Youth Leadership August Class of 2026 Co-Chairs Announced

Leadership Augusta is proud to announce that Dr. Katrina Hutchins and Ashley Whitaker will serve as Co-Chairs for the Youth Leadership Augusta Class of 2026! 🎉

🌟 Meet Your Leaders:
🔹 Dr. Katrina Hutchins (Class of 2025) – Founder & President of Re-Source Solutions, specializing in leadership development and organizational growth. A Certified Personal & Executive Coach, accomplished author and speaker, and advocate for youth empowerment, she leads initiatives like the Voice Leadership Camp. Dr. Katrina holds a Doctorate in Education from Northeastern University and resides in Grovetown.

🔹 Ashley Whitaker (Class of 2025) – Director of the Columbia County School District Foundation, with over 15 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and marketing. She has played a key role in major fundraising efforts, including raising over $500,000 for JA of Georgia’s JA Discovery of the CSRA. Ashley holds a Master of Public Administration and a Nonprofit Management Certificate from Augusta University, and she lives in Summerville.

📢 Applications are OPEN for Youth Leadership Augusta’s revamped Class of 2026! Designed for rising juniors and seniors, this program cultivates young leaders through immersive educational experiences, leadership training, and community engagement.

⏳ Deadline to apply: April 26th!
📍 Learn more & apply today: leadershipaugustaga.com

Join us in welcoming Dr. Katrina and Ashley to their new leadership roles!