Ogeechee Technical College (OTC) is excited to announce the appointment of Mandy Fortune to its local Board of Directors. The appointment, approved by the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia on June 6, 2024, will see Fortune begin her term in July 2024, serving through June 2026.
OTC President Lori Durden expressed her enthusiasm about Fortune's addition to the board.
"I'm thrilled to have Mandy join our board. Not only is Mandy well respected as a professional in our community, but her energy and enthusiasm is contagious," said Durden. "Her years of experience in marketing and banking will also help us gain new insights into ways OTC can be a catalyst for technical education in our community."
Fortune currently serves as Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer at Citizens Bank of the South, a position she has held since October 2022. With a proven track record in Nonprofit Organizations, Marketing Management, Budgeting, Banking and Finance, Fundraising, and Advertising, Fortune brings a wealth of experience to OTC.
A graduate of Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Science in Communication/Public Relations, Fortune’s career spans over 25 years. Her previous roles include Marketing Director at Citizens Bank of the South (2008-2022) and Executive Director at Statesboro Convention and Visitors Bureau (1998-2002).
Fortune’s commitment to community service is equally impressive. She has held numerous leadership positions, such as Board Chairman of the Statesboro Bulloch County Chamber of Commerce in 2021, Board Member of the Lynda Brannen Williamson Foundation, and Board Member of the Rockin’ Out Alzheimer’s Disease (ROAD) Foundation. Her dedication has been recognized with multiple awards, including Woman of the Year 2023 by Statesboro Magazine and Volunteer of the Year 2021 by the Statesboro Chamber.
Residing in Statesboro, Georgia, Fortune continues to actively contribute to various community initiatives and organizations. Her appointment to the OTC Board of Directors is expected to bring fresh perspectives and heightened community engagement to the college.