Women In Business 2018

www.ChsWomenInBusiness.com | www.LCWomenInBusiness.com | www.LCwib.com WIB - 15 their full respect. “Our first responsibility is to the community,” Dollar said. “Is this the right thing for Charleston?” She gives credit to her staff, saying that it “takes everyone to make it right.” Dollar manages the six Cumulus stations in the Charleston area, ranging from conservative news to the number one urban station, and sees “huge opportunity for growth.” Her management style, like that of Nelms, is focused on her people. She is attuned to everyone’s needs and talents. Alene Grevey , area president of iHeartMedia, has a big job. She is responsible for radio stations in five markets, including Charleston, Columbia, Myrtle Beach, Florence and Savannah. She resides in Mount Pleasant and travels several days per month to the other cities. A graduate of the University of South Carolina, Grevey and her lawyer husband moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, after college, where she worked at Chernoff Newman Advertising. They didn’t hesitate to relocate to Charleston when she was offered the position with iHeartMedia in 1985 and became the company’s first female executive senior vice president. Since then, she has been named among radio’s Most Influential Women by Radio INK. In addition, Grevey has served on the board of the National Association of Broadcasters. Grevey is extremely involved with the local community and dedicated to giving back. She serves on the board of directors for the Medical University of South Carolina as well as Windwood Family Services. “I love helping people,” she commented. She works closely with the town of Mount Pleasant on projects such as the Blessing of the Fleet and the WEZL 103.5 Party in the Park. “Anyone who comes with a need, I support,” Grevey said. All three women call this area home and enjoy life on the coast. Nelms is raising a young child and renovating a home. Dollar relaxes on the golf course, and Grevey finds her joy in boating and fishing. Although they are at different points in their lives, they all see “opportunities for bigger leadership,” as Grevey said. It is a two-way street. The viewers and listeners support the media and, in return, the media uplifts the community. Alena Grevey of iHeart Radio. Photo provided. 1061-A • E. Montague Ave. North Charleston 843.568.0304 OLD HAT VINTAGE A curated collection of eclectic decor, handmade goods and vintage furniture.