The NCSEA 2025 Emerging Leader Awardee

The NCSEA 2025 Emerging Leader Awardee

Author: NCSEA August 27, 2025 Duration: 16:18

Pat O’Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services  continue to  highlight the NCSEA awardees, Antolette Vinson.

Antolette Vinson, Child Support Specialist Supervisor, Division of Child Support Services, Georgia Department of Human Services, is the NCSEA 2025 Emerging Leader Awardee.  Having assumed supervisory responsibilities 2 years ago, Antolette describes her leadership style, what she has learned, what has surprised her and how her work and that of her team positively impact Georgia families every day.  Her initiatives with the Chatham County Jail and other community outreach activities help deliver services to parents “where they are”.  Her energy and enthusiasm are infectious.  Listen to learn more.


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