studio Sponsor: Charleston Media Solutions Episode Sponsor: Viking Mergers & Acquisitions Expo Podcast Sponsor: ‪ Pollen Social‬ Production Sponsor: RMBO.co Design Sponsor: DK Design Interested in Sponsorship? Click here . Committee: Kathleen Herrmann | Host | MPCC Past President | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Mike Compton | Co-host | Podcast Committee | RMBO.co Rebecca Imholz | Co-host | MPCC Executive Director Amanda Bunting Comen | Co-host | MPCC Marketing & Communications Benjamin Nesvold | Co-host | MPCC President | Edward Jones

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