Chapter Stalwarts - Georgia Association of Woodturners

Jim Hutchinson

Jim joined the Georgia Association of Woodturners in early 1994 and has been a member since. Throughout the years, he has held various elected positions within the chapter, including two years as president. In addition to his contributions in those positions, Jim has always been ready to volunteer his time, energy, wisdom, and historical knowledge of the chapter whenever and wherever needed.

Jim seeks out new members to welcome them to the chapter, and his mild manner and genuine friendliness leave a lasting impression. In the words of one of our members, “I don’t know of anyone in the chapter who is better at warm hospitality than Jim.” He is always among the first to volunteer for whatever the chapter may require and routinely suggests ways that he might be of further service to the chapter. Jim’s “come early, stay late, and do whatever needs to be done” attitude has earned him the chapter’s first Quiet Stalwart award.