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The Story Behind The Forum
The Forum isn’t just a business — it’s a vision brought to life by faith, grit, and the belief that every person has a purpose worth blooming.
In the beginning, The Forum was imagined as a “middle ground” — a space for conservative groups to come together, to connect, collaborate, and fight for our shared America First values. It was inspired by one remarkable woman: Gerri McDaniel, who passed away suddenly in January 2025. She was our friend, my mentor, and the heartbeat behind this mission. Her bold spirit and unwavering dedication to truth and community lit a fire in many of us — and her legacy lives on through this space. The Forum is dedicated to her and will forever carry her memory in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
What began as a political gathering space has quickly grown into something far more powerful.
Only a few months ago, I could have never imagined all that would bloom under one roof. This is not just a building — it has spirit. It is truly blessed.
Today, The Forum has become a vibrant hub where creators, makers, entrepreneurs, and visionaries grow together. It blends a consignment boutique, coworking café, creative studios, podcasting & media room, and above all — a foundation of support for small business owners.
We believe in community over competition, collaboration over comparison, and that real success isn’t just in what you build — it’s in who you build it with.
Empowering Leaders, Inspiring Innovation
✨ Why We Exist
We created The Forum for:
Every multi-passionate dreamer who’s ever been told to “just pick one thing”
Every small business owner who needed a place to be seen, heard, and supported
Every vendor, maker, speaker, or teacher searching for a tribe that truly gets it
Every grassroots candidate called to lead, but needing a lean, strategic path to run and win with integrity
We’ve lived the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. We know the feeling of being called to more, yet wondering how to piece it all together. And we’ve felt the undeniable tug of something greater — a calling to build a place that doesn’t just serve us… but lifts a whole community.
The Forum is that answer.
And we invite you to build it with us.
Our Location
Located in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, The Forum serves as a vibrant hub for conservative leaders and purpose-driven entrepreneurs.
Address
1705 Hwy 17 BUS.
Surfside Beach, SC 29575
Hours
Monday - Saturday
10 AM - 6 PM
I didn’t set out to create just another co-working space or political office.
I saw a need — right here in our own community — for something that didn’t exist yet:
A place where conservatives, patriots, business owners, and community leaders could gather, not to argue about politics, but to build something better together.
The Forum was born out of a desire to create a middle ground — a welcoming space where:
Different conservative and Republican groups could collaborate
New friendships and partnerships could grow
People who never thought of themselves as political could learn how to make a difference
Local campaigns could focus more on the voter than fundraising
And business owners working alone from home could finally find their tribe
A New Kind of Space
At The Forum, we believe education leads to empowerment.
That’s why we offer:
Non-intimidating workshops to help our community understand why local elections matter most
Training for first-time candidates and campaign volunteers
Print and design services to keep campaign costs down and creativity up
A platform for business owners to showcase their work, find resources, and grow with purpose
Our Mission
The Forum exists to unite patriotic creators, small business owners, and grassroots leaders — empowering purpose-driven success through faith, freedom, and community.
This was truly "Created for such a time as this!"
