• Staff Members

     

  • Valencia Williamson
    President & CEO
    Phone: (678) 610-4021 
    Email:     vwilliamson@claytonchamber.org  

    Valencia Williamson is the President & CEO of Clayton County Chamber of Commerce in Jonesboro, Georgia where she oversees all aspects of the organization. Prior to her current role, Williamson served as Executive Vice President of the Area Development Partnership (ADP) in Hattiesburg, Mississippi where she led the organization’s Chamber of Commerce Division for ten years. Before joining the ADP in 2010, Williamson served as Vice President at Walton Area Chamber of Commerce in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. 

    A graduate of Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University, Williamson has a 19-year career as a Chamber of Commerce professional and she retains an extensive background in organization management, membership development, program implementation, and strategic partnerships. Williamson has a Master of Business Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi and has completed the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management. Williamson serves on the board of directors for The First Bancshares, Inc., and The First Bank. She also serves as a board member of the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA), and Clayton County Public Schools Foundation, Inc.

    Williamson is an avid tennis enthusiast, and she spends much of her downtime playing with her two pups Jaxon and Roxy, and hanging out with family & friends who affectionately refer to her as "V."

     

    Olivia Rankin
    Business Development Coordinator 
    Phone: (678) 822-4370 
    Email: olivia@claytonchamber.org 

    Olivia Rankin serves as Business Development Coordinator, and she is responsible for recruiting new Chamber members, promoting Chamber programs, and providing relevant value-added information that helps businesses to leverage the Chamber's many resources. Olivia is an avid enthusiast of all things business, having experience as a solopreneur, and leveraging her acumen to assist other business owners with strategic planning, marketing, and organizational development through her business Renewed Marketing Solutions, LLC. 

    Olivia holds a BA in Marketing from Columbus State University and is on track to complete an MBA in 2024 from Clayton State University where she is a recipient of the School of Business Masters Entrepreneur's Award. Olivia is actively engaged with several nonprofit organizations, helping to fulfill their missions.  

    Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Olivia has grown to appreciate the laid-back, tight-knit communities of suburban Atlanta, and rural Georgia. She loves to travel and is always up for a good adventure, whether it's taking a road trip, glamping in an RV, or driving fast cars and motorbikes.

    Interested in a membership? Olivia is your point of contact. Don’t hesitate to contact her directly at olivia@claytonchamber.org or 678-822-4370.

    Ms. Annie K. Woods
    Administrative Assistant | Chief Greeter
    Phone: (678) 610-4021 
    Email: receptionist@claytonchamber.org  
     
    Annie is responsible for the Chamber's reception, administrative duties, and all support services to ensure the efficient operation of the Chamber office. Additionally, Annie helps to promote Chamber programs and she provides relevant information that benefits the Clayton business community. Prior to Annie joining the Chamber team, she worked in the manufacturing and lighting industry as an Administrative Assistant for 31 years before spending 18 years with Dekalb County Government. Annie is a 2010 graduate of Clayton State University where she earned a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice. Annie resides in Ellenwood and she has a Yorkshire Terrier named "Vinny."