Meet The Team
At Down South on Main we do not take our hiring of employees lightly. We believe our employees become family and our family will always take care of the most important family members which are our customers. So with that being said, let's meet our family members.
Melissa Lemmond, is the proud owner of Down South on Main, Man Cave on Main, as well as Co-Owner of Down South Styles. She along with her family loves the Town of MP and community. When you step into the store you know you will be greeted with the sweetest smile and you will feel an instant connection with Melissa. The connection is so genuine you may not even realize she is the owner of the store. If you ask Melissa about the creation of Down South on Main you will hear her say "Our store was placed in our hands by our creator the Lord Jesus Christ". Melissa believes the store was given to her to be used as a platform to share the word and love of Jesus.
Susan Furr, "THE BOSS" is the Co-Owner of Down South Styles and Store Manager for Down South on Main and Man Cave on Main. She is a soul sister as well as a best friend to Melissa. She has a goal to always take a clients vision and make it a reality. Susan likes to work like a puzzle, moving pieces around, finding the best fit, and bring life to all of inventory. With a marketing and advertising background creativity plays a role in everything she does at the store. She is willing to brainstorm, try different concepts, and not afraid of change. She loves the Lord and shares her gift of lifting her voice with her Praise & Worship Team every Sunday.
Jeff Lemmond is the co-owner of both Down South on Main and Man Cave on Main, as well as the co-owner of the Carolina Picker's Festival and Swap Meet, where his passion for uncovering hidden treasure truly shines. Married to Melissa Lemmond for 20 wonderful years, Jeff is also a proud father to their three amazing children. Jeff is known as the "King of Finding Treasures', he has a incredible knack for discovering the coolest, most unique items, and he's always excited to share his latest finds with everyone.
Judy Joyner (aka, Nanny) is a store associate but is truly the store Nanny. She collects more family than anyone we know from kids, to customers, to our four legged friends, everyone loves Nanny. Nanny does like to be wild once in a wild, just check our a few of our Tik Toks, then you will understand. No matter what though, you will always be greeted and loved on by our store Nanny.
Barbara Taylor is "Our Store Nurse" and a store associate. With over 40 years of nursing experience, Barbara has spent her life selflessly caring for others, and she brings the same spirit into our store every day. If anyone is feeling under the weather she will be the first to care for them. She never slows down, never stops cleaning and ensures everything and everyone is at their best.
Jennifer Ritchie is our creative genius and an integral part of our team! From designing eye catching flyers , our new website, and crafting other materials we need to shine, Jennifer's talent knows no bounds. She is also an incredible baker! Her signature treat, the famous "Brookie" is a store favorite and just one of the ways she brings joy to everyone around her.
Presley Holland is a store associate who lights up the room with her sweet personality and contagious smile. Presley's love for the Lord shines through everything she does. She loves to help make displays, make arrangements and her favorite is redesigning our store windows. She also loves to sing with Susan on the Praise and Worship Team.
Jade Watts, a store associate is the tallest (most hilarious) members of our team! We love her not just for her height, which comes in handy when putting things up on walls and shelves, but also for her incredible sense of humor and wit. Did we mention she's also an amazing soccer player? Whether she's helping us around the store or cracking jokes, Jade ensures there's never a dull moment.
Alicia Smith, is our Mt. Pleasant Tiger "Booster Mom" and a store associate! She's a proud mom, whose husband and boys live and breathe sports! Whether she’s cheering from the stands, organizing events, or making sure everyone has what they need for game day, she’s always there with a smile and a helping hand. She brings her excitement to our store along with filling the Man Cave with Tiger spirit wear!
Meet Kristy Kirk, aka Goosie, aka the Gadget Queen is one of our amazing store associates, whose warm personality and infectious laugh make every visit to our store feel like a celebration! Kristy is also a talented cookie maker who brings a little extra sweetness to everything she does.