Charleston Digital Announces Tyler Rickel as New Associate Director

Charleston Digital today announced the appointment of Tyler Rickel as Associate Director, effective February 16, 2026. In this newly created role, Rickel will provide strategic and operational support to the Executive Director while helping lead key functions all across the Charleston Digital (CDC) organization – including operations, finance, membership, marketing, events and programs.

Mr. Rickel, a native of Pennsylvania, graduated magna cum laude from the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Rickel brings a strong foundation in operations and client relationship development to CDC, in addition to a genuine passion for the growth of the Charleston community.

“Tyler is an energetic and dynamic young talent we are pleased to have join us,” said Executive Director Ernest Andrade.” Charleston Digital’s purview, and therefore the workload, continues to expand as we are seizing ever bigger opportunities for economic growth in our tech community. These are the kinds of challenges that are good to have. Tyler will be a welcome addition to us in these endeavors, and I look forward to putting him to work to the benefit of our community.”

As Associate Director, Rickel will work to broaden relationships and scale programs that connect entrepreneurs, employers, and technology professionals across the Lowcountry. His appointment reflects Charleston Digital’s commitment to concierge-level service for our members and the tech community at large as it continues to grow.