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The National Board of Directors

The JCI USA National Board of Directors serves as the governing body responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operations, and initiatives of JCI USA, the United States branch of Junior Chamber International (JCI). Made up of elected and appointed leaders from across the country, they work collaboratively with local leadership to advance the organization’s mission of providing opportunities for young people to develop leadership skills and create positive change in their communities. Led by the National President, board members fulfill various roles, such as Vice Presidents, State Presidents, General Legal Counsel, and Leadership Development Director. Together, they coordinate national programs, support local chapters, and represent JCI USA on the international stage. Through their collective vision and dedication, they ensure the vitality and impact of JCI USA, empowering young leaders to make a meaningful difference both locally and globally.

About JCI USA's Leadership

JCI USA’s Board of Directors is comprised of the Executive Committee and State Presidents. They are dynamic group of leaders aged 18-40 dedicated to guiding the organization towards its mission of empowering young people to create positive change. This Board of Directors is elected annually from across the nation, with representation from all State Organizations. As part of the Board of Directors, the national Executive Committee is composed of elected officers and appointees who guide the national level of the organization, deliver programming that empowers young leaders, and support their respective local and state levels. 

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is made up of young leaders from around the country. They are tasked with growing and sustaining the impact and mission of JCI USA along with the State Presidents.

Bethanie Miller, President
Josh Hoveln, Deputy President
Vanessa Birchler, Past President
Cassie Van Gompel, Chief of Staff
Newlyn Wing, Executive Director
Jubert Paul Ong, Vice President
Allie Sears, Vice President
Chris Solin, Vice President
Morgan Tedder, Vice President
Chris Thompson, Vice President
Danyella Terrell, Vice President
Andrew Lanier, General Legal Counsel
Patrick Meyer, Treasurer
Aaron Gauldin, Leadership Development Director
Joe Berry, Membership Development Director

State Presidents

State Presidents represent their local chapters and State Board of Directors at the national level by serving on the National Board of Directors. 

Joe Bealer (CA)
Christina Lapierre (CT)
Samar Kargo (DE)
(FL)
Sydney Davis (GA)
Cosmo Hirai (HI)
Lanna Bartko (IL)
Amanda Birch (IA)
Caitlin Yoder (KY)
Chris Williad (LA)
Kayleigh Gratz (MI)
Carolyn Kostelecy (MN)
Karl Eisenring (MS)
Kaylee Buckman (MO)
Kevin Clark Holmes (MT)
Nick McNew (NE)
MK Cordova (NV)
Chuck Mayangao (NY)
Autumn Gentry (NC)
Abby Spraggins (OH)
Shelby Spencer (SC)
Ryan Lavigne (TN)
Chris Guelker (TX)
Sean Brady (VA)
Izzy Hmirick (WI)