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Shaping the Future … naturally embraces the lifestyle of the area – the history, the
The eldest son, Chuck Cooper, adds: “Our mindset

One Relationship at a Time charm and the beauty we have the privilege of selling and
enjoying with our own families. Let it be known, though,
that while we’re sharing that lifestyle, we’re seeking to
T hriving companies are guided by successful protect it at the same time.”

Powerful partnerships strengthen the odds theirs will
individuals, people like the Cooper siblings. Raised
with their parents’ example of integrity and hard work
of Christie’s International Real Estate, they benefit from
to guide them, Gina, Chuck, Christy (Whitlock) and Gary be a continuing success story. As an exclusive affiliate
Cooper purchased The Lachicotte Company in 2018. The international ties to the world’s leading art business – and
foursome grew up watching their father, Charles F. Cooper, its global network of agents and high-net-worth clients.
parlay his considerable intelligence and endless drive into a Being a member of Leverage Global Partners also empowers
legacy in which they take pride, a legacy they seek to emulate. The Lachicotte Company through shared intelligence,
The late Charles F. Cooper was an accomplished responsive marketing strategies and entrepreneurial
businessman and dynamic leader in the Lowcounty. connectivity. Association with North American
A pharmacist by trade, he founded the dispensary at International (NAI), one of the largest commercial
Georgetown Memorial Hospital, as well as other places, marketing companies in the world, helps solidify
and he also launched a number of noteworthy healthcare Lachicotte’s presence in the commercial real estate market.
businesses. In fact, when he unexpectedly passed away From left, Gary Cooper, Christy Whitlock, Chuck Cooper, Last, but certainly not least, the Company’s solid
in 2001, more than 800 people statewide were employed Carol Cooper (Mom) and Gina Cooper team of residential and commercial brokers, as well as
by the various entities he founded. Never one to relish flourishing rental and property management divisions,
hunting, fishing, golfing or the typical leisurely pursuits of Like their dad, each member of the make The Lachicotte Company the unparalleled, go-to
other men, he took great pleasure in the business of real source for full-service brokerage and rental management on
estate. It began as a hobby of sorts and became a secondary Cooper clan is extremely active in the the SC coast. This competitive market demands committed,
cornerstone of his professional legacy. local community and they’re already knowledgeable client advocates, and Lachicotte’s
Two of his children, Christy and Gary, followed his lead widely respected for their personal experienced team delivers real estate savvy in spades.
by going into the healthcare industry. Gary found success Every day at every level, they also deliver the finest
as an entrepreneur in the home healthcare industry, and and professional contributions. service the Lowcountry has to offer. “My dad always said,
Christy graduated from MUSC and returned to her family’s ‘If we don’t take care of our customers, someone else will,’”
community to take on leadership roles in her father’s Today, real estate is central to the resumes of all four says daughter, Christy. “We take great pride (and pleasure!)
pharmaceutical and long-term care businesses. siblings, and they look forward to growing The Lachicotte in serving each other as well as our clients and customers …
Channeling her father’s affinity for mentoring aspiring Company to new levels of success. Like their dad, each You simply cannot find better Realtors® or a better staff to
professionals, Gina became a teacher. Chuck (Charles, Jr.) member of the Cooper clan is extremely active in the local work with. As well as being smart and honest, every member
pursued his love of agriculture by opening a landscaping community and they’re already widely respected for their of our team is kind, funny and community-minded.”
company. Later he became a licensed Healthcare personal and professional contributions. “My siblings and I Whether you are buying or selling your home, investing
Administrator overseeing seven nursing facilities with more are absolutely dedicated to The Lachicotte Company,” says, in a commercial property or planning your family vacation,
than 3,000 employees. And later still, he sought out his Christy Cooper Whitlock, Principal. “We love what we do Lachicotte is here to help guide you through the process.
Realtors® license, as did his three siblings, and founded and joyfully accept responsibility for both the company With this company as your ally, you’ll receive custom
Vintage Estates | Christie’s International Real Estate, which and for our employees. We talk about ‘making a difference’ solutions through a valued partnership with a singular
merged with The Lachicotte Company in 2012. a lot. That mattered to our father, and it matters to us, too.” focus – You.
Much more information about our exceptional team members and service can be found on the
following websites: Lachicotte.com |NAI-Lachicotte.com | PawleysRealEstate.com.

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