Rich Corvalan

I am a Hamlin resident for over two years, we moved from NJ where my wife Debra and I have raised three children. I work for Zing Manufacturing as the Senior Vice President of Sales, overseeing a sales team that covers North America. I am currently serving on the PPEF (Promotional Products
Educational Foundation Board of Directors. We have raised over and distributed in excess of over $2 million in scholarships this year. We are involved with many different phases of scholarship and education, and raise awareness of the industry we are in. I am hoping to join the board to better serve the community that my wife and I have fallen in love with, and would love to give back some time and energy to make it even a better place to live for all of us.

Dan Kurowski

My name is Dan Kurowski and I have lived in Hamlin Plantation for 13 years.

I am 59 years old and have worked is the Aerospace industry for nearly 38 years. My wife Kathy is also 59 and we have 3 grown children and 6 grandchildren. Our home town is on the Illinois side of St Louis. My hobbies are Boating and tinkering with anything mechanical or carpentry. Our #1 priority is our family and spending time with 4 of our grandchildren who also live here in Mt. Pleasant.

I have been a Hamlin Volunteer who has managed the Boat yard for nearly 10 years.

My goal if elected to the Hamlin Board of Directors is to continue to make Hamlin the best neighborhood in North Mt. Pleasant.

We have a beautiful neighborhood and to keep it in this condition takes a disciplined and fiscally responsible HOA BOD.

I firmly believe I can be accountable to the Hamlin residents and help bring accountability to all the functions that are required to keep our neighborhood as great as it is.

Ed Manganiello

Greetings! My wife, Susan, and I are 2-year residents of Hamlin Plantation; we’re in The Sound if that makes a difference one way or the other. We are very happy to be here, enjoying a beautiful POA  community and wonderful friends made in such a short time. 

l am a mostly retired New York attorney. Sue and I previously lived in Greenwich, CT, where I was on the  Greenwich RTM, the town’s legislative body, for almost 20 years. During that time, I served on the  Claims Committee, which met periodically in executive sessions to evaluate liability claims against  Greenwich to determine whether or not to settle. 

Hamlin Plantation has much to offer and preserve. Our neighborhoods share a well-thought-out,  attention-grabbing parklike land/streetscape, along with tennis courts, pool, and clubhouse, all for a very reasonable annual POA fee. Maintaining property values is important, but even more, so is enjoying, or just watching neighbors enjoy our shared amenities. 

I would like Hamlin residents to consider possible improvements to existing amenities and/or any they would like to add, keeping in mind the probable level of usage. Even past suggestions that were not acted upon or “placed on hold” are worth renewing. After all, residents and Board membership change or change their minds. 

Personally, if elected to the Board, I would explore expanding use (for residents) of what seems an underutilized clubhouse. There also appears to be a need for clearer guidelines on what residents can and cannot do to the exterior of their homes and properties, keeping the former as objective as possible and the latter to a minimum. 

Thank you for your consideration. 

Ed Manganiello 

Matt Langford

I’m Matt Langford and I am running for the Hamlin Plantation Board. When choosing a community here in the Mount Pleasant area, Hamlin was our first choice and we recently moved into the new home we purchased earlier this year in The Sound.

I am originally from North Carolina and spent the last 20 or so years in the greater New York area. Having ties to family and many friends in the Charleston area, we relocated to Mount Pleasant just over a year ago. In my professional career, I served as Vice President of Retail for a major national home furnishings company, growing the brand’s footprint to 25 stores in all major markets over a 13 year period. After that, I started a career in real estate, both running a property management business and residential resale in the East Hampton, NY area. Currently I am a Realtor with Carolina One Real Estate here in Mount Pleasant. I live with my partner of many years, Brendan, and our 9 year old rescue dog, Logan.

Hamlin Plantation is a fantastic community, with friendly and caring residents, nice amenities, and a host of neighborhood activities. As I look forward to residing in Hamlin Plantation for many years to come, I feel my prior experience in managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, budget planning and knowledge of real estate and property goals will suit me well, whether it be engaging with the community about immediate or long term needs or contributing in other ways that will make Hamlin even better. Given the opportunity to represent every person and every neighborhood, I would work diligently to ensure our community continues to operate efficiently and with an open flow of communication amongst all residents, management and the board.

Chuck Lauer

The photo is of me and Maribeth. We have both been residents of Hamlin Plantation since May of 2002. We choose Hamlin Plantation for its wonderful green space and location.

I am interested in serving on the board again to assist in enhancing the livability of our neighborhood‘s low country environment.

I am a recently retired Executive from the Hotel/Resort Industry. 23 years with Hilton Hotels. I have served as Executive Committee Member of the South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association, Low Country Food Bank Chef‘s Feast Chairman, Recipient of The 2012 SCRLA Community Spirt Award. I am a Paul Harris Fellow. We have 2 Sons and wonderful daughters-in-law, and 3 active Grandsons.

Our interests include Gardening, Cooking, and Travel. I look forward to serving my neighbors in pursuit of enhancing the wonderful attributes of the neighborhood. My cell number is 843–296–2572 if you would like to speak to me regarding any questions you may have.

Regards, Chuck Lauer

Dana Keys

I have been on the Hamlin Plantation Board of Directors for the past six years and would love the opportunity to continue to serve our wonderful neighborhood. While on the board, I have served as secretary, vice president and currently hold the important role of president. My long tenure on the board has afforded me a great institutional knowledge of the ins and out of Hamlin – what makes us great but also opportunities for improvement as we continue to grow. I would like to see through all the initiatives put forth during my term as well as continue working with our residents on how to make this great neighborhood an even better place to live.

Hamlin Plantation is filled with generous, kind and helpful neighbors. My husband and I have genuinely enjoyed raising our three boys here and watching them partake in all that Hamlin has to offer: swim team, tennis, the many social events and biking trails. My mother had often remarked how much she loved living in a multi-generational neighborhood filled with activities and opportunities for all ages. I agree that there is truly something here for everyone.

In addition to holding leadership positions on the board, my passion has also been chairing the social committee and assisting in Hamlin philanthropy initiatives. I have spearheaded a number of social events, food trucks, yard sales, the playground redevelopment and much more. Prior to living in Hamlin, I taught first grade and after receiving my Master’s from Virginia Tech, I became a reading specialist. During my career as an educator not only did I teach on the elementary level, but was an adjunct professor for The University of Virginia as well. Within those roles, I held multiple leadership positions such as President of the Reading Council, coach of teachers, teacher of teachers and new teacher mentor.

Transparency and communication are of utmost importance to me as a board member. We can only do our best when everyone feels able to voice their thoughts and concerns. Along with that, I believe keeping our neighborhood in pristine shape, the budget fiscally responsible and upholding our governing documents are the keys to managing a successful and happy place to live. Thank you for your consideration.

Gerard Miller

Gerard, Lauren, and their two beautiful kids, Emerson and Cole, are so grateful to have just moved down here from New Jersey.

Gerard is the COO/CFO of a tech startup, Hivecell, where he oversees the day-to-day operations and all investments for the company, which currently stands at 78 people globally.

Prior to that Gerard spent the last 8 years in the hedge fund space. He also has his undergraduate and MBA from Columbia University in NYC.

In a previous life, he played professional hockey in both the AHL and ECHL  but has since traded his skates in for golf spikes and landscaping.

Rob Beyers

I am proud to submit my application to serve on the Hamlin Plantation Board of Directors, for the 2022 – 2024 term. My family and I have lived in Hamlin for 7 years, and I truly believe that we are in one of the best neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant. It is my main priority to keep Hamlin beautiful, by maintaining our neighborhood, and improving our amenities when the time is right. 

Some of you may know me from my current position on the Board of Directors. Some of you may know me from meeting on the tennis courts. But I bet most of you didn’t know I was the Easter Bunny last year at the clubhouse? I like to be involved in our neighborhood, there are so many ways to be a part of the community. 

While the day-to-day responsibilities of a Board Member may be complicated, the role is actually quite simple: Serve the community, and do what’s best for Hamlin by following the covenants and guidelines. 

Relevant Experience: – Architect and project manager with 25+ years experience reviewing contracts and budgets – Throughout my career, I have been trained in conflict resolution, and understand how to work through issues while keeping my personal feelings separate. – I have been both a member and the president of the ARB, with a thorough understanding of the neighborhood covenants and guidelines, local zoning restrictions, and building departments – Currently serving on the Board of Directors for the past 2 years. – Working with the ARB to help streamline and simplify the application process for residents. – Asked by the previous Board of Directors to start the Tennis Committee and set up the online reservation system. 

Above all, please get out and vote! This is your community too, let your voice be heard 

thank you Rob