Message from the 2023-2024 Board

Dear Georgia 4-H,

On behalf of the Georgia 4-H State Board of Directors, we extend our warmest greetings and heartfelt appreciation for the opportunity to represent Georgia 4-H this year. As a group of dedicated high school students, we are honored to serve in a leadership capacity for over 150,000 youth statewide, empowering them to become confident, responsible, and compassionate individuals.

Since its inception, the Georgia 4-H program has been committed to providing exceptional learning experiences that promote personal growth, leadership development, and community engagement. We are excited to advocate on behalf of the youth of our organization to stakeholder groups, elected officials, volunteers, and staff.

The State Board of Directors comprises nine members, a President, Vice President, three State Representatives, and four District Representatives. We have diverse backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive environment where all youth can thrive.

Through the unwavering support and guidance of our county office staff, volunteers, and state staff/faculty, we can represent our organization and be a role model for countless young people across the state. We are excited for the year ahead as we serve as champions for the Georgia 4-H program and models of positive youth development.

Making the Best Better,

Thomas Holt, President
Brittney Bryant, Vice President
Hoke Lucas, State Representative
Tiffani McClain, State Representative
Sharandon Gay, State Representative
Jack Wurst, Northeast District Representative
Naomi Jackson, Northwest District Representative
Amiyah Elam, Southeast District Representative
Allie Braddy, Southwest District Representative

Meet Your Current Board of Directors

Thomas Holt, President // Ben Hill County

Thomas is a high school junior and has been a part of 4-H since the fourth grade. He previously served as the president of the Southwest District Senior Board of Directors and president of the Junior Board of Directors. Thomas began his 4-H career with shooting sports, a program that he has remained active in since. Thomas is a master 4-H’er in Land Judging, alongside serving as a Tech Ambassador, Ag Tech Changemaker, and a teen leader. Thomas enjoys using talents he discovered in 4-H, such as public speaking, within his community, driving him towards competing in the Leadership in Action project. Beyond 4-H, Thomas is a member of the Tiftarea Academy Student Council, varsity shotgun team, and literary team, in which he participates in the impromptu speaking category. He cites 4-H for giving him the confidence to express himself and explore his interests and is honored to represent Georgia 4-H as State Board president. 



Brittney Bryant, Vice President // Toombs County

Brittney is a high school senior and has been involved in 4-H since the 5th grade. She previously served as Southeast District Senior Board Vice President and is a Georgia 4-H Healthy Living Ambassador. Brittney is a certified teen leader and enjoys working with younger 4-Hers. She has continued to compete at DPA as well as several judging teams. Beyond 4-H, she is a Toombs County High School Redcoat Band Majorette and is a member of FCCLA. After high school, Brittney plans to attend college to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice. Brittney is excited to serve as Georgia 4-H State Board Vice President.



Hoke Lucas, State Representative // Oconee County

Hoke is a high school junior and has been a 4-H’er since he was in the fifth grade. He previously served on the Northeast District Senior and Junior Board of Directors. Hoke is a certified teen leader and loves to teen lead at cloverleaf camp. He enjoys encouraging younger children to stay involved in 4-H and participate in more activities. Hoke’s favorite event is Senior Conference because he gets to spend time with everyone from across the state. Beyond 4-H, Hoke participates in Varsity Track and Field competing in the pole vault event. Hoke believes that 4-H has developed him as a person and helped him create relationships that will last a lifetime.

 

Tiffani McClain, State Representative // Jasper County

Tiffani is a high school senior and has been a 4-H’er since the fifth grade. She previously served on the Northeast District Junior and Senior Board of Directors. She got her 4-H start competing in DPA and attending summer camp. Tiffani is grateful for all the opportunities available to her through Georgia 4-H. She credits 4-H for helping her discover her passion for public speaking and molding her into the great speaker she is today. Beyond 4-H, Tiffani holds leadership positions with other school programs including Beta Club and FBLA.  She is looking forward to serving Georgia 4-H as a State Representative and aims to inspire the next generation of young 4-H’ers to make the best better!

 

Sharandon Gay, State Representative // Clinch County

Sharandon is a high school junior and has been involved in 4-H since the fifth grade. He previously served on the Southwest District Senior Board of Directors and currently serves as the president of the Clinch County 4-H Club. Sharandon has competed at District Project Achievement since his fifth-grade year. His favorite 4-H events are Fall Forum, State Council, and serving as a Certified Teen Leader at Cloverleaf Camp. He enjoys serving the youth in his  4-H Club and watching the excitement on their faces as they achieve their goals in various activities. When Sharandon is not serving in a 4-H role, his time is spent marching with the Clinch County Band of P.R.I.D.E. 

 

Jack Wurst, Northeast District Representative // Columbia County

Jack is a high school junior born into 4-H with an active family in the organization. He previously served as the vice president of the Northeast District Junior and Senior Board of Directors. Jack is engaged in the Columbia County 4-H club, competing on the Project Safe shotgun team as well as being a certified teen leader. His main project area is Dairy Foods but has also included Better Breakfast and the Beef project. Jack’s favorite 4-H event is senior camp because he loves to meet 4-H’ers from across the state. Jack has always dreamed of continuing the family cattle farm and plans to pursue a degree in livestock management. Outside of 4-H, Jack participates in varsity football, hunting, and just about anything outdoors. He is honored to serve the Northeast District on the State Board of Directors.

 

Naomi Jackson, Northwest District Representative // Bibb County

Naomi is a high school junior from Bibb County and has been involved in 4-H since she attended camp at Rock Eagle in the fourth grade. That memorable experience led her to more amazing opportunities within the program. She has previously served on the Northwest District Junior Board and as President of the Northwest District Senior Board. She has also been a Georgia 4-H Ready-4-life Ambassador. Naomi enjoys participating in her county’s Archery and Forestry teams and inspiring kids as a certified teen leader. Georgia 4-H has allowed her to be immersed and explore her passion and love with Arts and Communications, expanding on it with numerous experiences. Outside of 4-H, Naomi is a part of the Student Government Association with her school, Art Club, SkillsUSA, Theatre, and many other organizations. Whether it’s competing at District Project Achievement, attending events throughout the year, or simply dancing to “Rather Be” with her friends, 4-H has offered her so much and will always have a place in her heart.

 

Amiyah Elam, Southeast District Representative // Ware County

Amiyah is a high school senior and has been involved in 4-H since the fourth grade. She previously served on the Southeast District Junior and Senior Board of Directors. Amiyah has been a vocalist in Clovers and Company for six years where she credits finding her “spark” for 4-H. Amiyah is also a two-time National Youth in Action Award finalist for her nonprofit project “I AM”, an organization empowering youth through self-love, skill development, critical awareness, and opportunity. Because of this honor, Amiyah has traveled across the country sharing her story and how 4-H has changed her life. She is a Master 4-H’er in Public Speaking, winning with her speech highlighting the history of the black extension program. Amiyah’s favorite 4-H events are the National 4-H Congress and State Congress, and she is a Georgia 4-H Tech Ambassador. Beyond 4-H, Amiyah serves as her school’s BETA club President and class President and works for Ware County High’s “Bridge to Success” program as a peer college counselor. Although she is always on the go, one of her biggest passions is serving the Waycross community a cup of coffee at Ellianos in Waycross where she has worked for a year and a half! Amiyah is humbled and honored to represent the Southeast district one final time on State board. 

 

Allie Braddy, Southwest District Representative // Ben Hill County

Allie is a high school senior and has been an active 4-H’er since the fifth grade. Going to summer camp as a cloverleaf is where Allie’s journey in 4-H began. She previously served on the Southwest District Senior Board of Directors. She has participated in multiple judging teams and is a Master 4-H’er in Poultry Judging. Allie believes that becoming a certified teen leader is one of the most important things a 4-H’er can do. Inspired by 4-H’ers that came before her, she strives to become a role model and mentor for younger 4-H’ers and show them that 4-H isn’t just a club, it’s a family. Beyond 4-H, Allie participates in varsity soccer and swim, FCA, BETA club, marching band, theater, and literary at Fitzgerald High School. She is also an active member of the Central United Methodist Church youth group. Allie is prepared to serve the Southwest District this year and is honored to work alongside her fellow board members to represent Georgia 4-H.

 

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