18 leaders from the Charleston Metro Chamber membership have been recognized among SCBIZ’s 2026 Top 100 Women, a statewide honor celebrating exceptional professional achievement, leadership and community impact.
This recognition reflects the strength and influence of women across our region who are not only driving business success but also shaping the future of our communities through mentorship, service and innovation. With the launch of SCBIZ as a unified statewide platform, the Top 100 Women distinction brings together leaders from across South Carolina into one prestigious list, elevating the visibility and impact of those making a difference.
We are proud to see Chamber members represented so strongly among this year’s honorees. Their leadership continues to advance our region’s economic vitality and reinforces the role of diverse perspectives in building a competitive, forward-looking business community.
Join us in celebrating these accomplished leaders:
| Name | Organization |
|---|---|
| Jennifer Baez | BEHKO Construction |
| Dawn A. Boren | The Boeing Company |
| Kimberley D. Brown | South Carolina Community Loan Fund |
| Susan Burke | Trident Construction LLC |
| Avonlea Denney | Rodgers Builders |
| Kathleen Herrmann | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre |
| Rebecca Hudson | Charleston Parks Conservancy |
| Taylor Jackson | Maritime Association of South Carolina |
| Kristen Lanier | Terracon |
| Jennifer Maxwell | Raines |
| Caroline McDavid | Juiced Fuel |
| Tiffany Payne | Moore & Van Allen PLLC |
| Christie Rainwater | City of Hanahan/Carolina One Real Estate |
| Keonta’ Ramsey | CLIMB Fund |
| Dawn Robinson | Pinnacle Financial Partners |
| Amanda Sapp | We Are Sharing Hope SC |
| Leslie Skardon | Sustain SC |
| Whitney Whitlock | WeThrive HR Solutions LLC |