Reghan Worden is originally from upstate New York, but recently purchased her second home here in Charleston. She fell in love with this city over 17 years ago when she was married to her husband Mark on Kiawah Island. Throughout their many travels, the couple hasn’t found another city that compares to Charleston. Over the years they continued to visit frequently and finally decided they wanted a place of their own. Though Reghan and Mark reside mainly in New York, they travel to Charleston quite frequently as they find it difficult to stay away for very long. With the ability to work remotely, Reghan says it has been such a blessing for the couple to be able to make Charleston their second home.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I’ve been married to my husband Mark for 17 years, and we have 2 teenage boys, Cameron and Bradford, and 2 Chocolate Labs named Milo and Mabel.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I am partner/owner of a custom steel window and door manufacturer – Bliss Nor Am. I love the creativity of my job and working with my clients to help create their design vision.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
FIG, 167 Raw, 82 Queen, Basic Kitchen, Hush – and that’s just to name a few.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
My husband and I purchased our condo in Jan. 2021 in downtown Charleston. I have worked with several clients over the years in the Charleston area, and it has been such a pleasure.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
We are planning on going to Ireland in June 2022 after our older son graduates from high school. Both my husband and myself have Irish heritage, and it is a place we have always wanted to visit.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Right now I’m finally watching The Blacklist and loving it. Nothing beats the classics like Seinfeld and King of Queens.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Don’t be afraid of change. After being in the medical field for many years, I was presented with the opportunity run my family’s business. Though the change was a huge learning curve for me I am so happy I choose to take the leap and begin a new career.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
I have many places I would love to see like Japan, Greece, and Iceland. We love to travel !
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I love the diversity of Charleston and the rich culture found throughout. The architecture and preservation of much of the original characteristics of Charleston make it so charming.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Hopefully living and spending at least 6 months of the year here in Charleston
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
That would probably be Cinque Terre in Northwestern Italy. The landscape was absolutely breathtaking and the local culture and food was unmatchable.
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
Living in upstate NY most of the time we enjoy our summers!
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My family inspires me everyday. They constantly encourage me to be my best and to push myself knowing I am more capable than I believe I am.
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies and Christmas trees
