Save the Date
Thursday, May 8th, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
Lawrence County Civic Center
125 E Broad St, Monticello, MS 39654
N O M I N E E S
Kevin Garrett
INCUMBENT
Kevin was first elected to the Board of Directors in 2016, reelected in 2019, again in 2022, and serves as Treasurer. His professional career included serving as Chief Financial Officer and in other administrative positions with the Lawrence County School District in Monticello and as a loan accountant for a major agricultural lender. He also served almost three terms as an Alderman for the Town of Monticello. Although mostly retired, he works part-time with the Mississippi Department of Education and consults school districts throughout Mississippi.
Kevin and Angela will celebrate their 43rd wedding anniversary later this year and now make Brookhaven, MS, their home. They are members of Easthaven Baptist Church. They have two adult daughters and seven grandchildren. Kevin believes the member-oriented approach of Ferguson Federal Credit Union offers a much-needed financial alternative for the residents of our service area.
Melissa Fortenberry
INCUMBENT
Melissa was appointed to the Board of Directors in April 2018. Before being elected to the Board, she served on the Supervisory Committee of Ferguson FCU from September 2015 to April 2018. Melissa has been employed with Georgia Pacific LLC at the Monticello mill since September 2013 and currently holds the title of Southeast Regional Projects Leader, working remotely out of the corporate office in Atlanta. Previous work experience is in the Oil & Gas Industry, consulting engineering, and financial advisor services. She received her degree in Electrical Engineering from Mississippi State University. Melissa is married and has three children, ages 13, 15, & 17. She is an active member of Dinan Baptist Church in Tylertown, MS. She believes that everyone should have the opportunity to learn the basics of finances, meet their personal financial goals, and enjoy what life has to offer.
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