National 4-H Council Welcomes Three Young Leaders to Advisory Committee

Washington, D.C., Sept. 14, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- National 4-H Council has welcomed three young leaders to its Young Alumni Advisory Committee (YAAC), aiming to strengthen alumni engagement and leverage their diverse experiences to support the organization's mission.

Rachel Bee, a 10-year 4-H member from Utah, has been selected for the committee. She developed her leadership skills through livestock programs and ambassador roles, including serving as a State Livestock Project Ambassador. Bee has also turned her 4-H skills into entrepreneurial ventures, launching Infusion Hero, a company that designs hoodies for patients receiving medical treatments. Currently, she is pursuing her degree in accounting at Southern Utah University.

Alex Paul, from Illinois, joined 4-H as a high school freshman and quickly took on leadership roles, eventually becoming the President of Illinois 4-H and representing the organization in national leadership opportunities. He is now a student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he plans to pursue a path in law, public policy, and advocacy. His involvement in 4-H has equipped him with valuable communication skills and a strong commitment to civic engagement.

Ronak Suchindra, a nine-year 4-H member from Pennsylvania, has played a significant role in expanding hands-on STEM learning. He led more than 30 STEM camps that reached over 600 young people across the state. Suchindra is currently studying at the University of Pennsylvania and brings experience in STEM, artificial intelligence, and youth leadership to the committee. He envisions helping young people build the skills necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Heather Elliott, Chief Development and Marketing Officer at National 4-H Council, expressed excitement about the incoming committee members.

The YAAC connects emerging leaders with opportunities to continue contributing to 4-H as they transition from members to young alumni. The committee aims to bring young alumni perspectives to strengthen connections with the broader 4-H alumni community and help create opportunities for the next generation of 4-H members. The experiences of this incoming class demonstrate the many ways 4-H prepares young people to move confidently into their next chapter, from launching businesses and pursuing public policy to exploring the possibilities of artificial intelligence.

The selection of these three leaders underscores the National 4-H Council's commitment to fostering a network of engaged and influential alumni who can help shape the future of the organization and its impact on young people.