YAC
Our Young Ambassador Council consists of young professionals dedicated to natural networking, fundraising, and serving as brand ambassadors who are in line with our mission.


Great People. Great Mission.
Launched in 2024, YAC is a network of young professionals dedicated to keeping kids on course. Members are engaged in addressing issues of critical important to First Tee programs and contribute significantly to the growth and development of the organization through fundraising, advocacy, and volunteer efforts. Members also enjoy exclusive golf outings and networking opportunities.
Purpose (Time/ Treasure/ Talent)
- Time: Provide volunteer support– YAC members support FTGI by volunteering their time to support programs.
- Treasure: Secure philanthropic support– YAC members support FTGI financially to ensure the organization’s growth and sustainability.
- Talent: Build awareness– YAC members are community ambassadors that promote FTGI and its programs to individuals, businesses, and organizations that may be interested in supporting FTGI.
Requirements
- Be a young-at-heart professional over the age of 24
- Make an attempt to play/participate in the 100 Hole Golf Marathon and/or participate in other giving days.
- Contribute monthly or annual membership dues of $150 (tax-deductible)
- Volunteer for a minimum of one day/or one program session per year
- Commit to an individual annual fundraising goal- Give or Get $500. Examples include but not limited to:
- Individual/ business donations
- Drive for Life 100 Hole Golf Marathon
- Giving Tuesday
- Online Live Auction item procurement
- Corporate Sponsorships
- Matching Gift donations
- Friends of the Davis Love Foundation Challenge
Membership Benefits
- YAC socials- quarterly informal meetings
- Invitations to exclusive FTGI events
- Professional and social networking opportunities
- Wholesale pricing with our partnered venders
Commitment
By joining YAC membership, know that you are committed to the following in a calendar year:
- Annual dues: $150
- Completing a background check and Safe Sport training
- Volunteering a minimum of one day/or one program session per year with First Tee Golden Isles
- Give or Get $500- Examples include but not limited to: individual, company, or matching donations
- Event sponsorship or other corporate sponsorship
- Participation in the 100 Hole Golf Marathon and/or event sponsorship
Meet the YAC Board
Executive Team



General Board Members

YAC Directory
Name | Job Title | Employer |
Alex Flores | Manager | Bubba Garcias |
Alexander Tharpe | Regional Sales Manager | Car Care plan |
Allex Boone | Financial Advisor | New York Life Insurance |
Arden Jones | Broker | Golf Club Realty |
Ben Sandifer | Pediatrician | Kidmed Pediatrics |
Blake Hightower | Co-Owner/ Landscape Designer | Salt Design Group |
Chas Whitehead | Associate Attorney | Mayfield Law, LLC |
Chip Thompson | Caddie | Sea Island |
Christopher Garcia | Personal Trainer | Self Employed |
Cory Kilby | Medical Device Sales Representative | Advantage Medical- SSI |
Davis Reyna | Financial Advisor | Edward Jones |
Dylan Reyna | Insurance Sales Rep | State Farm- Maggie Dutton |
Ethan Jones | Golf Course Superintendent | The Landings Golf & Athletic Club |
Fredrik Gustafsson | Regional Technical Expert | SOX Erosion Solutions |
Henry Mabbett | Operations Manager | Beachview Logistics |
Hollis Veal | Owner | LedCo Lighting |
Hunter Halverson | Financial Consultant | Phillips Private Wealth Management |
Jack Parker | District Supervisor & Price Book Manager | Parker’s Convenience Store |
Jacob Boatright | President | Dynamic Landscape |
Jonathan Haney | Financial Advisor | TNB Financial Services |
Josh Johnson | Wealth Management Associate | Bennett Financial Partners |
Julianna Jones | Manufacturing Engineer III | Gulfstream |
Lane Jowers | ||
Lanisha Whitten | Coding Specialist | Southeast Georgia Health System |
Layton Veon | Personal Trainer | Sea Island |
Logan Gleaton | Marketing Manager | Sanctuary Golf Club & Heritage Oaks Golf Club |
Luke Pigge | Realtor | BHHS Hodnett Cooper Real Estate |
Mac Shelander | Client Executive | Oakbridge Insurance |
Mariah Kuranga | Assistant Golf Pro | Sea Island |
Matt Forehand | Vice President, Family Brands | Frederick Wildman |
Matt McCown | Co-Owner | Jekyll Market |
Matt Zornik | Management Consultant | Deloitte |
Scott Wolfes | Owner | Wolfes Wash |
Taylor Smith | Private Banker | St. Simons Bank & Trust |
Taylor Wildsmith | Medical Device Sales Representative | Advantage Medical- SSI |
Tony Aloi | Personal Chef | Putts and Pans |
Trevor Smith | Golf Fitness Trainer | T Smith Golf Fitness |
Trey McGee | Mortgage Consultant | Capital City Home Loans |
Wade Whatley | Owner | ACE Landworks |
William Podres | Attorney | Farah & Farah P.A. |