Mark Plowden

Mark Plowden is an experienced political and communications professional with a background in high-level governmental roles in South Carolina. Currently serving as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Governor since January 2017, Mark previously held the position of Chief of Staff in the South Carolina Office of the Lieutenant Governor. With a strong foundation in communications, Mark has worked as Communications Director for both the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the South Carolina Office of the Attorney General, where responsibilities included serving as a media contact and public policy advisor. Earlier experience includes roles at Richard Quinn and Associates and the South Carolina Republican Party. Mark holds a BA/BS in History and Political Science from Clemson University.