Board of Directors
Allison Keen | Chairman
Allison is a Health and Life Insurance Agent at Clements and Keen Insurance. She graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and a Masters in Agricultural and Environmental Education, with a focus in Personal and Organizational Leadership.
After graduating and working in the agricultural industry, Allison returned to her hometown of Dublin, Georgia to join her family’s business. She currently serves as a Laurens Youth Leadership board member, and is the Chairman Elect for Leadership Dublin-Laurens.
Allison is a member of Dublin First Church of the Nazarene and enjoys cheering on the dawgs in her free time.
Anissa Pricher | Past Chairman
A Kentucky native, Anissa Pricher has lived in Dublin about five years. She is employed at Carl Vinson VA Medical Center as manager of the Medical Staff Office. Anissa graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with a Master in Healthcare Management. She is an avid reader that enjoys traveling, volunteering, sports events, spending time with family and friends and trying new restaurants in the middle GA area. She and her husband, Marcus Pricher, have two children.
Anissa is a 2023 graduate of Leadership Dublin–Laurens County.
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Chris Lewis | Programs Chair
Christopher Lewis is serving his first year on the Dublin-Laurens Leadership Board and is a graduate of the 2024 Class of Dublin-Laurens Leadership. A proud graduate of the Dublin City Schools system, he graduated as an Honor Graduate in 2007. Currently, he is the assistant principal at Susie Dasher Elementary within the Dublin City Schools system, a role he has held for four years. Before becoming an assistant principal, Christopher was primarily a 4th-grade math teacher at Susie Dasher Elementary.
He and his wife, Bridges Lewis, have been married for a little over a year, and he has a bonus daughter, Journi Bostic, who is currently a junior at Dublin High School.
Nicole Webb | Leprechaun Contest Chair
Nicole Webb represents her family’s business, Garrett Industries Fence Company, locally while working remotely as Vice President for Soliant Health, an Atlanta-based national healthcare staffing agency specializing in workforce solutions in K-12 school districts.
Nicole is a graduate of Dublin High School and the University of Georgia. She is an active member of the Board of Directors for EasterSeals of Middle Georgia, a U10 soccer coach, and volunteers with the student ministry at Liberty Church. She is also the proud wife of Justin Webb and doting mother to Anna Kate and Jasper.
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Nicole is a 2023 graduate of Leadership Dublin–Laurens County.
Miriam Lewis | Marketing & Social Media Chair
A destination veteran, Miriam Lewis joined Visit Dublin GA in 2015, and transitioned into the role of Executive Director in 2021. She oversees Dublin Visitors Center operations and staff, along with Dublin and Laurens County’s tourism marketing communications, while leading strategic initiatives to strengthen the tourism industry in Dublin.
Miriam is a 2017 graduate of the Georgia Academy for Economic Development, achieved certification the UGA and Carl Vinson Institute of Government Destination Leadership-Fundamentals of Tourism in 2023, and in 2024 the Dublin Laurens St. Patrick’s Committee named her an Honorary Leprechaun.
As a volunteer with Read To Lead, Miriam mentors students, and as a lover of the outdoors and all things that flower, Miriam is a member of the Dublin Daylily Club.
She and her husband Chris Lewis share four children.
She is a graduate of Leadership Dublin-Laurens County. (2023)
David Attaway | Treasurer Elect
David Attaway is an Audit Partner with Symphona LLP on their Dublin, GA office. David moved to Dublin after graduating from Georgia Southern University (BBA Accounting 2009, MAcc 2010).
David has spent his professional career with Symphona, focusing on audits and consulting with financial institutions. He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations, including our local chapter of the Georgia Society of CPAs, where he volunteers as a Board member. In addition, David serves on the Financial Institutions Task Force and the Accounting and Auditing Task Force with the Society.
David and his wife Kristen have two children, Charlotte and Connor. They are members of Liberty Church, where both volunteer in multiple areas. In their free time, they visit the beach and attend many Georgia Southern sporting events. David is a 2022 graduate of Leadership Dublin-Laurens County.
Angela Wright | Secretary
Angela is serving as secretary on the board this year.
She is a Banking Officer/Branch Manager at East Dublin Office.
Married to Ralph have two daughters and two grandsons.
Love reading and attending any type of sporting events.
Katie Garman | Treasurer
A Washington state native, Katie Garman has lived in Georgia since 2022. Katie works at Bank of Dudley as a Branch Manager and Trainer at the Downtown location. She’s been employed with Bank of Dudley for almost 3 years. Prior to moving to Georgia Katie’s professional career was spent in leadership positions in branch management and call center management. Her passion and drive to lead people and develop their potential commits her to being a lifelong learner. She has attended numerous Global Leadership Summits and enjoys reading or being exposed to anything related to leadership development. Katie is a 2025 graduate of Leadership Dublin Laurens County Class.
Katie and her husband Tim have four adult children, two live locally and two live in Washington. They attend Crossway Fellowship here in Dublin. In her spare time, she enjoys working out, fishing, travelling, and fellowshipping with friends and family. She has also recently joined and is active in the Dublin Civitan Club.
Karly Currie | Chairman Elect
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Karly Currie is a dedicated Community Banker at Morris Bank, where she has proudly served for the past six years. She earned her bachelor's degree in business administration from Middle Georgia State University in 2019, laying the foundation for her continued growth in the banking industry.
In addition to her professional work, Karly is a passionate community advocate. She serves as Board President of Stepping Stone Child Advocacy and Sexual Assault Center, working to protect and support some of the community’s most vulnerable individuals. She also plays an active role as a Chamber Ambassador for Dublin-Laurens County, promoting local businesses and fostering economic development. Karly is married to Alex, and they are proud parents to two children, A.J. and Kyler.
Forrest Kilgo | Programs Chair Elect
Forrest Kilgo is a Senior Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis at Smurfit Westrock. He attended Georgia Southern University and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Masters of Business Administration, and is a Certified Management Accountant.
An active community member, Forrest is a member of the Dublin Exchange club and enjoys giving back to the community.
Forrest is married to Whitney Kilgo and they have two daughters, Elsie and Madelyn. They attend First Methodist Church. Forrest is a 2025 Leadership Dublin Laurens County graduate.
Kristi Garrett | Service Project Chair
With nearly two decades in education, Kristi has dedicated her career to empowering students and educators at the secondary level. She is currently in her 8th year as an instructional coach for Laurens County Schools, where she supports teacher growth and instructional excellence. Guided by the belief that the most impactful leaders are servant-minded, she is an active member of both the Dublin Service League and Leadership Dublin-Laurens.
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Her deep passion for advocating for children with special needs led her to found the Special Moms support group, connecting families across the community. She also serves in the special needs SHINE ministry at Liberty Church and volunteers annually at Night to Shine, a prom experience for individuals with special needs.
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She and her husband, Justin—a Leadership Dublin-Laurens graduate and President of Garrett Industries Fence Company—are raising three young children and are proud to invest their time and energy into the growth of the community they call home. Kristi is a 2025 Leadership Dublin Laurens County graduate.
Jake Dean | Treasurer Elect
Jake Dean is the Managing Partner of HD Financial Firm LLC in Dublin, Georgia and MH Financial CPA Firm LLC in Hamilton, New Jersey. With over a decade of experience in tax strategy, accounting, and business consulting, Jake specializes in helping individuals and business owners minimize taxes, grow wealth, and make informed financial decisions.
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Born and raised in Dublin, Georgia, Jake spent nearly a decade away before returning home to build his businesses and raise his family. He is a board member of the Laurens County Cattlemen’s Association and a graduate of Leadership Dublin-Laurens County Class of 2024, reflecting his dedication to both agriculture and community leadership. Beyond his work in finance, he is actively involved in real estate and cattle ranching, bringing his entrepreneurial spirit to a wide range of ventures.
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Jake and his wife, Caitlin, have three children, Carolina, Logan, and Charlie. When he’s not advising clients, you’ll find him with his family, supporting local agriculture, or developing new business opportunities.