Meet Mayor Sloan J. Griffin III

Hello Blythewood!

My name is Sloan J. Griffin III, and I am honored to serve as your Mayor. My wife, Tennille, our son, Tristian, and our beloved Pomeranian, Mr. Rosco, are proud to call Blythewood our home. We love living, working, and playing in this remarkable community.

My connection to Blythewood began years ago during my deployment with FEMA to assist with the 2015 floods. While here, I spent many meals at local favorites like Lizard's Thicket, Carolina Wings, and Scottie’s Café. Blythewood left a lasting impression on me, and today I am blessed to be a resident, a husband, a father, and now, your Mayor.

My professional journey began in June 2005 as a firefighter, and it has been a privilege to dedicate my career to public safety and emergency management. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Fire and Emergency Management (Magna Cum Laude) from Kaplan University and currently serve as the Deputy Director of Emergency Management for Fairfield County. Additionally, I am proud to serve our nation as a Reservist for the Department of Homeland Security with FEMA, responding to disasters and protecting our homeland.

In 2016, I was deeply honored to receive the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control's highest operations award for "Excellence in Leadership and Service." Governor Nikki Haley recognized my contributions at a special luncheon at the Governor’s Mansion for my efforts in developing an emergency management system that integrated federal and state-recognized Native American tribal nations with established agencies.

Over my career, I have served our citizens in many roles, including Firefighter, Fire Marshal, Fire Captain, Operations Chief, and Public Safety Officer. With FEMA, I have responded to thousands of emergency calls, trained hundreds of individuals, and deployed over ten times within South Carolina and eight times nationally. Notably, I led strategic operational planning during the historic Hurricane Harvey response as Planning Section Chief for Houston, TX.

Now, as your Mayor, I am committed to building a better and brighter Blythewood—a community that listens, grows, and thrives. Together, we can ensure a safe and environmentally friendly town that celebrates its rich history, arts, and culture while fostering innovation and creating opportunities for everyone. I am dedicated to delivering results and shaping a future that reflects the needs and dreams of all Blythewood residents.

Thank you for entrusting me with the opportunity to serve this incredible town. Let’s work together to make Blythewood the best it can be!

Warm regards,

Sloan J. Griffin III
Mayor, Town of Blythewood, SC