GDC Home Spotlight
Jul 22, 2019
Walking into any GDC Home, it’s easy to see why this ‘home décor emporium’ has functioned as a local staple in the Lowcountry for so long. With complimentary in-store services, home inspiration as far as the eye can see, and even a completely off the electric grid flagship… Read More
Love Local this Valentine's Day
Feb 8, 2019
The sweetest holiday of the year is fast approaching! As you go to splurge on something sweet or sparkly for your loved one or best friend – go LOCAL! For every dollar spent with a local business, 45% stays in the Lowcountry – as compared to only 14%… Read More
From NYC to CHS – Why We Went Local For Rhapsody CrossFit
Jan 15, 2019
By Trinity Wheeler, Co-Owner of Rhapsody CrossFit About 30 people move to Charleston every day. When this number bubbles up, it’s usually met with an eye-roll and scoff about soul-crushing traffic and crumbling infrastructure. I get it. Charleston has something special worth protecting; whether it’s the charm, character… Read More
Top Takeaways and Priorities from the 2018 Member Survey
Jan 2, 2019
At Lowcountry Local First, we believe ownership matters and relationships matter. That’s why we work with businesses, community members, and policymakers to build support for local, independent businesses. We make sure you know which businesses are Certified Local and meet our criteria for a local-independent business through our… Read More
Guest Blog: Tax Tips by Accountfully
Feb 6, 2018
About guest blogger, Accountfully: Accountfully is an outsourced accounting firm that works with modern brands and businesses. We do more than the day-to-day work of professional accountants and bookkeepers. We also serve as a long-term strategic partner to help our clients navigate complex financial challenges and opportunities. We’re… Read More
A Positive Outlook for Homegrown Businesses: 2017 Member Survey
Jan 25, 2018
At Lowcountry Local First, we believe ownership matters and relationships matter. That’s why we work with businesses, community members, and policymakers to build support for local, independent businesses. We make sure you know which businesses are Certified Local and meet our criteria for a local-independent business through our… Read More
Neighborhood Captain Spotlight: Emily Mosh
Nov 17, 2017
The role of Lowcountry Local First’s Neighborhood Captains is to be a leader and a connector of local businesses, farmers, non-profit organizations and individuals in the neighborhood where their business is located. They are the “feet on the ground” in terms of the local movement and a peer… Read More
Join the Movement: 2017 Membership Drive
Oct 5, 2017
We are movement builders. We are advocates of local-independent businesses. We are Localists. Most importantly, we’re your neighbors. And just like you, we love it here. Join the movement as a business or Localist individual between October 11 and December 13, 2017, and you could win some… Read More
GoodBiz 2017 Sponsor Spotlight: South State Bank
Sep 18, 2017
South State Bank is a $14 billion asset bank providing best-in-class financial products and services, delivered with the personalized consideration that you get from being a community bank. Charleston is the home of the bank’s support center, 20 full service branches, 15 mortgage lenders, 11 commercial bankers, and 7 wealth professionals… Read More
GoodBiz 2017 Sponsor Spotlight: The Urban Electric Co.
Sep 15, 2017
Dave Dawson and his wife started The Urban Electric Company nearly 15 years ago in a tiny workshop on Romney Street in downtown Charleston. The purpose – then and now – is to create custom, made-to-order American-made lighting fixtures for interior designers and architects. Their designs are based firmly in the… Read More