COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) proudly announced that Pamela Bynoe-Reed, Director of Marketing & Community Affairs/PIO, has been named a 2025 SC Women in Business award recipient by Integrated Media Publishing.
The prestigious award recognizes outstanding women leaders across South Carolina for their career accomplishments, impact on their organizations, and service to their communities. Bynoe-Reed will be featured in the July 2025 editions of Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, Charleston Business Magazine, B2B: The Grand Strand, and B2B: Pee Dee Business.
“I am deeply humbled to be distinguished in the company of this group of outstanding female business leaders,” said Bynoe-Reed. “It is a blessing to do the work that I enjoy while making a difference in people’s lives with the support of my COMET team and Board of Directors. I work with a phenomenal group of folks who allow me to creatively promote our progressive mobility services to Midlands residents every day. For this, I am truly thankful.”
Bynoe-Reed is a seasoned and award-winning communications leader with over 15 years of experience across the transportation, energy, and healthcare sectors. Previously recognized in 2021 as a “Woman to Watch,” she continues to blaze new trails in public transportation marketing.
Among her accomplishments is the impactful “Saving Sarah’s Seat” campaign and her leadership in a $990 million voter-approved initiative that reshaped public transit funding in the region. A sought-after public speaker and current MBA candidate at USC’s Darla Moore School of Business, Bynoe-Reed is widely respected for her skills in strategic storytelling, crisis communication, and leadership development.
“We are so proud of Pamela being recognized for this award,” said Maurice Pearl, Executive Director of The COMET. “Her strategic leadership and innovative approach to marketing have been instrumental in advancing our mission. On behalf of the staff and The Board of Directors, we congratulate her.”
The 2025 honorees will be celebrated during the Women in Business Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, July 16, at The Hyatt in downtown Greenville. The event is a chance to honor these influential women while also fostering connection, inspiration, and professional growth.
For more information, contact The COMET at 803-255-7100, TDD/TTY: 711, email [email protected], or visit www.catchthecometsc.gov.
