LowCountry Influentials

Lowcountry Influentials is a distinctive project celebrating the dynamic, yet often overlooked heroes across Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, Summerville, North Charleston, and neighboring regions. Our project illuminates these exceptional individuals through mesmerizing portraits and compelling stories, paying homage to those who leave an indelible mark on the fabric of the Lowcountry community. We shine a light on the changemakers, visionaries, and trailblazers — each person a vital thread in the rich tapestry of our community, embodying the unique spirit and resilience of the Lowcountry. This is more than just a tribute; it's an evolving chronicle of our people, our triumphs, our challenges, and our collective journey in this remarkable part of the world."

Jonathan "Mookie" Morant

Jonathan "Mookie" Morant

I had the great pleasure to have a conversation with Jonathan “Mookie” Morant, a renowned musician and producer, who worked with the likes of the Backstreet Boys and Will Smith, among many others. Here he shares his…

Earl Bridges

Earl Bridges

Paolo: Earl Bridges, thank you so much for being here today at Lowcountry Influentials. In your bio notes there's an interesting word you used: philanthropologist. Can you tell us what it means and why you created it?

Paula "Pixie" Dezzutti

Paula "Pixie" Dezzutti

Pixie is part of a very exclusive group of entrepreneurs: less than %1 of distilleries worldwide are owned and operated by women.

Boyd Stough

Boyd Stough

Boyd Stough is one of a kind. Talk to him and you will be treated to a depth of knowledge that you rarely find. While others might start talking about strategies and business jargon, Boyd has a more philosophical view…

Augustine "Gus" Olalere

Augustine "Gus" Olalere

I met Gus at the Harbour Club, as part of our breakfast group, a relaxed gathering of people on Friday mornings. I joined the group after the opening of the new club site on June 15th, 2020. At that time we were…