Emily Bush – Ann Arbor
Emily Bush has been a member of JCI for 7 years and is serving as this year’s JCI MI District C Director. Her focus for this role has been on helping chapters come together in friendship, leadership, and purpose. She aims to encourage members to find their best selves through support, understanding, encouragement, and fun. She credits her fearlessness in public speaking to her time with the Jaycees and hopes to support Michelle in creating opportunities for other members to unlock their own skills through training and development. In her down time, you can find her around horses, cats, yarn, her husband, or any nearby body of water.
Kayleigh Gratz – Allegan & South Kent
Kayleigh Gratz joined JCI in 2017 but has actually been in the organization since the age of 2. Coming from a long line of former Jaycees, she considers herself a legacy member of the organization and it is her passion to share her love for the organization with as many young people as possible. Kayleigh is this year’s JCI MI Membership VP. Her focus for this role has been on supporting chapters around Michigan in their growth and development, thereby empowering even more individuals to create change in themselves and their communities. In the small downtime she has, Kayleigh enjoys music, her family, and taking care of her two adorable pups.
Stephanie Johnson – Redford
Stephanie Johnson has been in JCI for 13 years and has held a variety of roles. Even if you haven’t seen her, you have definitely seen her work. Stephanie has contributed to the marketing, graphics, and communications of JCI Michigan for over a decade. Although she has an artistic eye, her real passion in JCI is helping people. Stephanie is currently serving as Membership Director and Treasurer for the Redford Jaycees. She credits JCI for many of the growth opportunities that she has experienced and wants others to be able to enjoy the same. When not working, Steph enjoys traveling to new places, playing with her dogs, and enjoying the outdoors.