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Camp CEO Bio Amy S. Dosik As CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, Amy leads the largest youth-serving nonprofit in the State of Georgia, serving 39,000 girls and 18,000 adult volunteers. At Girl Scouts, Amy has developed partnerships with the business and philanthropic communities that focus on addressing the biggest challenges facing Atlanta, including leadership development, workforce development, and the lack of qualified female STEM professionals. From a partnership with Google that provided thousands of Atlanta girls with their first coding experience to Girl Scouts’ sponsorship of the first all-girl robotics team from Georgia to advance to the international robotics championship, Amy’s leadership is making a difference in creating a strong pipeline of female STEM leaders. Amy believes that Girl Scouting needs to move at the speed of girls, and she is working to ensure that Girl Scouts continue to innovate to meet the needs of today’s girls. From the development of an innovative digital mapping tool that led to Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta’s performance as the #1 Council in the US in online cookie sales for two consecutive years to transformation in the Council’s business processes and technology platforms, Amy is constantly focused on delivering on Girl Scouts promise of building girls of courage confidence and character who make the world a better place. Amy leverages her experience as a former Big 4 accounting firm partner and attorney to bring much needed business acumen to the work of Girl Scouting. Amy also has a strong focus on corporate governance and accountability, leading to Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta’s selection as the 2016 Managing For Excellence Award winner by the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. Amy believes that leadership is a profound privilege and duty, and that the best form of leadership comes from the desire to serve others first. Amy was named one of 50 most influential nonprofit leaders by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and is a graduate of Leadership Atlanta. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: The best part of my job is being inspired by our amazing volunteers and girls. I love watching friendships, mentorships and relationships form among our participants in Camp CEO and seeing our girls being inspired to take the next step toward college and careers.
Camp CEO Bio Julie Anderson
Julie Anderson leads cross functional analytics and systems teams that provide sales and operations executives and leaders with trends and insights to drive better business decisions and achieve extraordinary results. At Equifax she has spent the majority of her career in leadership positions responsible for translating strategy and operational concepts into solutions and creating stimulating work environments to empower her teams to continually look for ways to better meet their customers’ needs. She serves as an active member on several customer advisory boards and technical organizations to provide guidance and stay in front of on technology advancements and shift in market trends. Her most recent focus is developing partnerships with external companies, university advisory boards, non‐profit work force development and youth organizations to address the growing challenge of developing talent to perform more complex analytics and utilize niche cloud based technologies to assist companies in remaining competitive in the market place. For her current team, she works with internal and external partners to ensure they are equipped with industry knowledge, tools and resources that enabled them to deliver a best in class experience and visibility into the business performance. To actively identify and prepare future talent, she serves as an advisory board member of UGA Terry School of College Business ‐ MIS department, a corporate sponsor of Year Up, Camp CEO Mentor for Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta and a session speaker at Georgia Southern Professional Development Program. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO:
‐ Being around energizing young girls to gain their perspectives, understand their dreams and seeing how I can assist them in taking the next steps into college and careers ‐ Reconnecting with the Girl Scout leadership team and my fellow Camp CEO mentors since I found them so energizing and inspiring last year
Camp CEO Bio Keesla Blay‐Miezah
Keesla Blay‐Miezah is the new Director of Sales for the Hilton Doubletree Atlanta Northlake. In this leadership role, Keesla will continue her relationship consultative approach to partner with businesses to assist with their group, meeting and hotel room needs. After spending over 15 years working in sales and marketing for top hotels, entertainment, hospitality and travel corporations, Keesla knows what groups are looking for when wanting a successful business meeting or unique party from start to finish. Keesla has landed groups including the Atlanta Hawks, the Atlanta Falcons, numerous national filming agencies and celebrity events. In addition to her extensive sales experience, Keesla has built, trained and lead large sales teams. She is also a designated certified meeting planner. In her free time, she loves to spend time with her family and her dog, Hazel. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO experience? To build some relationships with some great women and girls.
Camp CEO Bio Anne Bowen‐Long
Anne has proven to be a key leader within UPS. She is a seasoned business development executive with over 30 years of progressive experience spanning global sales, strategy, and supply chain. Anne spends her spare time in the community, dedicating significant energy to organizations that support the safety, welfare and development of women, children and animals. She and her husband (Matt) enjoy travel, Ultra 4 racing and live music. Their favorite venue is Red Rocks in Colorado. What do you hope to gain from this experience? The ability to share at least one thing that might inspire or encourage a future leader through kindness and fun! I'm also interested in exposing more women to Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta to support the troop moving forward. Personal Message: My scouting career started as a Brownie, moved through to Cadet and continues as an alumna. “Girl Scouting, camp especially, instilled in me the belief that I could do anything. It’s an honor to return that gift by helping empower over 39,000 girls in Atlanta to build the confidence, courage and character needed to be successful in the global arena. I’m proud to be a Girl Scout”.
Camp CEO Bio Marquetta Bryan
Marquetta is currently of counsel in Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP's Atlanta office. She primarily focuses her practice on serving as counsel to the three large school districts in metropolitan Atlanta – Atlanta, Fulton and DeKalb School Districts. Prior to joining Nelson Mullins, Marquetta was a Partner in the law firm of Carlock, Copeland & Stair, LLP. Marquetta is the Vice President of the Board of Directors for Georgia Legal Services, and also sits on the Boards for the Dekalb Symphony Orchestra and Leadership DeKalb. She is a 2017 Fellow of the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education Policy Program; and a 2016 graduate of Leadership DeKalb. In 2014, Marquetta was the recipient of the Justice Robert Benham Community Service Award from the State Bar of Georgia's Chief Justice's Commission on Professionalism. In 2013, Girl's Inc. honored Marquetta with the Strong Award. In 2010, 2011 and 2012, Marquetta was honored as a Georgia Rising Star in Atlanta Magazine/Law and Politics, voted by her peers as one of Atlanta's best young lawyers. In 2010, 2011 and 2012, the State Bar of Georgia honored Marquetta for Outstanding Service to the Profession, to the Public and to Young Lawyers, respectively. From 2009 to 2012, Marquetta served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar, including as the Director of Diversity and the Co‐Chair of the organization's Signature Fundraiser. She is a graduate of the 2008 Class of the YLD Leadership Academy of the State Bar of Georgia. Marquetta is a native of Atlanta and attended Atlanta Public Schools her entire K‐12 education. Marquetta earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Emory University in the dual majors of religion and sociology. While at Emory, Marquetta was honored to serve as an intern at the Jimmy Carter Library and Presidential Museum in President Carter's Interfaith Health Program, and at the Georgia Law Center for Poverty and Homeless, where she took a job after graduation. In 2002, Marquetta graduated cum laude from the Cleveland‐Marshall College of Law, where she served as the President of the Black Law Students Association, Vice‐Chair of the University Judicial Board, the faculty appointments committee and the co‐chair of the graduation fund development challenge. At graduation, Marquetta was honored by the National Association of Women Lawyers and the Urban League as the Outstanding Law Student. In 2000, Marquetta served as a legal honors intern in the Office of former Governor Roy Barnes. Marquetta resides in Atlanta with her husband Creighton Bryan, their three children, Campbell, Carrington and Clayborne, and their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Charleston. She enjoys running, traveling, photography, fashion and time with friends.
Camp CEO Bio Chevron Cardenas
Chevron is an experienced and successful business woman. Driven by her commitment to serve and her passion to achieve excellence, she takes pride in providing leadership guidance to approximately 145 associates. As the Vice President of Operations for Peach State Health Plan, she has proven results that contribute to superior performance for her organization and is recognized as a top performer amongst her colleagues. She is a leader with high ethical standards who conveys a commitment to fairness, instilling confidence in her employees while mastering the rules of success. Similarly, she prides herself as a leader with highly effectively communication skills in an environment that invokes social engagement, innovation, creativity, and ambition. Chevron instills an approach to leadership that clearly identifies talent and promotes next generation leaders. In addition to her primary job functions, she has been recognized by Centene for her extraordinary commitment to empower and lead others. Chevron is very passionate about her commitment to serve and presently volunteers for several community organizations to include Habitat For Humanity and varying faith based organizations. Chevron’s most rewarding roles include being a phenomenal mom to her 2 sons and 2 adorable shih tzus’ and a loving wife. In her spare time, Chevron enjoys traveling, event planning, massages and spending valuable time with her family and inspiring others to follow their dreams. What sets Chevron apart is her willingness to expound on the positive and identify and develop extraordinary talent. She truly has a passion for fostering creativity and sustainable solutions amongst her teams, family and colleagues. Chevron started her career with CIGNA HealthCare approximately 30 years ago as a Supervisor and quickly became a Manager, Director and Vice President of several fortune 100/500 companies. She is a certified Achieve Global Trainer and has attended varying Leadership Seminars. What motivated you to want to participate in Camp CEO? My personal motivation to participate in Camp CEO is sparked by my strong desire to empower girls with the tools they need to courageously lead with confidence and great character. Throughout my career, I have been inspired and shaped by female mentors, coaches and leaders because of them I stand tall. I hope to return the gifts I received to young girls striving to make a difference in the world. On a professional level, Peach State Health Plan’s partnership with the Girl Scouts has allowed our organization to impact the lives of more than 1,000 girls. Our ability to transform and inspire girls while strengthen communities deepens my commitment to cause. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO experience? I hope to gain an experience that is memorable and impactful for everyone who participates. I hope to make meaningful connections and be a great resource for our future female leaders.
Camp CEO Bio Kavita Chavda
Kavita is an IBM Distinguished Engineer with demonstrated Multi‐Generational Technology, Industry experience, and patent leadership with over 30+ patents. Her strong international business experience lies both at a deep technical level engagement and at the CxO level. This journey and relationships with others have strengthened her business acumen and team player mindset. Kavita has more than 20 years progressive experience in Enterprise architecture, large complex solution design, crisis management and product development. She is also very proud of her extensive experience managing new missions, acquisitions, cloud applications, and infrastructure transformation projects as well as solution delivery and process excellence. Growing up, she always wanted to be a leader in the areas of technology and quickly set her eyes on success by learning about project leadership within Information Technology, Financial Services sector, Telecom, Electronics, Government, Retail and research environments. With a proven record in effective communication, coaching and interpersonal skills, Kavita can connect at all levels of an organization. She is most proud of her ability to energize, inspire and grow women IT professionals. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO experience? Learn how to shape and guide young minds effectively as well as learn and grow personally.
Camp CEO Bio Stacey Chavis
Stacey Chavis is a Public Policy Consultant. She works with nonprofits to develop their public policy, advocacy and legislative agendas. Stacey founded Campaigns Academy train leaders to serve in elected or appointed office and serve in leadership positions for political candidates and campaigns. She is also the founder of Service is Cool, a clothing brand that promotes service and volunteering.
Stacey built her expertise in government, public service, public policy, advocacy and political leadership training through the years serving as the Southern Regional Director for the White House Project, Deputy Finance Director for the Democratic Party of Georgia, Finance Director for Congressman Hank Johnson (D‐GA 4th) and Constituent Services Representative for former Congresswoman Denise Majette (D‐GA 4th). She has also worked for all three branches of federal government.
In the community, Stacey serves on the Junior League of Atlanta Board of Directors as Vice President of Training and Development, the Oglethorpe University National Alumni Association, the United Way of Greater Atlanta Board of Directors as Public Policy and Advocacy Committee Chair and on the Wellspring Living Board of Directors.
In the Junior League of Atlanta, Stacey currently serves as Vice President of Training and Development and on the Board of Directors. She leads the training and development work for over 3,400 members. Previously, Stacey served as Vice President for Advocacy and Initiatives and on the Board of Directors leading the work to support the advocacy and initiative efforts in early childhood education, child sexual exploitation, human trafficking and generational poverty. She also served as Political and Public Affairs Committee Chair and on the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Committee for two years. Stacey has received the Active of the Year Award, Committee of the Year Award and the President’s Award for her commitment and service to the Junior League of Atlanta.
In 2013, Stacey received the Rising Star Award from the Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) for her work in educating our community about the real and present dangers of the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children. In 2016, Stacey served on the Safe Harbor Yes Committee with the United Way of Greater Atlanta. The committee educated the public on voting for the Safe Harbor Constitutional Amendment on the November 8 ballot to provide a dedicated funding source to serve the child victims of sexual exploitation and human trafficking.
Stacey is a cupcake connoisseur that plays the viola. She loves purple and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, especially the purple one. A native of Mauldin, South Carolina, Stacey graduated with Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with Politics minor from Oglethorpe University and the Women’s Campaign School at Yale University.
Camp CEO Bio Susan Davis Susan has spent 30 years in the healthcare field in various sales and sales operations roles. She received her Bachelor's degree at Indiana University and her Master's at Georgia State University. While she has lived most of those thirty years in Atlanta, she also had the opportunity to live in Washington, DC and in San Diego, California in support of her husband's career. Her current position as Executive Director in National Sales Operations at Kaiser Permanente allows her to have a front row seat on the evolving healthcare industry in the United States. Susan has a daughter who works for a nonprofit in Birmingham and a son who attends Auburn University (War Eagle!). What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: • I was a brownie and Girl Scout leader for five years and was impressed at the opportunities afforded girls through the organization. Now that my own daughter is grown (and getting married this year!) I feel I have time to give back to my community and feel the Girl Scouts is an organization where I can provide meaningful contribution. • I want to better understand how I can contribute to developing young women and prepare them to be successful in their life.
Camp CEO Bio Tjuan Dogan
Dr. Tjuan Dogan is passionate about education and using it as a tool to build communities. She currently serves as Corporate Citizenship Manager for IBM in Georgia, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Her work focuses on community and employee relations, corporate social responsibility, government affairs, and philanthropic programs. Prior to joining IBM, she served as Senior Program Officer with The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and Program Officer with the Southern Education Foundation. She also has prior experience with City Year and Merck. She is a native of Greenville, SC, and earned her Ph.D. in education, with a cognate in business management, at the University of South Carolina. She completed a year‐long fellowship at Harvard Business School after earning her Ph.D. In 2017, Tjuan completed a pro bono service assignment in Johannesburg, South Africa, as a participant in Corporate Service Corps, IBM’s premiere leadership program, patterned after the Peace Corps. She is an alumna of Leadership Georgia, Regional Leadership Institute (Atlanta), Education Policy Fellowship Program, and the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program. She serves on the boards of Communities in Schools Georgia and the Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta. She loves travel, golf, live theater, patio gardening and making stained glass art. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO experience? I'd like to dedicate some quality time to a girl, provide encouragement and support, and meet other like‐minded professional women who are interested in supporting our next generation.
Camp CEO Bio TeMaya Eatmon
TeMaya Eatmon is an experienced sales and project manager. TeMaya is a proud graduate of Clark Atlanta University with a Bachelor of Science in Management and Masters in Organizational Management and Leadership. TeMaya currently works for WallyPark Airport Parking where she has project management and sales duties as the Sr. Account Manager. She is very involved with several community organizations such as: Junior League of Atlanta, Habitat of Humanity, United Way of Greater Atlanta, and Susan G. Komen Atlanta Affiliate. She is a Diamond Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She enjoys traveling, cooking and most importantly spending time with family and friends. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO experience? What I hope to gain from my Camp CEO experience to be able to learn and grow more from the young ladies in the program themselves. I hope to gain new perspectives that may have been forgotten or not known. I hope that I am able to have a positive impact on my mentee or any other young lady participating in the program. It will also allow me the opportunity to foster relationships with other professional women that have a passion for Camp CEO and Girl Scouts as a whole.
Camp CEO Bio Carley Ferguson
Carley Ferguson is the Vice President – Internal Audit for Mohawk Industries. Mohawk Industries is a $10 billion global flooring manufacturing and distribution company with operations in 17 countries worldwide. Carley’s auditing career started in the Ernst & Whinney CPA Firm (now EY) in the Dallas, Texas office. She transitioned to internal audit as the Manager of Internal Audit for a wholly owned subsidiary of Raytheon in 1995 and then joined Dal‐Tile Corporation in November 1997 as the Director of Internal Audit.
After Mohawk Industries’ purchase of Dal‐Tile in March 2002, she took on finance and accounting roles as Director of SBU Finance and Director of Internal Controls. She was appointed to her current position in April 2006.
Carley holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Arlington. She is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Texas.
She has served with various community and charitable organizations including The Shakespeare Festival of Dallas, the Institute of Internal Auditors – Atlanta Chapter, Boy Scout Pack and Troop 15 and is currently a Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta Board member. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: Disconnecting from the constant barrage of technology to really get to know one Girl Scout and find ways to lift her up, support her and let her dream out loud.
Connecting with all the other mentors and mentees to make connections that empower and excite them to move forward.
Camp CEO Bio Dana Galin A life‐long explorer of human potential, Dana is on a mission to help leaders and their teams improve performance and create greater business impact. Dana specializes in executive coaching and has spent 25 years as a trusted advisor helping her clients identify and implement strategic solutions to their leadership development, human capital and communication needs. She focuses not only on the individual, but also on the system within which her clients operate to help them navigate adaptive challenges and create sustainable change.
She has worked with clients across industry sectors in myriad talent management disciplines, including leadership development, team coaching, women’s advancement, change management, executive assessment, career strategy and transition, 360⁰ feedback and communication. COACHING BACKGROUND Dana has had extensive instruction across domains relevant to high‐performance leadership and team effectiveness at leading institutions such as Harvard Kennedy School, Columbia Business School, and Ackerman Institute for the Family among many others. She is certified in Leadership Circle™, Hogan Inventories™, PRINT Survey™, Golden Personality Type Profiler™, StrengthsFinder™, Immunity to Change™, and Technology of Participation Facilitation Methods and Strategic Planning. Dana is also trained in improv, image consulting and storytelling. Representative assignments include senior leaders from Paul Hastings, Kirkland & Ellis, McKinsey Publicis Group, Morgan Stanley, J.P. Morgan, NewsCorp, Time Warner, American Express, Shiseido, Deutsche Bank and Frito‐Lay. Additional clients served include AIG, Bain & Co., BlackRock, PepsiCo, Pfizer, Publicis, WebMD, NBA, Junior League and many others. Dana has also delivered programs for The S.C. Johnson School of Management at Cornell, Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business, Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and Columbia Business School. Dana served as an adjunct executive coach for the S.C. Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University and participated on the Corporate Board of ALPFA, a leadership development organization for Latino professionals. BUSINESS EXPERIENCE An entrepreneur at heart, Dana has helped launch a number of companies, including Kayak.com and New York‐based talent development consulting firms Defineum and The Imprint Group. Dana was the Head of Communications for the Trickle Up Program, a microfinance organization. Prior to that, Dana held senior roles at leading public relations agencies, including Robinson Lerer & Montgomery , the Gable Group, Golin/Harris and Rogers & Cowan.
Camp CEO Bio Stephanie Garcha
Stephanie Grogan Garcha is a Georgia native, having grown up in McDonough. She attended college at Georgia Institute of Technology and then went to medical school at the Medical College of Georgia. After moving back to Atlanta for residency, she started practicing Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northside Hospital in 2000. She has been at Peachtree Women’s Clinic since that time, working with 9 other physicians and 5 certified nurse midwives. She is married and has two boys- ages 9 and 13. She enjoys outdoor activities such as tennis, hiking, running, and snow skiing as well reading and cooking when she gets a chance. Growing up, she knew that she wanted to have a career in healthcare – dentistry or pediatrics particularly caught her eye. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: One of my close friends, Sonnet Edmonds, is a Camp CEO alumna and highly recommended this experience. It turns out that I also know several previous mentors from various walks of life. Scouting is important to me and my sons participate in Boy Scouts. How many years or is this your first year at Camp CEO: This is my second year at Camp CEO. I hope share some of my experiences with young women as well as learn a bit from them as well!
Camp CEO Bio Beth Garrett
As a Partner in the Divorce Litigation Support Practice at Frazier & Deeter, Beth Garrett primarily assists high net‐ worth individuals and corporate executives with divorce, tax and accounting issues. She helps with the division of financial and real estate assets through mediation and works with family practice attorneys through all financial aspects of divorce and child support matters. Beth is frequently involved in cases to uncover hidden assets and income and assists with the preparation of reports to be used in settlement negotiations and at trial. She works with attorneys and clients to prepare business valuations, trace separate property, value complex retirement assets, and assist with budget preparation. She also prepares individual, partnership and fiduciary tax returns, specializing in divorce taxation. Beth has testified in the metro Atlanta area and in other counties in Georgia in both bench and jury trials in divorce litigation matters. Beth has also spoken at continuing education seminars and authored several articles focusing on the tax laws surrounding divorce. Beth is active in the community, serving as treasurer for the Dekalb Bar Association and frequently volunteering with several organizations, including the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program through the IRS. Beth is also active with Renovation Church, loves to play tennis and tries to travel as much as possible.
Camp CEO Bio Shani Godwin
Shani Godwin is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Communiqué USA (Communiqué), Inc. For more than 20 years, she’s helped companies and organizations achieve marketing success. As a visionary and talented communicator, she has the innate ability to see the big picture and lead flawless execution that gets results. Shani launched Communiqué USA in 2002. Under her leadership, Communiqué has developed a solid reputation for getting the job done on strategy, on time and on budget. Moreover, Shani’s commitment to providing personalized service, forward‐thinking ideas and strategic counsel is evident in the results she and her team continue to generate for an impressive and growing roster of clients, including Chick‐fil‐A, Inc., Communicorp, Party City of Atlanta, Inc., Georgia Power and Safeco Insurance Companies to name a few. Prior to starting Communiqué, she developed programs for Fortune 500 companies, including BellSouth Telecommunications, Chick‐fil‐A, Inc. and advertising giant J. Walter Thompson. In the midst of the ever‐changing world of marketing, she saw a unique opportunity to better support overworked and understaffed marketing and communications teams by providing seamless project management and content development services. A lifelong learner, Shani is a graduate of Leadership Atlanta and Dartmouth University’s Tuck School of Business’s High Performing Minority Business Program. Most recently, Goldman Sach’s 10,000 Small Businesses Program selected her to join its Spring 2017 cohort. In addition, Shani is also an entrepreneurship and leadership advocate, lending her expertise to organizations looking to grow and scale their firms, as she is a passionate advocate for economic development. Shani is the founder of Audible Voices, LLC, where she blogs, writes and inspires others to “speak their truth” and “find their voice.” She authored The Love Project: 365 Ways to Love Yourself and Get the Love You Deserve, which hit the bookshelves in 2017. Born and raised in Atlanta, GA, Shani graduated from Hampton University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications/Advertising. She continued her studies at Mercer University where she earned a Master of Business Administration in Marketing. Shani enjoys reading, writing, running and spending time with her family and friends. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: An opportunity for me to give back, grow, learn and have fun.
Camp CEO Bio Caroline Grubbs
Caroline Grubbs is an experienced Human Resources professional who has dedicated herself to taking on new experiences and continuing to develop herself. With her HR background, she has a passion for developing others and helping others achieve their goals. She attended Clemson University where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and minor in Political Science. Caroline grew up in Alpharetta, GA and upon moving back to Atlanta upon graduation, began her career at RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc. as a Human Resources Intern. She has grown with RaceTrac over the past 6 years, taking on several positions within the Talent Development department and recently transitioned to the Employee Experience team. She loves spending time with her family and friends and lives in Brookhaven with her husband, Tyler and dog‐child, Colt! What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO experience? I hope to learn from the young women who are dedicating themselves to learning about the professional world and connect with a new generation who has so much to offer. My goal is to share with them my experiences, the lessons I have learned and hopefully build some connections and mentor relationships that can continue!
Camp CEO Bio Jennifer Heal
As a third generation financial advisor, one of the first questions I ask is "how do you define financial success?" I’ve learned each family defines financial success differently. For some, it means making employment optional so they can spend more time engaging in leisure activities and visiting with family and friends. For others, it means leaving a legacy to their family or a favorite charity. My responsibility is to guide them from where they are now to where they want to be. I enjoy spending time with my husband Steve. She also enjoys going to concerts and movies, reading fiction and self‐improvement books. Traveling and exploring new places as well as enjoying good food and wine with friends. Growing up, I thought about careers in law, medicine, psychiatry, teaching, engineering, business, you name it. I excelled in school and there was no clear answer. Ultimately, I chose a profession where I could help people with their most important goals and earn unlimited income. What do you hope to gain from this experience: I hope to gain a relationship with a young woman during an important state in her life. I'd also love to get to know my fellow mentors. How many years or is this your first year at Camp CEO: This is my second year at Camp CEO.
Camp CEO Bio Samantha Hodgkins
Samantha Hodgkins is Founder and Chief FireStarter of SparkFire Active LLC, performance activewear clothing specially designed, styled, sized and fitted for teen girls. There is a fire within every girl, ready to ignite with stregnth, confidence and passion. Let that light shine bright and Be The Spark! A for‐ profit social enterprise, every purchase funds & supports girls’ education, to empower and elevate girls around the world. Still in the pre‐launch phase, Samantha is active driving all entrepreneurial aspects of the start‐up, including brand positioning, product development, consumer marketing, digital engagement, partnership development, launch commercialization and everything in between. Samantha is a seasoned senior marketing executive in the Consumer Products industry. Her brand leadership roles have been at Fortune 200 companies including Kellogg’s, Newell Rubbermaid, Georgia‐Pacific and MeadWestvaco, along with fast‐growth entrepreneurial businesses in the consumer food & beverage space. Her professional passion is in building brands, driving business growth and developing organizational capabilities, particularly in the areas of consumer insights, new product innovation and commercialization excellence. Samantha has a joint BS/BA degree is Industrial Engineering and Art History from Stanford University, and completed her MBA at University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Several things Samantha would like you to know about her include: Originally from Chicago, Samantha grew up walking to the bus stop in many feet of snow and a big snowsuit. Although she no longer spends much time in Chicago, she and her family consider the Vail Valley of Colorado their “second home” and adore all winter snow sports out there – downhill skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, back‐country randonnee, and more. But they love all seasons in Colorado equally, with lots of hiking, mountain biking, rafting and exploring in the summer too. Samantha is very tall – 6’1” tall – which was very unusual in the college sport she played, on the Varsity Field Hockey team, Division 1 NCAA. Currently, she loves staying active & athletic in outdoor activities including hiking and kayaking. She also does a lot of biking, camping and exploring with her two daughters, 7 yrs and 12 yrs old. Although never a Girl Scout herself, her younger sister got her Gold Award and her mother was a dedicated troop leader and Girl Scout Council President. She loves travelling and has had the privilege of spending time in over 40 countries, including Peru, Turkey, Israel, Syria, Switzerland, Hong Kong, Laos, Indonesia, Sweden, Honduras, France, Italy…. (just a few of her favorites). Whether it is travelling for professional business purposes or backpacking for personal enjoyment, her highlights are meeting people, experiencing culture, eating local food and learning new languages.
Camp CEO Bio Zenith Houston
Zenith Houston is an inspired nonprofit leader and fundraising professional with more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit management and fundraising who joined The Posse Foundation in December 2011 as the Director of Posse Atlanta. The Posse Foundation identifies public high school students with extraordinary academic and leadership potential who may be overlooked by traditional college selection processes. The Foundation extends to these students the opportunity to pursue personal and academic excellence by placing them in supportive, multicultural teams—Posses—of 10 students. The Foundation’s partner colleges and universities award Posse Scholars four‐year, full‐tuition leadership scholarships. In Atlanta, Posse Scholars attend Bard College, Boston University, Brandeis University, The College of Wooster, Syracuse University, and Texas A&M University. Zenith's nonprofit tenure includes leadership roles at National Jewish Health in Chicago as the Regional Development Director in Chicago/Midwest Region, Meharry Medical College and the Center for Women's Health Research, Doris and Alex Jewish Community High School where she led a $24 million capital campaign, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) leading corporate development, and numerous consulting roles with national and local nonprofit organizations including The Wonder Foundation (Stevie Wonder). Zenith has served on several national and locals board including Hands on Network (now Points of Light Institute), Holyfied/Warren Boy and Girls Club, Chicago Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professional, Friends Against AIDS‐ Cromer Children’s Hospital, University of Chicago, Circle Urban Ministries, and the Chicago Council on Planned Giving. She currently serves on the board of Leadership Buckhead, First Tee Friends of East Lake, the Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy. Zenith Houston holds both a Bachelors and Master’s degree from the University of South Carolina in Criminal Justice. Several things I would like you to know about me include: I am a former Girl Scout and Girl Scout leader serving in Columbia, South Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. I am passionate about working with young students to develop their leadership potential and academics. My hobbies include: traveling, cooking, reading, and exploring estate sales. My favorite place to vacation is anywhere near the ocean or beach.
Camp CEO Bio Pam Ledbetter
I have worked in the Biotech/Pharmaceutical Sector since graduating from Auburn University in 1989. My current role is that of Oncology Account Specialist with the Incyte Corporation. I travel the US representing the company at key meetings within the Hematology Oncology (Cancer) space. I cover key accounts in the Georgia. I am excited what is happening in cancer research/drug development‐‐‐ making a difference for patients when they previously had no other options. I have worked with Amgen, Lilly Oncology, Sanofi Aventis Oncology, and Johnson & Johnson‐ McNeil Pharmaceutical.
Fun Facts about Pam: I was a Brownie and Girl Scout in Auburn, AL, and loved my experience! I have a 14 year old rescue toy poodle, named Maggie and she loves to travel with me whenever possible I love Pilates, travel, cooking, painting, Stand Up Paddle Board, and much more I hope to help impact young women with leadership and the importance of being your authentic self. There are so many negative influences in a young person’s life today, which I hope to positively encourage young women to aspire to be the best person they can be!
Camp CEO Bio Barbara Llewellyn
Dr. Barbara Llewellyn is a Forensic Serology and DNA consultant with a positive attitude and love for life! Dr. Llewellyn earned a Ph.D. in Pure and Applied Chemistry with an emphasis on Forensic DNA Analysis from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland. She also holds Masters’ of Science Degrees in Human Genetics and in Forensic Science from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA. Her Bachelors of Science in Biology is from the University of Mary Hardin Baylor in Belton, TX. Dr. Llewellyn loves to bike ride, fish and go to the beach. She also helps coach the ScotsBots which is the FLL Robotics team at the Galloway School. The ScotsBots won “Most Innovative Project” at the FLL State championships at Georgia Tech in 2018. What career aspirations did you have growing up? I always wanted to be a scientist. I was pre‐med in college when we had a Forensic Scientist come talk to us about the Forensic Lab. I was hooked. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO experience? I hope to share my experience with my mentee as well as being forced out of my comfort zone by them.
Camp CEO Bio Carrie Magee
As the Managing Director and Vice President of hrQ Inc., Carrie brings 20 years of executive experience from a variety of senior HR and business line positions in Fortune 500 companies across multiple industries including financial services, consumer products, building products, and automotive. Carrie speaks the language of senior business executives in a variety of functions because she has more than likely sat in their chair. Her passion is connecting client needs with frictionless solutions that allow leaders to drive business forward. She differentiates herself by creating a vision around and managing the employee journey at all levels of an organization. She got her undergraduate degree at the University of Minnesota and her graduate degree at Cornell University. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: I hope to gain a deeper connecting to the Girl Scout organization and an appreciation for the value it brings to the lives of the girls who participate. I also hope to gain the value of giving insights and tools to the girls based on my life experiences. Finally, I hope to connect to other female leaders in the Atlanta area and broaden my network of supportive female leaders.
Camp CEO Bio Pam Malinzak
Pamela Malinzak is an energetic, passionate leader with over 30 years’ experience in the services technology business. She enjoys being with family and friends, hiking, water sports and golf, eating healthy, games and animals, especially her two dogs, two cats and one quite spirited horse. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: New friendships! I participated in 2015 and it was the best experience of my year! I want to mentor another teenage woman and help her reach her full potential during Camp CEO and into her future. In addition, I want to continue to get to know and grow with the Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta. Fun Facts about Pam: I was a Girl Scout and a Girl Scout leader.
I mentored dozens of women around the world throughout my 31 year career at IBM, where I retired as a Vice President of Services.
Jane Mandula​ is a Director on several large non-profit boards, where she serves on IT, budgeting, governance and nominating, investment, and development committees. Previously, she was CFO and CIO (and board member) at Gen/Tran Corporation, a closely-held manufacturer of standby power equipment, until the company was sold in early 2012. Prior to that she was a Manager in the consulting practice of Deloitte, focusing on change management, systems design and implementation, and strategic planning. Early in her career she was a manufacturing engineer, network engineer, and space planner. In her spare time, Ms. Mandula teaches fitness classes; volunteers in the community; breeds, rides and shows horses; and assists her husband in their vineyard. Jane loves hiking, bike riding, water sports, snow skiing, yoga and fitness, reading, and traveling the world. Her philanthropic interests include encouraging women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) disciplines, supporting private primary and secondary education in the Atlanta area, animal welfare, and various health, hunger, education and economic relief efforts both in the USA and abroad. Jane holds an MBA from Santa Clara University and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: Mentoring these amazing young women!! -- motivating them to pursue their dreams; helping to give them confidence to try anything; educating them about STEM opportunities to overcome any fears or hesitancy they may have about pursuing STEM disciplines! And sharing time with everyone OUTDOORS!
Camp CEO Bio Tricia Mulcare
Tricia Mulcare is an experienced client service leader at Homrich Berg who was recently named to the 2015 U.S. 40 Under 40 list of top financial advisers by InvestmentNews for her service to clients, leadership, and contributions to the industry.
Tricia joined Homrich Berg in 2003 after spending four years with Ernst & Young. While at E&Y, in addition to becoming a CPA, Tricia led teams within the federal tax consulting group to determine research and development tax credits for major corporations throughout the Southeast.
Originally from New Jersey, Tricia earned the Girl Scout Gold Award before attending Indiana University. While in Bloomington, in addition to earning her bachelor's and master's degree in accounting, she became an avid college basketball fan.
While Tricia works with a wide range of clients, her passion lies in working with women (older, single, widowed, and divorced). Tricia enjoys speaking with groups about the lessons she has learned after years of working with women who have navigated a recent transition and find themselves “suddenly single”.
Tricia has appeared on the Vision Anew radio show "Divorce Resource." In addition to writing multiple articles for Atlanta Woman magazine, Tricia has given a "Financial Planning 101" presentation to various groups of students including at the Alpha Kappa Psi regional and national conferences. Tricia served on the Advisory Board for Visions Anew (a local non‐profit that empowers divorcing women to successfully create and achieve a new vision for their lives) for many years.
Tricia graduated from the Georgia Society of CPAs Leadership Academy in 2007 and served on the Leadership Committee of the Estate and Financial Planning Section. After serving as President for several years, Tricia currently serves on the Advisory Board of ProWIN ‐ a women's networking group in Atlanta with the mission of "Building Business by Building Relationships." In addition, Tricia has also served on the March of Dimes Executive Leadership Team. She was the Treasurer for the Atlanta Chapter of the I.U. Alumni Association for 10 years and is an active member of the Buckhead Chapter of P.E.O., a philanthropic education organization. Tricia participated in the annual Breast Cancer multi‐day walks for many years and volunteered with the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Greater Atlanta chapter.
Tricia, her husband Nicholas and daughters Gianna and Lucy are active members of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church community in Sandy Springs and enjoy following the New York Yankees and Atlanta Braves. Tricia serves as the “cookie mom” for her daughter’s Girl Scout troop and enjoys working with the girls to develop sales goals, practice sales techniques and ultimately create a financial plan for spending the proceeds generated from the sale on a group activity.
Camp CEO Bio Michelle Schweber
Michelle Schweber is the Chief Development Officer of the Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta. She has served in this role for more than 5 years. Michelle leads a team of dynamic development professionals and manages a strong portfolio of corporate partners and donors that contribute over $2.6M annually, supporting GSGATL’s mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Prior to her role, Michelle worked in Fund Development at the Woodruff Arts Center for four years. Previously, Michelle also served as a non‐profit consultant in Tirgu Mures, Romania for the U.S. Peace Corps. While stationed overseas, she raised over $2M through in‐kind funds to help feed and clothe an orphanage of nearly 200 children as well as to build a school in a small village. She earned a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer certification and is a proud RPCV Alumnae. Michelle is married to Larry and they have a daughter named Lily. Lily is a proud Cadette with the Girl Scouts and loves to play volleyball. Michelle states that her daughter is the reason that she is so passionate about Girl Scouts. “Every year I see her learn and grow. The memories she is making are priceless.” In Michelle’s free time she enjoys gardening and volunteering her time at The Galloway School where she is an active member of the Parent’s Association. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: My favorite part of Camp CEO is The Pearls of Wisdom. I love to hear what has moved other CEO’s in their lives and words they live by. Some of the stories are very heartfelt and memorable. I also LOVE meeting all the girls. I am amazed at everything these young women have accomplished. For me, these young ladies are role models . . . someone I hope one day my 13‐year‐old daughter will become.
Camp CEO Bio Donna Smythe
Donna Smythe is a high‐energy nonprofit management professional who has assumed numerous leadership roles as executive director, development director, board member and consultant. Her career has been devoted to nonprofit organizations tackling missions in education, child development, affordable housing, social & economic justice, criminal justice, environmental protection, the arts, and women’s health. She has extensive hands on experience including staff management, strategic planning, budgeting, fundraising, grant writing, communications, constituent relations, and advocacy. Her skills include resource development, program development, personnel management, consensus building, change management, public speaking and media relations Donna Smythe was appointed Executive Director of the Child Development Association in 2005, which she led for more than ten years, during which time she established an outstanding reputation for program excellence and early education advocacy. Donna also served as Interim CEO of Buckhead Christian Ministry from January to August 2017. Donna is currently consulting in the realm of early learning and development with Red Wagon Venture, Chick‐fil‐A’s new innovation and incubator group. In 2016, Donna was nominated for the Turknett Leadership Character Award. In 2015, she received a Community Action Award from the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce. In 2013, she was named one of Points North Magazine’s “Savvy & Successful Women of Northside”. And, in 2011, Donna won a POW! Award, which recognizes Georgia women who have stirred the status quo and advanced their organizations. Donna grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and graduated from Wellesley College in 1974. She has an M.S. in the Administration of Justice from the University of Louisville and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from the College of St. Thomas (Minnesota).
Camp CEO Bio Lissa Versteegh
Lissa has spent the last thirty‐three (33) years of her career in sales and sales leadership spanning positions from local and national sales, to sales management, to business ownership. Currently, she brings that level of expertise and experience to bear in her position as SVP, Sales Strategy and Development for Randstad North America. Her commitment to the Sandler sales methodology, her business development acumen and her BA in Psychology position her well to bring the human element to the high‐tech environment Randstad leverages to position itself as the second largest staffing firm in the world. Combining tech and touch creates the Human Forward focus that Randstad values to differentiate them and serve their client’s needs in the most meaningful way. A staunch advocate of children and women, Lissa is involved in several philanthropic groups including Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta and Revved Up Kids. She currently serves on the Board of NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners) as well as Revved Up Kids. She and husband Ron are blessed with a beautiful 16‐year‐old son, Garrett. Several things I would like you to know about me include: 1.) I have been married to my best friend and husband, Ron for 20 years and we have a 16‐year‐old son named Garrett. 2.) I love to garden which includes growing veggies and fresh herbs as well as beautiful flowers. On pretty much any Saturday, you would find me in a baseball hat and no makeup all sweaty and happily mowing the lawn. One of my prize possessions is my backpack blower...the envy of all the men in the neighborhood! 3.) We love to go to our lake house as often as possible. And while I think I've gotten too old to water sky, I love to drive the boat and pull my son and his friends on tubs or skies. I do love to ride my sisters wave runner with her...we have a rule, if she throws me off, she's going in too! 4.) I was never a Girl Scout or even a Brownie....sure am glad I'm getting a second chance!
Camp CEO Bio Sandy Welfare
Sandy D. Welfare is the Executive Director of Women In Technology (WIT), an organization that serves as passionate advocates for women of all ages in Georgia’s science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) community. WIT’s vision is to make Georgia the state with the highest percentage of women in the STEAM workforce by providing access and opportunities that empower girls and women – from the classroom to the boardroom. Prior to that, she was the Executive Director of Cool Girls, Inc., an award‐winning early intervention after‐school program dedicated to the empowerment of girls (2009‐2015). Sandy’s career began in 1989 in Greenwich, Connecticut where she joined Rand Insurance as the Controller. Six years later, she accepted a position with Lucent Technologies, an international telecommunications leader, holding a number of positions including serving as Accounting and Treasury Manager in Singapore (1999‐2000) and then as Senior Manager in Australia and New Zealand (2000‐ 2002). Sandy returned to Atlanta in 2002 as Senior Manager of Global Financial Services. In 2003, Sandy accepted a position as Director of Operations for Xchanging, a business processing outsourcing company. In 2006, her career took her to London, England as Managing Director for professional services, where she managed global business processing services for bank financial transactions, insurance and retail. Sandy received her undergraduate degree from St. John’s University in New York, and a Master of Business Administration from Sacred Heart University in Connecticut. She serves on the board of several non‐profits, including Kiwanis Club of Atlanta. Sandy resides in Marietta, Georgia with her family.
Camp CEO Bio Michelle C. Wells
Michelle Coward Wells is the Lead Physicist for several Piedmont Healthcare Radiation Oncology Centers in Metro Atlanta. She is an active community volunteer; who believes even the smallest action creates lasting impact. As a clinically oriented physicist, Wells is responsible for the technical operations and staffing of a Gamma Knife unit and several radiation oncology centers, whose offerings cover a majority of current patient treatment options. She has supervised the technical installation of linear accelerators and managed their start up to a successful outcome. Her experience in program implementation includes RapidArc, IMRT, brachytherapy, stereotactic, and 3D external beam treatments. She has personally planned hundreds of patient treatments. Wells is passionate about continuous process improvement to advance patient outcomes and to increase the technical expertise of staff. Under Well’s leadership, Piedmont has successfully implemented research credentialing for most radiation oncology treatment modalities and has obtained both the American College of Radiology accreditation and the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Accreditation Program for Excellence (APEx®) certification. She is an active participant in Radiation Safety and Continuous Quality Improvement Committees and oversees Piedmont’s participation in the national RO‐ILS: Radiation Oncology Incident Learning System. Wells is board certified in both Therapeutic Medical Physics and Diagnostic Radiological Physics by The American Board of Radiology and participates in their Maintenance of Certification program. Wells serves on the Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) Working Group on Prevention of Errors in Radiation Oncology, the Task Group 275 for Effective Physics Plan and Chart Review in Radiation Therapy, and the Task Group Medical Physics Practice Guideline 11: Plan and Chart Review in External Beam Radiotherapy and Brachytherapy . Wells is the current President‐elect of the Southeast Chapter of the AAPM. She is a past member of the AAPM Membership Committee. Wells currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Girls Scouts of Greater Atlanta, where she Co‐ chairs the Second Century Breakfast. She is the immediate past Chair of the Board of Directors for the Ferst Readers, Inc. and a graduate of Leadership Atlanta Class of 2017. Wells was the 2013‐2014 President of The Junior League of Atlanta, Inc. She served on the board of directors for many Atlanta non‐profits and primarily supports organizations that promote the health and well‐being of children, developing female leadership, and improving STEM education. A native of Latta, South Carolina, Wells graduated from Francis Marion University in Florence, South Carolina with a dual bachelor’s degree in physics and mathematics. As a Presidential Fellow at Georgia Institute of Technology, she earned a Master of Science degree in Health Physics. Michelle and her husband (William) love attending theater, watching football, and traveling. Michelle is an avid reader and spends her spare time outdoors in her garden.
Camp CEO Bio Vanessa Windham
An Atlanta native, Vanessa N. Windham is a Clinical Research Consultant and Small Business Owner. Following the philosophy that “…to whom much is given, much is required”, Vanessa is an active community and civic leader. In the community, she has served on boards and committees for Live Healthy DeKalb Coalition, Hands on Atlanta, Atlanta Community Food Bank, TeaCup Girls, and recently Sporty Girls, Inc. Vanessa is a member and leader in Junior League of Atlanta. Previously, she was a member and leader in Junior League of DeKalb. Vanessa completed the United Way of Greater Atlanta Volunteer Involvement Program and the Atlanta Women’s Foundation Women on Board training. Vanessa is a fundraiser and philanthropist. She raises funds for various causes including breast cancer research, heart disease, food insecurity, college scholarships and her alma mater. A graduate of Denison University, Vanessa remains involved with her alma mater. She recruits prospective students through the Denison Alumni Recruiting Team. She also served as Denison Alumni Club Atlanta Co‐Chair for several years. Vanessa is an avid fan of college football and enjoys international travel, attending live concerts, and visiting art museums."
Camp CEO Bio Amare Barnes
My name is Amare Barnes and I'm 16 years old. I have 3 brothers and two sisters. I attend Tri-Cities High school. I enjoy reading and drawing. I believe drawing helps me with my inner peace. When I graduate for high school in 2020, I would like to attend the University of West Georgia. I want to major in nursing to become a RN. When I graduate from UWG in 2024 I will pursue my career in nursing and I will also attend college again to get a better degree in nursing. From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? (Courage, Confidence, Character) Confidence because if you have confidence nothing a person says or does will affect you. Having confidence is the key to being self-motivated. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? Myself and my mom. I set high standards for myself to do well, because I don't really want to settle for less. What do you want to do after high school? I would love to attend University of West Georgia. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: I think that Camp CEO will be a good experience for me especially since I will be going to college in two more years and honestly, I believe that Camp CEO will change my mindset. I hope to gain confidence, self-knowledge, and new friends that share a common interest.
Camp CEO Bio Jenise Bowling
My name is Jenise Bowling, and I am currently a sophomore at Collins Hill High School. I enjoy many activities, including piano, soccer, reading, and cooking. In addition to the culinary arts, one of my greatest passions is traveling. I will be able to expand on this dream when I travel to Germany and Switzerland this summer with Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, and hopefully to Haiti on a mission trip with my church. My favorite subjects are science and math, and I hope to have career in a STEM field. My goal is to major in computer science at Georgia Tech, and from there become a web designer.
From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? (Courage, Confidence, Character) I feel most passionate about Character. How someone thinks and acts says a great deal about who they are. A person's thoughts and beliefs drive what they say and do; what a person says doesn't prove nearly as much about who they are. People's actions show what they truly believe, no matter what they may say. This is very crucial to me; I greatly value honesty. Being true to yourself and others means truly letting your character show.
What do you want to do after high school? I plan to go to a four‐year college and major in either computer science or a specific major in computer science. I want to be a web designer, and my top choice for college is Georgia Tech.
What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: From its description, I've gathered that Camp CEO is a camp where teenage girls get together and meet with powerful women in the workforce. With the help of these women, the girls will learn skills need to succeed in the workforce. Some of skills include easily being able to start a conversation, public speaking, and group networking, all of which I need to improve on. This camp will allow me to increase my skill level, so when it's time for me to go into the work field, I will know everything there is to know for me to succeed.
Camp CEO Bio Kaylah Brown
My name is Kaylah Brown and I am currently a junior in high school. I am from Miami, Florida and I have lived in three states throughout my life, Florida, Maryland, and Georgia. My hobbies include, doing crafts, practicing my signing, and playing my flute. I love working with children and interacting with different kinds of people while volunteering and doing activities in and outside of school. I want to become a Speech Language Pathologist in the future and I intend to continue my sign language education as well.
From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? (Courage, Confidence, Character) Out of the three values, Courage, Confidence, and Character the one that I feel most passionate about is Character. Character is what makes up an individual. A person's values and opinions make up their personality which make up their character. I think this is the most important value because individualism is very important to me. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? My love for interacting with people and building many relationships drive me to be involved in different activities for school, the community and Girl Scouts. I love having different experiences to tell and doing different activities that separate myself from others. What do you want to do after high school? Study American Sign Language and become a Speech Language Pathologist.
What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: I want to participate in Camp CEO because of my desire to learn as much as I can to continue to be a leader in the community, I enjoy working with children and want to continue to be a good example throughout my life. I hope to gain encouragement and guidance on how I can continue to be a good example to those that look up to me.
Camp CEO Bio Campbell Bryan
My name is Campbell Bryan, and I'm a ninth grader at North Springs High School. I'm so honored that I have been selected out of many girls to participate in Camp CEO. There are many lessons and new skills that I hope I take away from this program. Team building, sharing skills, business knowledge are just a few things I know I'll take away from Camp CEO. Leadership is one of the most important skills I hope to get from this experience. Being a leader will make people want to look up to me, follow in my path, and accomplish greater goals. I'm very blessed that I was chosen into this program, and thank you to my family for supporting me.
From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? (Courage, Confidence, Character) I feel most passionate about confidence, because with confidence you can achieve anything. In my experience, I love singing and you have confidence to shine. With no confidence, you can't really push to your greatest maximum.
What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? What drives me to want to be in school is learning new things, I also want to have more than just a high school education, and I love seeing all my friends every day. For community activities, I like to give back to the people who have provided me with so much, and helping with the less fortunate and abused or homeless animals are main reason to want to help. I feel that everyone and everything needs to be loved and with a home. Lastly, I love how Girl Scout gives back to the community, and how we learn business skills.
What do you want to do after high school? After high school I plan to go to college and major in veterinary medicine. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: I hope to have a greater understanding on leadership and professional skills. I also hope to make new friends/family, and learn new life lessons that I can carry with me in the future.
Camp CEO Bio Katie Carr
My name is Katie Carr, and I have been a girl scout since 1st grade. I have dyslexia which makes it hard for me to write out my thoughts, have good grammar, and spell words correctly, to the point where not even spell check can tell what I'm trying to say. The schools that I went to K‐9th grade never really helped me with my learning disabilities. It was especially bad in elementary school, where I never got help with learning things, I was struggling with. We got outside help, and moved to a different school in 6th grade that I stayed at until 9th grade. It was a much better school, but the workload was more than necessary and I had no free time, so we changed schools again this year. I was also diagnosed with Anxiety this year, which makes social interactions hard. But despite these setbacks, I have always moved forward and done my best to succeed.
From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? (Courage, Confidence, Character) Character, because without character everyone would be the same, and morals are a very important thing to have, and it is important to be yourself. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? I am driven by a desire to better myself and others. What do you want to do after high school? I want to go to College, and make comics in my free time. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: I hope to learn more on how to succeed and how to sell myself and skills to others well.
Camp CEO Bio Jade Cowan
Jade aspires to one day own her own photography studio. Currently, she owns a budding photography business that has completed several projects that she is extremely proud of (prom, play and church holiday event). She enjoys travel. In addition to traveling, her other hobbies include singing and dancing. She has earned several high awards in Girl Scouting: her Bronze Award project, Operation Self Esteem consisted a vision board workshop to her local Girl Scout community. The Silver Award project, Soldier Love Blankets‐consisted of organizing no sew fleece blanket workshop parties to make and collect blankets for veterans. Currently, she is working on her Gold Award Project, a project near and dear to her heart that includes the "arts" and its impact on self‐ esteem. Jade believes you are never too young to make an impact or share what you know with others.
What do you want to do after high school? After high school, I would like to go to college and receive my business and photo journalism degree. I am very interested in becoming an entrepreneur. I am thinking about two business ideas: photography studio and a spa. I want to work at a massage spa and then branch off and have my own spa. What I am most looking forward to at Camp CEO: What I hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience is information on how to be more comfortable starting a conversation in an adult setting. I love photography, but I am working on coming more out of my shell. I think this will be a good experience for me. I look forward to the teambuilding exercises and having fun. I hope to leave the camp experience with more information concerning the business world and advise on how to reach my professional goals. I hope to hear about the CEOs' journey to success and be inspired. I plan to major in business and photography in college. Last, I hope I leave the Camp CEO Experience with a mentor who would like to continue once the camp is over.
Camp CEO Bio Janessa Davis
Being a young, teenage girl, I have had plenty of life learning experiences but one thing I know is that I still have much more to learn. I have had pivotal experiences in my life but the moment that changed for me was the first year of the school that have I attended the longest and still attend. My first year of The Galloway School was the fifth grade; before Galloway I was known to be introverted, in fact many of my classmates did not realize I attended the school until the sixth grade. 2012 was the year that I began to blossom outside to my introverted shell. The longer I went to Galloway the more I learned to not to be afraid to meet new people. At heart I am still an introvert but I have learned to open up to more people and not to be afraid of what could happen and rather live in the moment with whoever I'm with. While I have grown as a young, teenager I have also grown as an African American lady. I have learned to appreciate the melanin that makes me the beautiful chocolate that I am. Going to a school where my grade consists of 75 people and six percent of that 75 is African American, I have learned to appreciate my culture. My culture and heritage is something that is extremely valuable to me. Though I still have areas of growth when it comes to connecting to those with the same ethnicity as me, I have learned to have greater appreciation for African Americans in the past and present. Knowing I still have areas of growth pushes me to have more experiences.
What motivated you to want to participate in Camp CEO? I've been told by several people that I have natural leadership qualities and I want to take advantage of this opportunity to work on perfecting my skills. Which I expect to be a lifelong journey, and the sooner I start the journey the better. As a female, I really hope to make a difference in the world of management, therefore, to do that I want to be able to learn and observe hands on what it takes to make it in the world of management as a woman.
Camp CEO Bio Paige Davis
Paige is heavily interested in community service, because her mother instilled this belief in her as a child. She has carried this throughout her life with her involvement in numerous mentoring programs.
What do you want to do after high school? After high school I plan to get my bachelor's degree in either genetics or biological science. Then I will continue my education by getting a master’s degree in genetics or genetic counseling. Finally, I will end my education by getting my doctorate in Genetics and becoming Dr. Davis. After I have finished all my schooling I plan to be either a Geneticist or a Bioinformatics Analyst. A Geneticist tells their patients what diseases and risk they have based on their genes. While the Bioinformatics Analyst is the one to analyses said genes and make a diagnosis which then the Geneticist would look over. I would love to work for companies like Ancestry or 23&Me and to live in California. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? The version of myself I see in the future. Being studios in my schoolwork, helping others in community service, and acquiring new skills from Girl Scouts allows me to further mold myself into the women I want to be. A well‐rounded school career translates into a well‐rounded job career. Continuous community service work helps make myself a better person and the world a better place. As well membership in Girl scouts as a girl allows me to acquire and sharpen my skills of teamwork, and leadership. Both which are needed to thrive throughout life. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I hope to gain as previously state more confidence, auditory, and leadership skills. I am eager to encounter new skills dealing with entrepreneurship.
Camp CEO Bio Kennedy Deveaux
Being an only child has brought me so many different opportunities and great lessons learned from my parents. As a child of educators, my parents have instilled in me the importance of education and opportunity. One of the greatest opportunities my parents could've exposed me to as a child was math and science camp at my former elementary school. It was in this camp that my love for STEM, but mostly science and engineering, began. When I was younger, I had so many ideas of what I wanted to be when I grew up. But over the years, I became more active in STEM programs and I eventually discovered that I wanted to be an engineer.
From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about? (Courage, Confidence, Character) I feel most passionate about character because it is what makes a person themselves. Developing your character is something you do now and will continue to build upon your entire life. I believe a person's character determines how any interaction will carry out or end.
What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? I love helping people and I am such a people person. Knowing that I may have made an impact or influence on someone’s life is what drives me to be involved.
What do you want to do after high school? I plan to attend college at Duke University and major in Biomedical Engineering.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I hope to gain relationships and friendships and I hope to learn ways to become a better leader. Considering the "Times Up" movement, it is vitally important that young women As I prepare to work on my Girl Scout Gold Award, I would like to learn how to deal with people who are not easy to work with and how to motivate them toward a common goal.
Camp CEO Bio Jada Favors
Hello, my name is Jada Favors. I am in the 9th grade at Drew Charter Academy. I have been a Girl Scout for 10 years. I like to travel and tell citizens how the world is different in other places besides Atlanta. Not everyone would know that because they haven't traveled outside the U.S or other places. My life changed a little when I saw the way others live from me, and it’s not always about me. I learned that people are different from me and I have to stop taking that granted.
From the three values included in our mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? (Courage, Confidence, Character) I am most passionate about confidence, because if you don't have it then some may think you're scared and everyone needs that self‐confidence. Having that confidence is something that will make you a better person. It will help you through tough times and good times.
What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? Things that drive me to get involved are the ways people help others and how you can make someone else day a lot better by one simple thing. I started a food bank at my church. I also volunteer to collect clothes, blankets, and toiletry items for The Rainbow House (Youth Shelter). I have also traveled to Dominican Republic where I helped to paint the schools and to assist in any other way as needed. What do you want to do after high school? I would like to go to college and become a Marine Biologist.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I am hoping to learn new things about life and surviving life in general. In addition, I want to learn how to understand girls more and meet new people. I also hope to learn to be more confident in myself and to stop doubting myself. I have to learn to I am just as good as the next person.
Camp CEO Bio Lauren Fitzgerald
Lauren Fitzgerald is a fourteen‐year‐old Girl Scout, artist, and student attending Dunwoody High School. Lauren's achievements stretch from maintaining A's in school to working with the city council to legalize backyard chickens in the City of Dunwoody for her Girl Scout Silver Award project. Lauren started Girl scouts as a Daisy and is now a ninth grade Senior Scout. She plans to become an Ambassador and complete her Gold Award alongside many of her friends. Lauren contributes to her school community as a member of the Technology Student Association, Dunwoody High School Swim Team, Literary Magazine Club, and Student Government Association. She volunteers at Girl Scout camp as a counselor in training, and enjoys organizing social events for her peers.
From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about? (Courage, Confidence, Character) I feel most passionate about the value of character because I feel that what defines me and others is our moral qualities and our love for and interest in what we do. I am most passionate about character because I love to learn about the interests and opinions of the people I meet.
What do you want to do after high school? I will attend college following high school. The question I am struggling with now is narrowing down exactly what I would like to do. Once that is resolved, I can focus on which college is best suited to me. Class selection and pathways at school are well underway and it would be helpful for me to have more of a direction so I can tailor my class schedule appropriately.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? Going to camp CEO would help me to improve my leadership skills, and learn things firsthand from businesswoman. I hope to gain connections in the business world, and to build connections with other girl scouts. I hope that meeting business woman in camp CEO will help me to choose my future career.
Camp CEO Bio Christiane Fletcher
Christiane Fletcher has been a girl scout for over 10 years. She enjoys backpacking and spending time outside. She is very involved with her girl scout troop. She enjoys going orienteering and is a part of the U.S Junior Development Team. She loves running and has been a part Mountain View's varsity cross country and track team for the past two years.
From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about? (Courage, Confidence, Character) The values included in the Girl Scout mission statement that I feel most passionate about is courage. The reason this is, is because, with courage, a girl can have confidence and character. Courage is what is necessary for a girl to take risks, to take chances that will open opportunities in her life. Chances that will shape her into the woman she wants to become. What do you want to do after high school? My goal after college is to go to a good college, and graduate with a degree in business. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? There are so many amazing friends I have made because I am involved in things, and without them, my life would be so different. Getting involved in activities at school, community, and Girl Scouts has helped shape me into the person I am today. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I have always looked to further my leadership abilities to give back to my community. When I saw the information about this camp I thought it would be a great experience to gain more leadership skills. I seek successful women as role models and meeting with these women who have gone so far in life, would be very valuable to help me also succeed. What I want to pursue in college and life is business. I hope to gain insight into the business community and gaining this information from these powerful women in business would be very helpful to get me to my dream.
Camp CEO Bio Lyric Franklin
My name is Lyric Sloan Franklin and I am a Freshman at Brookwood High School, where I am an honor student, and was selected to represent my Freshman class as Lady Freshman for the 2017 Homecoming Court. I am on the Brookwood competition cheer squad, the girl’s soccer team, and a member of FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America). I have been a Girl Scout since Daisies and I recently earned my Silver Award as a Cadette. My Silver Award project was also selected as a semi‐finalist for the Council Young Women of Distinction Award. One of the highlights of my Girl Scout experience was our Troop trip to Europe the summer of 2017. We spent 3.5 days in London and 3.5 days in Paris. While in London, we had the opportunity to visit WAGGGS and learn more about our sister Scouts Abroad. As a Senior Girl Scout, I am looking forward to more leadership opportunities and serving my community. I am also excited about continuing my Girl Scout journey through high school, and ultimately earning my Gold award.
What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? I am driven to be involved overall because I am very competitive, but I like to believe it is healthy competition. It is not all about excelling over my component, but more about challenging myself to be the best that I can be. I am also driven because I have a compassionate heart and I like helping others.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I am currently a member of Brookwood High School's FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) Club, where we learn about the business world, as well as compete against other high schools in business events. Additionally, I am enrolled in a 3‐year Entrepreneurship Program at Brookwood High, where we learn about entrepreneurship and starting our own business while still enrolled in high school. I believe the skills that I would take away from Camp CEO will help me be even more successful in these programs. I would also like to meet professional career women in hopes of finding someone to mentor me and help me navigate these next 4 years as I prepare for college and ultimately my future career.
Camp CEO Bio Stephanie Gardiner
Stephanie Gardiner, an IB Diploma Graduate, is a driven ambitious young woman. She has been a dedicated Girl Scout for 13 years and recently earned her Gold Award. She is the captain of her high school debate team, and constantly helps her community through many acts of community service. One of the most important aspects of Stephanie's life is her church life. She is the lead chorister of the youth choir at her church, a captain acolyte, a representative for the annual committee, and an extremely active member of the youth group. She loves working with children, as well as building houses with Habitat for Humanity. Stephanie has also participated in Odyssey of the Mind, a creative problem solving competitive program, for 10 years. She loves animals, as well as reading. In her free time, her favorite thing to do is paint, because in school she is very calculative and factual‐based.
From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passion about and why? (Courage, Confidence, Character) I feel most passionate about the value of character because the other two values are extremely enhanced if someone has good character. Good character signifies courage, confidence, and so many more qualities because of the kindness and generosity that is associated with being a good person. Being a good person is the best way to be confident in your actions, which makes the best Girl Scout, in my opinion.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? The first time I went, I met some of the best people in my life. I still constantly communicate with the girls I met and I genuinely love them so much. I would love to meet new people and talk to more amazing people. Another reason I would love to attend again is because I learned so much last year. Not only information about the business world but seemingly simple skills, but resume skills, how to make a pitch, and how to present yourself. These skills I learned gave me such a huge advantage in the college application process, which I recently had to go through.
Camp CEO Bio Deja Goodloe-Vintes
My name is Deja Goodloe-Vintes, and I am 17 years old, as well as a junior at KIPP Atlanta Collegiate. I am outspoken and very independent for my age I believe. I honestly do not really do much being that tend to stay to myself except on specific occasions. My friendships mean a lot to ma as well as my family relationships. I particularly feel as if I have an old soul, and my teachers and family also tells me the same thing. I have a passion for arguing because I hate to be wrong, but the funny part is I do not want to be a lawyer. Every time I debate in school or even in life, I win and there is always someone who ask "do you want to be lawyer. I love animals with everything in me, partly the reason why I am not really a people. I can get alone with me but I do not really know how to work with people. I feel that is because I do not like or want my downfall based on someone else's work. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? There is only one thing that drives me and that is the fact that I want to be successful in life. I know that for me to be successful when I grow up I must work hard now. I don't want myself or myself to have a want for anything. I have also been successful for my age and I feel as if I have come this far why stop now. Also, being that I black in American I know that I am going to have to work harder for what I want. So, I also work hard so that I can prove all the stereotypes about black women as wrong. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I hope to gain many things from my Camp CEO experience. I want to gain more social and independence skills because this will be my last summer before high school. I also hope to gain some lifetime friendships. I really want to establish some connections that could benefit me in my life. I really hope to grow as a person altogether socially, mentally, and physically. I see this experience benefit so I want to learn as much as possible.
Camp CEO Bio Zainam Goodloe-Vintes
Zainam is a junior who attends KIPP Atlanta Collegiate. I am a twin of a pretty, well-educated, serious, funny, young lady name Deja. Zainam is young girl who struggled with confidence and voicing her opinion in elementary school. In middle school she got better with the confidence but it was more like a cover up because she couldn't be weak and her cover-up was like her super hero. Her cover up was someone she knew she wanted to be. But, Zainam started voicing her opinion too much in middle school and she went from the innocent one to the innocent face with a reckless mouth. Zainam is now 16 and high school has been a roller coaster. Zainam is now confident, but maybe too confident sometimes, she was smart but knew she could do better so she did a reset. She cut people off that were no good for her, she stopped entertaining every little thing high school threw at her, she embraced her zodiac sign (Aquarius) and realized she could not be tied down because she sees it as a challenge, she loves making people laugh, she's a rebel at heart but knows right for wrong but decides on what will make her happy. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? What drives me in school is my future. I know exactly how I want my future to be, I know that I don't want to struggle and I know that I want my future to have an impact on the world. I want my future to either help someone's life or better the law and fight for actual equality. In the community and Girl Scouts what drives me is myself. I know what I want to change and I know I want my community to be better, such as: better role models for kids, letting them know they don't have to grow up too fast to fit in, to stop accepting the fact that we say have to say R.I.P every week.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I hope to gain leadership skills. I want to be able to be mature and have a better vision for my future. I hope this camp will teach me how to run my own business. I also hope this camp will teach me to represent myself so I can be respected by any age. Finally, I want this camp to teach me how to make smarter money decisions.
Camp CEO Bio Savannah Granito
I was born in Westerly, Rhode Island in 2001 and moved to Georgia when I was almost 5 years old. I always copied everything my older sister did, including dance, which took less than 2 months for me to realize I was not, in fact, my sister but instead wanted to become a ninja. I joined Taekwondo right before I turned 6, and have done it now for about 11 years. I have earned my second‐degree black belt, and am currently working on my third degree. I have always loved reading and science, just not combined in any way. Language Arts, specifically writing, has become a source of expression for my emotion and beliefs. I especially used it when my mother was fighting breast cancer as a healthy way to channel my anger and fear. During this time, I also fell in love with medicine and how it can perform miracles, as it was shown to for my mother. It is for this reason that I focus my energy on striving towards medical school. From the three values included in our mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? Character is the most important to me because I believe that courage and confidence don't matter if an individual would not be honest and respectable to everyone that they meet.
What do you want to do after high school? I wish to go to college for Pre‐ medicine, most likely with a major in Biology or Biochemistry. I am currently looking at about 6 colleges, one of which is Berry College in Rome Georgia. After I get my Bachelors, I will invest in going to Medical School, hopefully in a Big City.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I hope to gain not only a complete understanding of what I must do to reach my goals, but also a supportive team who I would always feel comfortable going to for questions and advice.
Camp CEO Bio Ava Harris
I was born on October 20, 2001, as Ava Josephine Harris. My parents always say I was a good child growing up, and I will take their word on it since I have no memory whatsoever. However, I can remember that old apartment and us moving to our current house. Also around this time, my brother was born, so that was cool. Though I can remember up to first grade where I met my best friend Kaylah Brown (who is also applying for Camp CEO), Kaylah was like a shining star in my dark and friendless world. She is like the sister I never had and she will always be family. Up until sixth grade, I was just a normal little girl trying to make friends and do the best I could in school. Around 4th grade, I joined Girl Scouts and had a blast. I saw many girls and learned some many things that people wished they knew. Then I also found music, I joined our school band in sixth grade. I played the trumpet for three years but was terrible at it; I think I was the last chair of the trumpet section if I can remember correctly. For many years of middle school, I had no friends until high school. In 9th grade, I joined the marching band at my school and played French Horn by myself. I will be honest French horn was supposed to be a part‐time thing, but now I play it full time and I am the first chair of the Horn section, so that rocks. I also play percussion on my free time. I am just so happy right now because I am at the best point in my life and I really hope to get to know the people here better and maybe I can reveal more of myself to you guys as well. I really apologize for the vague biography, but my life is very lackluster, but I can learn more at camp I hope.
What do you want to do after high school? I plan on getting a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. After that, I plan to go to medical school and a medical degree, do my OB/GYN residency, and obtain my license.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I feel like in some skill or quality areas I am lacking. I am really hoping that by going to this camp that all the activities and the speakers can me build up that lack of confidence and uncertainty I feel going into my career choice. I can learn how to build my people skills and maybe even a résumé. I really hope that by the end of this camp I could have a job interview and get the job; just from all the stuff, I will learn here. Since I will graduate in 2020, I have limited time before I have college interviews and job interviews, and I just want to be the best I can be.
Camp CEO Bio Ebby LaPolt
Hello, I’m Elizabeth “Ebby” LaPolt. There are only a few points in someone’s life that she will remember forever. For me, being a Girl Scout created many of these moments. In my childhood, my father was in the Army, so we moved to Pennsylvania, New York, Germany, Tennessee, Hawaii, and now Georgia. Yet I could find a home in these places, every time I moved, because I had a home in Girl Scouts. I have been a Girl Scout since Daisies, earning my Bronze, Silver, and currently working on my Gold Award. But, it is these camp moments that led me to be the G.I.R.L. I am today. Camp CEO helped me to be the Go‐Getter I am, my Camp Aid experience led me to become Innovator and that bridge challenged me to be a Risk‐Taker.
From the three values included in our mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? Confidence is the word I am most passionate about. In my eyes, when a someone has confidence, courage and character fallows without question. With confidence, girls feel they can show their true character. With confidence, girls have more courage to show and be themselves. In my eyes, confidence is the heart of all three, and can really enhance and help the other two. What do you want to do after high school? After high school I know I want to go into college. Not sure where I want to go, long dream is Stanford, but have not decided. I’m interested in a career in Forensic Science and Behavioral Analysis for the FBI. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I am interested in Camp CEO because I love to meet empowering and inspirational women. I went last year and loved to hear how the women got to where they are, as well as connected well with my mentor, whom I am still in touch with, and would love to experience that again.
Camp CEO Bio Hannah Logan
My residence started in Chicago and journeyed through Memphis Tennessee and now Atlanta, GA. These three cities and my experience in each have shaped me as a Girl Scout, Cheerleader, Technology Intern, Dancer, and a young lady committed to community service. The youngest of three and the only daughter, I have always felt a sense of comfort having two older brothers and my maternal grandparents residing with my family or within five minutes away. As a senior in high school at Roswell, my next journey will encompass me maneuvering on a college campus and clearly majoring in a STEAM program. I enjoy exercise, community service and traveling. I am a motivator of others to support them in reaching their full potential. I look not to judge others but show compassion for those who may be down or not feeling one hundred percent. We all need a pick me up sometimes and I am that for my friends and family. Striving to do my very best in school and working in various organizations requires that I stay focused and positive. I journal many positive thoughts and goals to keep me motivated. My college experience promises to be fulfilling as it will offer so many opportunities to learn something new and meet new people.
What do you want to do after high school? I plan to attend Georgia State and Complete the Computer Information Systems 4 Year Co‐op Plan that begins this summer immediately following the Camp CEO. This camp would be the perfect bridge to my college experience.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? Camp CEO will allow me to experience something new. New experiences allow for growth. As I exit High School and plan to attend Georgia State University in June, I will need to approach life differently. I am anticipating that Camp CEO will introduce problem solving techniques and innovative ways of working. As a leader, I want to understand how successful corporate leaders found their way, what obstacles they encountered and what advice they have for me as a young entrepreneur. I want to just listen, learn and participate in the program completely. Whatever the program has to offer, I intend to take advantage of each and every opportunity.
Camp CEO Bio Lariel McCormick
Lariel McCormick is 16 years young and has been in Girl Scouts for 10 years and counting. She is a true thespian at heart, as her community's Stage Manager for their academy class. As well as leading academy there, she also is always a part of every show that is performing, whether be stage manager, directors assistant, or even being in a show, she's always there. Not only does she do theatre, but she is in a home school choir. In her choir she teaches dance to the younger children, and is also directors assistant. Lariel always is encouraging young girls to stay in girl scouts, and has been a Coleader for a Girl Scout troop for the past 2 years. Her mission is to be the best role model she can to anyone around her and help them in any way she can. In school her favorite subjects are history and literature. Lariel has started her Gold
Award and in fact is writing two books dedicated to children whose parents are divorced. She is always busy trying to better herself and others, and is thankful to everyone that has helped her to get to where she is and from there continue to grow.
What do you want to do after high school? I would like to work off my Gold Award project being an author that travels and be a public speaker to others. Then, I am open to whatever else comes my way, and to stay open minded.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? Last year I learned so much from women who are amazing in their own way, and in the process, I gained a new confidence I did not have before Camp CEO. I did learn a lot, but I know there is still more to know. After attending and consuming so much inspiring words from the CEO'S and the classes, now have different questions to ask. This past year I was motivated to not only step out of the box, but help me get over some of my anxieties as a woman taking charge. I am excited to meet more women/girls who are ready to better themselves and encourage one another. I especially love the one on one time we have with the CEO's, and getting to learn about their journeys as a powerful female is honestly so incredible, and I want to continue that path like them.
Camp CEO Bio Elzora McRae
Elzora McRae is a graduating senior at Woodland High School. Elzora loves to read Cassandra Clare and Walter Dean Myers novels. She also loves to cook, listen to, and play music. Elzora is the youngest of her siblings and loves to spend time with her parents and her two pugs, Obi, and Zaire. A few of her greatest academic accomplishments include receiving the Chick‐Fil‐A Character Award and the President Education Award for outstanding academic achievement. Elzora is a proud member of the Woodland Wolfpack Marching Band tuba section and the Wind Symphony as the only female tuba player. She is also an active member of the Beta Club. She was nominated for "Leader of the Pack" by her history teacher. This prestigious award is given to few select students for their leadership ability. Additional activities she enjoys is an active Ambassador in her Girl Scout troop, where she also serves as an older girl committee member in her service unit. This February, Elzora will receive her Girl Scout Gold Award. This Fall, Elzora will attend Albany State University, where she will major in Forensic Science.
What do you want to do after high school? After high school, I will attend Albany State University, where I will major in Forensic Science. After college, I plan to work for Georgia Bureau of Investigation as a Crime Scene Investigator and eventually the Federal Bureau of Investigation. I also want to visit Africa, Australia, England, Italy, France, Greece, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I want to attend Camp CEO again this summer because I truly enjoyed being able to connect with other Girl Scouts my age outside of my troop members. I also enjoyed the Gold Award panel, the Hoe Down Night, the group activities and just being able to hang out in the cabin before bed. The most memorable part of my experience at Camp CEO was canoeing and archery with Mrs. Susan. Our time together allowed us to get to know each other. I equally enjoyed hearing Pearls of Wisdom around the campfire and at breakfast. It was so much fun eating with a different pair every day and meeting great resources that I can use in the future. I also enjoyed the Career fair and exchanging business cards with the CEOs.
Camp CEO Bio Natalie Nelson
My name is Natalie Nelson. I love Harry Potter, playing my flute and drawing. I am the middle child, with an older sister and a younger brother. I am the one who takes care of my siblings when they are sick. My older sister has epilepsy and I was the one that alerted my parents when she started having a seizure. I love to help people especially babies. I hope to be a NICU Nurse. From the three values included in our mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? (Courage, Confidence, Character) I think character is the most important because if you have character that means you care about other people not just yourself. It also means you work hard and do not give up even if things get hard or you fail, you get back up and try even harder. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? My mom is our leader. I see how hard she has worked for our family and her troop. She grew up with absent parents due to drugs. Yet she did not give up or follow a bad path. Instead she rose above her beginning and went to college and became a teacher and raised 3 kids. My mom taught me that helping others makes you feel happy and accomplished. What do you want to do after high school? After high school I would like to become a NICU Nurse or a journalist or something in fashion. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I am currently trying to figure out what I want to do with my life. I have thought of nursing but I am hoping to learn about other paths as well. I would like to gain confidence and learn how women can work hard to obtain their goals. I would like to reach my goals.
Camp CEO Bio Selina Nie
Selina is a G.I.R.L girl from troop 2233. She is a senior in the STEM Academy at Walton High School, where she is ranked as one of the top girls in the STEM Academy with a 4.5 GPA. Selina is the GirlsFIRST Jr. Founder and Program Director. During the 2015‐2016 robotics season, she became more active as a STEM advocate and presented at the Georgia Science Teacher Association Conference, represented NASA at an event, hosted the annual Walton Robotics Summer Camps, and founded the GirlsFIRST Jr. Program to promote STEM education to middle school girls. The program offers hand‐on training and STEM‐ friendly advice for the parents, mentors, and teachers. The program continued to grow into the international stage, where she travelled to China and hosted 3 seminars with STEM Tool kits. More than 5000 girls, educators, and parents, locally and globally, have benefited from the program. Serving in multiple leadership roles at Walton Robotics, she organized and led more than 100 STEM outreach events, including keynotes speaker at the Girl Scouts Second Century Circle luncheon and the STEM Innovation Academy to promote STEM education to underserved communities, which has impacted more than 5 million individuals. She expanded the team's STEM product line to 6 languages and manages relationships with international robotics teams. Because of her work with Girls Scouts and the STEM community as well as her academic excellence, she has been honored with the National AP Scholar with Distinction Award, WIT Girl of the Year finalist, FIRST World Championship Dean's list finalist, The Porsche Driving Force Award by The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, the Gold Award from Girl Scouts, and the Council Young Woman of Distinction individually along with many team awards from FIRST Robotics.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? Coming to Camp CEO, I'd like to try new things, meet new people, and gain new skills and knowledge I would not have gained in the classroom and to challenge myself to be comfortable in discomfort. I am looking forward to the adventure of learning and connecting with our community and our world.
Camp CEO Bio Avni Sawant
Avni is a 16‐year‐old Junior taking STEM focused, advanced classes at Wheeler Magnet High School. She started on her Girl Scout journey in first grade. Avni has earned her Bronze & Silver award and is currently working on her Gold project. She is a varsity cross country and Track long distance runner representing her school for last 3 years. She has competed in Science Olympiad at school, regional, state level and twice at Nationals held in Florida and Nebraska. Avni started playing cello in middle school and is the second cellist in the Chamber Orchestra. In her free time, she loves reading, enjoys different cuisine and traveling.
What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? From tutoring kids to volunteering at Respite Care and helping developmentally challenged kids, it is most gratifying to see the difference I make to those I serve. Seeing this positive impact on my community drives me to continue volunteering. Both my parents have volunteered beginning at the elementary school until to date. My brother, also an Eagle scout. Their example has influenced me to always help those in need. Girl Scouts has made it possible to meet exceptional women, network with inspiring executives and attend events held at Fortune 500 companies. School and different clubs are great for socializing with similar interest peers. They teach me both academic and non‐academic skills, and help me improve my leadership skills.
What do you want to do after high school? I would like to earn a graduate degree in medical field and perhaps have my own practice.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? Having had such an amazing experience last year I realized that there is so much to learn from these exceptional women. My mentor has inspired me that I would like to duplicate her accomplishments in my life. Camp CEO will help me network for my Gold Project thus increasing my resource pool. It will refine my communication skills and teach me to think outside the box. This sisterhood of like‐minded girls and professional ladies is a priceless experience that I look forward to.
Camp CEO Bio Emma Toner
Emma Toner is a fun Girl Scout who loves to horseback ride and canoe with her friends. She loves to play tennis with her teammates and hang out with her friends on the golf cart. She is the older sister of one younger brother and she has a Havanese dog named Daisy. She loves PALS club and volunteering at Girl Scout Day Camp Loblolly. She is the President of Latin Club and the Leader of her Adopt‐A‐Stream Group. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? Every day I strive to reach my goals in academics, sports, and Girl Scouts. I want to succeed in these goals so I work hard to achieve them by practicing tennis every weekend on my own and taking whatever amount of time, it takes to fully understand each lesson I am taught. What do you want to do after high school? After high school I plan to go to college. I am considering becoming an accountant, but I would like to minor in Anthropology. Two years ago, I took AP Human Geography and I loved the class so much. I found each topic intriguing and I couldn't put down the textbook. I truly wanted to learn and I want to feel that again in college. I would love to work at a large successful firm.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? Camp CEO forced me to think deeper about my professional future and prepare myself with networking skills. I learned real advice from the Pearls of Wisdom not only from my CEO, but also from every other CEO present. My first year I learned to never say "um" and it has improved my public speaking skills, and last year I learned to appreciate all the time I have left in this world because I never know when it may end. This advice has shaped my life in the past year and I will never forget it.
Camp CEO Bio Bridget Van Velsor
Hi, my name is Bridget Van Velsor, and I'm a freshman at Lambert High School. I participate in Odyssey of The Mind, which is an international creative problem‐solving competition, in which my team is ranked 20th in the world in our problem and division, and I have also been a Girl Scout for 9 years, earning both my Bronze and Silver Awards. I like to draw, animals mostly, and I also like science, specifically biology, as well as social studies, and I also like video games, like Pokémon and Minecraft.
From the three values included in the Girl Scout mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about? (Courage, Confidence, Character) Confidence, because in order to get what you want to happen in different situations, you have to be able to have the confidence to not just wait for someone else to do it, but for you to take action and to get it done. What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? The thing that drives me the most to participate in various activities is that I feel as if I am making a change within my community, whether it be a small impact or a large one.
What do you want to do after high school? Go to college and possibly get a degree in art or maybe something related to science.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I thought it would a fun and educational experience to get to learn about different companies and job opportunities in different industries in Atlanta.
Camp CEO Bio Miriam Waters
Miriam Waters has lived in the Atlanta area her entire life. She is a 12th grader at Woodward Academy. She lives in a single parent household with her mother, Erica Waters. She participates in Woodward Serves, a community service club at her school. She is the captain of the girls’ track and field team and currently holds 7 school records in the sport. She enjoys history and science and plans to major in Psychology in college. From the three values included in our mission statement, which do you feel most passionate about and why? (Courage, Confidence, Character) I feel that confidence is the most important because without confidence you will not be able to take risks and achieve things that might be outside of your comfort zone. People who have made a change did not follow the crowd and conform to what society thought they should be, they took the step and rose above. Without courage, I do not think that there would be a difference between great people and normal people. What do you want to do after high school? After high school I plan to go to college for political science and have a career as an attorney or profiler one day. What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I participated in Camp CEO last year and truthfully it was a life changing experience for me. I had the opportunity to spend time with fellow girl scouts who share the same values as me as well as driven and motivated to make a change in the world. I also had the chance to meet and network with women who already made a change in the world as well as have reached a leadership position in their field.
Camp CEO Bio Sarah Wood
Sarah Wood, Age 15, considers herself to be a fairly optimistic, yet tragically pretty and smart individual. She enjoys working with children through art and science, as well pursuing the subjects herself. Sarah's favorite color is yellow that just happens to be the color of her favorite bird, a gold finch. One might ask why this is an important fact well that’s because she loves animals and hopes to one day pursue a career in biology and the environment. On her free time, she enjoys drawing and painting as well writing. She has won a scholastic silver key for her script 'A Civil Conversation on Planetary Status.'. Sarah believes that the world can only be seen truly through looking at everything with a positive point of view including yourself. In the future Sarah hopes to inspire young kids to follow their passions and feel free to be as goofy as possible.
What drives you to be involved in school, community activities and/or Girl Scouts? I think the world is a complex and varied place with experiences to happen all over. These experiences connect or disconnect every individual on the planet. My drive comes from wanting to optimize this view as much as possible. I’ve learned from my 15 years on this planet that by being a negative and disengaged individual the world will only return that to you. I believe that I still have much more to learn but having this outlook will help me apply myself to anything that I want to do! This is what drives me and helps me keep on going forward.
What do you want to do after high school? I plan to go into college and study something related to Biology or Medicine. I’m unsure if that will take me to become a Botanist or a Pediatrician, but that general field of study fascinates me greatly.
What do you hope to gain from the Camp CEO Experience? I hope to learn about what it’s like to be a woman in a leadership position and what to expect. As well I hope to grow as a leader myself. At the very least I hope to gain an amazing experience where I get to meet outstanding individuals and enjoy a session in the outdoors!