Bo Blanchard

Mr. Blanchard is a third generation owner of Blanchard Equipment Company, an agricultural equipment company specializing in parts, service, and sales in Georgia and South Carolina. He and his wife, Christey, live in Waynesboro, GA where they raise their daughter Dailey and son Hammond. Also keeping them busy are their at home pets, Buddy and Baby, and two hunting dogs, Clyde and Koe.

Bo serves in many capacities on local boards, including: Waynesboro-Burke Concert Series, Burke Health Foundation, Burke County Chamber of Commerce Past Chair, and South Georgia Technical College Ag Tech Advisory Committee. He is also a committed member of Waynesboro First Methodist Church, where loving God is his first priority while serving as the Men's Ministry Chair, Mission Committee member, and Lay Leadership Committee.

Bo enjoys spending time volunteering as a coach in various athletics with his children. During his free time, his family spends time on their farm in Emanuel County, GA caring for the land for future generations.

"I was more than honored when approached to serve on the John de la Howe Foundation Board. It only takes a few seconds with the administration, staff, and students to realize what a special thing is happening in McCormick County. These kids are becoming some of the most well rounded students the state of South Carolina is producing. I salute the lawmakers for their commitment to the education of these fine men and women. I am humble to have the opportunity to be a part of this incredible school. May it continue to thrive for decades to come." - Bo Blanchard