Tony K. Cox to Represent Seventh Congressional District 

Columbia, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster today announced the interim appointment of Myrtle Beach businessman Tony K. Cox to the state Department of Transportation Commission representing the seventh congressional district. The appointment follows the Thursday resignation of former commissioner Mike Wooten.

“Tony is a highly respected leader in our state’s business community and his service to our state will be invaluable,” said Gov. McMaster. “He will ensure taxpayer dollars are properly used to pave and repair roads because that’s what South Carolinians deserve. He will be an advocate for reform and efficiency because that’s what the system needs.”

Cox, a graduate of Coastal Carolina University, is a real estate professional with over 35 years of experience. He currently serves as the executive vice president at Burroughs and Chapin Co, Inc. in Myrtle Beach.

Cox has previously served on the South Carolina Real Estate Commission, Horry County Planning Commission and the Myrtle Beach Air Base Redevelopment Authority.

Cox, 59, is a resident of Horry County.