Welcome New GPA District 8 Director

Amy Martin, Transportation Director for the Southern Georgia Regional Commission, has been nominated and confirmed by the Georgia Chapter Board to take on the unexpired District 8 Director role until December 31, 2024. This position was previously occupied by Elizabeth Backe, who has relocated out of state. Amy earned her BA and Master of Public Administration from Valdosta State University. She joined the SGRC as a planner in 2015 and was promoted to Transportation Director in 2023. Alongside her role at GPA, she serves on the boards of the Greater Valdosta United Way, the Georgia Association of MPOs, and the Lowndes County Utility Coordinating Council. Amy is also an alumna of Leadership Lowndes and South Georgia Leads.

Please join us in welcoming Amy as the new GPA District 8 Director!