Meet the Team at South & West Venues
At South & West Venues in Easley, South Carolina, our team is dedicated to making every wedding, shower, party, special event, or business gathering feel warm, welcoming, and beautifully organized. From your first tour of the property to the last guest goodbye, Valeria and Stephanie are here to guide you, support you, and make sure your day at South & West is unforgettable.
The Team Behind Your South & West Experience
Together, Valeria and Stephanie bring years of experience, hospitality, and heartfelt Southern charm to South & West Venues. They are present at every event, welcoming guests, coordinating details, and making sure your time at our Easley venue is as stress-free and enjoyable as possible.
Valeria Styles
Venue Manager & Lead Event Coordinator
Valeria Styles brings a warm, people-first approach to every event at South & West Venues. A graduate of Travelers Rest High School and North Greenville University, she combines her education with a genuine passion for hospitality to make guests feel welcomed, comfortable, and cared for from the moment they arrive.
Valeria especially loves working with the elderly and is known for her kind, patient nature. She has a heart for helping others feel at ease and enjoys learning new things, as well as exploring fresh ideas that make each wedding, shower, party, or gathering at our Easley venue special.
Outside of work, Valeria enjoys spending time with her six children and fourteen grandchildren, who are the joy of her life. She also loves thrifting and searching for antiques, spending time in her garden, and making memories with the people closest to her.
At South & West Venues, Valeria stays personally involved in every event, from the first planning conversation to the final send-off. Guests often remember her friendly smile and the way she quietly takes care of every detail.
Contact Valeria at valeria@thesouthandwest.com or call 864.859.3030
Stephanie Whitfield
Event & Guest Experience Coordinator
With over 20 years of experience in event planning and senior services, Stephanie brings a heartfelt passion for creating meaningful moments at South & West Venues. Her background working with senior citizens has shaped her warm, patient, and detail-oriented approach to every wedding, shower, party, and celebration hosted here in Easley, South Carolina.
Stephanie currently serves on the State Board for Activity Professionals, where she continues to advocate for engaging, high-quality experiences for others, especially senior citizens, who hold a very special place in her heart. That same commitment to care and connection is what guests feel when she works with them at South & West.
Married to her favorite fishing buddy for more than 22 years, Stephanie is a proud mom of three and grandmother of five. When she is not helping couples and families plan unforgettable events, you will likely find her on the lake at a fishing tournament or spending time with her family.
Guests often see Stephanie greeting them with a friendly smile, checking in to be sure everyone has what they need, and quietly taking care of the details that help events at South & West run smoothly.
Thinking about hosting your wedding, shower, party, or special event at South & West?
Valeria and Stephanie would love to meet you, show you the venue, and help you start planning. Call 864.859.3030 or reach out online to get started.