NATIONAL Campaign SPOKESPEOPLE
Nicole Edgington: 20-year-old Nicole Edgington is excited to inspire 25 million teens to stand up and eliminate cyberbullying in America! Nicole is an expert blogger in cyberbullying for Dr. Mehmet Oz’s teenDailyStrength and has also been featured in the documentary Submit: The Reality of Cyberbullying, where she shares her personal story. Nicole’s passion for this cause drives her to be the change that she wishes to see among teens in America.
“Throughout my whole experience of being physically threatened and stalked by cyberbullies, I wish I knew what I know now. Learning how to deal with cyberbullies on your own is a complicated thing to do. It’s my goal to inspire the youth of America to become more aware of those around them who need help, but are too afraid to ask. Together, we can make a difference” -Nicole Edgington, Great American NO BULL Challenge National Spokesperson
Paige Logan: 17-year-old Paige Logan is a member of the 4-H Leadership Team, a 4-H Representative for speaking at the State Capitol and the Annual National Bullying Summit in Washington DC, as a victim of cyberbullying. Paige brings immense public speaking experience to our group of teens, as well as her big ideas to make real change and her passion for the cause.”I have experienced bullying and cyberbullying personally and I know the damage it does to one’s self-esteem and the impact is has in your life. I made the decision to do something about it. I want everyone to know they are important and to never let anyone make you feel unworthy.” -Paige Logan, Great American NO BULL Challenge National Spokesperson
Zoe Oz: 17-year-old Zoe just helped write a new book “YOU: The Owner’s Manual for Teens” with her father, Dr. Oz. Zoe is also a featured blogger for her father’s Teen Daily Strength website, where she provides her expertise on what it’s like to be a teen, the experiences that come along with it and how to make the best of all situations. Zoe is very passionate about helping teens overcome hardships and is very excited about joining Team NO BULL where she can achieve her goals of helping to eliminate cyberbullying in America!“The next time someone pressures you into feeling poorly about yourself, shout out ‘NO BULL’ and think about all that we are doing and all that you can do to push back.” -Zoe Oz, Great American NO BULL Challenge National Spokesperson
Zach Veach: 17-year-old Zach Veach is a race car driver for Andretti Autosport in INDYCAR’s “Mazda Road to Indy” developmental ladder system. Recently, Zach wrote a book called “99 Things Teens Wish They Knew Before Turning 16,” where he writes about the importance of being yourself, rising above challenge and pushing towards your goals. Zach is a huge proponent of eliminating cyberbullying from America’s schools and has a passion for inspiring teens to stand up and speak out against cyberbullying!
“Bullies try to make us fit in and be the same as them, but the thing that’s rewarding is being different and chasing your dreams no matter what they are.” -Zach Veach, Great American NO BULL Challenge National Spokesperson
The NO BULL Guys: Scott and Tyler are 2012 NO BULL Nominees and recipients of the Shining Star Award for their active role in promoting their anti-bullying message at the National Anti-Bullying Summit in Washington D.C., doing school assemblies, online and in media appearances throughout their home state of Ohio.18-year-old Scott Hannah is a senior in high school. He is an active member of FCCLA, SADD, 4-H and FFA. He is a 4-H camp counselor and the assistant treasurer of the junior fair board. He also has been involved in school musicals. Scott hopes to major in film production and inspire people through film. Scott also hopes to have the opportunity to become an actor one day. Scott dreams big and strives to obtain them.
18-year-old Tyler Gregory is a freshman at Wright State University. He is a very smart, considerate being. He hopes to someday change the world through the art of filmmaking. He is a goal setter and a dreamer, whenever he sets a new goal or dream, he does everything possible in order to make them become reality. His senior year, he served as National Honor Society President, FCCLA President, FFA Secretary and Senior Class Secretary.
YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Robert Austin Barker, President, 18, Rochester, NY
Spencer Agren, 18, Gunnison, UT
Nicole Edgington, 20, Walnut Creek, CA
Tyler Gregory, 18, South Charleston, OH
Scott Hannah, 18, South Charleston, OH
Jacob Hayworth, 18, Leon IA
Anna Holcombe, 15, Hartwell, GA
Hunter Hopewell, 16, Henderson, NV
Lawren Linehan, 17, Henderson, NV
Paige Logan, 18, Altamont, IL
Angel McGowan, 16, Greenville, SC
Triple Oswald, 17, Cypress, TX
Zoe Oz, 18, Cliffside Park, NJ
Marissa Stone, 16, Nashville, TN
Zach Veach, 18, Stockdale, OH