Eddie Proffitt, who represents District 4 of the Monroe County School Board District, has been a member for a total of 13 years. He is a real estate agent and auctioneer with Proffitt Real Estate and also a co-owner of the business. A graduate of Tompkinsville High School, Mr. Proffitt continued his education by taking several college hours in real estate. He is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, the Fountain Run Masonic Lodge and participates in local charity events and fundraisers. He and his wife, Sharon Barnes Proffitt, have one son William H. (Billy) Proffitt. When asked about his service on the board, Mr. Proffitt said, "I enjoy serving on the Monroe County Board of Education and hope I can make a difference in the lives and education of the youth in Monroe County".