Cameron Carter- President

president@georgiahosa.org

Cameron Carter is beyond honored to serve Georgia HOSA’s members as the 2023-2024 State President! Cameron is a Senior at Chattooga High School. Also a HOSA member since 9th grade, he feels right at home with the loving family that is Georgia HOSA. Cameron said this year is all about growth and changing within to continue to expand our organization and improve the experience of all of our members. When Cameron is not working on HOSA work, he is performing in the Chattooga High School marching band, as a three year Drum Major. He also works with the American Red Cross and his local county government to advocate for a largely local blood supply. He plans to one day become a cardio-thoracic surgeon and maybe even the United States surgeon general. With all the love and passion in his heart Cameron says "With service, passion, and a kind heart, you can accomplish the impossible." also remember that passion is energy.

Neal Fernandes- president- elect

presidentelect@georgiahosa.org

Neal Fernandes is a Junior at Lambert High School and has been an active HOSA member since 6th grade. He is honored to be serving as your 2023-2024 State President-Elect! Among the countless aspects that captivate Neal within HOSA, the opportunity to forge meaningful connections with healthcare-oriented individuals from across the globe holds a special place. Utilizing the skills he has cultivated through his dedicated time in HOSA, Neal plans to pursue a career in neuroscience. In addition to his involvement in HOSA, Neal is a medical intern and committed community volunteer. In his free time, you can find Neal watching football or basketball, listening to music, and trying new sushi rolls. He looks forward to an exciting and eventful HOSA year!

Anvita Guttikonda- Vice President of Officer Relations

vp.officerrelations@georgiahosa.org

Anvita Guttikonda is honored to serve as Georgia HOSA’s Vice President of Officer Relations. She is a senior at Alliance Academy for Innovation, currently enrolled in their Emergency Medical Technician and First Responders Pathway. She has been a part of HOSA since the seventh grade, and gained a true passion for healthcare after attending various conferences and events hosted by the organization. Anvita is passionate about finding an intersection between policy and healthcare to better the overall patient experience. Apart form being a state officer, Anvita is an avid member of her school’s Red Cross chapter and Student Diversity Association. She cannot wait to meet Georgia HOSA’s incredible members and have a great year! “

Madison Forsythe-Vice President of Membership

vp.membership@georgiahosa.org

Madison is honored to be serving as the Georgia HOSA 2023-2024 Vice President of Membership. Madison is all about helping and supporting others who feel they have no voice because she was once the same way. As a Senior at Newton High School and Newton College & Career Academy’s STEM Institute, Madison has completed the Biotechnology pathway and is furthering her education by taking a dual enrollment course at Georgia Piedmont Technical College. Madison is passionate about bettering her community for others through service and raising awareness on positive behavioral habits, and with HOSA she has been able to do just that!  Madison served as the NCCA HOSA Vice President of Relations and President Elect for her local chapter. One of her most memorable experiences from that time was helping run a blood drive at her school where over 50 lives were saved. As a advocate for Georgia HOSA members Madison strives to represent them in the most effective ways she can! 

Tanaya Pinkston- Vice President of Innovation

vp.innovation@georgiahosa.org

Tanaya Pinkston is a junior in McClure Health Science High School and has been in HOSA since her seventh grade year, serving as the Historian. Along with HOSA, Tanaya serves as a junior leader on the Gwinnett Student Leadership Team. She helps student leaders in her school and across Gwinnett county. In her free time, she enjoys writing short stories and poems by her window. Tanaya hopes to study Psychology and become a Pediatric Behavioral Health Specialist and make a difference in the future generation of children. When it comes to life, Tanaya believes that people should not see it as black or white; but as different shades. Tanaya’s goal for Georgia HOSA is to help everyone realize that they have a role in the world and they play a vital part in our future.