“Gary’s contributions on high level projects
in office such as: Colleton River Plantation, Windmill Harbour, and Palmetto
Hall represent just a few large community developments that are still successful
communities, enjoying rapid real estate appreciation while affording their
property owners uncommonly pleasant, interactive lifestyles.” 
– Edward J. Pinckney, FASLA, President, Edward Pinckney/Associates,
Ltd.
Perry
L. Wood (click to view letter of recommendation)
FASLA
President, Wood+Partners, Inc.
“I hired Gary the first time in 1988 and again
in 1992; I would not hesitate to hire him a third time. Gary was with us
for 12 years and was instrumental in the firm’s growth from 4 employees
in 1992 to near 30 employees in 2005. He was made VP in 1998, and is highly
regarded by his peers and clients.”
– Perry L. Wood, FASLA, President, Wood+Partners, Inc.
Mike
Tuten
President, Harden Homes
“Gary is excellent with coordination between
consultants and permitting agencies. Very responsive and highly dependable.”
– Mike Tuten, President, Harden Homes, Hilton Head Island,
SC
Jim
Chaffin
President, Chaffin/Light Associates
Chairman, Urban Land Institute (ULI)
1997-1999
“Gary has shown excellent leadership
in the education of other professionals about current trends, such as Smart
Growth. I was honored to be a speaker at the SC ASLA conference he was
in charge of in 2000.”
– Jim Chaffin, President, Chaffin/Light Associates
Dean
Janice Cervelli Schach
FASLA
Dean of Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Clemson University, 2000 -
Present
President, American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), 1999- 2000
"Gary has shown considerable leadership
abilities through the SC Chapter of ASLA. During my tenure as the National
President of ASLA, I had the pleasure of awarding the President's Cup of
Excellence to the South Carolina chapter in large part due to Gary's commitment
and determination to get things done. One of his greatest accomplishments
was creating a better collaboration between the American Society of Landscape
Architects (ASLA), American Society of Architects (AIA) and the American
Planning Association (APA)."
– Dean Janice Cervelli Schach, FSLA, Dean of Architecture, Arts and Humanities,
Clemson University
Dr.
Hanly Funderburk
Chancellor of Auburn University in Montgomery 1968-1980
President of Auburn University
at Auburn 1980-1983
President of Eastern Kentucky University 1985-1998
“I have known Gary’s parents for nearly
60 years, and he shares their excellent work ethic and commitment to doing
the right thing. His Christian upbringing has made him very trustworthy and
honest.”
– Dr. Hanly Funderburk
Tom
Brust
Regional VP for Architecture & Construction, Marriott Vacation Club International,
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