Charleston Women Winter 2022-23

6 www.Char l e s tonWomenPodcas t . com | www.ReadCW. com | www. Ins t ag ram. com /Char l e s tonWomen About the Cover This issue’s cover photo features an amazing image of South Carolina Port Authority’s new chief executive officer Barbara Melvin. Inside, you’ll find a feature story about this incredible woman who has a rare quality that could not be ignored: equal parts heart and head. Melvin is a true leader who uses knowledge and logic to facilitate the goals most dear to her, which is for all to thrive together. This picture is important because it captures a moment in history. A woman stands on that barge as its commander and chief, and she is the first to hold that position for a top 10 port in history. This winter, we will navigate the holidays. We will give and receive; we will wrap up the past year. Then, we will all embark upon new journeys in 2023. This could not be a better time to have someone like Melvin showing us all the way. Melvin isn’t someone who has a demanding or loud voice. She isn’t someone who enjoys a fight. She just does the work. She believes in herself and lets her qualifications shine. We are proud to put her on our cover, and we hope that you’ll find inspiration by learning about her confidence and rise to the top in such a unique field. Celebrate Melvin with us, and then leave some room to celebrate yourself. A whole new year awaits, and there are no limits. www.CharlestonWomenPodcast.com | FB & Instagram @CharlestonWomen New CEO Of Top Ten Port Wellness, Weddings And Wishes For A Wonderful New Year Warm Up To Books, Wine And Cozy Recipes This Winter MEANS FULL STEAM AHEAD FOR WOMEN Top Gifts For HER Introducing Charleston Women In: Business Style Food The Arts Wellness Philanthropy The Home CHARLESTON Wi nter 2022-23 C H A R L E S T O N W O M E N I N B U S I N E S S * S O U T H C A R O L I N A W O M E N I N R E A L E S T A T E We are a veteran owned and family operated small business. We mix up small batches of coconut soy candles with custom blended fragrances, poured by hand. We use high quality all natural, skin safe, and clean burning products. No dyes, no parabens, no phthalates, no zinc! TheRaineAndGraceCo.com THE RAINE & GRACE CO. Hand-Poured Candles & Custom Home Decor FAMILY, FRIENDS & FUN #CANUDIGIT DIGHospitality.com DIG Locations are always a comfortable place to have a cold beer, chat with friends, or just watch the game! Dig In The Park 1049 E Montague Avenue North Charleston Dig 17a 3419 S Live Oak Dr Moncks Corner

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