Cheryll Woods-Flowers, Home Grown On Charleston's Shore

Cheryll Woods-Flowers

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Cheryll N. Woods-Flowers is a well-known figure in both the political and business landscapes of Mount Pleasant, SC, renowned for her dedication to public service and professional excellence.

Born and raised in Mount Pleasant, Cheryll attended Moultrie High School, graduating in 1972. She then pursued her higher education at the College of Charleston, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting in 1981. Later, she completed the Masters in Accountancy Program at the University of Charleston in 1998 and graduated from the Leadership Trident program with the Chamber of Commerce.

Cheryll's political career began in 1986 when she served on the Mount Pleasant Town Council until 1992. In February 1992, she was elected to fill the unexpired term of Mayor Richard L. Jones and later went on to be elected Mayor of Mount Pleasant in August 1992, serving a total of four years. She was re-elected for another four-year term in September 1996, running unopposed.

In her professional journey, she worked as a Senior Accountant at Hyland Rudd Garbett before becoming the CFO of Carolina Youth Development Center. Later, she ventured into real estate in 2002, and is recognized as a Top Producer with Coldwell Banker Realty. 

Beyond her professional endeavors, Cheryll is deeply involved in her community. At the College of Charleston, she is a Past Board Member and Past President of the Cougar, Past 3 Term member of the Alumni Board of the Director, and Past Member of the School of Business and Economics Advisory Board. She chaired the Town of Mount Pleasant Shem Creek Task Force, chairs the Disabilities Board of Charleston County, Chairs the SC Advisory Council on Aging and is an Alzheimer's Appointed Ambassador to the First District member of Congress. Her community involvement has also included service on the Mount Pleasant Planning Commission, College of Charleston Alumni Association, and Lowcountry Crime Stoppers, among others.

Cheryll's contributions have been recognized through various awards and honors, including the College of Charleston Alumni Association "Alumna of the Year" Award in 1995, the SC Order of the Palmetto (SC's Highest Civilian Honor) in 2005, and being named a Woman of Distinction by the Lowcountry Girl Scouts. She has also received professional accolades such as the Realtor of Distinction and membership in the Coldwell Banker Diamond Society.

Throughout her multifaceted career, Cheryll has demonstrated unwavering commitment to her community, outstanding leadership in both public service and business, and an enduring passion for making a difference in the lives of those around her.

Cheryll considers herself most blessed by her two daughters and 3 grandchildren.

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