Sean Doyle

By McKenzie Stalnaker

Sean Doyle, chief operating officer for McKinley Architecture and Engineering, is a lifelong resident of Wheeling, WV, and a distinguished member of his community.

Following his high school graduation, he left West Virginia to attend Cornell University, where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in applied economics and business administration. After completing his degree, Doyle lived in New Jersey, Georgia, California and Ohio before eventually returning home.

Doyle’s professional journey began at Golden Bell Management, a firm specializing in high-end golf course properties, where he managed caddie programs. This role provided him with the opportunity to work at some of the most prestigious golf courses, including Augusta National Golf Club and Pebble Beach Golf Links. A highlight of his early career was caddying during the 2002 Masters Tournament. These formative experiences equipped Doyle with valuable insights into leadership.

“Throughout my career, I have valued personal relationships and the ability to foster mutual respect among those I work with,” he says. “This role taught me the significance of empathy in leadership and the crucial need to understand that everyone is navigating unique circumstances in their lives. I firmly believe empathy is a non-negotiable characteristic of a true and influential leader.”

While Doyle’s current role at McKinley includes a broad range of responsibilities, the primary emphasis is on operational efficiency, enhancing organizational culture and maintaining a profitable business model, while also focusing on the well-being of team members. Doyle views his most important responsibility as ensuring the staff finds joy in their work, has access to the necessary resources to perform effectively and receives appropriate recognition for their contributions.

A significant portion of Doyle’s endeavors is dedicated to giving back to the community, whether through volunteering or mentoring youth and peers. These formative experiences, along with future work in management, coaching and teaching equipped Doyle with valuable insights into leadership.

“Students come from different backgrounds and life experiences, and after years of mentoring, it’s wonderful to see their growth and the influence I may have had,” Doyle says.

Many individuals find fulfillment not only in their achievements but also in their contributions in others’ lives, and Doyles exemplifies this spirit of service.

“I have enjoyed helping others see their future in different ways, identifying their potential and opportunities that may exist,” Doyle says. “It’s what I enjoy most in talking with our team across different stages of their career with different priorities across all aspects of life.”

Doyle currently holds leadership positions in several organizations, including serving as the head coach of the Wheeling Wrestling Club. This organization helps boys and girls ages 5 to 14 develop essential skills in wrestling as well as lifelong skills. Doyle’s contributions include fundraising, which allows the elimination of participation fees, as well as organizing practices and competition schedules.

As director of the Annual Youth Program at First Baptist Church, Doyle oversees the Adventurer Club for children aged 2 to 12. This program develops complex theological concepts into engaging lessons and facilitates scripture memorization.

Doyle also works as a volunteer for the FACTS Impact Men’s Group, an organization focused on assisting the underprivileged in the Wheeling region. He supports the organization’s mission to provide access to shelter, nutrition and health care.

“Throughout my life, community service and engagement have been a priority,” Doyle says. “It started to become a greater interest while in college when I had the opportunity to be part of a service-based organization and continued throughout my professional career. I have always felt we are here on earth to help others. It’s a simple statement, but it’s what drives my desire to give back.”