Locke Wysong

A native of Charles Town, West Virginia, Locke Wysong earned his B.S. in Animal and Veterinary Science and a MPA (Public Administration) from West Virginia University. Having grown up on his family farm and understanding the importance of giving back to one’s community, he began his career in public service as a Regional Representative for West Virginia Governor Bob Wise before running for office and serving as a Member of the West Virginia House of Delegates for Jefferson County’s 58th District. Upon deciding to leave public office, he served as a Regional Representative for State Auditor Glen Gainer before transitioning in 2011 to the private sector as a small business owner.

For the past 13 years, he has represented American National Insurance Co. as a Multi-Line Agent specializing in Farm/Ag and Commercial insurance. Currently licensed in West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland and Kentucky, he has vast experience in the risk management assessments needed to protect his clients for their future success.

His many years of experience in both agriculture and public service has helped him continue working with his father and sister in running Wysong Farm, a small cow and calf and operation outside of Charles Town. Locke comes from a family of 4-H'ers and grew up in the Jefferson County 4-H program. 

Along with his sister, he received his All-Star pin as a leader and volunteer at the 2013 All-Star Conference held at Jackson’s Mill. Currently, Locke is into his 25th year as a 4-H volunteer in Jefferson County and camp counselor at Tri-County 4-H Camp in Hedgesville, WV. 

Locke continues his volunteer service as President of the WVU Jefferson County Extension Services Committee, President of the Jefferson County 4-H Leaders’ Association, Vice-President of the Jefferson County 4-H Foundation and was recently elected Secretary of the WV 4-H All-Stars. Locke also serves as Chairman of the Charles Town Board of Zoning Appeals and a member of the Jefferson County Fair Board of Directors.