As the new Executive Director of Friendship Place, Marie Livingston is poised to lead the organization toward even greater success in fulfilling its mission to address the needs of the Georgetown community and empower individuals to overcome poverty.

The Georgetown, SC native brings over 15 years of experience in Human Resources and Risk Management across the private, nonprofit, and municipal government sectors. Her extensive background includes 10 years of providing Human Resources Consulting Services and three years as the Co-Founder and Co-Owner of logistics and transportation company Heritage Logistics, LLP. She is married to Quentin Livingston, and together they have four children Bryson, Kaitlyn, Cameron, and Quentin. Her family-oriented foundation aligns seamlessly with Friendship Place’s mission to foster a sense of community and support for individuals facing challenges in Georgetown.

A Heart for Her Community

Active in the local Georgetown communities, Livingston serves as a nonprofit Relevance Committee Chairperson, volunteers with the Low Country Veterans Group, facilitates a small women’s group, and is a graduate of Leadership of Georgetown County. She also serves as Senior Fellow of the Waccamaw Chapter of the American Leadership Forum Class VI is Secretary for the Rotary Club of Georgetown. Livingston was previously the co-chair of the LiveWell Healthy Foods Work Group with Tidelands Health, showcasing her dedication to community engagement and well-being.

Executive Endorsements

“Marie Livingston’s appointment as the Executive Director of Friendship Place is a testament to her exceptional leadership qualities and unwavering commitment to community service,” said Burt Palmer, President of the Board of Directors for Friendship Place. “With a proven track record in Human Resources and a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of those in need, Marie is the ideal choice to guide Friendship Place into its next chapter.”

“Marie has multi-generational connectivity to the Georgetown community and professional connectivity to a large network within private, non-profit, and governmental organizations in this community. We are confident that under her guidance, the organization will continue to flourish and bring about positive change…”

– Burt Palmer, President Friendship Place of the Board of Directors

Former Executive Director Charlie Ball extended his gratitude, saying, “With immense confidence, I hand over the reins to Marie, a colleague I’ve had the pleasure of collaborating with for years. With her vision and leadership, I am confident Friendship Place will continue its upward trajectory.”

Looking Ahead

Livingston has made it clear that her goal is to build on what has been established while exploring innovative strategies and enhancements. As she assumes leadership, a key objective is to foster a sense of community among board members, staff, donors, community partners, and volunteers. For Livingston, it’s crucial that everyone feels connected to the mission they support, enabling them to witness firsthand the profound impact their generosity has on the lives of our neighbors.