Rotary Club of Easley

04/27/2026

On April 21st, the Easley Rotary Club welcomed speaker Tim Brookshire from Prisma Health.

Tim shared updates on a new $138 million, state-of-the-art behavioral health hospital currently under construction on a 46-acre site along Highway 153 in Easley. This 134,000-square-foot facility will centralize behavioral health services in the Upstate, helping reduce the need to transport patients to Columbia due to current space limitations.

Once completed, the hospital will significantly expand access to care—nearly doubling total patient beds and almost quadrupling beds for children and adolescents—for a total of 112 beds.

In addition to improving patient access, the Easley location is expected to benefit staff as well, with many employees already living in the Easley and Powdersville areas.

This investment marks meaningful progress in strengthening behavioral health resources for our community.

04/21/2026

The Easley Rotary Club welcomed Miss Easley, Joanna Burton, as our guest speaker on April 14.

Johanna shared her platform, The P.A.T.H. Project, focused on helping students pursue careers that match their passions and strengths.

Her mission emphasizes:
• Purpose Over Pressure – choosing passion over expectations
• Awareness of Opportunities – exposing students to career options and resources
• Support Through Scholarship – assisting those pursuing non-traditional paths

Thank you, Joanna, for inspiring us with your message!

04/19/2026

Come out and join us for a fun day of golf and fellowship with the Easley Rotary Club at Smithfields Country Club in Easley, South Carolina! ⛳️

Spots are still available for golfers and sponsors—don’t miss your chance to be part of a great day supporting our community.

Grab your friends, form a team, or get your business involved. We’d love to see you there!

04/14/2026

At our April 7th meeting, Rotarian Elliot Cleveland shared an inside look at his practice, The Movement Doctors.

Elliot highlighted the range of services they provide, including physical therapy to improve strength, flexibility, and mobility for injury recovery, post-surgery rehab, and chronic conditions. He also discussed their movement therapy, which focuses on assessing and treating movement disorders for patients of all ages.

To get everyone involved, Elliot even challenged Rotarians in attendance to perform squats—giving a fun, hands-on demonstration of mobility and functional movement.

We also heard firsthand from three athletes who shared their success stories and positive results as patients of The Movement Doctors—powerful testimonials to the impact of personalized care.

The practice is located in the historic building formerly known as Frierson’s Drug Store, adding a new chapter to over 120 years of history in our community.

04/03/2026

Easley Rotary Club Meeting | March 31

We were pleased to welcome guest speaker Eric Clark, Department Head for Computer Information Technology at Tri-County Technical College and instructor in the CompTIA A+ program.

Eric shared how TCTC is preparing students for real-world success through hands-on IT training, while also emphasizing the importance of resilience, confidence, and a positive mindset in today’s workforce.

He also highlighted EmpowerUp, a partnership between the School District of Pickens County and TCTC, offering fast, flexible workforce training programs—many at little to no cost. Courses range from CPR and CNA to Commercial Truck Driving, Electrical Wiring, and IT certifications, all designed to strengthen our local workforce and economy.

With the lowest tuition in the Upstate, a 93% job placement rate, and national recognition for student success, TCTC continues to make a meaningful impact in our community.

03/30/2026

Congratulations to The Open Book Project on being named the Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Non-Profit of the Year.

This recognition reflects the incredible growth and impact of an organization that has quickly become a strong force for literacy in our community. From supporting literacy initiatives across the Upstate to creating meaningful partnerships and expanding access to resources, The Open Book Project continues to make a lasting difference.

We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor and all those who help make the mission possible.

The Easley Chamber extends our congratulations to our annual business award recipients and our gratitude for their leadership, which serves as an example for all of us.

Sponsored by Truliant Federal Credit Union, we are pleased to honor The Open Book Project as our 2026 Non-Profit of the Year.

This award recognizes The Open Book project as an organization that has improved the quality of life for students and many others in Pickens County and the surrounding areas. To read all about it, click on the link below⬇️

https://web.easleychamber.org/news/newsarticledisplay.aspx?ArticleID=720

03/27/2026

Congratulations to Easley Rotarian Suzanne Flaugher on being recognized as the 2025 Board Director of the Year and 2025 Chamber Chairperson of the Year.

Suzanne’s leadership, servant’s heart, and steady commitment have made a meaningful impact on the Chamber and our community. Her dedication, active involvement, and willingness to serve wherever needed make these honors especially well deserved.

We are proud to celebrate Suzanne and this outstanding recognition.

The Easley Chamber extends our congratulations to our annual business award recipients and our gratitude for their leadership, which serves as an example for all of us.

We are pleased to honor Sazanne Flaugher with the Easley YMCA as our 2025 Board Director of the Year and the 2025 Chamber Chairperson of the Year.

This award recognizes Suzanne for going above and beyond the call of duty. She is someone who leads by example and someone who has kept others on course and motivated. To read the full article, click on the button below⬇️

https://web.easleychamber.org/news/newsarticledisplay.aspx?ArticleID=718

03/25/2026

Congratulations to the Pickens County YMCA on being named the Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Pillar of the Community.

This honor reflects the YMCA’s lasting impact through youth development, healthy living, and strengthening families across our community. We are grateful for the many ways they continue to support, connect, and serve Pickens County.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition.

The Easley Chamber extends our congratulations to our annual business award recipients and our gratitude for their leadership, which serves as an example for all of us.

Sponsored by Truliant Federal Credit Union, we are pleased to honor the YMCA of Easley, Pickens, and Powdersville as our 2026 Pillar of the Community Recipient.

In times of challenge, the YMCA has also stepped forward as a stabilizing force. Whether responding to community needs, adapting services to support families, or simply providing a place of consistency when life feels uncertain, the YMCA has demonstrated what it means to be dependable.

To read all about this award, click on the link below⬇️
https://web.easleychamber.org/news/newsarticledisplay.aspx?ArticleID=727

03/24/2026

Congratulations to Easley Rotarians DJ and Stacey Derosiers on The Silos being named the Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year.

This recognition speaks to the vision, hard work, and heart behind all they do. Through their dedication, The Silos has become more than a business — it is a welcoming place where connections are made and community is strengthened.

We are proud to celebrate DJ and Stacey on this well-deserved honor and grateful for the example they set through their leadership and service.

The Easley Chamber extends our congratulations to our annual business award recipients and our gratitude for their leadership, which serves as an example for all of us.

Sponsored by Truliant Federal Credit Union, we are pleased to honor The Silos as our 2026 Small Business of the Year Recipient.

The award also celebrates the individuals behind this success: DJ and Stacey Derosiers. Small businesses are deeply personal endeavors, powered by owners, employees, and supporters who pour their energy into every detail. Because of their dedication, The Silos is not only a successful enterprise but also a place where community connections are formed and strengthened every day.

To read all about it, click on the link below⬇️
https://web.easleychamber.org/news/newsarticledisplay.aspx?ArticleID=723

03/22/2026

Congratulations to Easley Rotarian Daniel Adams on being recognized as a 2026 Young Professional of the Year.

This honor reflects Daniel’s leadership, commitment to excellence, and dedication to serving both his profession and the community. He is a wonderful example of the positive impact young leaders can make through hard work, character, and service.

We are proud to celebrate Daniel and this well-deserved recognition.

The Easley Chamber extends our congratulations to our annual business award recipients and our gratitude for their leadership, which serves as an example for all of us.

Sponsored by Truliant Federal Credit Union, we are pleased to honor Daniel Adams with Tri-County Technical College as our 2026 Young Professional of the Year.

Daniel is an emerging leader who strives to meet the highest levels of personal and professional accomplishment, who devotes time and energy to their community, and who serves as a role model for other young leaders and professionals.

To read the full article, click on the link below⬇️
https://web.easleychamber.org/news/newsarticledisplay.aspx?ArticleID=724