Meet the dedicated professionals and community leaders driving
economic growth in Cherokee County.
Kenneth M. Moon, or Ken as he prefers to be called, is a passionate and dedicated economic developer who has been serving the Development Board of Cherokee County since 2015. A native of Sarasota, Florida, Ken holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Organization Management from Ashford University. With more than 10 years of experience in various economic development roles, Ken has a wealth of knowledge and skills that he applies to his work in attracting and retaining businesses in Cherokee County.
Noah Beason is Deputy Director of the Cherokee County Development Board, joining the team in September 2023. He graduated from Wofford College in May 2023 with majors in both Business Economics and History. A Cherokee County native, Noah is committed to helping the community grow into a prosperous region. He is an active member of the SC Economic Developers Association, the Upstate SC Alliance, and the Gaffney Rotary Club.
Kevin has served as the Retention and Recruitment Coordinator for the Cherokee County Development Board since September 2026. A native of Cherokee County, Kevin holds a bachelor’s degree from Campbell University. He looks forward to leveraging his experience and skills to help build, strengthen, and promote the continued growth of Cherokee County.
The Cherokee County Development Board is operated under a 9 member Board of Directors. Members serve 3 year terms, nominated by County Council Members and voted on by the
full membership. The Board meets every 4th Monday of the month at 12 p.m. open to the public.
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