Thrivin' at The Beach

The "Thrivin’ at the Beach" podcast episode features Laura Crowther, CEO of the Coastal Carolinas Association of Realtors, discussing the state of the real estate market in Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand. Crowther highlights the challenges of a 40-year housing deficit, the impact of inflation on home prices and interest rates, and the need for workforce housing. She emphasizes the importance of...

This episode features Tashena Chestnut and Amanda Van Natta , professionals in career development with the Horry County School District. They discuss the district’s efforts to prepare students for meaningful careers through its Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. These programs introduce students to various career pathways starting in elementary and middle school. They highlighted the C...

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The "Thrivin’ at the Beach" podcast episode features Laura Crowther, CEO of the Coastal Carolinas Association of Realtors, discussing the state of the real estate market in Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand. Crowther highlights the challenges of a 40-year housing deficit, the impact of inflation on home prices and interest rates, and the need for workforce housing. She emphasizes the importance of...

Jimmy Gray and Peggy Masterson discussed initiatives and projects to drive prosperity in the Grand Strand community. They emphasized the importance of collective efforts at local, state, and federal levels to drive long-term prosperity. Jimmy highlighted the crucial role of the penny sales tax in maintaining infrastructure and addressing future workforce needs. Peggy inquired about potential conce...

Jason Greene, Executive CEO of the Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance, discusses the organization's mission to revitalize downtown Myrtle Beach through creative placemaking. The Alliance focuses on events, design guidelines, activating vacant spaces, and promoting community input. Committees engage local stakeholders on planning, safety, marketing, and events. Current priorities include architectural...

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The "Thrivin at the Beach" podcast, hosted by Peggy Masterson, highlights the economic growth and initiatives in Myrtle Beach and Horry County. Sandy Davis, President and CEO of the Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development Corporation, discusses the organization's role in diversifying the economy beyond tourism, focusing on recruiting and retaining industries with 35 employees or more and a $2.5...

The "Thriving at the Beach" podcast, hosted by Peggy Masterson, aims to share updates and stories from the Grand Strand community, featuring partners like the city of Myrtle Beach and various alliances. The podcast team includes BJ Beaver and Sarah Dahlstrom, who focus on workforce development and small business retention, respectively. Frankie Colon serves as the producer and editor, ensuring hig...