Sydney McBride has served in leadership roles at several of Ohio Living’s life plan communities throughout her 10-year tenure. In 2015, she started as an administrator-in-training, when Ohio Living Quaker Heights was a stand-alone community, and over time, advanced to executive director. In 2021, she made a lateral move to Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber, where she is currently the executive director.
Finding mentors you can trust and lean on for support is paramount to Sydney. “You can’t do this alone and having someone who really understands the industry and what you might be going through is a huge help,” she elaborated.
When asked about the most rewarding parts of her day-to-day, Sydney expressed that she enjoys creating pathways for growth and succession plans. “I really love when I can support a passionate and dedicated teammate to grow within the organization,” she said. “Getting to interact with our residents is rewarding also. I am in awe of the talented individuals who choose to call Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber home, and there is so much knowledge and experience here that the residents are willing to share.”
On the home front, Sydney and her partner, Alex, have two dogs, Darcy and Crew. They take two 1.5-mile walks every day with their four-legged family members and can often be found spending time outdoors - biking, hiking, golfing and gardening. Cheering for the Columbus Crew (at almost every home match!) is another beloved activity for the couple, along with traveling around the world.