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

NameJob TitleEmployer
Alex FloresManagerBubba Garcias
Alexander TharpeRegional Sales ManagerCar Care plan
Allex BooneFinancial AdvisorNew York Life Insurance
Arden JonesBrokerGolf Club Realty
Ben SandiferPediatricianKidmed Pediatrics
Blake HightowerCo-Owner/ Landscape DesignerSalt Design Group
Chas WhiteheadAssociate AttorneyMayfield Law, LLC
Chip ThompsonCaddieSea Island
Christopher GarciaPersonal TrainerSelf Employed
Cory KilbyMedical Device Sales RepresentativeAdvantage Medical- SSI
Davis ReynaFinancial AdvisorEdward Jones
Dylan ReynaInsurance Sales RepState Farm- Maggie Dutton
Ethan JonesGolf Course SuperintendentThe Landings Golf & Athletic Club
Fredrik GustafssonRegional Technical ExpertSOX Erosion Solutions
Henry MabbettOperations ManagerBeachview Logistics
Hollis VealOwnerLedCo Lighting
Hunter HalversonFinancial ConsultantPhillips Private Wealth Management
Jack ParkerDistrict Supervisor & Price Book ManagerParker’s Convenience Store
Jacob BoatrightPresidentDynamic Landscape
Jonathan HaneyFinancial AdvisorTNB Financial Services
Josh JohnsonWealth Management AssociateBennett Financial Partners
Julianna JonesManufacturing Engineer IIIGulfstream
Lane Jowers
Lanisha WhittenCoding SpecialistSoutheast Georgia Health System
Layton VeonPersonal TrainerSea Island
Logan GleatonMarketing ManagerSanctuary Golf Club & Heritage Oaks Golf Club
Luke PiggeRealtorBHHS Hodnett Cooper Real Estate
Mac ShelanderClient ExecutiveOakbridge Insurance
Mariah KurangaAssistant Golf ProSea Island
Matt ForehandVice President, Family BrandsFrederick Wildman
Matt McCownCo-OwnerJekyll Market
Matt ZornikManagement ConsultantDeloitte
Scott WolfesOwnerWolfes Wash
Taylor SmithPrivate BankerSt. Simons Bank & Trust
Taylor WildsmithMedical Device Sales RepresentativeAdvantage Medical- SSI
Tony AloiPersonal ChefPutts and Pans
Trevor SmithGolf Fitness TrainerT Smith Golf Fitness
Trey McGeeMortgage ConsultantCapital City Home Loans
Wade WhatleyOwnerACE Landworks
William PodresAttorneyFarah & Farah P.A.

YAC Partners