09/21/2026
Many of these students are members of HHS FBLA! Congratulations!
The Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the appointment of 12 local students to the inaugural Youth Advisory Board, a new initiative designed to give Cabell and Wayne County high school students a voice in shaping the future of the Huntington region while developing leadership and professional skills.
Youth Advisory Board members will engage with local business and community stakeholders, enhance the image of the Huntington area through digital storytelling, develop leadership skills and gain exposure to career pathways throughout the region.
The 2026 Youth Advisory Board includes:
· Scarlett Ball – Huntington High School
· Saya Cook - Huntington High School
· Maekaylee Criss – Huntington High School
· Camila Cross – Huntington High School
· Colette Dickerson – Huntington High School
· London Donahoe – Huntington High School
· Kahlil Felder – Huntington High School
· Briley Gilliland – Huntington High School
· Ella Kinsey - Huntington High School
· Carter Miller – Covenant School
· Addyson Smith – Spring Valley High School
· Sam Tigchelaar – Huntington High School
Megan Archer, President & CEO of the Chamber, said the idea for the Youth Advisory Board began when West Virginia FBLA State President London Donahoe and recent Huntington High School graduate Jenna Lindsay approached the Chamber about creating a program that would better connect young people with the local business community.
“We are excited to begin working with these twelve outstanding student-leaders,” Archer said. “Our regional youth deserve a seat at the table, and their voices deserve to be heard. Today’s students are tomorrow’s workforce, entrepreneurs, educators, healthcare professionals, and community leaders. By giving them hands-on opportunities to connect and contribute, we’re helping build a stronger future for our region.”
To learn more about the Youth Advisory Board, visit www.huntingtonchamber.org/youth-advisory-board/.