Meet Will – our Executive Vice President and Chief Government Affairs Officer, where he is responsible for the development and management of the SC Chamber’s overall government affairs, public policy, and communications strategies, and the organization’s day-to-day lobbying activities.

Prior to joining the SC Chamber, Frierson was the Government Relations Manager for the National Cotton Council of America (NCC) in Washington, DC where he assisted in coordinating the Washington activities of the NCC and oversaw the organization’s political activities. 

Will leads our government affairs team and ensures that our organization is well-positioned to navigate the complex political landscape through advocacy and strategic communication. Will is a masterful communicator and skilled at engaging with policymakers and stakeholders at all levels of government.

A native of Orangeburg, SC, Frierson attended Wake Forest University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in politics and international affairs. He has been with the SC Chamber since December 2021.