India Whaley

I'm an attorney currently serving as Associate Counsel for South Carolina REALTORS®, the statewide trade association representing real estate professionals across South Carolina. In my role, I provide legal support to the association and its members, including guidance related to real estate contracts and other legal issues affecting the industry. Before transitioning into legal practice, I spent three years with Truist Financial Corporation and gained experience in commercial lending, risk management, and compliance. I hold both a Juris Doctor and an MBA, and my career has consistently centered on the intersection of real estate, finance and law.

The CREW Network Foundation Scholarship opened the door for me to enter the real estate and finance industries. Through my CREW connections, I secured an internship and a fellowship focused on community economic development. I also gained several mentors who helped shape my career path.

Two of those mentors introduced me to opportunities in the financial services industry. That exposure eventually led me to Truist Financial Corporation, where I worked for three years. Most importantly, CREW gave me access to relationships and opportunities that have continued to influence my career. I am now able to bring those experiences with me as I build my legal career in the real estate industry.