About

Through ExecConnect, Hanna is involved with many organizations in the area. She is committed to connecting professionals to these organizations, ultimately supporting the initiative of giving back to the community and the state. Hanna believes in the importance of building up the community and strives to make a difference, hoping that those who live here will love and care about it as much as she does. She hopes to see ExecConnect make an impact throughout South Carolina!

Hanna currently resides in West Ashley with her husband, Morris, who owns a local construction company, their daughter, Layla, and their playful Boykin Spaniel, Cash, the state dog of South Carolina. Hanna is an avid food enthusiast who loves the vibrant and diverse food scene in Charleston, appreciating how the city’s culinary diversity reflects the growing diversity of Charleston itself. She also enjoys cooking and hosting her own gatherings for friends and family. Additionally, Hanna loves interior design and helping others make their homes feel like them. Hanna and her family seek out opportunities to travel, go to the beach, and explore everything Charleston has to offer.

She holds a degree in biology and business from Wofford College and a master’s degree in health administration from the Medical University of South Carolina. Hanna is loving raising a family in Charleston, continuing to contribute to the city’s growth and well-being!

Scott joins the team after more than 40 years of experience working in radio, television, politics, public relations and teaching. Most recently, Scott taught business communications and English in Berlin, Germany for three years. However, Most of Scott’s professional experience has been in public relations for a number of Fortune 500 companies ranging from Ford Motor Company to MGM Resorts International and Scana Corporation which owned the former South Carolina Electric & Gas (SCE&G).

Along with his public relations experience, Scott Grigg worked as a freelance media trainer for over 20 years with Bock and Associates, Inc., a Detroit, Michigan area firm which trained high-ranking executives in crisis communications and had his own reputation marketing firm. Scott also worked in Detroit television as a science reporter and weekend meteorologist, winning an Emmy for science reporting. In addition, he also served as a spokesman for a former governor of Michigan and was a spokesman in Michigan for a former successful presidential candidate.

Scott has three daughters, all in their twenties and thirties, and two grandchildren. He lives in James Island and when he’s not working for ExecConnect, he can be found giving historical tours of Charleston as a certified Charleston Tour Guide. Scott also volunteers with his church on their Johns Island campus and in his spare time loves to play pickleball, bicycle, kayak, hike, and take road trips exploring the Southeast. He’s also a former scuba diver and private pilot who flew Cessna and Piper airplanes.

Karen brings a wealth of experiences to the ExecConnect team with her background in Industrial Management/Industrial Engineering, focused in Supply Chain. Karen is passionate about helping others and enjoys the sense of community, which has shaped her professional and personal life.

Originally from Wilmington, Delaware, Karen and her husband have residences in both Charleston, SC and Charlotte, NC. She graduated from Clemson University and currently resides in Hollywood, SC, where she enjoys the tranquil suburban life. Her knowledge of Charleston is vast, especially when it comes to beaches, volunteering opportunities, and events like the Cooper River Bridge Run.

Karen enjoys spending time with her two adult children, frequents the beach on weekends, and loves dining at local favorite spots such as Bear-e Patch, Tavern-n-Table, and High Cotton, and visiting Charleston’s rooftop bars. Outside of work, Karen is an avid shopper and enjoys attending local museums and festivals.

With a strong commitment to wellness, joy, and community, Karen is excited to connect with others who share her passion for giving back.

Katherine fell in love with the Low Country during a 2005 work trip and moved to Mount Pleasant from Western New York in 2013. She works in product marketing for financial services and has been an ExecConnect Curating Guide since 2025. Katherine enjoys Charleston’s beaches, Old Village walks, outings with her rescue dogs, live music, festivals, fitness classes, volunteering with the Junior League, and frequent travel. Despite her travels, she’s always happy to return to Charleston.