The News

First Monday is a Republican Business Forum allowing members of the club to become acquainted with and participate in discussions with elected officials, business leaders, candidates and party leaders.

SC State Rep. Brandon Guffey

September 15, 2026

First Monday was pleased to host SC State Rep. Brandon Guffey. Rep. Guffey is the driving force behind legislation protecting young people and families from the devastating threat of online sextortion.

Sextortion is a rapidly growing issue affecting young people across the country. It can begin with something as simple as a photo and quickly turn into threats, fear, and devastating consequences. It can happen to any family.

Rep. Guffey shared his personal experience and his mission to protect America’s young people. After the tragic loss of his son to sextortion, he has dedicated himself to raising awareness and working to prevent other families from experiencing the same heartbreak.

Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/Lessthan3sc

You can pre-order his book here: https://bookshop.org/…/tomorrow-needs…/51ea25aef78bbe29

And learn more about his mission here: https://futurecaucus.org/rep-brandon-guffey-my-lifes…/

Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Solicitor Cindy Crick

August 6, 2026

First Monday was pleased to host Cindy Crick, who is the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Solicitor for Greenville and Pickens, SC.

Solicitor Crick shared insights into her role and discussed the ongoing efforts she and her staff are making to reduce the backlog of older cases and bring them to trial. She also addressed the devastating impact of drugs and gang activity in our community, emphasizing the pain and suffering these crimes inflict on families and neighborhoods. Her remarks highlighted the importance of holding offenders accountable while working to bring justice and a greater sense of safety to those affected.

Solicitor Crick was a state prosecutor for 8 years in the 7th Circuit Solicitor’s Office in Spartanburg, SC. While there, she spearheaded the Violence Against Women Task Force and gained valuable experience in prosecuting cases involving criminal domestic violence, sexual assault/HIV exposure, and domestic homicide. Cindy has extensive first-chair trial experience, a background in the scientific and technical issues of complex cases.

Cindy Crick was appointed in June 2025 to serve as the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Solicitor. She previously ran her own law practice, worked at Nelson Mullins, and served as Chief of Staff for Representative Trey Gowdy in the United States House of Representatives.

SC State Treasurer Curtis Loftis

July 14, 2026

First Monday was pleased to host South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis at our July meeting.

Treasurer Loftis shared insights into his role as the state’s banker—managing, investing, and safeguarding more than $76 billion in public funds for South Carolina state government. He also told memorable stories of returning unclaimed money and property to individuals, estates, and businesses.

“It’s your money, and we want to give it back to you!” he said. “From old utility deposits to uncashed payroll checks, life insurance proceeds, and unredeemed shares of stock, this is the first place you should look for your missing money.”

He also discussed tax-advantaged education contributions, which are 100% deductible from South Carolina state income tax, and Palmetto ABLE® accounts, which support financial independence and disability savings for eligible individuals and families.

Treasurer Loftis encouraged attendees to apply for statewide boards and commissions, noting that more than 1,000 positions remain unfilled as of 2026.