Chamber Board

My name is Cindy Birge and I am Broker/Owner of Elite Realty in Chipley, Florida. I have two adult children. I am proud to live and work in Washington County. As a hometown girl, I am passionate about the growth and development of our community. I have worked in Real Estate for over twenty years and I am glad that I have the opportunity to “sell” my customers the lifestyle of our area. I serve on several committees within the real estate industry at the state, local, and national level. I am also an active member of my church and serve on its board.

Philip Horvath was born and raised in Live Oak, Florida is the second of Glenn and Cindy Horvath’s four children. He moved to the Panhandle to attend the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville and received his B.A. in Missions. Thereafter, Philip traveled extensively around the as a missionary and worked on an angus cattle farms. He credits this time with further developing his hard work ethic and his joy in serving others. 

In 2015, he began working for Rivertown Community Church as a Children’s Ministry Director and became Campus Pastor in 2018.
He is married to Jordan Horvath, Chipley native and social worker for Holmes District Schools. They have two children: Boaz & Piper Joy. Philip enjoys spending time with his family & friends, traveling, scuba diving, grilling meats, and being outdoors. He also remains active in the cattle community and works with various ranchers and farmers in the area.

Tracy Andrews is a graduate of Chipola College with an Associate of Arts degree and Florida A & M University with a Bachelor of Science degree. Tracy has worked for Florida Power & Light Company for 33 years of outstanding service in various departments and presently is the External Affairs Manager. In her current leadership position, her duties for Washington, Holmes, Calhoun, Jackson and Gadsden counties encompass growing, serving and supporting the community. She is also responsible for coordinating external outreach for solar energy centers. Tracy actively serves in several business and community organizations within the region. .  Also, she serves as the Mayor for the City of Chipley.  
 
 

Tiffany Hitchcock is the President-Elect of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, where she advocates for business development, collaboration, and strategic community growth. She also serves as Retail Market Manager for First Federal Bank, overseeing the Chipley and Marianna markets, bringing more than 15 years of experience in relationship banking and customer-focused financial solutions.

A dedicated community leader, Tiffany serves on the Washington County Economic Development Council, the Kiwanis Club of Chipley Board, and the Dayspring Christian Academy Board. Her work reflects a strong commitment to supporting local businesses, families, and future leaders.

Tiffany is a devoted wife and mother of four boys and spends many weekends at the ballfield cheering them on. She brings the same teamwork, encouragement, and leadership into her professional and civic roles, working to help build a connected and prosperous Washington County.

Brandon Lovering is the Senior Vice President and Market President for One Florida Bank in Chipley. He is from Damascus, Ga. He has been in banking since 2006 and lived in Chipley since 2015. He is married to the former Ashley Roberts of Chipley. They have 3 children.
Brandon has been involved in community service since college. He has been a member of Rotary Clubs in Georgia and Dothan, Al., as well as Kiwanis in Dothan and Chipley. He is a former Kiwanian of the year in Chipley. Brandon has served on the executive board of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, recently completing his presidential term. He was also instrumental in bringing LEAD Washington County to the Chamber. He is the current chairman of the Economic Development Council. Brandon enjoys spending time with his family, Atlanta Braves baseball, and supporting Florida State University athletics.

Amy Wiwi has worked at Metric Engineering, Inc. for 22 years and currently serves as a Vice President and North Florida Planning Director.  After finishing her graduate studies in engineering at the University of Florida, she made the decision to move back to this area to be close to her family.  Within a short time after returning, she began volunteering in the community and has served many years on the Chipley Redevelopment Area Board, the Chamber of Commerce Board, and as a volunteer for the local United Way Chapter. Ms. Wiwi’s background in planning and engineering have proven to be beneficial as she has worked to assist the Chamber in future and regional planning challenges to ensure Washington County’s prosperity for future generations.
 

Will "Tonka" Taylor is the Chairman of the Washington County School District School Board in Florida, known for his involvement in local education and community matters, including discussing policies like paying students for attending Saturday school. He represents District 4 on the board and was re-elected in 2022, taking on leadership roles like Chairman in late 2024. 

Wayland Fulford is the Senior Vice President and CLO at Community South Credit Union.  Originally from Hartford, Alabama- Wayland graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and has spent over 30 years in Banking.  Wayland and his wife Connie live in Washington County and enjoy outdoor activities, community service, college football and spending time with family and friends.

Bowen, who has been a key member of the hospital’s leadership team, has earned recognition for her exceptional guidance, steadfast commitment to patient-centered care, and forward-thinking approach to strengthening the hospital’s mission. Hospital officials say her promotion reflects not only her professional excellence but also her deep dedication to the patients, staff, and community she serves.

“Ronni’s leadership has been instrumental in advancing our goals and enhancing the quality of care we provide,” the release stated. “Her passion and vision will continue to drive Northwest Florida Community Hospital toward growth and excellence in this next chapter.”

Kristin Martin is the Vice President of Southpoint Contracting and Sage Brand Studio, both located in downtown Chipley.  She is married to Blake Martin, and they share one daughter, Lauren.
She is the founder of Project Downtown Chipley which hosts the Downtown Fall Block Party and monthly Thursday Night Lights, current President of Chipley Woman’s Club, and an active member of the Washington County Historical Society and Chipley Garden Club.
Kristin is also a proud native of Washington County, with multi-generational roots in the area.

Danny Exum earned a Master’s in Business Administration from Troy University with a major in Management Information Systems. 
Danny is retired from Wiregrass Electric Cooperative where he served as Chief Information Officer and held seats on several utility vendor advisory boards. He was often asked to speak nationally on emerging technologies and management.
After retiring in January 2023, Danny joined the Washington County Chamber and began serving as a Chamber Ambassador. He serves on the Tri County Airport Authority Executive Committee as the Grants Coordinator, secretary of the Finance Committee and Community Outreach Coordinator.  Danny has twice lectured at Chipola College on Cyber Security and Risk Management.
He moved to Chipley in 1997 after marrying the former Gail Knight of Chipley. When not volunteering, he crafts woodworking projects that he donates to several nonprofit organizations.

Tamekia McKinnie, Health and Life Insurance Broker, All Health and Life Insurance.
She and her husband Dante live in Chipley and serve in the ministry helps at House of Prayer Worship Center, Inc. They are committed to family, church and our community by sharing the gospel and the best ways to leave an inheritance of generational wealth through educational and wellness seminars. The McKinnie family legacy spans over 100 years in Washington County.
Tamekia currently serves the Washington County Council on Aging board. She is the Health and Wellness committee chair with the Women’s Club of Chipley, and a board member of the Chamber of Commerce. Tamekia is a community resource partner that has a long history of volunteerism, mentorship and leading fundraising campaigns. Tamekia worked in the retail and hospitality industry for over 30 years- as a District Manager, Operations and Human Resources Manager. 

Rasheida Potter is a proud native of Washington County, raised in Chipley, Florida. A graduate of Chipley High School and Chipola College with an Associate of Science degree, she has dedicated over 30 years to serving her community as the Operations Manager at Cooper Funeral Home, supporting Washington County as well as the surrounding areas of Jackson, Holmes, and Bay. In addition to her long-standing career in funeral home operations, Rasheida has also been actively involved in the childcare and education system for more than 17 years, reflecting her deep commitment to community service and the well-being of local families.