NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. -- The City of North Myrtle Beach is pleased to officially announce the appointment of Ryan Fabbri as City Manager. Fabbri has served as Interim City Manager since September 2024 and was previously the City’s Assistant City Manager beginning in February 2023.
“I am profoundly honored and grateful for the trust the Mayor and City Council have shown in appointing me as City Manager,” said Fabbri. “My nine months as interim have provided an invaluable opportunity to collaborate closely with our outstanding staff, our highly engaged residents, and a truly progressive City Council. I am thrilled to officially take on this position. My goal is to ensure our city government is transparent and efficient, that our public services are continuously enhanced, and that we maintain the exceptional quality of life we all enjoy. We will continue to champion fiscal responsibility, invest wisely in our infrastructure, and, most importantly, actively listen to and incorporate input from all members of our community as we shape our future together.”
Fabbri brings more than a decade of experience in municipal government. Before coming to North Myrtle Beach, he served as the Town Administrator of Pawleys Island from 2015 to 2022, where he led several major infrastructure and community initiatives, including a $15 million beach renourishment project and the construction of a new town hall. He previously served as Assistant Town Administrator for Pawleys Island from 2013 to 2015.
Fabbri holds a Master of Public Administration from Clemson University and a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Coastal Carolina University. He is a Certified Floodplain Manager and has completed both the Local Government Leadership Institute and its Advanced Leadership Academy.
Mayor Hatley stated, “Ryan has demonstrated steady leadership, a deep understanding of our City, and a strong commitment to public service. His collaborative approach with both staff and the community made him the clear and confident choice for City Manager.”
The City of North Myrtle Beach looks forward to continued progress and innovation under Fabbri’s leadership.