Laura Patrick

Laura Patrick is an attorney, entrepreneur, producer, and marketing specialist who has held a life-long interest in the arts, journalism, and hospitality. A native of Charleston, SC, Patrick grew up surrounded by her family's conservation efforts and contributions to the local art scene, where she built a passion for philanthropy, her community, and supporting creative endeavors. After receiving a degree in mass media and marketing from College of Charleston, Patrick graduated from the University of San Diego School of Law with a concentration in intellectual property. Today, Patrick is Co-Owner and the Chief Marketing Officer of Bay Street Biergarten, a restaurant she opened with two partners in Charleston, SC 8 years ago. She is also an Operating Partner of Patrick Properties Hospitality Group (PPHG), Charleston's premier event company, and an Executive Producer and In-House Counsel for 4Corners Productions. Patrick is also the creator and co-host of "Next Page," a podcast produced by 4Corners about overcoming trauma. She is also involved with a variety of local charities but is particularly passionate about the South Carolina American Lung Association and will be competing as a dancer in their annual "Oxygen Ball - Dancing with the Stars" fundraising event this summer and has raised over $30,000 (and counting!) for the ALA this year.