CHARLESTON, SC - Landrum announced today the addition of Grace Meade as a Business Consultant in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, continuing the company’s commitment to bringing top talent to support the businesses it serves. Meade brings a background in staffing and business development that is rooted in something consultants talk about, but few actually practice: genuine relationship building. Her career began in health care staffing, where she served as a Recruiter and then was promoted to Business Development Manager, partnering with school districts to understand their staffing challenges and connect them with the talent their students and communities needed. Meade understands what it means to be present for organizations navigating complex talent and organizational challenges. “The best business relationships are built on trust, not transactions,” said Meade. “What excites me most about working with business executives is earning their confidence. I love learning about the businesses I work with and helping them find solutions that make a real difference. Landrum gives me the opportunity to do exactly that, and I couldn’t be more energized about the work ahead.” As a Business Consultant, Meade works directly with business owners and leaders across Charleston to simplify how they manage their organizations. Through Landrum’s HR solutions, she helps companies navigate HR, payroll, benefits, compliance, and other operational challenges so their leadership can stay focused on growth and taking care of their people. “Grace understands that every business has challenges, goals, and a vision for the future. Her ability to build relationships and connect business leaders with the right solutions reflects how we work at Landrum. We’re excited to have her on the team as we continue investing in South Carolina and helping businesses grow,” said Andrew Sowell, Senior Vice President of HR Solutions. For more than 55 years, Landrum has stood alongside organizations of every size and industry as a trusted extension of their team, bringing the HR expertise and workforce solutions that give business leaders the freedom to focus on what they built their company to do. # # # About Landrum Landrum is a people-first organization with over 55 years of experience helping businesses grow through strategic HR, talent, and workforce support. Its scalable HR solutions are tailored by business size and industry. Landrum acts as an extension of a company’s team to manage HR functions like staffing and recruiting, payroll, employee benefits, compliance, and a variety of other business challenges. The company’s solutions are designed to amplify the power of people, helping organizations become more agile, competitive, and successful.

SUMMERVILLE, S.C. — Local business leaders, elected officials, and community members gathered for the Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce Annual Legislative Luncheon on Thursday, October 22. The event featured expert political insights from a Citadel professor and a panel of state representatives who shared recent legislative wins and priorities for the Lowcountry. Mark Owens, an associate professor of political science at The Citadel, served as the keynote speaker. Drawing on data from The Citadel Poll , Owens highlighted shifting voter trends and high civic engagement across the region. According to the survey data, 72 percent of Lowcountry voters are paying close attention to political issues, reflecting a well-informed electorate focused heavily on policy and trust. Owens also discussed the impact of the region's rapid growth, noting that nearly half of the area's residents moved from out of state more than a decade ago, establishing deep roots and a strong stake in South Carolina's economic and political future. Following the keynote, a panel of local lawmakers provided updates on key legislative achievements from Columbia: Rep. Gil Gatch (District 94): Highlighted the Republican delegation's success in securing $4 million in state funding for the town of Summerville to support public safety improvements, alongside the passage of the Energy Security Act to modernize power infrastructure. Rep. Harriet Holman (District 102): Pointed to major tax relief measures, including lowering the state income tax from 6% to 5.2% and raising homestead tax exemptions to $75,000, while emphasizing her ongoing commitment to bolstering training and support for first responders. Rep. Robby Robbins (District 97): Discussed the passage of the state Department of Transportation modernization bill aimed at saving time and money on infrastructure projects, as well as the revival of Canady’s Station in Colleton County into a major energy facility. Rep. Greg Ford (District 98): Shared his perspective as a new legislator dedicated to protecting small businesses from excessive regulation, particularly regarding hemp growers and CBD product sales. About the Greater Summerville Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce: The Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce is a five-star accredited chamber dedicated to advancing economic prosperity through business advocacy, leadership development, workforce initiatives, and meaningful member engagement. Serving businesses of every size and industry, the Chamber works to create a stronger community throughout Summerville and Dorchester County.