Jessica Goenen
President
president.jslb@gmail.com
Jessica is a South Carolina native who grew up in Sumter, SC but vacationed in Beaufort every summer with her family. She graduated from the University of South Carolina with her Bachelor’s in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Health Fitness and a minor in Psychology. Jessica then went on to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy at A.T. Still University in Arizona. She loves what she does and enjoys helping others achieve their health and fitness goals! She loves this community and wants to give back as much as possible!
Kirstin Denny
President-Elect
presidentelect.jslb@gmail.com
Kirsten is in her third year in the league. She has lived in Beaufort since 2016 and joined JSLB to get better connected to the community and give back. Kirsten and her husband recently welcomed their first baby, and we are so excited for her new baby boy!
Michaela Bibbins
Financial Vice President
financialvp.jslb@gmail.com
Michaela Bibbins was born and raised in Beaufort, SC. After graduating from Beaufort High School in 2010, she attended Clemson University and graduated in 2014 with a degree in Marketing. After living in Charleston, SC for a few years, She returned back to Beaufort in 2016 and joined the league in 2021. She is married and has the cutest little boy who she adores so much. They absolutely love living back home and raising their son in the same beautiful place that they grew up in. She loves being a part of the league and working to make Beaufort an even better city.
India Karlyk
Administrative Vice President
wearejslb@gmail.com
India is a Beaufort native who joined JSLB to reconnect with her community and make friends after returning to the area from Charlotte, NC. She has a bachelors degree from the College of Charleston and a masters in Taxation from the University of South Carolina. India is a CPA with Guardian CPA Group. You will find her on the boat or at community events with her husband and daughter enjoying all the Lowcountry has to offer.
Lainey Powell
Appropriations Director
appropriations.jslb@gmail.com
Lainey Powell is originally from a small town north of Pittsburgh, PA, but has been in and around the Low Country since 2017 after graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism. She met her husband Tanner in 2018, and has been living and working in Beaufort since 2019 for BCSO.
She joined the league in 2021 as a way to make deeper friendships and connections while serving the community through volunteering and fundraising. Since joining, Lainey has served on the board twice— and was the Jubilee chair for the 23-24 year. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, watching her favorite shows, discovering new brunch spots, (her favorite is Urban Brew!!) and raising her two girls. You’ll find her toting them around most of the time, and drinking obscene amounts of coffee to cope with the craziness!
Chelsea Young
Service Director
service.jslb@gmail.com
Chelsea grew up in the bustling city of Atlanta, after receiving her degree in Food Science and Dietetics at Georgia SOuthern University, she moved to the Lowcountry. She ran her private nutrition consulting business in Charleston for two years before moving to Beaufort. Chelsea fell in love with Beaufort’s charm, and has been a member of the league for two years. Her passion is giving back tot he community and to help Beaufort grow!
Ashton Sullivan
Member at Large
mal.jslb@gmail.com
Ashton Sullivan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist who owns and operates Emerge Counseling & Art Therapy which is located in the heart of downtown Beaufort. Ashton specializes in helping First Responders in our community to overcome the trauma that often results from their active engagement in emergency incidents. She believes that true joy is found in making a difference in the lives of others- whether it be large or small. She joined the Junior Service League of Beaufort to make a greater impact on the community by working together with others who share the same value.
Leah Kutil
Member Director
Leah, originally from Atlanta, moved to Beaufort in 2018. She enjoys living in the Lowcountry with her husband, Jared, and their two amazing children. In her free time she loves spending time outdoors with her family, enjoying everything that Beaufort has to offer, and volunteering with the Junior Service League. Leah is a huge Georgia Bulldog fan as well, Go Dawgs!
Summer Santos Caruso
Communication Director
communication.jslb@gmail.com
Summer grew up immersed in the beauty of the Lowcountry, exploring its rich landscapes and culture. After years of travel and adventure, she has returned to her roots, now raising her small family in the same cherished coastal region. Settled in Beaufort, she’s committed to building a vibrant community. Summer joined the Junior Service League of Beaufort to connect with like-minded women and forge lifelong friendships. She finds joy in open water swimming, caring for her two affectionate cats, sharing moments with her sweet bonus daughter, and, of course, queso.
Emily Kremer
Past President
pastpresident.jslb@gmail.com
Originally from Durham, North Carolina, Emily moved to the Lowcountry in 2019. Emily joined the league in 2020 to give back to her new community and make friends with like minded women. Last year Emily was the prom boutique chair and this year, Emily is serving as the President Elect on the Board. In her free time, Emily enjoys spending time with her family, baking, participating in community events