State Representative Beth Camp

State Representative Beth Camp represents the citizens of House District 135, which includes portions of Lamar and Spalding counties and all of Pike County. Rep. Camp became a 911 dispatcher at 17 years old, and her interest in helping others led to her becoming a licensed emergency medical technician. Working closely with individuals in crisis while serving in public safety sparked her love of social sciences and volunteerism. She earned an associate degree in science from Georgia Military College, a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Studies with a concentration in psychology from Clayton State University and a Master of Arts from the University of Alabama in Communication Studies with emphasis in Organizational Leadership. Rep. Camp is the owner and managing real estate broker of Camp & Associates, LLC and has been a licensed realtor since 2006 holding the “Lifetime Multi-Million Dollar Realtor” achievement for her professional efforts. She serves on the board of directors for CASA Advo-Kids, a court-appointed special advocacy for children in foster care for the Griffin Judicial Circuit.

Rep. Camp served as an elected member of the Pike County Board of Education for one term before running for state office in 2020. She met her husband of 30 years, Mark, when they were working as medics. She and her family enjoy living in Concord on their cattle production farm with a miniature donkey, a confusion of guineas, several barn cats and a Jack Russell Terrier named Trixie.

Keith T. Parker

Keith T. Parker is a renowned CEO with a record of turning struggling organizations into profitable and reputable entities. As the former CEO of the Metropolitan Atlanta Regional Transit Authority (MARTA), he successfully transformed what was once deemed the worst public transit system in the U.S. into an economic asset, generating over a quarter billion dollars in operating surplus. Currently, as president and CEO of Goodwill of North Georgia, Parker has expanded the nonprofit’s retail footprint while enhancing the organization's mission to put people to work. Under Parker's leadership, the organization has connected more than 120,000 people to new jobs in the past five years. His leadership style has resulted in one of the lowest overhead rates in the nonprofit sector. Additionally, Parker serves on multiple boards and has received numerous accolades for his impactful contributions, most recently, the Atlanta Business League's 2024 Herman J. Russell CEO of the Year Award.

Veronica Maldonado-Torres

Veronica Maldonado-Torres is a visionary leader, transformational business strategist, and fierce advocate for economic prosperity . Since 2021, she has served as President and CEO of the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GHCC), where she has redefined what’s possible for Hispanic chambers —fueling business growth, advancing policy innovation, and forging bold partnerships that are reshaping Georgia’s economic landscape.

Under her dynamic leadership, GHCC has expanded its statewide footprint into rural and coastal Georgia, secured historic levels of funding, and championed the priorities of over 5,000 members and affiliates. She has built powerful collaborations with Fortune 500 companies, public and private partners that have helped businesses creating thousands of jobs and generate an increase in economic impact and attraction. Internationally, she has led GHCC’s first global delegations in over a decade, strengthening economic ties with Latin America and earning recognition for her leadership in global economic diplomacy.

A highly sought-after motivational and leadership speaker, Veronica is known for her bold energy, authentic presence, and purpose-driven message that inspires others to rise, lead, and thrive. Her accolades include Georgia Trend’s “100 Most Influential Georgians,” Atlanta Magazine’s “500 Most Influential Atlantans,” and Expo Latina’s “Top 12 Most Influential Women in Business.”

Beyond her titles, Veronica leads with heart and serves on several boards including American Heart Association, Emory University Ethics and Integrity, Georgia Chamber, Northeast Georgia Community Foundation to name a few. She is a devoted wife to Sammy, mother to Sebastian and Katalina, and mentor to the next generation of changemakers. Her Driven to Thrive philosophy continues to inspire impact worldwide.

Jahedy Rojas

Jahedy Rojas is graduating from Clayton State University with a Bachelor's in English and a Minor in Psychology. She is a first-generation graduate, and through hard work and with the support of her mother and brother, she is graduating Cum Laude. 

During her time at Clayton State, Jahedy has been deeply involved in the English Department. She works for the Writers' Studio as a consultant and Peer Academic Mentor, which means she has helped students and staff with every step of the writing process. This position has allowed her to express her love for helping individuals become the best writers they can be! Jahedy is the treasurer and a proud member of the Creative Writing Club. Her commitment to the department has shown as she was recently awarded the Bill Pascha Senior English Award. 

Jahedy plans to continue her education by acquiring a master's in fine arts in creative nonfiction and then a PhD in Rhetoric and Composition, so she can become an English professor and continue teaching her love for the written word.

Krushaliben Parekh

Krushali Parekh Is an international student from India as well as a first-generation graduate in her family. She is receiving her master’s in health administration from Clayton State University - A journey that began oceans away and lead all the way to the commencement stage, where she now proudly serves as the student speaker for class of 2025.

While navigating a new country, culture, and education system, Krushali embraced every opportunity to grow, lead, and represent. She proudly showcased Clayton State at the prestigious NAHSE conference and case competition, where she amplified the voices of emerging healthcare leaders and celebrated the strength of diversity in the field.

Her dedication to improving healthcare systems has recently led her to accept a full-time position in Quality Assurance with FEHE Enterprise Inc., a Georgia-based healthcare company that supports individuals with developmental disabilities, senior citizens, and other vulnerable populations through a wide range of services.

Krushali is guided by a belief in purposeful leadership, cultural connection, and the power of education to transform lives. She strives to uplift others, chase dreams boldly, and lead with heart in every space she enters.

Angel Aruna

Angel Oshiokalame Aruna is graduating from Clayton State University with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. As a college student and Army ROTC cadet, Angel’s journey has been defined by resilience, leadership, and a deep commitment to service.

At Clayton State, she served as a two-time Resident Assistant and President of the African Student Association, where she promoted cultural pride, unity, and student engagement. She also earned the title of Miss Alpha Phi Alpha and placed as 2nd runner-up in the Miss Old Gold & Black Scholarship Competition.

Outside of campus life, Angel has served as a Logistics Specialist in the Army National Guard since 2021 and is now preparing to commission as a Logistics Officer on active duty. She also contributes to the Army Honor Guard, honoring the fallen and supporting community events with pride and precision.

Angel is driven by a passion for servant leadership and strives to create spaces where people feel seen, heard, and empowered—whether in uniform, in leadership, or in everyday life.