Advisory Committee Meets for SGTC Accounting and Business Technology Programs

March 18, 2026
Pictured (l-r) are members of the advisory committee for SGTC’s accounting and business technology programs Sharon Smith, Terri Wooden, Sierra Harvey, Dr. David Finley, Krista Cooper, Katrice Martin, Melissa Hollis, Brenda Boone, and Rev. Michael Edge.
Pictured (l-r) are members of the advisory committee for SGTC’s accounting and business technology programs Sharon Smith, Terri Wooden, Sierra Harvey, Dr. David Finley, Krista Cooper, Katrice Martin, Melissa Hollis, Brenda Boone, and Rev. Michael Edge.

The Accounting and Business Technology advisory committee at South Georgia Technical College recently gathered in the Odom Center conference room on the Americus campus to review program updates and discuss developments in the field.

Accounting instructor Brenda Boone and Business Technology instructor Sharon Smith shared information about their respective programs, including enrollment, instructional updates, and student progress. Committee members examined various aspects of the programs to ensure coursework remains aligned with current trends and expectations within the accounting and business administrative technology industries.

Members of the committee present at the advisory meeting were: Terri Wooden, County Clerk, Sumter County Board of Commissioners; Sierra Harvey, City Clerk, City of Americus; Krista Cooper, Sumter EMC; and Rev. Michael Edge, Accountant, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center. Representing SGTC were Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of Academic Affairs Melissa Hollis, Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Grants Coordinator Katrice Martin, and Academic Dean Dr. David Finley.

Advisory committee meetings provide valuable guidance and support for SGTC programs by strengthening connections between the college and the business community. Through these discussions, faculty members receive feedback from industry professionals that helps enhance curriculum, improve program operations, and ensure students are well prepared for today’s workforce.

South Georgia Technical College offers more than 200 programs of study designed to prepare students for in-demand careers. Through March 31, the college is waiving the application fee for applicants who enter the code MARCH26. Learn more or apply online at www.southgatech.edu.