Executive Director, Megan Pruitt

Aiken Corporation Podcast

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Welcome to the Aiken Corporation Podcast—where ideas, innovation, and community come together to shape the future of Aiken. Hosted by Executive Director Megan Pruitt, this podcast explores the people, projects, and partnerships driving economic development and revitalization across our region. Through conversations with local leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover the stories behind progress—and what it takes to move a community forward. From downtown development and workforce innovation to public-private partnerships and emerging opportunities, each episode offers insight into h...

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Executive Director, Megan Pruitt

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The Role of the Aiken Chamber of Commerce in Shaping Aiken’s Future With Jim Tunison| 07.05.2026 30:52

In this episode of the Aiken Corporation Podcast, Megan Pruitt sits down with Jim Tunison, President & CEO of the Aiken Chamber of Commerce, to discuss the momentum driving Aiken’s growth and the partnerships helping shape its future. Jim shares his unique path from baseball to chamber leadership, the Chamber’s mission to support over 900 local businesses, and why collaboration is critical to...

Inside Aiken’s Growth: A Conversation with City Manager Stuart Bedenbaugh 31.03.2026 37:27

In this episode of the Aiken Corporation Podcast, Megan Pruitt sits down with Aiken City Manager Stuart Bedenbaugh for an inside look at how the city operates—and how Aiken is navigating a period of rapid growth. Stuart shares his journey into public service and breaks down the role of a city manager, offering insight into how day-to-day decisions, infrastructure investments, and long-term plannin...

State-Level Impact: From Local Vision to State Support — Aiken’s Momentum with Rep. Charlie Hartz 02.03.2026 26:58

How do decisions made in Columbia directly impact the future of Aiken? In this episode of The Aiken Corporation Podcast , Executive Director Megan Pruitt sits down with South Carolina State Representative Charlie Hartz for a conversation about leadership, policy, and the alignment between local vision and state-level action. As both a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives and a Boa...