Shaun Andrews, Executive Director - shaun.andrews@augustatech.edu Ashley Harris, Program Director - ashley.harris@augustatech.edu
Shaun Andrews
Executive Director
Ashley Harris
Program Director
Our Board of Directors
Accelerate Augusta is guided by a diverse, experienced, and passionate board of community leaders, educators, and business executives:
Mr. Allan Soto
Ms. Ashley Mitchel
Ms. Cynthia Rhodes
Dr. Garrett Green
Mr. Jack Evans, Chair
Mr. James Hefner
Dr. Kendricks Hooker
Ms. Lee Little
Dr. Lester McCorn
Ms. Margaret Woodard
Mr. Rob Dennis
Ms. Sue Parr
Dr. Tom Clark
Dr. Tony Robinson
This leadership group ensures integrity, vision, impact, and accountability in all we do.
Mission
Empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses in the Greater Augusta region by providing access to the resources, programs, and funding needed to drive innovation, sustainability, and economic impact.
Vision
To establish the Greater Augusta area as Georgia’s leading hub for thriving startups and small businesses – expanding opportunity and economic impact across the broader region.
Our Values
Collaboration
Partnering across sectors to strengthen our ecosystem
Impact
Driving measurable change for entrepreneurs and communities
Inclusion
Ensuring equitable access to every resource we offer
Innovation
Encouraging fresh ideas that solve real problems
Sustainability
Building long-term business success and regional vitality