We are excited to share Sylvia as our newest Faces of the Golden Strip. With over 35 years of experience in banking and real estate, Sylvia has dedicated her career to helping people navigate one of life’s most important decisions, homeownership. Now serving as a Mortgage Banker Market Specialist with First Citizens Bank. She brings not only deep industry knowledge, but also firsthand experience as both a mortgage banker and realtor. Sylvia is known for her thoughtful approach, clear communication and unwavering commitment to ensuring each client’s journey is smooth, informed and successful. Reach out to Sylvia by clicking this link.
I’m a native of Greenville SC. The youngest of 5 siblings and have a passion for all things home interiors.Q: How long have you lived or worked in The Golden Strip?
I have lived and worked in the Golden strip community for 27 years.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
Outside of banking, I have a passion for interior design and home staging and I’m currently building a luxury staging brand.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in The Golden Strip?
The most interesting person that I’ve met in the Golden Strip area is Celeste Purdie. She’s a Serial Entrepreneur who inspires me to live out my dreams as she has.
Q: What current / former local business makes you the most nostalgic about The Golden Strip?
Brewster’s Ice cream and Carolina Fine Foods.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about The Golden Strip?
I love that everything I need is in close proximity
Q: With so much growth in our area, there are always new places popping up. Tell us about the a “new to you” place that you recently tried.
Bridgeway Station is a must stop for shopping, restaurants and the outdoor entertainment.
Q: What 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME or NEIGHBOR?
Family, Friends, and Laughter.
Q: If you had friends or family visiting you from out of town, what is the one place that you must take them to?
The Falls in Downtown Greenville
Q: If you had a free day with no plans, what would you do? Or where can we find you on the weekends?
Shopping for Home Decor
Q: If you were cast into a major motion picture and had your choice of anyone to be your co-star, who would you choose?
Morris Chestnut or Jesse Williams
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Horseback Riding
Q: What advice would you give to a crowd of people?
Be kind to one another.
Q: Who would you like to see nominated for this project, The Faces of The Golden Strip?
Ashley McKinney
