The National Board of Directors
The JCI USA National Board of Directors serves as the governing body responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operations, and initiatives of JCI USA, the United States branch of Junior Chamber International (JCI). Made up of elected and appointed leaders from across the country, they work collaboratively with local leadership to advance the organization’s mission of providing opportunities for young people to develop leadership skills and create positive change in their communities. Led by the National President, board members fulfill various roles, such as Vice Presidents, State Presidents, General Legal Counsel, and Leadership Development Director. Together, they coordinate national programs, support local chapters, and represent JCI USA on the international stage. Through their collective vision and dedication, they ensure the vitality and impact of JCI USA, empowering young leaders to make a meaningful difference both locally and globally.
About JCI USA's Leadership
JCI USA’s Board of Directors is comprised of the Executive Committee and State Presidents. They are dynamic group of leaders aged 18-40 dedicated to guiding the organization towards its mission of empowering young people to create positive change. This Board of Directors is elected annually from across the nation, with representation from all State Organizations. As part of the Board of Directors, the national Executive Committee is composed of elected officers and appointees who guide the national level of the organization, deliver programming that empowers young leaders, and support their respective local and state levels.
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee is made up of young leaders from around the country. They are tasked with growing and sustaining the impact and mission of JCI USA along with the State Presidents.
State Presidents
State Presidents represent their local chapters and State Board of Directors at the national level by serving on the National Board of Directors.
California: President Jimmy McCoy
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Connecticut: Vacant
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Delaware: President Curtis Harris Jr.
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Florida: Vacant
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Georgia: President Sydney Davis
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Hawaii: President Patrick Comiso
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Illinois: President Megan O’Brien
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Iowa: President Megan McClurg
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Kentucky: Vacant
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Louisiana: President Brittany Willard
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Maryland: President Courtney Jensen
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Michigan: President Jessica Anderson
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Minnesota: President Hannah Solberg
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Mississippi: President Karl Eisenring
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Missouri: President Sara Rothweiler
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Montana: President Rachel Bartlett
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Nebraska: President Nick McNew
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New York: President King Arbee Guiveses
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North Carolina: President Heather Resino
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Ohio: President Matt Burger
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Pennsylvania: President Briyell Schriver
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South Carolina: President Lauren Folk
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Tennessee: President Ryan Myers
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Texas: President Zach Klein
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Virginia: President Erika Ostuni
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Wisconsin: President Kurt Henkel
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JCI USA Staff
Once described as “relentlessly cheerful,” Chloe is a lover of all things colorful and practically every fruit known to man. With a degree in Leadership & Organizational Studies, she is a passionate and experienced project manager who is ready to make a significant impact. In the workplace, she brings a balance of creativity with a sense of problem-solving and urgency to get things done. Her experience includes developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating nonprofit programs as well as program administration, board management, systems development, process improvement, event planning, and cross-functional coordination. When she is off the clock, you can find Chloe tending to her houseplants or attending events in her local community.
Wendy’s journey with the Jaycees began with a simple invitation to a game night with her friend, Debbie Velten. That single evening sparked a lifelong involvement with the organization. It was through the Jaycees that Wendy found more than just a community—she met her husband, proving the “5th Pillar” exists in Jaycees. The couple has now been married for nearly 30 years. Wendy was recognized for her service to the community and the organization with a Senatorship on November 17, 2009. Wendy is a proud mother to two daughters, aged 25 and 18. Her household is rounded out by Max, her grumpy but lovable 10-year-old rescue dog. Whether she is supporting her daughters, volunteering, or enjoying time with Max, Wendy continues to live by the Jaycee values that have shaped her life and family for the past 30 years.
Rylee Meek is an Oklahoman with nearly a decade of experience building programs, coalitions, and leadership pipelines that strengthen communities and civic participation. Her work has spanned healthcare advocacy, elections, polling, and environmental issues, with a consistent focus on turning values into action and helping people step into leadership with confidence. She has led and supported initiatives that recruit, train, and empower emerging leaders, working alongside nonprofits, political organizations, and grassroots campaigns across the country. In addition to her professional work, Rylee is a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) for children in the foster care system and a regular volunteer in local civic efforts. Rylee holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Oklahoma City University. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her husband and three children, being outdoors, practicing yoga, and reading nonfiction.
Cassie Brethen comes to JCI USA with a background in nonprofit program design and delivery. In her previous role, Cassie established a mobile food distribution program with the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina that currently provides over 1 million pounds of food each year to families facing food insecurity across the state. She previously received her bachelor’s degree in political science from Catawba College and completed a variety of service projects across the country through AmeriCorps NCCC FEMA Corps. Passionate about public service and professional development, she is excited to support JCI USA across all four Areas of Opportunity! A North Carolina native, Cassie lives in Raleigh with her husband and an adorable shiba inu mix pup named Teddy.