THOMASVILLE- Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) is proud to announce that Keyondria Harris, Director of Economic Development, has successfully completed the South GeorgiaLEADS Regional Leadership Initiative (RLI) program for 2024-2025.

The South GeorgiaLEADS program is a premier leadership immersion experience designed to equip citizens throughout South Georgia with awareness of critical regional issues and the necessary skills to effectively lead South Georgia in the 21st Century economy.

“This program has been an invaluable experience for my professional development and has expanded my understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities facing our region,” said Harris. “I look forward to applying these leadership skills to strengthen economic development initiatives at SRTC and throughout our service area.”

Throughout the seven-month program, Harris participated in sessions focusing on key regional topics, including community storytelling, leveraging tradition and opportunity, regional capacity-building, and the power of collective impact. The program culminated with a graduation ceremony held in Brooks County on March 20, 2025.

South GeorgiaLEADS was established in 2014 through a partnership between the Georgia Chamber of Commerce and the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development at the University of Georgia. The program represents collaborative efforts by economic development professionals across South Georgia who recognize the critical importance of investing in a new generation of leaders who can champion the region while addressing significant challenges related to workforce development, education, and economic growth.

“We are extremely proud of Keyondria’s accomplishment,” said SRTC President Jim Glass. “Her commitment to professional growth directly benefits our college’s mission to provide workforce development and economic growth opportunities across our service region.”

As Director of Economic Development at SRTC, Harris plays a vital role in connecting the college with regional employers and implementing programs that address workforce needs. Her completion of this prestigious leadership program strengthens SRTC’s ability to serve as an economic catalyst for South Georgia.

Southern Regional Technical College offers over 150 degree, diploma, and certificate programs that are designed to get students quickly into their desired careers, and 28 general education courses that transfer to the University System of Georgia institutions and 19 private colleges and universities in Georgia. SRTC has instructional sites located in eleven counties across Southwest Georgia for the convenience of its students. The College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). SACSCOC is the regional body for the accreditation of degree-granting higher education institutions in the Southern states. For the most up-to-date information on registration, class dates, and program offerings, interested individuals can log on to www.southernregional.edu or call (888) 205 – 3449.

Summer semester begins May 19. Don’t wait, enroll today!