About Sterling Spaces

With nearly 30 years in the events industry, Wayne has seen scores of venues, many of them among the most highly regarded in the world. When he first viewed the WinMock property, he recognized an opportunity to create a place that brought together the best of what he had seen in his travels. From this vision, a truly unique and historical venue was born. Wayne then brought the perfect team on board to make it work. The result is Carolina’s most unique event venue with an experienced event industry veteran at its helm.

Sarah possesses more than 14 years of experience in the hospitality industry, showcasing her deep understanding and expertise in this field. She has a remarkable ability to engage with brides, facilitating the realization of their unique visions. She remains well-informed about the latest trends in the weddings and events industry, consistently monitoring developments and innovations that shape the market. Her dedication to WinMock is clearly reflected in her contributions to our venue, showcasing her enthusiasm and commitment to excellence in service.

Bill's background is widely known to many in the area. After 26 years of co-owning The Golden Apple, Bill's reputation as a professional chef is highly regarded. His knowledge of food and beverage as well as special events, is now perfectly applied to lead WinMock's sales efforts in the corporate and non-profit markets. Bill's creativity and passion for what he does is evident from the start.

Hailey brings over five years of experience in the event management industry, with a strong background in both corporate and social events. She thrives on creating seamless, memorable experiences and finds genuine joy in seeing her clients smiling on the day of their event, knowing her hard work has paid off. Known for being highly detail-oriented and a true task master, Hailey approaches every project with passion, precision, and a positive attitude. Her love for the event industry shines through in everything she does - always with a smile on her face.

Reagans background is rooted in events, having earned her Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management with a concentration in Conventions and Special Events from East Carolina University. For Reagan, the most special part of any event, specifically weddings, is seeing all the people you love gathered in one place - the kind of joy that can't be recreated - and she feels honored to play a role in making that magic happen. To Reagan, there is nothing more rewarding than watching a vision come to life in the details.

With a background in floral design, event coordination and a bachelor’s degree in Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Management from UNCG, Sydney brings a ton of value and knowledge to our wedding and social event clients. Sydney exhibits the perfect blend of detail-orientation, excitement, and genuine care, making her a beloved member of the team.

Aly has a background in business administration and started her career with Sterling working on our Operations team. Over the years she has also worked in our Meetings Division and Corporate Division, but has landed in our Weddings and Socials department, making her a person of much knowledge and talent! Aly has the ability to turn her client’s vision into reality. Her attention to detail and genuine care for each guest makes her a valued member of our team. If she isn’t making dreams come true for her clients, she’s spending time with family and her sweet pup.

Madi has a background in Hospitality and Tourism Management, earning her BSBA from Western Carolina University. Originally from Florida, she moved to North Carolina at a young age and proudly calls it home. With lifelong passion for events and eye for detail, Madi loves helping bring each client's vision to life while building meaningful connections along the way. Known for her bubbly personality and genuine care, Madi thrives in creating memorable experiences for every couple she works with. When she's not at work, you can usually find her spending time with her fiancé, friends, and family (especially her cat, Tallulah), or curled up on the couch with popcorn and a Diet Coke, watching her favorite movie or show!

Hattie serves as the Marketing and Communications Coordinator, blending creativity and strategy to tell meaningful brand stories. She is a proud graduate of Appalachian State University with a degree in Communications, Public Relations and a minor in Marketing. Hattie thrives in the creative process - whether that's crafting compelling content, refining brand voice, or dreaming up fresh ideas. Hattie is continually inspired by the ever-evolving wedding industry and finds joy in getting lost in the details that make each experience feel intentional and unforgettable.