“Celebrating our past. . . embracing our future!”
ELECT
HOWARD JACKSON
ORANGEBURG COUNTY COUNCIL
DISTRICT 5
TUESDAY
JUNE 11th, 2024
Purpose
Purpose
“We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in our hands to make a difference.”
These words were echoed by the late Nelson Mandela, and embody my reasons for running for Orangeburg County Council District 5.
An Orangeburg native, I believe that local government, run by local people who genuinely care about their community, can make a significant difference in the lives of the constituents there. The vital issues that I would like to address run the gamut from homelessness, to reaching our youth, enhanced technology for all citizens, smart affordable housing and creating economic stability.
I have the educational, military and community experience to join the current members of the Orangeburg County Council to create this needed change, as well as the faith necessary to lead this community with integrity.
As Nelson Mandela so eloquently stated, “we can change the world,” but it is in the hands of council members, residents, and each community to take the critical steps that will make a far-reaching difference.
Experience
I was educated in the Orangeburg Public School System, later receiving an Associate Degree in Human Resource Management from the Community College of the Air Force, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from South Carolina State University (Cum Laude), and a Master of Public Administration Degree from the University of South Carolina.
I currently serve as Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of HoJac Enterprises, Inc., a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation; Board Member of the SC State University Real Estate Foundation; Partner at HK Ventures, LLC; an Independent Real Estate Agent; and a Political and Government Consultant. Previously, I was employed at Richland County as the Elections and Voter Registration Director, and I became the first African American to serve as the Director of Voter Registration and Elections in Orangeburg County.
I am a Graduate of the Leadership Orangeburg County Program and the South Carolina Association of Counties (SCAC) Institute of Government for County Officials Level II Program. I retired from the United States Air Force Reserve where I completed an involuntary mobilization to Active-Duty Service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Additionally, I am active in several organizations, including the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. where I served as the 40th Sixth District Representative. I was elected as an At-Large Director for the Board of Directors of the Omega Life Membership Foundation, Inc. where I serve as the Chair of the Audit Committee. I also serve as Vice-President of the Carolina Uplift Foundation, Inc. a 501 (c) (3) Nonprofit Organization , and the Sixth District Event Planner. I previously served as the Sixth District First Vice District Representative, the Sixth District Keeper of Finance, Basileus and Keeper of Finance of the Epsilon Omega Chapter (Orangeburg, SC), and Lead Advisor for the Lambda Sigma Chapter at Claflin University.
Community Engagement
November 2022 Voter Education Seminar with the SC State University Lady Bulldogs Basketball Team
Annually, I volunteer to shop and purchase toys for Epsilon Omega Chapter's Annual Toy Drive. The toys are donated to the Orangeburg Area Boys and Girls Club, as well as less fortunate families to make sure that the children get to experience joy during the Christmas Holidays.
During the Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Holiday "Day of Service," I volunteer to assist the Orangeburg Chapter of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) to keep the local food pantry stocked with non-perishable items for families in need.
Annually, I volunteer to participate in Epsilon Omega Chapter’s “Thanksgiving Day” community giving program.
Honored to represent the Sixth District of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., to present a $5,000 HBCU donation to President (Col.) Alexander Conyers, President, SC State University
Annually, I volunteer and participate in the Epsilon Omega Chapter “Boys to Men Summer Camp.” The camp’s focus is Manhood Training that is based upon four principles, Friendship, Scholarship, Respect, & Teamwork. Manhood Training is accomplished through various programs during the week including but not limited to community awareness, financial planning, etiquette training, life skills training and health/fitness programs.
Community Engagement - 16th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
HoJac Enterprises, Inc., in conjunction with Marshall Elementary School, Edisto Primary School, the Xi Psi Chapter (SC State University) and Lambda Sigma Chapter (Claflin University) of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., hosted its 16th Annual Easter Egg Hunt. The event reached more than one hundred children.
Man of Faith
I have served as the Steward Pro-Tem at Greater St. Peter A.M.E. Church, Cameron, SC for more than 15 years. I spearheaded efforts to build the new Greater St. Peter A.M.E. Church in 2020. I also served as Chair for the Annual Men’s Day Program.
I served for more than 28 years in the United States Air Force. I was a senior facilitator for the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program (YRRP). The YRRP is a DoD-wide effort to promote the well-being of National Guard and Reserve members, their families and communities, by connecting them with resources throughout the deployment cycle.
