About Us

Matt Kennell, President and CEO

Matt is a native of Virginia and has worked in urban development and management for over 30 years in Florida, Virginia, and South Carolina.  He loves spending time with his family and his two crazy Jack Russell Terriers. If you’re looking for him, chances are you will either find him somewhere in the Main Street District or navigating his boat on Lake Murray!

Karel Givens, Vice President, Administration & Development

Karel is a native New Yorker, avid runner, and travel buff with a special affection for Italy and its culture.  She is a huge fan of the New York Giants and Yankees.

Lorri-Ann Carter, Marketing & Communications

Lorri-Ann is a native of Georgia and has worked in the public relations and marketing industry for over 25 years.  Her favorite time of the year is football season, when she is pulling for the University of Georgia Bulldogs and the University of South Carolina Gamecocks.  And no, that is not a typo!

Jenna Bridgers, Vice President, Recruitment

Jenna is a native of South Carolina and a 2001 graduate of Wofford College. She is married to Allen and a mother of three precious children.  What little spare time she has is spent reading or visiting with family and friends.  Jenna is dedicated to helping bring a quality retail mix to the Main Street District.

Allen Franklin, Director of Operations

Allen is a native of North Carolina and a 1989 graduate of the University of South Carolina. He has over 20 years in retail at a district manager level.  Allen’s seven children are the apples of his eye, even though they drive him crazy daily.  His greatest pleasures are spending time with his family out on their farm and serving the Main Street District.