Chris joined our team at Kiawah River as the Community Association Manager when he joined Poston Community Management in May of 2022. Chris manages the day-to-day operations of the Community Association as well as having non-exclusive authority over the collection of assessments and other income, payment of expenses, purchasing of goods and services, staffing, accounting, bookkeeping, routine maintenance and operation of the Property.

Chris grew up in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He came to Charleston in 2006 after graduating from Appalachian State University with a bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management and minor in Business. He has earned his Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA) designation from the Community Association Institute (CAI). He was previously employed as a property manager on Kiawah Island, SC with 16 years of Hospitality Management experience.

Growing up in Alpena, Michigan surrounded by the beauty of Lake Huron and its vibrant local food culture, Sam developed an early passion for crafting unforgettable dining experiences that celebrate fresh, local flavors. This passion, combined with her hospitality business degree from Michigan State University, has shaped her impressive career in luxury resort management.

With leadership roles at the renowned Sea Island Resort beach club and Wild Dunes Resort, Sam has refined her expertise in operational excellence from cultivating a growth-minded culture within her team, to innovative and sustainable menu development practices. Her passion for curating exceptional guest experiences—both for our residents and visitors—truly aligns with the vision we have at Kiawah River.

Taylor joined the Kiawah River team in June 2023 transitioning from a hospitality role at the Jasper, with The Beach Company since 2021. She will coordinate and execute community public and resident events, manage private events and weddings, and act as a resource for incoming and existing Kiawah River residents. Taylor is an experienced event planner with a demonstrated history in food & beverage, event planning, and hospitality management. 

Prior to her time with The Beach Company, Taylor was the Marketing and Events Manager at First Tee – Greater Charlotte, and the Event Planner for Charlotte Country Club in Charlotte, NC.