Best and Brightest: Luke D. Giddings

Luke D. Giddings

Mayor

City of Bishopville

Age 24

I serve as the mayor of Bishopville, South Carolina, having been elected in 2023 with a vision centered on community empowerment, economic development, and long-term growth. Professionally, I serve as a project manager with the Rural Growth Initiative (RGI). I also serve as executive director of the Community Foundation for a Better Hartsville. I am a graduate of the Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government and am an alumnus of the Riley Institute Mayors’ Design Fellowship. Beyond my professional roles, I serve on numerous boards and committees supporting economic development, education and community initiatives throughout the region. A student pilot and outdoor enthusiast, I am passionate about helping rural communities thrive and remain committed to strengthening rural America for future generations.