James N. RichardsonDirector, CoastalSouth Bancshares, Inc. and Coastal States Bank

Mr. Richardson has extensive experience as a business owner in the Lowcountry region, particularly in the area of real estate sales and investments. He has served on numerous boards for businesses as well as cultural organizations, and he continues to volunteer in numerous charity positions both locally and statewide.

Career Highlights
Owner and General Manager of Coligny Plaza LP
Chief Operating Officer of Windmill Harbour Company
Broker-in-Charge, Manager and Owner of Windmill Harbour Real Estate
and The Richardson GroupReal Estate Development and Management
Founder of the South Carolina Yacht Club
Long Range Vision Task Force for Town of Hilton Head Island
Member, Young President’s Organization and Chief Executive’s Organization

Other Directorships
Director Emeritus with the Medical University of South Carolina Foundation
Former Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Sea Pines Architectural Review Board
Former Member of the Board of Directors of the Hilton Head Island Association of Realtors
Former Member of the Board of Directors of the Association of Sea Pines Plantation Property Owners
Former Member of the Board of Directors of Sea Pines Community Services Associates, Inc.
Former Member of the Board of Directors of the Medical University of South Carolina Foundation
Former Member of the Board of Directors of Spoleto Festival USA
Commissioner of South Island Public Service District (2007-Present)
Former Chairman of Young President’s Organization Gold for Southern Seven States
Past President of the Hilton Head Multiple List Service

Education
Graduate of Mars Hill College