Strategically Focused CREATIVELY DRIVEN
King & Columbus is a full-service marketing agency, dedicated to helping businesses unlock their full potential.
With a passion for storytelling and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in crafting innovative marketing strategies that captivate audiences, drive engagement, and deliver measurable results.
OUR TEAM
Our Leadership
HEATHER PERRY
Heather is a results-driven leader who combines strategic thinking, creativity, and a relentless focus on improving processes, performance, and client outcomes. She leads with energy and accountability, turning complex challenges into clear action while empowering her team to innovate, grow, and deliver measurable results.
COOPER CREWS
Cooper’s usually out adventuring with Charlie, her Boxer-Husky sidekick, checking out a new city’s food scene, or tracking down the perfect local sour. She’s got scenic hiking trails saved like playlists—and yes, she’s always got a rec.
JUSTIN FINLEY
Justin Finley is a laid-back dad of three (two boys and one fur-baby) with a knack for turning simple ideas into wildly over-complicated projects. He’s into puzzles, kayaking, Camden, SC, Clemson Football, and gets way too excited about analytics—and yes, he talks with his hands. A lot.
DEMI KULL
Demi lives for adventures and aesthetic vibes, whether she’s on an architecture walk, exploring a new city, dabbling with one of her many cameras or planning her next roadtrip. She’s famous for her love of people and process, and always down for love, lattes, and a little charm.
KERRY WELCH
Raised in Hawaii, naturally, Kerry’s never met a beach or body of water she didn’t love. Between wrangling two teenage boys and scoping out Charleston’s hot spots, she’s always in the know. Her true talent? Crafting standout PR campaigns and building real connections.
Our Team
JAIME AREHEART
Jaime’s a tinkerer by nature and a tech nerd by choice. Give him a problem and he’ll engineer his way to a fix, usually with an upgrade you didn’t ask for. Camera always close by, he’s just as likely to be out capturing Columbia in photography. Part engineer, part artist, all curiosity.
ERIC AYALA
Eric’s either cheering on the Gamecocks, watching the Panthers with enthusiastic optimism, or out golfing, fishing, and hanging with his Golden Retriever, Maverick. Sports, sunshine, and spoiled dogs pretty much sum him up.
GIANNA BOWEN
Gianna’s either out walking to her favorite local coffee shop, on a mission to find the best lavender latte in town, exploring Charleston’s newest restaurants, or trying out a new baking recipe. When she’s not traveling or watching a good musical, she’s probably hanging out with her dachshund, Ollie. She’s all about great food, new experiences, and a little four-legged company.
BEN CULBRETH
You’ll typically find Ben on a run (pushing his son Freddie) or on the tennis court. When he’s not outside or traveling with his family, he’s usually reading a book or hanging out in one of Columbia’s newest spots for food and drinks.
KALI FITZGIBBON
Kali enjoys exploring new restaurants, bars, and venues in search of good food, drinks, and music when she’s not hanging out with her mini-dachshund Ruby. Eternally taking pictures of everything, she enjoys exploring creative outlets wherever she goes.
MITCHELL HALL
Mitchell’s all about family, hanging out with his homies and playing his guitar. Oh—and he bakes bread from scratch, because nothing says rock and roll like a fresh sourdough.
CAMPBELL HOLBEN
Campbell thrives when experiencing new things and meeting new people, and will talk your ear off if you let him. Whether that’s exploring a new city’s nightlife, or indulging in a food scene like it’s his last day on Earth. He is most content, however, experiencing life with his family and friends, and can always be found with a smile on his face because he’s just happy to be involved.
ZACH KINSLEY
Zach’s either walking his pup Shiloh, hitting the gym, or trying to keep his plants alive with maybe too much water or sunlight? Dog dad, plant hopeful, and always on the move.
HOPE LINABURY
Hope’s either out for a long walk with her dog, Stella, planning her next trip, or sticking to one of her tried-and-true favorite restaurants—because she’s a creature of habit through & through. She takes her playlists seriously, loves a good concert, and is probably already awake with a chai in hand.
MEGAN LLEWELLYN
Megan’s your go-to for a karaoke duet, a story that somehow takes 20 minutes, or a last-minute shopping trip. She’s a yapper, a chronic craft-starter and a walking good time—just ask her (or her dog, who she will show you a picture of).
LYNN LUC
Lynn Luc is a freelance creative with King & Columbus, specializing in social media management, content creation, and photography. With a background rooted in storytelling and hospitality, she loves capturing authentic moments and helping brands connect with their audiences in a meaningful, visually engaging way. Outside of work, Lynn is usually documenting life behind the lens, exploring local restaurants and events, or finding new ways to bring people and communities together through creativity.
EMILY MCCOLLUM
Emily thrives somewhere between a backyard garden, a local café, and a live stage. A longtime musician with a creative spirit and deep love for all things local, she’s passionate about thoughtful storytelling, authentic connection, and the details that make brands feel human, memorable, and genuinely understood.
ASHLEY NAGY
Ashley’s always chasing a vibe whether it’s redecorating her apartment, filling her closet, or getting the Insta story that everyone reposts. You’ll always find her at one of two places: Hitting up the Charleston food scene or on the couch with her dogs.
RENAE SCHUETTER
Renae’s all about the balance—hot yoga by day, wine club by night. Charleston socialite, coffee connoisseur, and always down to check out a new local bar. Catch her sipping, stretching, and being fabulous.
MAKAYLA SMITH
Makayla brings a creative instinct and a genuine eye for what connects with people online to everything she touches. Outside of work, she’s usually outdoors with an iced coffee in hand, soaking up the sun and recharging.
RYAN WILLINGHAM
Ryan’s all about laid-back fun—hitting the golf course, strumming his guitar, or dominating at cornhole. Whether it’s game time or jam time, he brings the chill with a drink in hand.
How we work
listen
Understand your goals and challenges.
Research
Identify audience and market insights.
Create
Craft compelling, tailored messaging.
Develop
Build assets and campaigns.
Test
Analyze performance and optimize.
Deliver
Analyze performance and optimize.
manage
Ongoing optimization for continuous improvement.
Affiliations
Our Roots
King & Columbus was founded in 2016 by Evening Post Industries, owner of The Post and Courier and more than 10 other media brands across the state of South Carolina. In the course of the last near-decade, Evening Post has invested millions of dollars in building out this digital-first agency to tackle the goals and needs of businesses across multiple verticals all across South Carolina.
Today, King & Columbus is comprised of more than 15 full-time staff across South Carolina. K&C offers marketing support and digital marketing fulfillment to The Post and Courier and its sister brands in addition to operating as a standalone agency. As a sister company to The Post and Courier, South Carolina’s largest locally-owned media company, King & Columbus remains on firm financial footing and has access to top tier tech stack and funds to invest, with built-in first party data across South Carolina.
Content That Works
Founded in 2001 and now powered by King & Columbus, Content That Works (CTW) is a leading digital agency dedicated to transforming your content needs into successful outcomes. CTW specializes in content creation, hosted web solutions, and native advertising, ensuring its clients receive only the highest quality services.
They offer a diverse range of custom magazines and weekly subscription options designed to enhance publications or serve as standalone stories. CTW has been creating content for newsletters, local magazines, websites, flyers, and blogs since its inception and now works to support King and Columbus’ needs to deliver powerful, content-driven strategies with a knowledgeable, well-rounded team of writers and journalists.