Representative Jay West

John Taliaferro “Jay” West IV is an American politician and a member of the Republican Party. Born on November 29, 1964, he represents the 7th District in the South Carolina House of Representatives. Here are some key points about his background and career:

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree from Coastal Carolina University
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from Mississippi College School of Law

• Professional Journey:

  • Manager at State Farm Insurance (1986-1989)
  • Vice President of Institutional Relations at Erskine College (1993-2007)
  • CEO of The Partnership Alliance (2007-2009)
  • Principal at The Taliaferro Group (since 2009)

• Community Involvement and Awards:

  • Rotary Citizen of the Year, Abbeville County (2000)
  • Innovision Technology Award recipient (2001)
  • Served on various boards, including South Carolina BIO Board of Governors and Lander University Board of Visitors
  • Received the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce Business Champion Award (2019-2020)

• Public Service:

  • Belton City Council (2012)
  • Mayor Pro Tempore, Belton City Council (2014)
  • South Carolina House of Representatives (since 2017)

Representative West has been an advocate for education freedom and has worked to keep politics out of pensions. He continues to serve his community and constituents in the state legislature.