In this episode, we speak with Christina Lock, an entrepreneur, leader, human resources executive, and public speaker with a proven track record of building companies and shaping talent strategies. As the Founder and CEO of Catch Talent, Christina leads the delivery of technical recruiting services for growing technology, creative, and government contracting companies, and brings a unique perspective on what it takes to build strong teams in a competitive market. The company is based in Charleston, SC.

Charleston’s longest-running holiday show returns for its 30th season with an all-new musical spectacular. The Charleston Christmas Special brings together top singers, dancers, and musicians for a high-energy celebration. With 11 performances Dec. 12–21 at Charleston Music Hall, it’s a holiday tradition for all ages.

Heritage Landcare, now led by the second generation of the McLeod family, has delivered professional landscape services across South Carolina since 1986. The company partners with commercial clients to provide reliable landscape maintenance, installation, and stormwater management grounded in safety, sustainability, and quality. With recent expansion into the Charleston and Greenville markets, Heritage continues to grow its legacy of trusted service statewide.

Greenville’s newest luxury bridal boutique, The Bridal Loft, has officially made its debut after opening for appointments in late August and celebrating with a grand opening event on October 23. Located in The Village of West Greenville, the boutique brings a modern, elevated bridal experience to the Upstate with a curated collection of designer gowns — no private labels, ever. Brides can expect intentional, pressure-free appointments designed to feel as memorable as the dress they find.

The South Carolina Arts Commission is bringing its services closer to home through new regional hubs designed to connect residents with grants, staff assistance, programming, and partnerships right in their own communities. These six hubs make it easier than ever for artists and organizations to access support, guided by local SCAC team members who live and work in each region. In FY25, the SCAC invested more than $12.5 million in grants and programs that reached all 46 counties, supporting 106 artists, 310 arts providers, and 261 arts learning opportunities statewide.

The Center for Innovative Leadership combines Furman’s world-class academic expertise with the insight of leading business experts and coaches to help develop strategic leaders, creative problem-solvers, and innovators ready to navigate today’s complex challenges. The Center now offers a high-quality, flexible professional certification program designed for aspiring leaders across virtually every sector.

Studio 2LR, Inc. is an award-winning architecture and interior design firm based in Columbia, South Carolina. Dedicated to design excellence, the firm brings passion and creativity to each project, crafting environments that inspire and engage. In 2025, they are celebrating their 20th anniversary.

Alita is a healthcare technology company focused on harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to transform post-acute and senior care. Its AI-powered agent automates admissions, intake, and hiring processes, engaging families and job seekers around the clock so providers can spend less time on paperwork and more time delivering care.

The Boyd Innovation Center in Columbia, SC recently named Sam Herskovitz as its new Executive Director. With more than a decade of experience scaling enterprise SaaS products and guiding startups to successful exits, Sam brings proven leadership to Columbia’s hub for high-growth, high-tech innovation.

Efferent Labs, founded by entrepreneurs Bill Rader and Dr. Spencer Rosero, was born out of a deeply personal mission to transform medical research. The company’s groundbreaking Living Informatics platform delivers real-time, in vivo cellular data through advanced biosensors and AI-driven analytics, giving researchers unprecedented insight into drug responses as they happen.

Ethel Bunch and Allen Klump, Palmetto Nuclear Coalition by Alan Cooper

Charles & Associates, a trusted name in home repair and remodeling for more than 32 years, serves Greenwood, Greenville, and the Lakelands with licensed, bonded, and insured expertise. Recently named to the 2025 Best of South Carolina list in the Construction & Remodeling Contractors category, the company offers everything from handyman services to complete renovations. This July, Charles & Associates expanded its offerings with new Design-Build Renovation services.

Nature at Work is a statewide platform that helps employers, educators, and communities integrate nature into the way we work, live, and lead. Founded in South Carolina, the initiative connects organizations to nature-based strategies, providers, and partnerships that support healthier people, stronger communities, and more resilient ecosystems. Learn more at www.natureatworksc.org.

global digital needs agency | gdna (often stylized “g/d/n/a”) is a fast‑growing cloud-native consultancy and AWS Premier Partner based in Charleston, SC. Founded in 2022, gdna blends human ingenuity with technical excellence to help startups, SMBs, and enterprises build scalable, secure, and cost‑effective digital solutions

Ritedose has unveiled a new 225,000-square-foot distribution and logistics center at Performance Park in Columbia, SC, boosting its capacity to handle over 2 billion doses annually. The facility is part of an $81 million investment that has already created 100 new jobs and supports the state’s thriving life sciences industry. An $11 million lab is also in the works, set to break ground in fall 2025 to support early-stage pharmaceutical innovation. This major expansion highlights Ritedose’s continued leadership in sterile drug manufacturing and commitment to growth in South Carolina.

Based in Greenville, SC, Tindall Architecture Workshop is a husband and wife team based in Greenville, SC, focused on inspiring residential architecture and unmatched service throughout the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida.

The mission at Data Moose is to help non-profits make the world a better place, by providing direct access to actionable data in a secure environment.

Colmbia, SC-based Qwerky.ai is a cutting-edge technology firm that's pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence and changing the way we interact with machines. Founded by Chris Thibeault and Evan Owen, Qwerky.ai is the culmination of their passion for innovation and their desire to make a meaningful impact on the world. With a strong foundation in research and development, Qwerky.ai is committed to delivering exceptional AI-powered solutions that are not only effective but also intuitive and user-friendly. From natural language processing to machine learning, the company's expertise spans a wide range of disciplines, making it an ideal partner for businesses and organizations looking to harness the power of AI.

Legacy Digital Media, founded in 2023 by Q Moldrik, is a boutique full-service digital marketing agency based in Mount Pleasant (Greater Charleston), South Carolina with national reach . Rooted in community-driven storytelling and creative strategy, Legacy Digital specializes in holistic brand-building—from captivating content creation and social media management to paid advertising, email campaigns, SEO, website development, and reputation management.

Serving the Greenville, South Carolina area, Grass Nerds offers a professional, passionate approach to lawn care. The team understands that maintaining a healthy, vibrant lawn requires more than just effort—it takes expertise, consistency, and a true love for the craft. Grass Nerds is committed to delivering top-tier service and an exceptional customer experience, helping clients enjoy outdoor spaces that are both functional and beautiful. As their name suggests, lawn care isn’t just what they do—it’s who they are.