Meet Our 2025 - 2026 Board Members

Our board members are the heart of LAMP, providing essential leadership, guidance, and strategic direction to ensure our mission thrives. Comprising dedicated professionals from diverse backgrounds, our board is committed to advancing our efforts to combat homelessness and improve the lives of those in need. Through their expertise, advocacy, and passion, our board members play an integral role in shaping policies, securing funding, and fostering partnerships that strengthen our programs and services. Their unwavering support and dedication are instrumental in creating lasting change in our community.

Executive Committee

President | Karla Walker, Copeland, Haugabrook & Walker
Vice President/President Elect | Jonathan Sumner, City of Hahira
Treasurer/Finance Committee Chair | Medina Franklin, Sisterology
Secretary | Debbie Tubbs, Community Member
Personnel Committee Chair | [Position Unfilled]
Shelter Committee Chair | [Position Unfilled]

Additional Members

Alvanti Smith, Spirit of the Butterfly
Bianca Vasquez, Home Depot
Brandi Carpenter, Azalea Health
Cassie Reese, Community Member
Darius Anthony, Valdosta State University
Elly Klaus, Southwell OBGYN
Hanae Kanno, Valdosta State University
Jennifer Wells, Community Member
Jenn Smith, Mauser Packaging Solutions
Marcus McConico, Southern Georgia Regional Commission
Michael Anderson, Pepsi North America
Monica Wynn, Bimbo Bakeries
Nakia Taylor, Bank OZK
Renee Geo-Theophille, Cairo DUI School and Right Way DD School
Robby Moorefield, CJB
Sandra Y.G. Jones, Valdosta State University
Sandy Bonner, Community Member
Sarah Cherry, Phycinity Healthcare
Shannon McGee, Valdosta State University
Tom Rasmussen, Community Member

Ex Officio Members

Mayor Scott James Matheson, City of Valdosta
Representative Joyce Evans, Lowndes County Board of Commissioners

Advisory Positions
Joanna Tanner, Miller Hardware (2025)
Greg Moore (2025)
Adrian Rivers, The Office of Senator Ralph Warnock (2025)
Jamie Bone, Park Avenue Church (2025)