Q: What was your first job? Landscaping outside in the heat of the summer in Columbia, SC

Q: If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Raising Cane’s

• Clemson University
• University of Kentucky

Michael Caldwell grew up in Lexington, SC and graduated from Clemson University Calhoun Honors College in 2006 with a BS in biochemistry. While at Clemson, Michael was active in intramural sports and a Christian ministry called RUF. He also met his bride Elizabeth (from Florence, SC) during his time there. They got married in 2006 and moved to KY to work for RUF. After two years, Michael felt called to pursue dentistry and started dental school at the University of Kentucky. He accepted an Air Force scholarship to help pay for school. After graduating from UK in 2012, Michael and Elizabeth moved to Keesler Air Force Base and then Robins Air Force Base.

Michael’s time in the military was invaluable for his dental career and his development as a leader. Michael was selected for the rank of Major but chose to leave the military and return to the upstate of SC. He and Elizabeth have three girls and one son. They are active members of Grace & Peace Presbyterian Church and enjoy everything Greenville has to offer. Some of Michael’s interests include, running, playing sports, watching the Clemson Tigers and spending time with his family.