Name: Ellen Owens

County: Currituck District: Northeast

Education: I received my BS degree in Elementary Education from Elizabeth City State University in 1992. I have completed several courses towards my Master's Degree at NC State.

Work Experience with Extension: I have been the 4-H Youth Development Agent in Currituck County for the past 9 years.

Professional Youth Development Association Experience and Accomplishments: (District, State, Regional, and National levels)
NEDAE4-HA Treasurer Elect 1996-97
NEDAE4-HA Treasurer 1997-98
Chair of District Finance Committee 1997-98
Chair of District Diversity Committee 2002-2003
NEDAE4-HA President Elect 2003-2004
NEDAE4-HA President 2004-2005
TC Blalock Young Agent's Award Recipient
National Achievement in Service Award, 2003

Other Professional Associations: Member of Epsilon Sigma Phi

Personal Information: (Civic Clubs, Community Organizations, Family, etc.)
I live in Currituck with my husband of 12 years, Buddy, and our beautiful daughter Abigail who will be 2 in November.

Short statement on why you want to serve in this office: I would like to serve as your next Treasurer Elect. I am very interested in working with fellow members to keep our association growing strong. I look forward to the responsibilities and challenges of the job. See you in August!