Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Marie C. Boyd
Age: 36
Occupation: Assistant
professor at the University
Meet this of South Carolina School of
Law
years class Family: Husband, Jaime
Harrison; son, William;
of 20 rising parents, Harvey and Sher-
ryl; and brother, Nathan
professional Education: Harvard, A.B.
in chemistry; Yale Law
stars INSIDE
School, J.D.
Community and profes-
sional highlights: On the
hey come from all walks PAGE 3 board of directors of South
T
Robert Davis
of life, and they serve Carolina Humanities; pre-
others in a multitude of PAGE 4 viously on the board of
ways. Meghan Hickman directors of the Palmetto
Emily Long
The twenty members of our 20 Health Foundation and the
under 40 for 2017 are educators, PAGE 5 South Carolina HIV/AIDS
lawyers, bankers, public servants Trevor A. Knox Council; vice chair of the
and the owners of small busi- PAGE 6 Academic Programs Com-
nesses. They love living in the Amanda W. Koehler mittee of the Food and
Midlands, and strive to make our PAGE 7 Drug Law Institute; her
community even better. Marshall Minton arts and crafts have been
Each year, The State Media Co. featured on several web-
PAGE 8 TRACY GLANTZ tglantz@thestate.com
recognizes 20 people under the Chad Dowdy sites, including Elle Decor,
age of 40 who are making a dif- Camillia Powell Huffington Post and Buzz- left the program knowing world from a new and
ference in our community. The Feed. that I wanted to go to law kinder perspective.
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class was selected last fall by Ginny Haynes I like living in the Mid- school. As a summer asso- The best advice I re-
staffers at The State from more lands because: At the Uni- ciate at a Washington, ceived from a mentor: My
than 70 nominations submitted by PAGE 10 versity of South Carolina D.C., law firm I volun- parents unspoken example
Dr. Aubrey L. Sejuit
readers. The 20 will be honored Marquis Solomon
School of Law, I have teered to work on an as- of how they are living their
this week at a reception at the found engaged students signment in food and drug lives has been more pow-
Capital City Club. PAGE 11 and a strong community of law, an area of the law that erful than any spoken
Members of the class are fea- Raven Gambrell
scholars and teachers. I I had had no exposure to advice I have received.
tured throughout this special PAGE 12 also have had the opportu- previously. Learning about They have shown me
section. I believe you will be Akil E. Ross Sr. nity to serve several organ- how the Food and Drug through their example the
touched by the challenges several Michael H. Weaver izations that are doing Administration regulates power of family, educa-
of them overcame to become PAGE 13 great work to improve and new drugs sparked my tion, community, service
leaders at work, in local agencies, Micah Kurtz enrich the quality of life of interest in food and drug and perseverance.
and in their communities. You PAGE 14 all South Carolinians. law and led to me to return Why is it important for
will be impressed by each per- Chappell Wilson My life changed when: to the firm as an associate you to give back to the
sons commitment to serving Tanya T. Wilson My life changed when I did in the firms food and drug community?: Service to
co-workers, customers, the less PAGE 15 the Kaiser Family Founda- law practice group. Al- others is my way of saying
fortunate among us, and many Kayla Gupton tions Barbara Jordan Con- though I no longer prac- thank you. The educational
others. PAGE 16
gressional Scholars Pro- tice, food and drug law is a opportunities that I have
They are impressive people who Ralph Laffitte gram. Prior to my partici- central focus of my teach- had throughout my life have
will help lead our community for pation in that program, I ing and scholarship today. opened many doors for me
years to come. I think youll agree had thought that I wanted It impacts our lives in of- and I want others to have
Columbia and the Midlands are in Bios compiled by:
to be a physician, and I had ten-unseen ways. access to similar opportuni-
good hands. spent several summers My life further changed ties. While living in Colum-
Paul Osmundson
Were honored to recognize working in biology and when I met my husband, bia, my community service
them. Photographs by: biotechnology labs. The Jaime. He is one of my efforts have centered on
PAUL OSMUNDSON, Tracy Glantz and program gave me the op- biggest champions and improving the health of
ASSOCIATE EDITOR Tim Dominick portunity to intern for a fabulous father to our son, others and working to en-
United States Senate com- William. I would not be sure that all communities
mittee and meet profes- where I am today without have the opportunity to
sionals working on a varie- Jaimes support. William engage with and benefit
ty of health policy issues. I has helped me see the from the humanities.
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tary, Midlands Interna- ch, but when I met my ing small does not serve missed patch of grass and stroking his chin in faux fixed my mistake that he
tional Trade Association. wife. Before I met her, I the world. There is noth- proceed to put on quite confusion until I realized would crack a knowing
I like living in the Mid- was apathetic to the world ing enlightened about the show. Measuring the what I had done. It wasnt grin and tell me to focus
lands because: When I around me. I was the one shrinking so that other grass with his finger and until I came back and on my work.
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Meghan Hickman
Age: 32 being anywhere else right bia Regional Business Re- ties Columbia has created
Occupation: Partner and now, and Im so proud of port, 2014 Influential Wo- for us ever since.
chief operating officer of the journey that brought me men in Business. The best advice I re-
Sagacious Partners, a South here, including: Strata- I like living in the Mid- ceived from a mentor: The
Carolina-based consulting comm, a Fleishman-Hillard lands because: I truly be- ever-quotable John Lump-
firm, and executive director Company, senior account lieve that this region is on kin once told me that every
for Sagacious Partners executive; Office of Sen. the cusp of growth and day we get the choice to do
longest-standing client, Lindsey Graham, press change like weve never right things or do things
EngenuitySC. secretary; Lindsey Graham seen. Theres momentum right. Its a subtle, but sub-
Family: Husband, Wes for Senate, deputy finance building from leaders who stantial, difference - a com-
Hickman director; Girl Scouts of know we can do better and pass I turn to often.
Education: USC Honors South Carolina Mountains next-gen believers commit- What is the mission of
College, Bachelor of Arts in to Midlands board member; ted to making it happen. We EngenuitySC?: EngenuitySC
Public Relations Greater Columbia Chamber have an opportunity to dis- is an economic develop-
Community and profes- of Commerce board mem- rupt what has been and ment non-profit focused on
sional highlights: Serving as ber; USC School of Journal- shape what can be, and the enhancing the Midlands
the executive director of ism and Mass Communi- timing is perfect for folks competitiveness and pros-
EngenuitySC is the greatest cations, 2016 Outstanding like me to have real impact. perity. Our sweet spot is
job I never knew I wanted. Young Alumni Award; My life changed when: managing regional collab-
Every day I get to work with Charlotte Business Journal My husband took a job at orations between business,
ridiculously talented people, Energy Inc. Summit, 2015 my alma mater, USC, and government, education and
a visionary board and col- Emerging Leader Award; gave me a great excuse to community leaders that will
laborative leaders focused Columbia Business Month- come back home to S.C. ultimately make the Mid-
on shaping the future of the ly, 2014, 2015 50 Most Our lives have been forever lands more competitive and
Midlands. I cant imagine Influential People; Colum- changed by the opportuni- prosperous.
TRACY GLANTZ tglantz@thestate.com
Emily Long
Age: 39 which was to raise enough years. My fianc passed through these interrup-
Occupation: Director of money to buy additional away in February 2012. I tions. I certainly have a
Handshakes and Hugs, Down- 3-D digital mammography needed to hit pause on my different perspective on
town Church. A good part of units for the Breast Center life, so after much prayerful life. It is what it is.
my week is focused on sermon at Baptist. But what made thought, I decided to take a The best advice I re-
research, but I spend the ma- me the most proud was the leap of faith and leave my ceived from a mentor:
jority of my time on congrega- number of participants - fast- paced, high-paying job Some things are up to us,
tional and community care. over 7,000 - who showed so I could have some time and some things are not up
Family: Supportive parents, up that morning. for myself. I rested. I trav- to us. Epictetus. Over
two brothers who I also call I like living in the Mid- eled to Ethiopia. I re- the years, this stoic philos-
friends, their wives that are lands because: With the charged. And ultimately ophers words have helped
more like my sisters, four exception of the extreme that leap of faith led me to me determine when I need
nephews and a niece. summer heat, theres a lot working at my church. Life to rely on my faith and
Education: Wofford College, to love: the locally owned certainly doesnt always go when to push myself a
B.A. in Finance restaurants and bars, bou- the way you script it. And little harder.
Community and profession- tique shopping, City Roots good thing I learned that Whats the most impor-
al highlights: Of all my proud Farm to Table, Soda City, lesson because two years tant lesson you learned on
moments, the one that ranks Riverbanks Zoo, the Game- later, at the age of 36, I was your mission trips to Eth-
at the top was when Palmetto cocks. I was born and raised diagnosed with breast can- iopia?: The art of negotiat-
Health Foundation asked me in Columbia, so the Mid- cer. Needless to say that ing. Everything is nego-
to be the Featured Breast lands will always be home wasnt part of my plan, tiable in Ethiopia. Cab
Cancer Survivor and to chair to me. either. But, somehow Ive fares. Food. Lodging. Mer-
its 2016 Walk for Life and My life changed when: found a way to put one foot chandise. I have a hard
Famously Hot Pink Half Mara- Ive had a couple of in- in front of the other. Ad- time paying full price for
thon. There is the obvious convenient interruptions in mittedly, Ive surprised even anything without at least
TIM DOMINICK
tdominick@thestate.com pride of meeting our goal, my life over the last several myself as I've worked trying to negotiate.
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Trevor A. Knox
Age: 33 Board; serving the em- the value of listening and care. I am thankful for and
Occupation: Vice presi- ployees of Terminix Serv- understanding others first. love my dad.
dent of sales and market- ice Inc. That people want to be You organized F3 Fri-
ing for Terminix Service I like living in the Mid- seen, heard and under- days. What is that pro-
Inc. lands because: I like living stood, and people dont gram and what are its
Family: Parents, Cathy in the Midlands because it care until they know how benefits?: Too many kids
and Lex Knox; siblings, is home. It gives me the much you care about find themselves abused
Alex, Ashley, Tristan opportunity and the peo- them. My life changes and neglected by adults
(brother-in-law); nieces, ple to discover who I am every day when I take and ultimately going
Rosie and Junie and live up to a legacy that time to first start with through foster care. The
Education: Hammond has been built before me. God, then challenge my- challenge is to find a good
School 2001, Bachelor of Through my family, the self to serve others. home that results in the
Science in Management, employees of Terminix The best advice I re- kids experiencing personal
University of South Car- Service, the men of F3, the ceived from a mentor: growth and regaining trust
olina; Master of Business kids of Palmetto Place or Control your emotions. in adults. Fortunately,
Administration, USC the leadership at the Unit- Its not your aptitude but Palmetto Place is such a
Community and profes- ed Way of the Midlands, I your attitude that deter- place. The mission of F3 is
sional highlights: Lead- have been surrounded by mines your altitude. The to plant, grow and serve
ership SC; Palmetto Place community that has given most successful people do small workout groups for
Childrens Shelter, Capital me plenty of opportunity things that they dont have the invigoration of male
Campaign and Board of to serve others. to do. Your minimum community leadership.
Directors; Education My life changed when: performance is the maxi- The result was a weekly TRACY GLANTZ tglantz@thestate.com
Council and Young Leader My life changed when I mum you can expect from Friday afternoon light
Society of the United Way learned that the story is others. People dont care workout" with the kids of ended with games of tag, being dads to displaced
of the Midlands; Moore not about me. My life how much you know until Palmetto Place and the laughter and fun. The kids, and allowing the kids
School Young Alumni changed when I realized they know how much you men of F3 that mostly benefits were grown men to be loved and find trust.
Trevor,
Congratulations!
We salute your leadership, enthusiasm and
passionate commitment to care for those around
you. Your recognition as one of The States 20
Under 40 is well deserved.
Amanda W. Koehler
Age: 36 endeavors to show the out my career have provid- Midlands has a quality
Occupation: Chief fi- gratitude for all the people ed an example of how to place to live. Growth in the
nancial officer/CPA at who have put their trust be honest and hardwork- Midlands can push up
Turner Padget Graham and confidence in me. ing. Those experiences apartment and home pric-
and Laney PA I like living in the Mid- shaped the values I try to ing outside of affordable
Family: Husband, Billy lands because: Any place is exhibit today. ranges for many people
Koehler; son, Henry Koeh- only as good as its people, The best advice I re- who make our city run. The
ler, 3. and the Midlands is a com- ceived from a mentor: program seeks to provide
Education: B.S. in Busi- munity of great people. My Everyone deserves your financing to create affor-
ness Administration from friends and family are respect. When I moved to dable housing to qualified,
the University of South here, and I love seeing our Columbia and began work- hard-working individuals
Carolina and Masters of neighbors strive to improve ing with Governor Hodges, and families. Throughout
Accountancy from the and grow our area. Every- my dad told me to always my life, I have been blessed
University of South Car- one is doing so much that treat the person sweeping with more helping hands
olina it pushes you to also have a the floors with the same and assistance than I can
Community and profes- positive impact. respect you do the gover- possibly count or repay and
sional highlights: Profes- My life changed when: I nor. would love to give back to
sional and community started working. Mobley What do you try to ac- make sure others have the
highlights for me have Drug Store in Lancaster complish through your same opportunities. It is
been being promoted by was the first of several work with the Midlands about paying it forward to
individuals I respect and places where God gave me Housing Trust Fund? I show respect to the leaders
feeling the confidence they the opportunity to work would like to assist in pro- who helped me and helping
have in me. I hope to work with great mentors. These viding affordable housing future leaders have what
hard enough in all my people I have met through- so that everyone in the they need.
TIM DOMINICK tdominick@thestate.com
Marshall Minton
Age: 31 Transactions Group. League and Chair of the with God and the power
Occupation: Tax, estate Member of the Richland Public Affairs Team. and wonder of prayer. I
planning, and business County Bar Association, Member of the Leadership was frustrated that I had
transactions attorney at South Carolina Women Columbia Class of 2013 made the grades and got
Turner Padget Graham & Lawyers Association, Co- and serves as chair-elect the degrees, but was con-
Laney lumbia Estate Planning of the Leadership Colum- stantly being rejected
Family: Husband, Zach Council, Columbia Tax bia Advisory Board. when it came to actually
Minton; parents, Dick Study Group, Elder Law I like living in the Mid- getting a job. But a family
Tinsley and Roxanna Committee, and member lands because: There are friend urged me to attend
Tinsley. of the Probate Council of so many opportunities for their church. The church
Education: Bachelors in the South Carolina Bar. everyone in our communi- service I attended moved
Financial Management Former Girls on the Run ty. Whether it is the sup- me back to that relation-
from Clemson University; Coach, and reading tutor port that our community ship with God.
law degree from the USC with the Midlands Read- provides to those that are The best advice I re-
School of Law and Mas- ing Consortium through down on their luck, or the ceived from a mentor: To
ters in Taxation from the the United Way. Current- thriving arts community be balanced. This came
University of Florida. ly, serves as chair of the that provides an outlet for from my mother. She
Community and profes- Junior Achievement of those to express them- always taught me that the
sional highlights: Ad- Greater South Carolina selves artistically. most important thing a
mitted to the Bar in No- Young Professionals Aux- My life changed when: I person can have is balance
TRACY GLANTZ tglantz@thestate.com
vember 2010. Former iliary and also serves as a experienced a brief period in their life.
counsel for litigation at Junior Achievement vol- of unemployment after What is Elder Law mote the awareness of term care, Medicaid and
the S.C. Department of unteer in the classroom. graduating from tax month, and why is it im- elder law. As we age, there Medicare planning, Social
Revenue. Joined Turner Vice chair of the Midlands school and trying to find portant? The South Car- are a whole new set of Security, estate planning,
Padget in 2014 as an asso- Cinderella Project. Active my first legal job. During olina Bar has several activ- issues we must face. health care directives and
ciate for the Business member of the Junior that time, I reconnected ities during May to pro- These issues include long- nursing home care.
Congratulations
to Amanda Koehler and
Marshall Minton
on their selection as Midlands young leaders in
The States 20 Under 40
At Turner Padget, we dont just practice law.
We practice law in South Carolina.
We know South Carolina from the Lowcountry to the Upstate, and all stops in between.
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Chad Dowdy
Age: 35 Boys and Girls Club of the I love living here because The best advice I re-
Occupation: Managing Midlands board member, the Midlands embodies ceived from a mentor:
director/wealth manage- 2009-present; Million these same values, while The best day to plant a
ment advisor, Northwest- Dollar Round Table (in- also having opportunities tree was 20 years ago. The
ern Mutual-Columbia dustry production achieve- that are unique to a cap- second best time is now.
Family: Married to Lau- ment), 2009-present ital city. The lasting Charlton Griner, refer-
ren K. Dowdy; children: From his nomination: relationships my family encing a Chinese proverb
Charlie, 3, and Kate, 1 His professional success is has built here with our You volunteer with sev-
Education: Bachelor of matched by his desire to friends, clients and col- eral local organizations.
Science from the Uni- enrich the community, leagues allow us to see Why is that important?: I
versity of South Carolina, build the careers of those these values lived out in have lived in Columbia for
2004; CFP, CLU, ChFC he employs and develop our day-to-day life. the past 15 years and it
Community and profes- our Midlands community My life changed when: continues to grow and
sional highlights: Top to its potential. The day I met Lauren become better each year. I
intern, 2003 Time maga- I like living in the Mid- King. Lauren has be- believe that you are where
zine feature; Leadership lands because: I grew up come my wife, the moth- you are, because of where
Columbia Class of 2006; in Barnwell, and I appre- er of my children, and you are. So, I work every
appointed youngest man- ciate the small town values my business partner. I day to make sure that I
aging director with North- of community, faith and am truly blessed to have leave this community
western Mutual, 2007; family that I was raised on. her. better than I found it.
TRACY GLANTZ tglantz@thestate.com
me is when former stu- allows for great opportuni- difference you want to teamwork, respect, sup- French terminology, writ- portunities I am also
dents take time to come ties. make, by Jane Goodall. I port and hard work while ing and communication. teaching passion, dedica-
back and see me. For my My life changed when: I have two sons so I want to also teaching history, Through all of these op- tion and determination.
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10D ...........................................................................................................THE STATE SUNDAY MARCH 19 2017
Marquis Solomon
Age: 35 professor, Rowan-Cabar- identity. outcome if we didnt put
Occupation: Deputy fire rus Community College; My life changed when: in great work.
chief, West Columbia Fire Willie Warren Award I finally realized that What is the publics
Department; adjunct pro- Recipient; International most of lifes challenges biggest misperception
fessor, Benedict College Association of Fire can be defeated. Often, it about firefighters?: Of-
Education: Bachelor of Chiefs; Board Member, requires us to venture ten, people believe we sit
Science, Business Manage- 9/11 Silent Walk; S.C. into an area of discom- around the fire station all
ment, Liberty University; Black Pages Top 20 Un- fort; however, God em- day and wait on fires to
Master of Art, Manage- der 40, 2016. powers us to function occur. The modern role
ment and Leadership, I like living in the well above our perceived of a firefighter has
Liberty University; Master Midlands because: After limits. evolved into a multi-
of Public Administration, moving away for a mo- The best advice I re- faceted position. Most of
UNC-Chapel Hill, 2019 ment, I realized how ceived from a mentor: I us are trained as EMTs,
Community and profes- much potential the Mid- was once told as a teen- paramedics, rescue spe-
sional highlights: Exec- lands has and how we ager by one of my men- cialists, hazardous mate-
utive board member, Fi- have a great mix of ur- tors not to let my past rials technicians, and the
nance & Audit Chair, S.C. ban sophistication and define me. Another men- list goes on. If you dial
Firefighters Association; suburban, southern tor always used the old 911, most often you will
past president, Columbia charm. There are very computer programming see a fire truck because
Firefighters Association; few places where you can phrase Garbage in, gar- of the expansive skill set
presenter, S.C. Fire-Res- experience that combina- bage out; he simply told of the modern day fire-
TIM DOMINICK tdominick@thestate.com
cue, 2015; former adjunct tion without losing your us not to expect a great fighter.
SUNDAY MARCH 19 2017 THE STATE ..................................................................................................... 11D
One hundred and HDR. A century of pushing the boundaries of whats possible. A legacy of bringing innovative solutions
to every projectno matter the challenge. A future of collaborating and creating the only way we know how. Together.
Congratulations Raven Gambrell, PE, for being named Top 20 Under 40.
You help us build strong communities through your professional project
management and your personal, non-profit outreach. On behalf of HDR
and the Richland Penny program team, were excited to see where youll
take us next!
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12D ...........................................................................................................THE STATE SUNDAY MARCH 19 2017
Michael H. Weaver
Age: 39 managing shareholder of me. Although at the time I Why do you volunteer with
Occupation: Attorney McNair Law Firms Columbia did not realize she had never the United Way?: Notwith-
Family: Wife, Heather; office. even heard of the country standing all of the good
sons, Brayden and Brooks I like living in the Midlands music duo, we danced to- things that are happening and
Education: Bachelor of because: In addition to all of gether at that concert and will continue to happen in the
Science in Business Adminis- the great schools, culture, have been dancing through Midlands, some of our citi-
tration from the University of sports and outdoor adven- life together ever since. The zens struggle to make ends
North Carolina at Chapel tures that are here to enjoy, I second one was in 2005 meet. There are children in
Hill; Juris Doctorate from the love living in the Midlands when my wife told me I was our community who slept in a
University of South Carolina because it is and remains going to be a dad. I am car last night because they
School of Law undeniably Southern. We blessed to now be the father have no home to go to. There
Community and profes- take the time to get to know of two boys. The third life- are adults working two and
sional highlights: Columbia our neighbors by name and changing event for me was sometimes three part-time
Chamber of Commerce treat strangers as if we did when my mother passed jobs trying to make ends meet
board; Midlands Business not know the meaning of the away in 2009. Her passing but never get ahead. These
Leadership Group board; term. has been and continues to be are just some of the challeng-
South Carolina Bankruptcy My life changed when: Like a constant reminder to thank es that people in the Midlands
Law Association board; Unit- each of us, there have been God for each day that I have encounter every day.
ed Way of the Midlands Cer- several events in my life that, on this Earth and to make I am not able to respond
tification Committee chair; looking back, I could describe the very most of it. directly or help each person
Lexington County Republican as life-changing. The first one The best advice I received in need in our community but
Party executive committee- occurred in 1995 when I was from a mentor: If a judge I volunteer and contribute to
man; Leadership Columbia 17 years old and asked a cute rules in your favor, leave the the United Way of the Mid-
2011; Leadership South Car- neighbor and high school courtroom. Things can only lands because I believe it is in
olina 2017; St. Stephens classmate if she would go to a get worse if you stick the best position to help those
TRACY GLANTZ tglantz@thestate.com Lutheran Church member; Brooks & Dunn concert with around! who need it the most.
SUNDAY MARCH 19 2017 THE STATE ..................................................................................................... 13D
Micah Kurtz
Occupation: Director of Award. Kurtz created realized the potential chase your dreams; do all
strength and conditioning Falcon Family Bootcamps impact my position can these things at the same
Family: Father, Richard; and Future Athlete Speed have on young people. time!" -Lucas Kurtz
mother, Jocelyn; sister, & Strength Camps, which Billy Graham said, "One "No one cares how
Lydia; brothers, Lucas and have created a schoolwide coach will impact more much you know until they
Bryan. culture of vitality and people in a year than most know how much you
Education: Bachelors of fitness that includes not do in a lifetime." When I care." -Bryan Meagher
Science, the State Uni- only students, but also the grasped the magnitude of How crucial is physical
versity of New York at faculty, staff, parents and this quote, I became a fitness for high school
Cortland; Masters of community. In 2016, much better coach for my students?:
Science, USC. Kurtz was named the students and athletes. I Strength, conditioning,
Community and profes- National Strength and want to have a 100 per- fitness and life-long
sional highlights: A.C. Conditioning Associ- cent positive impact on health is becoming more
Flora High School has won ations National Coach of my students and everyone and more important in
12 state championships in the Year and was also I come into contact with in everyday life and should
the last six years. A.C. named the South Carolina the school and communi- be a focal point of empha-
Flora athletes have won 15 Strength and Conditioning ty. I emphatically believe sis in all of our schools.
individual state champion- Coach of the Year in both that high school strength There is absolutely no
ships including eight in- 2013 and 2014. coaches have the potential reason that a child should
dividual state speed and I like living in the Mid- to make the biggest im- graduate high school
strength meet titles in the lands because: The people pact on their students and without having knowledge
last four years. A.C Flora and the community! The athletes. of how to perform funda-
has been awarded the A.C. Flora community has The best advice I re- mental movement pat-
NSCA Strength of Amer- become like a second ceived from a mentor: terns and an understand- TRACY GLANTZ tglantz@thestate.com
ica Award and the Lets family to me. "Never be satisfied but ing of different fitness of physical fitness and the essential to their ability to
Move Active Schools Na- My life changed when: appreciate what you have; programs. Arming stu- tools to be physically fit is thrive in life both physical-
tional Healthy School My life changed when I live in the moment but dents with an appreciation more than crucial, it is ly and mentally.
Tanya T. Wilson
Age: 39 Alpha Kappa Alphas chair for the S.C. Speech say I didnt complete
Occupation: Speech- Omega Gamma Omega Hearing Language Associ- what I started because I
language pathologist; chapter. ation; member Kappa was tired? God trusted
adjunct clinical supervisor Owner of Play on Delta Pi International me with this precious gift
Family: Son, Tyreek Words, LLC; appointed by Honor Society National so I must do everything in
Education: Doctorate Governor Nikki Haley to Membership Committee my power to ensure he has
degree in Speech Patholo- the S.C. Board of Exam- I like living in the Mid- everything he needs to be
gy from Nova Southeast- iners in Speech Pathology lands because: It offers a the best he can be.
ern University; Bachelors and Audiology for the big city feel without the The best advice I re-
and Masters degrees in Labor, Licensing, and big city price tag. ceived from a mentor: If
Speech Pathology from Regulation Board; vice My life changed when: she can do it, why cant
South Carolina State Uni- chairperson of S.C. Board God blessed me with the you? If he can do it, why
versity of Examiners in Speech ultimate gift, my son. As cant you?
Community and profes- Pathology and Audiology Tyreeks mother, I under- What are the rewards of
sional highlights: Sign for the Labor, Licensing, stand firsthand what working with special
Language Interpreter at and Regulation Board; Gods grace and favor can needs children?: I receive
Bible Way Church of member of Phi Gamma do in your life. Hes my a sense of fulfillment each
Atlas Road; volunteer Sigma International Pro- motivation, my heartbeat, time I provide therapy.
with Teenage Pregnancy fessional Honor Society and that ray of sunshine Will this be the day he
Support Ministry at Bible and Kappa Delta Pi In- on the dark days that speaks for the first time?
Way Church of Atlas ternational Honor Society. sometimes cloud my life. Will this be the day she
Road; member of Clem- Previous positons: Vice Ty has given me confi- pronounces her name TRACY GLANTZ tglantz@thestate.com
son Universitys Parent president of education and dence and the strength to correctly so her classmates
Council; wish granter with information, In Touch; do things I never would dont tease her for the way mother because of what I childs life and supporting
Make-A-Wish Founda- editor, convention co- have otherwise done. How she speaks? Will this child contribute? Having the the accomplishment of a
tion; charter member of chair and silent auction can I look at my son and say I love you to his opportunity to impact a goal is priceless.
SUNDAY MARCH 19 2017 THE STATE ..................................................................................................... 15D
Congratulations Kayla!
Congratulations to all
For being recognized as
the 20 under 40!
one of the Midlands top 20
young professionals for 2017.
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