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Order of the Palmetto

Gov. Henry McMaster presented the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina's highest civilian honor, to SCTAC President and CEO Jody Bryson in recognition of his contributions to the state's economic development. (Photo/Amy Randall Photography)
Jul 6, 2026

Jody Bryson receives Order of the Palmetto

SCTAC President and CEO Jody Bryson received South Carolina's Order of the Palmetto for his leadership and contributions to economic development.

State Sen. Josh Kimbrell presents the Order of the Palmetto to Dave Edwards on behalf of Gov. Henry McMaster. (Photo/Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District)
Nov 24, 2025

GSP leader Dave Edwards receives Order of the Palmetto

GSP CEO Dave Edwards has received the Order of the Palmetto for leadership that advanced air service, boosted economic growth and set records for passenger traffic.

Richard H. Cohn Sr., founder of Cohn Corp., receives South Carolina’s highest civilian honor from Gov. Henry McMaster. (Todd Lista/Park Avenue Photography)
Sep 12, 2025

Construction company founder awarded South Carolina Order of the Palmetto

Richard H. Cohn Sr., founder of Cohn Corp., received South Carolina’s highest civilian honor, the Order of the Palmetto, from Gov. Henry McMaster.

Jun 30, 2025

Former statewide nonprofit CEO awarded Order of the Palmetto

The former executive received the Order of the Palmetto for decades of service to South Carolina’s non-profit community.