Christy Holder is a native to and resides in Myrtle Beach, SC with her husband and 20-year-old twins, Lewis and Andrea, who are both attending Clemson University pursuing Engineering Degrees. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Clemson University in 1995 and her Master of Business Administration from Coastal Carolina University (CCU) in 2008.

Christy joined Grand Strand Water & Sewer Authority (GSWSA) 22 years ago where she currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer. She is a licensed Professional Engineer in South Carolina and North Carolina and holds a Water and Sewer Utility Contractor’s license in both states. She is a member of the SC Section of the American Water Works Association, the Water Environment Association of SC, the SC Water Quality Association, and serves as Past-Chairman of the SC Water Utility Council.

Christy has served on the CCU Board of Visitors for the College of Science since 2013 and has recently joined the CCU Board of Visitors for the Wall College of Business. She is also a member of the Coastal Educational Foundation Board. She was named CCU’s 2018 Outstanding Alumnus of the Year. She was also named the 2022 Woman of the Year by the Conway Chamber of Commerce.

Christy has been very active in the community and currently serves as the Past Chairman for the Board of Directors for the United Way of Horry County, serves as the Board Chairman for the Conway Medical Center Foundation Board, and serves on the Conway Medical Center Board of Trustees.

Christy’s long-term goals include continuing to serve the communities of Horry County and the greater GSWSA service area, provide quality drinking water, reliable wastewater service, promote economic development, and improve the quality of life of its residences, businesses, and visitors. She is passionate about serving the community and being a role model for young women pursuing careers in STEM.

As a native of Horry County, Christy has always had a heart for giving back to the community through philanthropic organizations, volunteering in her church, and helping those in need in the communities.