Our Team
Sydney bailey
Meet Sydney Bailey, the dynamic and dedicated real estate sales assistant at Clay Palmetto Group with Keller Williams Realty. Hailing from Great Falls, South Carolina, Sydney brings a vibrant energy and professional expertise to the team. A proud graduate of the University of South Carolina with a degree in Business Administration, she seamlessly blends her academic foundation with a passion for exceptional client service and operational excellence.
As the backbone of the team’s day-to-day operations, Sydney masterfully handles administrative tasks, ensuring every detail is managed with precision and care. Her organizational prowess and commitment to excellence empower our real estate agents to deliver unparalleled service to clients, whether they’re buying their dream home or selling their current one. Sydney’s warm, approachable nature makes her a trusted point of contact, fostering connections that turn transactions into meaningful experiences.
Beyond the office, Sydney cherishes quality time with family and friends and maintains an active lifestyle at the gym, where her discipline and dedication shine. These qualities translate into her professional life, where she approaches every task with enthusiasm, reliability, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact. Sydney is not just an assistant—she’s a vital part of the Clay Palmetto Group family, committed to helping clients and colleagues thrive.
Anna deel
Anna Deel is the esteemed team coach at Clay Palmetto Group with Keller Williams Realty, bringing a wealth of expertise and an inspiring passion for empowering others to the Columbia metropolitan area and its surrounding communities. With over a decade of experience as a successful real estate agent, Anna has transitioned her deep industry knowledge into a pivotal role, guiding and mentoring agents to achieve excellence. Her mission is to ensure every team member is equipped with the skills, confidence, and consistency needed to deliver exceptional service to clients, whether they’re buying their dream home or selling their current one.
As a coach, Anna excels at fostering professional growth, offering personalized training, strategic insights, and ongoing support to help agents navigate the complexities of the real estate market. She cultivates a culture of collaboration and accountability, ensuring the team adheres to the highest standards of integrity and client care. Anna’s leadership is both nurturing and motivating, blending practical expertise with a genuine commitment to seeing others succeed. Her ability to inspire agents to reach their full potential makes her an invaluable cornerstone of the Clay Palmetto Group.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Anna finds joy in the serenity of the outdoors, where she indulges her love for camping and other outdoor activities. Above all, her heart is driven by a profound passion for helping others, a quality that radiates through her coaching and strengthens the entire team. Anna Deel is more than a coach—she’s a mentor, a guide, and a beacon of positivity, dedicated to uplifting her team and transforming lives through the power of real estate.
JOAQUIN CLAY
Clay Palmetto Group, proudly powered by Keller Williams Realty, is a veteran-owned real estate team led by CEO Joaquin Clay, a retired U.S. Army Special Operations NCO who specialized in Psychological Warfare. With a distinguished military background, including contracting as a Special Operator for various government organizations, Joaquin brings discipline, integrity, and leadership to the real estate industry. Boasting 10 years of experience in real estate sales, he is ranked among the top 1% of Realtors in South Carolina, delivering exceptional results for clients through expertise and dedication.
Guided by his Christian faith, Joaquin is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree, infusing Christian values into the core of Clay Palmetto Group. The team shares a unified vision to serve both clients and the community, committing to donate up to 51% of all net proceeds to vetted Christian organizations that advance the growth of the Lord’s kingdom.
One of the team’s key initiatives is partnering with nonprofit organizations to establish a Christian nonprofit summer school. This program is designed to equip children with essential life skills often absent from traditional education, including financial literacy, business development, entrepreneurship, and more.
“At Clay Palmetto Group, we are dedicated to more than just buying and selling homes; we strive to create a brighter future through faith, service, and meaningful community impact for all our clients, whether they are seeking their dream home or transitioning from their current one.”
- Joaquin Clay, 2025
Haley THOMASON
Hailing from the heart of our community, Haley brings an infectious energy and professional expertise to the Clay Palmetto Group with Keller Williams Realty. With a keen strategic mind and an unwavering commitment to integrity, she excels at crafting personalized strategies that guide clients through every step of their real estate journey—whether they’re first-time homebuyers, savvy investors, or making their next big move.
Haley’s dedication to excellence is matched by her ability to build genuine connections, ensuring every client feels confident and supported. Her deep local knowledge and authentic approach make her a trusted partner, turning transactions into seamless and rewarding experiences.
Outside the world of real estate, Haley’s vibrant spirit shines through in her love for running, pickleball, and local volunteer work. These passions reflect her commitment to an active lifestyle and community involvement, qualities that translate into her professional life with enthusiasm and reliability. Haley isn’t just an agent—she’s a vital part of the Clay Palmetto Group family, dedicated to helping clients achieve their dreams with confidence and care.