At the top of Toby Wessel’s list of credentials, you’ll find husband, father, son, brother, business owner, and born again Christian. Born and raised in the Carolinas, Toby found his way to the Lowcountry in 2007, settling in after he met the love of his life playing kickball. They tied the knot in 2012 and now have a full house with four beautiful kids and a dog. Toby moved to Charleston to build up the family business, joining forces with his father and two of his brothers at New Beginnings Construction. After 16 years in business, they continue to grow and serve our community’s construction needs.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I’m the youngest of 5 boys. I have a beautiful wife and am blessed to be the father of 3 girls and a son. We live, work, parent, worship, and play in West Ashley.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I’m part owner of New Beginnings Construction. I enjoy helping my lowcountry neighbors follow their dreams as they renovate and restore their homes.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Wild Olive and Halls Chophouse probably top the list. There’s so many good restaurants in Charleston; it’s hard to list them all!
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I moved to Charleston in 2007.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Working in and around people’s homes and properties has introduced me to many neighbors with interesting stories to tell. I’ve even run into Bill Murray a couple times!
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Italy! My wife and I would start at the top and explore, soak up the culture, and dine our way to the bottom of the boot!
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Anything Tyler Sheridan creates.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Put your trust and faith in Jesus Christ!
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Hike through the Grand Canyon and whitewater raft down the Colorado River.
Q: What is your go to band when you cant decide what to listen to?
The Allman Brothers’ Eat a Peach album.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Charleston Carriage Tours
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
Tom Hanks. Having grown up watching his movies, I’ve always admired him. He has kept his family, marriage, and integrity intact in spite of the industry he works in.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
The history of the entire Lowcountry and the downtown architecture.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Surrounded by my family and friends, enjoying the fruits of our labor.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I cant chew sweet gum. I literally will swallow it in seconds… It’s best I just stay away!
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Taking an air tour over the Rocky Mountains in a Cesna with my wife. It’s unbelievable seeing the mountains from that view!!
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
I really enjoy the fall in the Charleston. Less hot during the day, comfortable at night, and the return of college football!! My favorite holiday is Christmas; there’s nothing like Christmas with a house full of kids!
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Eating fresh seafood on the deck as the sun sets over of Bowens Island.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My family and friends
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
The smell of a freshly cut yard
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
A mess of happiness
