Dr. Lori Heafner Selected as Next President of HGTC
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Area Commission has appointed Dr. Lori Heafner as the institution's next president following a national search. The selection was announced on September 18, 2026.
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) Area Commission has selected Lori A. Heafner, Ph.D., to serve as the college's next president. The decision was made following a comprehensive national search and announced on September 18, 2026.
Dr. Heafner is scheduled to assume her new role on October 1, succeeding an interim president who has led the college over the past several months. She brings a background in higher education leadership from various technical college systems across the United States.
The selection process spanned several months and involved a pool of candidates from across the nation. The Area Commission cited Dr. Heafner's experience and strategic vision as key factors in their decision.
HGTC, a public institution, provides technical education and associate degrees in Horry and Georgetown counties, South Carolina, aiming to meet regional workforce demands and foster economic development.