South Baldwin Chamber Foundation Welcomes the 2025–2026 Junior Ambassador Class

The South Baldwin Chamber Foundation is proud to announce the newest class of Junior Ambassadors, a group of outstanding high school juniors selected through a competitive application and interview process.

Each spring, rising juniors from Elberta and Foley High School apply for the program, and during the summer, they participate in panel interviews with community leaders. This process not only helps in selecting the final class but also gives students valuable experience in developing their interview skills, an important step in preparing them for future opportunities.

This year’s Junior Ambassadors are:

Alexander Baccetti

Allison Charbonneau

Anna Schuck

Catherine Parker

Cynthia Whitehead

Finely Loper

Katelyn McLain

Kortlyn White

Noah Weber

Olivia Phillips

Sadie Kitchens

Sierra Jones

Sonny Edwards

Alexis Ables

Allyson Funderburk

Brady Nichols

Carroll Grace Whitson

Colton Watkins

Elijah Simonson

Isabella Garcia

Jerald Reed

Leah Pierce

Nevaeh Johnson-Sanders

Reygan Watson

Sarah Branscomb

Shanik Figueroa De La Cruz

Titus Bettis

Community leaders who helped conduct this year’s interviews praised the students’ talent, passion, and professionalism.

“As a local business owner, I believe it’s vital to support the next generation, which is why I enjoy helping with these interviews. This year’s candidates were incredibly impressive—articulate, mature, and so full of potential that it made the selection process a genuine challenge. It was also fascinating to hear their different perspectives on navigating new technologies, which reaffirmed that the future of our community is in very capable hands.”

— Michael Bwauchamp, Local IT

“The interviews for the Junior Ambassadors program were an absolute highlight of my summer—they went smoothly and were filled with energy. I chose to volunteer because I believe in fostering the next generation of leaders in our local area, and this program provides a unique opportunity to identify and nurture talent among high school juniors who are eager to make a positive impact. What stood out most to me about the students was their genuine passion and creative ideas for community service, which reminded me why investing in the next generation is so rewarding.”

— Alex Sweeney, SouthState Bank

The Foundation looks forward to an exciting year ahead as these students take part in leadership workshops, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on experiences designed to prepare them for future success.

Congratulations to the new Junior Ambassador class!

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Junior Ambassadors is a youth leadership program designed to help high school juniors discover their personal leadership potential through exposure to economic development opportunities, government awareness, environmental stewardship, and civic engagement through community service. Since 1998, nearly 400 students have completed the program, gaining skills and experiences that empower them to make a positive impact on their communities.

Read our eNews stories to see highlights from past JA workshops and experiences!

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