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2 Keep Wandering “Not all who wander are lost,” quotes noted author J. R. R. Tolkien, and it is a perfect saying for the boards of directors at our local colleges. Some of us wander to find things, some of us wander out of curiosity, or to eventually achieve a goal. Wandering without purpose, however, can only lead to a life aimlessly trying to figure out what you want to do. Board members know what we want to do when it comes to our colleges—be the best place in America to get an education. We are already the best place to work, live, and raise our families, but what about education? Do we still hold that old-fashion stigma from outside our boundaries of being an underachieving state when it comes to academic accomplishments? That thought occurred to me when I, along with TCDA Executive Director Adie Shimandle, President Dr. Jermaine Whirl from Augusta Tech and his board chair, Ms. Pat Goodwin, attended the Association of Community College Trustees Legislative Summit in February of this year. We chatted with college presidents and trustees from all across the county and engaged in numerous conversations about career pathways, innovations, and what’s next. At dinner one night, representatives from three states sat at our table. Each of them had their own brag stories to tell us and competed to outdo one another. We waited respectfully as we heard how many graduates they produced each year, how many programs they were launching, and where they thought the future was headed. Then we had our say. We told them about the more than 250,000 citizens who improve their lives and the lives of their families, by securing their futures at one of our 22 colleges. We boasted about unique programs we have that they did not, such as the Robotics program at Ogeechee Technical College, and the fact, we are an entire system of colleges, not just focused on the needs of a geographic community. We are setting our sights on the future, and it’s global. Then, we hit them with the big news—TCSG is the only two-year college system in the nation participating in reimaging all of education by being part of the National Science Foundation awarded consortium consisting of Ga. Tech, Harvard University, Ga. State, Vanderbilt, Boeing, IBM, and NC State, to create personalized virtual assistants for all learners. We’ve already launched three virtual assistant tutors at three of our colleges and the results are proving this is a winning strategy students are embracing. Before their faces dropped even further, we told them about our future plans; how TCSG has been conducting research into jobs of the future and bringing in the talented inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs who have created disruptive technologies through our TECH Talks. After just coming from the leadership conference a few months before, I was still thinking about those smart socks that save patients from falling in hospitals and the brain computer interfaces restoring movement to those with a spinal cord injury. Moxie the robotic nursing assistant was another topic of discussion and we never shied away from talking about our GOAL and EAGLE students . We were a proud group representing TCDA. We visited seven congressional offices and had the pleasure of speaking directly with Congressmen Rick Allen, Buddy Carter, Andrew Clyde and David Scott. We filled them in on what ChatGPT was and how we are addressing this emerging technology. I think they were impressed with our knowledge and I know they were delighted to have us visit with them. I just can’t wait to visit with these folks again in February 2024 and give them a progress report. We will continue to bring all Georgians educational opportunities that are first in the nation, thereby proving that we are not lost—we are wandering with a purpose. Artie Jones Jr. A Note from TCDA President Artie Jones, Jr.
3 Topic PAGE NUMBER Letter from TCDA President Artie Jones Jr. 2 Table of Contents TCDA 2022-2023 Executive Committee Listing 3-4 5 Directory Dedicated to Local Board Members LEAD Award Winner Colleges and Presidents Technical College Regional Consortia Albany Technical College Athens Technical College Atlanta Technical College 6 7 8 9 10-12 13-15 16-18 Augusta Technical College Central Georgia Technical College Chattahoochee Technical College Coastal Pines Technical College Columbus Technical College Georgia Northwestern Technical College Georgia Piedmont Technical College Gwinnett Technical College Lanier Technical College North Georgia Technical College Oconee Fall Line Technical College Ogeechee Technical College Savannah Technical College South Georgia Technical College Southeastern Technical College Southern Crescent Technical College Southern Regional Technical College West Georgia Technical College Wiregrass Georgia Technical College 19-21 22-24 25-29 30-32 33-36 37-39 40-42 43-45 46-48 49-51 52-54 54-57 58-60 61-63 64-66 67-69 70-72 73-74 75-77 TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 Topic PAGE NUMBER State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia 78-79 TCDA Founding Board Members Local Board Alumni 80 81-122 Georgia’s Public Education Structure TCDA Membership Local Board Membership, Roles, and Responsibilities Requirements for Board Member Certification 2022 Conference Memories Back Cover 123 124 125 126 127-130 131 TABLE OF CONTENTS Note: The 100% Club Board Certification distinction is awarded to colleges that have 100% of their members certified by the conclusion of the annual leadership conference. Members shown as not certified have been appointed after the conference..and have been identified by an * beside their name. 100% Club
5 All members of the Executive Committee are TCDA Board Certified. Artie Jones, Jr. President Councilman, City of St. Mary’s 241 Fairways Edge Drive St. Mary’s, GA 31568 912-322-3437 C Coastal Pines Tech Ms. Edwina Turner Vice President Coordinator, Stewart County Family Connection P.O. Box 74 Richland, GA 31825 229-321-2167 W [email protected] Columbus Tech Harold Wright Secretary Owner Wright 1 Paint and Body Shop 1850 Gordon Highway Augusta, GA 30904 706-733-7115 W [email protected] Augusta Tech Debbie Weber Member-at-Large Retired, Chief Human Resource Office Northeast Ga. Health Sy. 743 Spring Street Gainesville, GA 30504 503-502-8083 C [email protected] Lanier Tech Mark Peevy (Ex-Officio) Assistant Commissioner External Affairs, TCSG 1800 Century Place N.E., Suite 475 Atlanta, GA 30345 [email protected] Stephen Sumner Past President Retired CEO Thompson Newspaper, SE 1605 Old Valdosta Road Ray City, GA 31645 229-507-0132 W [email protected] Wiregrass Georgia Tech Ted Cummings Treasurer President/CEO ONYX MS Group 300 Long Creek Dr Covington, GA 30016 404-420-0030 W [email protected] Georgia Piedmont Tech Sue Lane Hughes Member-at-Large Vice President Nursing Services 1101 Ocilla Road Coffee-Regional Medical Center Douglas, Ga 31533 912-383-1900 W [email protected] Dr. Iris Rafi TCDA Executive Staff TCDA of Georgia, Inc. 1800 Century Place NE, Suite 275 [email protected] TCDA Adie E. Shimandle (Ex-Officio) Executive Director TCDA of Georgia, Inc. 1800 Century Place NE, Suite 275 Atlanta, GA 30345 404-327-6945 W [email protected] TCSG Executive Committee 2022-2023
6 The Technical College Directors' Association of Georgia (TCDA) was formed in 1991 to invest in our communities through unifying our local board members with knowledge and up-to-date legislative and business information that will help inform their businesses while introducing innovative new programs at our colleges. This directory is a tribute and acknowledgement to these board members and the work and advice they provide our colleges to make the Technical College System of Georgia the premier two-year college system in the nation. Our drive is focused on building the capability of the technical colleges' boards of directors to effectively promote the value and potential of every Georgian who graduates from one of TCSG’s 22 colleges. The association is an arm of TCSG, providing professional certification programs for board members to support the technical colleges by having board members who are knowledgeable about their roles and responsibilities. The classes include: New Board Member Orientation; Building Relationships with Elected Officials; Budgeting; Governance of Technical Colleges; Community Advocacy; and a spectrum of elective workshops. Members are encouraged to complete the certification process making their local college board eligible for the 100% Award of Honor. Colleges who acquire this distinction are recognized at the TCDA/ TCSG Annual Leadership Conference. A full day of TECH Talks are presented at the conference to inform all participants about advances in technology and the new professions being created by the evolution of artificial intelligence. TCDA created the Leadership and Excellence in Attendance and Dedication (LEAD) recognition to acknowledge the college with the highest performing boards and foundation. The award is presented at the annual leadership conference. Competition is fierce amongst colleges to get their boards 100% certified, their foundations acknowledged as role model boards, and have as many of their board and foundation members attend the conference, along with their spouses. The scoring takes place the night before the awards with the coveted trophy presented at either the grand breakfast or the leadership banquet. TCDA is a member of the Association of Community College Trustees and takes part in the annual legislative summit in Washington D.C. This summit provides an opportunity for TCDA to speak directly with Georgia representatives to discuss advances in technology, funding to upskill our workforce and instructors, and familiarize them with subject matter they may not be aware of, such as ChatGPT. The 2022-2023 Directory is dedicated to the more than 240 board members who give their wisdom, work, and witness to guide and advise TCSG as we strive to be the best two-year college system in the nation. Technical College Directors’ Association, Inc.
7 LEAD Award Winner—Chattahoochee Tech Congratulations to Chattahoochee Tech for winning the Leadership and Excellence in Attendance and Dedication (LEAD) Award for the third year in a row. Competition was fierce at the 2022 Leadership Conference with West Georgia Tech coming in second and Savannah and Gwinnett Tech tied for third. Two levels of tie-beakers were employed to determine the winner — by one point. Three colleges have already declared a friendly “war” on Chattahoochee Tech with an aim to take that award at the 2023 Leadership Conference. Factors considered for the award include attendance of local board and foundation members at the conference, whether a local board is 100% board certified, being a role-model foundation, and distance traveled to the conference by foundation and board members. Tiebreakers include diversity of business on the board and whether a paying spouse or guest attended the conference. Members of Chattahoochee Tech local board of directors, staff, foundation trustees, along with TCSG Commissioner Greg Dozier.
8 Albany Technical College Dr. Emmett Griswold 1704 S. Slappey Blvd. Albany, GA 31701-2648 (229) 430-3500 Columbus Technical College Ms. Martha Ann Todd 928 Manchester Expressway Columbus, GA 31904-6572 (706) 649-1800 Ogeechee Technical College Ms. Lori Durden One Joe Kennedy Blvd. Statesboro, GA 30458-8049 (912) 681-5500 Athens Technical College Dr. Andrea Daniel 800 U.S. Hwy 29 North Athens, GA 30601-1500 (706) 355-5000 Georgia Northwestern Technical College Dr. Heidi Popham One Maurice Culberson Dr. Rome, GA 30161-6757 (706) 295-6963 Savannah Technical College Dr. Kathy S. Love 5717 White Bluff Road Savannah, GA 31405-5591 (912) 443-5700 Atlanta Technical College Dr. Victoria Seals 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW Atlanta, GA 30310 (404) 225-4400 Georgia Piedmont Technical College Dr. Tavarez Holston 495 North Indian Creek Dr. Clarkston, GA 30021 (404) 297-9522 South Georgia Technical College Dr. John Watford 900 South Georgia Tech Pkwy Americus, GA 31709-81604 (229) 931-2394 Augusta Technical College Dr. Jermaine Whirl 3200 Augusta Tech Drive Augusta, GA 30906 (706) 771-4000 Gwinnett Technical College Dr. D. Glen Cannon 5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy Lawrenceville, GA 30043-5702 (770) 962-7580 Southeastern Technical College Mr. Larry Calhoun 3001 East First Street Vidalia, GA 30474 (912) 538-3100 Central Georgia Technical College Dr. Ivan Allen 80 Cohen Walker Drive Warner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 988-6800 Lanier Technical College Mr. Tim McDonald 2990 Landrum Education Drive Oakwood, GA 30566 (770) 531-6300 Southern Crescent Technical College Dr. Irvin T. Clark 501 Varsity Road Griffin, GA 30223 (770) 228-7365 Chattahoochee Technical College Dr. Ron Newcomb 980 South Cobb Drive Marietta, GA 30060 (770) 528-4545 North Georgia Technical College Mr. John Wilkinson 1500 Highway 197 North P.O. Box 65 Clarkesville, GA 30523 (706) 754-7701 Southern Regional Technical College Mr. Jim Glass 15689 US Hwy 19 North Thomasville, GA 31792 (229) 225-4096 Coastal Pines Technical College Mr. Lonnie Roberts 1701 Carswell Avenue Waycross, GA 31503 (912) 287-6584 Oconee Fall Line Technical College Ms. Erica Harden 1189 Deepstep Road Sandersville, GA 31082 (478) 553-2050 West Georgia Technical College Dr. Julie Post 176 Murphy Campus Blvd. Waco, GA 30182 (770) 537-6000 Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Mrs. DeAnnia Clements 4089 Val Tech Road Valdosta, GA 31602-0928 (229) 333-2100 Online Learning: Georgia Virtual Technical Connection www.gvtc.org
9 Northwest: Chattahoochee Georgia Northwestern East Central: Augusta Central Georgia Oconee Fall Line Northeast: Athens Georgia Piedmont Gwinnett Lanier North Georgia Southeast: Coastal Pines Ogeechee Savannah Southeastern West Central: Atlanta Columbus Southern Crescent West Georgia Southwest: Albany South Georgia Southern Regional Wiregrass Georgia What A Show - 2022 Leadership Conference
10 Serving Baker, Calhoun, Clay, Dougherty, Lee, Randolph and Terrell Counties Dr. Kuanita Murphy Dr. Evelyn Olenick Colonel Kirk Spangenberg Kenneth Sumpter Chair Ben Barrow Kenneth Dyer Col. Michael Fitzgerald Rhonda Gordon Chair Catherine Hogg Annie Holder Farid Khan Evera Moye
11 Serving Baker, Calhoun, Clay, Dougherty, Lee, Randolph, and Terrell Counties Kenneth Sumpter Albany Technical College (ATC), a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, is located in Southwest Georgia. ATC offers Technical Certificates of Credit, Diplomas, and Associate Degrees. The college's mission is to train individuals to meet dynamic workforce needs, promote economic and community growth through the delivery of quality credit instruction, adult education, and customized training using traditional and distance education formats. The College was established in 1961 as Monroe Area Vocational Technical School with 175 students. Today, nearly 2,500 students are enrolled in credit programs each semester, including more than 550 high school dual-enrolled students. Additionally, nearly 800 individuals have received training in Continuing Education and customized business courses. In 2021-2022, Albany Tech continued to withstand the effects of the pandemic as it began its 60th Anniversary Year celebrations. Some highlights include special campus dedications for longtime Board members Robert Chester and Lemuel Griffin, who both passed away in late 2020; Installation of two state-of-the -art virtual learning labs; Ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the Carlton Construction Academy Phase II, Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Tech, and the Nursing and Radiological Technology Lab. Also launched was the college’s Mobile STEM lab, the Dual Achievement Program (DAP), and the Career Plus HSE program. Some of the new academic program initiated are Sustainable Renewable and Alternative Energy; Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling, Accelerated Nurse Aide, Video and Film Editor, Mobile App Developer, and iOS Mobile Programming. On June 6, 2022, Albany Tech suffered the untimely death of the long-standing, President, Dr. Anthony O. Parker. Dr. Parker was a giant of a leader and served as President of ATC from 1995 to 2022, which qualified him as the longest serving President within the Technical College System of Georgia. On August 4, 2022, the TCSG Board of Directors approved the naming of ATC’s newly constructed transportation facility in honor of Dr. Anthony O. Parker, which is projected to be completed in late spring 2024. Dr. Emmett Griswold President Natasha Price Executive Assistant Michele Lilly - Williams Executive Director Institutional Advancement
12 Albany Technical College Dr. Emmett Griswold, President Natasha Price, Executive Assistant to the President Michelle Lilly-Williams, Director of Institutional Advancement [email protected] 1704 South Slappey Blvd. Albany, GA 31701-2648 229-430-0656 – President’s Office 229-430-3594 – President’s Fax 229-430-3500 – Main albanytech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mr. Ben Barrow Certified Board Member President, LRA Constructors Inc. 2727 Upland Court Albany, GA 31721 229-883-8473 W [email protected] (Terms: 2011-2012-2015-2018- 2021-2024) Mr. Kenneth Dyer Certified Board Member Superintendent, Dougherty County Schools P.O. Box 1470 Albany, GA 31702 229-431-1285 W [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) Col. Michael Fitzgerald Commanding Officer MCLB Albany 814 Radford Blvd. Suite 20302 Albany, GA 31704 229-639-5202 [email protected] (Term: 2020-2022) Ex Officio Ms. Rhonda Gordon Certified Board Member Economic Development Director City of Dawson P.O. Box 88 Dawson, GA 39842 229-938-6010 [email protected] (Terms: 2011-2014-2017-2020- 2023) Ms. Catherine Hogg Certified Board Member GA Dept. of Labor 1608 S. Slappey Blvd. Albany, GA 31701 229-430-5074 W [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) Judge Annie Holder Certified Board Member P.O. Box 157 Morgan, GA 39866 229-849-4475 [email protected] (Term: 2021-2023) (Replaced Neil Lowe) Mr. Farid Khan Certified Board Member Plant Manager Proctor & Gamble P.O. Box 1747 Albany, GA 31702 229-430-8260 W [email protected] (Term:2019-2020-2023) Ms. Evera Moye Certified Board Member Retired 2080 Rentz Bridge Road Newton, GA 39870 229-734-5281 [email protected] (Terms: 2014-2017-2020-2023) Dr. Kuanita Murphy Chair Certified Board Member Executive Director, Randolph County Family Connection 119 East Lawrence Street Cuthbert, GA 39840 229-732-3796 W [email protected] (Terms: 2011-2014-2017-2020- 2023) Dr. Evelyn Olenick Certified Board Member Sr. Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Phoebe Putney Health System PO Box 3770 Albany, GA 31706-3770 229-312-4007 W [email protected] (Terms: 2018-2021-2024) Colonel Kirk Spangenberg Commander, Marine Depot Maintenance Command 814 Radford Blvd., Ste. 20325 Albany, GA 31704 229-639-5302 W 229-733-2250 C Personal Cell: 910-382-2075 [email protected] (Term: 2023-2026) Mr. Kenneth Sumpter Certified Board Member 404 Hancock St. N P.O. Box 417 Fort Gaines, GA 39581 229-234-7773 W 229-308-7743 C [email protected] (Terms: 2019-2021-2024) 100% Club
13 Serving Clarke, Elbert, Greene, Hart, Madison, Morgan, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Taliaferro, Walton, and Wilkes Counties Kyle Brown Rebecca Dally Thomas Denny Chair Steve Hollis Judge Robert Motley Mayor Fred Perriman Vice-Chair Judge Lawton Stevens Ruth Tellano-Daniel Dr. Reginald Woods
14 Serving Clarke, Elbert, Greene, Hart, Madison, Morgan, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Taliaferro, Walton, and Wilkes Counties Athens Technical College is a vibrant institution with a singular mission: workforce development. The college provides high-quality educational programs and support services that students need to achieve their educational goals and drive workforce development. Students attending Athens Tech can take advantage of a wide array of programs and services that will provide knowledge and skills needed to enter and advance in the workplace—Adult Education, GED preparation, customized training, continuing education, and more than 130 credit programs. The college offers Dual Enrollment programs for high schools in the service area. Future educational options are broadened for students because many of the college courses transfer to four-year institutions. The Athens Technical College Board of Directors is critical to the success of the college. Our board members volunteer both time and service to the college and provide the essential insights to the needs in the various communities in the service area. Each member deserves a hearty “Thank You” for helping to make progress possible. Dr. Andrea Daniel Rebecca Allen President Executive Assistant
15 Athens Technical College Dr. Andrea Daniel, President Rebecca Allen, Executive Assistant [email protected] 800 U.S. Hwy 29 North Athens, GA 30601-1500 706-355-5110 - President's Office 706-355-5162 - Fax 706-355-5005 - Main athenstech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mr. Kyle Brown Certified Board Member 880 Broad Road Tignall, GA 30668 706-318-7266 C [email protected] (Terms: 2019-2022-2025) Ms. Rebecca Dally Chair Certified Board Member Attorney P.O. Box 745 Social Circle, GA 30025 770-464-3330 W [email protected] (Terms: 2014-2017-2020-2023) Ms. Ruth Tellano-Daniel Certified Board Member Nurse Practitioner St. Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital ER 204 Ridgewood Lane Hartwell, GA 30643 (864)787-4418 H [email protected] (Term: 2022-2023) Mr. Thomas Denny Certified Board Member Retired 750 Brookside Dr. Elberton, GA 30635-2602 706-283-4888 [email protected] (Term: 2019-2022-2025) Mr. Steve Hollis Certified Board Member Chairman of the Board & Executive Vice President, Development PPI P.O. Box 81606 Athens, GA 30608-1606 706-526-4225 x100 W 706-207-2881 C [email protected] (Term: 2014-2017-2020-2023) Judge Robert Motley Certified Board Member Night Judge, Magistrate Court Executive Director, Greene Co. Housing Authority P.O. Box 277 Greensboro, GA 30642 706-453-7371 W 706-467-3840 H 706-347-2573 C [email protected] (Term: 2014-2017-2020-2023) Mayor Fred Perriman, Vice-Chair Certified Board member Mayor, City of Madison P.O. Box 484 Madison, GA 30650 706-342-1251 x318 W 706-474-0493 H [email protected] (Terms: 2016-2019-2022-2025) Judge Lawton Stephens Certified Board Member Athens-Clarke County Superior Court 325 E. Washington Street Suite 315 Athens, GA 30601 706-613-3175 W [email protected] (Terms: 2014-2017-2020-2023) Dr. Reginald Woods Certified Board Member Retired Senior HR Manager UGA 1020 Bobwhite Court Watkinsville, GA 30677 706-542-1141 [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) 100% Club
16 Serving Fulton and Clayton Counties (South of the Chattahoochee River) Joseph McDermott Obie Ogene Miguel (Mike) Ramos Vice-Chair John Cornelius, Jr Charlene Craig Chair Robby Gulri Kimberly Green Reynolds Janis Ware Keith Winchester
17 With a focus on excellence, along with a strong and vibrant legacy, Atlanta Technical College (ATC) has provided educational opportunities and workforce development from its current location for more than 55 years. Atlanta Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and prepares students for high-wage, high-performing careers in more than 100 academically rigorous areas of study. In 2019, the college launched the Center for Workforce Innovation (CWI). Designed to increase student success, career readiness, and fill the critical roles in Atlanta’s workforce, the CWI is the result of public-private partnership between ATC, the City of Atlanta, and the Atlanta Committee for Progress. A vibrant part of the metropolitan Atlanta community, ATC engages students in service-learning activities associated with their major programs of study. Longstanding projects include students from culinary arts working with the Atlanta Food Bank, students in barbering and cosmetology providing services to senior citizens and atrisk youth, and dental hygiene students providing patient services in the college’s dental hygiene clinic. Atlanta Technical College has produced seven State GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) winners, one State EAGLE (Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education) winner, and one State Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year winner. ATC has been recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for high achievement and performance by several organizations, including the Aspen Institute for Community College Excellence, Bellwether Consortium, Association of Community College Trustees, Atlanta Magazine, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Atlanta Business League, and Ellucian. Atlanta Magazine, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Atlanta Business League, and Ellucian. Serving Fulton and Clayton counties (South of the Chattahoochee River) Dr. Victoria Seals Dr. Joni Williams President Chief of Staff
18 Atlanta Technical College Dr. Victoria Seals, President Diann Varner, Administrative Assistant Dr. Joni Williams, Chief of Staff [email protected] - 404-225-4602 1560 Metropolitan Parkway SW Atlanta, GA 30310 404-225-4601 - President's Office 404-225-4605 - FAX 404-225-4400 - Main atlantatech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS *Mr. John Cornelius, Jr Certified Board Member Vice President of Power Delivery Field Operations Georgia Power Bin No. 79370 884 York Avenue SW Atlanta, GA 30310 [email protected] (Term: 2021-2023) Ms. Charlene Craig, Chair Certified Board Member Sr. VP, Government Banking Truist Bank 303 Peachtree St., NE 32nd Floor Atlanta, GA 30308 404-783-9018 [email protected] (Terms: 2019-2022-2025) Mr. Robby Gulri Certified Board Member CEO, SEVA Security 3182 Vickery Drive Marietta, GA 30066 404-547-9177 C [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Mr. Joseph McDermott Certified Board Member Managing Director Cabin Training Support Services Delta Air Lines, Inc. P.O Box 20706 Atlanta, GA 30200 404-714-3732 [email protected] (Terms: 2016-2019-2022-2025) Mr. Obie Ogene Senior Director Business Operations Cox Business 1563 Brooksbank Dr Brookhaven, GA 30319 404-862-9684 [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) Mr. Miguel (Mike) Ramos Vice-Chair Certified Board Member Executive Director Hapeville Charter School 768 S Central Ave. Hapeville, GA. 30354 404-635-6797 [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Ms. Kimberly Green Reynolds Senior Director Commercial Procurement Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales & Services One Coca-Cola Plaza Atlanta, GA 30313 404-676-3449 W [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Ms. Janis L. Ware Certified Board Member Publisher, The Atlanta Voice 633 Pryor Street, SE Atlanta, GA 30312 404-524-6426 W [email protected] (Terms: 2015-2018-2021-2024) Mr. Keith Winchester CFO, Chime Solutions 1000 Southlake Circle Morrow, GA 30260 859-409-2526 [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024)
19 Serving Burke, Columbia, Lincoln, McDuffie, and Richmond Counties James Heffner Foy Meyer, III . Velvet Perry Tammy Shepherd Derrec Terrentine Nicholas Woods Harold Wright Linda Bailey Patricia Goodwin Chair Dr. Howie Gunby
20 Serving Burke, Columbia, Lincoln, McDuffie, and Richmond Counties Augusta Technical College is an award-winning institution of higher education. Since 1961, Augusta Technical College has provided academic programs in high-demand areas such as Allied Health Sciences & Nursing, Business, Public & Professional Services, Cyber, Digital and Engineering Technologies, and Industrial Education for Burke, Columbia, Lincoln, McDuffie, and Richmond Counties. The college has also provided adult education programming and general education transfer pathways to many four-year institutions within the region. In partnership with Georgia Quick Start, the college’s Division of Economic Development, Continuing Education and Workforce Training has helped to recruit and retain thousands of companies within the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). Augusta Technical College offers innovative programs, faculty who are practitioners in their field of expertise, friendly student support service personnel, and real-world learning opportunities - with the personal attention and close-knit culture of a small, private institution. The college is committed to providing high quality programs accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), at an affordable price. We prioritize flexibility by offering courses in traditional face-to-face, hybrid, weekend, and fully online modalities. In addition to academics, we also offer a wide array of extracurricular activities; these include our SkillsUSA Team, Student Government Association, Rotaract, and honor societies such as Phi Theta Kappa and the National Technical Honor Society. Augusta Technical College’s footprint includes thousands of graduates who are working in boardrooms, hospitals, and businesses across our state, region, and beyond. The college is dedicated to helping students succeed, while frequently meeting with business and industry to ensure our programs of study align with industry standards. Whether you are a dual enrolled student, recent high-school graduate, a returning veteran, or an adult learner, Augusta Technical College comprehensively prepares all students for the future. Each day, the college works to fulfill its mission of building a skilled workforce and economically stronger communities through high-quality, innovative, and affordable career-advancing credentials while pursuing our vision of being a nationally recognized academic institution that transforms lives, organizations, and communities through excellence, innovation, and partnerships. Dr. Jermaine Whirl Wanda Gothie President Executive Assistant
21 Augusta Technical College Dr. Jermaine Whirl, President Wanda Gothie, Executive Assistant to President [email protected] 3200 Augusta Tech Dr. Augusta, GA 30906 706-771-4005 - President's Office 706-771-4000 - Main augustatech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mrs. Linda Bailey Certified Board Member CSRA Regional Educational Service Agency 4683 Augusta Highway SE Dearing, GA 30808 [email protected]. (Terms: 2013-2014-2017-2020- 2023) Ms. Patricia Goodwin, Chair Certified Board Member Realtor Blanchard & Calhoun Real Estate Company 1202 Town Park Lane Suite 201 Evans, GA 30809 706-829-1344 pgoodwin @blanchardandcalhoun.com (Terms: 2019-2020-2023) (replaced Myra Phillips) Dr. Howie Gunby, Certified Board Member Assistant Superintendent Federal Programs and Special Education P.O. Box 1092 210 Elm St. Lincolnton, GA 30817 706-401-5243 [email protected] (Terms: 2019-2022-2025) Mr. Foy Meyer, III Certified Board Member General Counsel Savanah River Remediation LLC Savannah River Site Bldg 766-h Aiken, S. C.29808 803-989-0713 [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) (Stepped Off the Board March, 2923. Replaced by Derric Terrentine June 1, 2023) Mr. James Heffner Certified Board Member SRP Federal Credit Union P.O. Box 6730 North Augusta, S. C. 29861 [email protected] (Terms: 2015-2018-2021-2024) Ms. Velvet L. Perry Certified Board Member VP and General Manager Perry Broadcasting Co. 6025 Broadcast Drive North Augusta, SC 29841 803-279-2330 W [email protected] (Terms: 2010-2011-2014-2017- 2020-2023) Ms. Tammy Shepherd Founder/CEO/President SOAR Nonprofit Solutions, LLC 366 Farmington Drive East Evans, GA 30809 706-829-5075 [email protected] (Term: 2023-2024) (Replaced Robert Collins who left the board February 2023) Derrec Terrentine General Manager and Part Owner Malcolm Cunningham Automotive Group 1106 Seminole Circle Evans, GA 30809 706-508-4710 W dterrentine @malcolmcunninghamauto.com (Term: 2023-2025) (Replaced Foy Meyer, III) Nicholas Wood Certified Board Member Hospital Administrator Piedmont McDuffie Hospital 2460 Washington Road Thomson, GA 30824 706-699-0158 [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Mr. Harold Wright Certified Board Member Owner Wright 1 Paint and Body Shop 1848 Gordon Highway Augusta, GA 30904 706-733-7115 W 706-833-3934 H [email protected] (Terms: 2013-2016-2019-2022- 2025) 100% Club
22 Serving Baldwin, Bibb, Crawford, Dooly, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach, Pulaski, Putnam, and Twiggs Counties Charles Briscoe Michael Couch Samuel Hart, Sr. Karen Lambert Kathy O’Neal Karla Redding-Andrews Dr. Avis Williams Eric Wilson Chair Vice-Chair
23 Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) operates three campuses and five centers throughout an 11- county service area in middle Georgia. As one of the largest two-year colleges in Georgia, CGTC provides adult education, economic development, and academic programs to serve more than 30,000 individuals annually. CGTC also operates the Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center, which provides training and resources to transitioning service members and their families. CGTC is focused on meeting the needs of the community by offering quality educational services to assure a well-qualified workforce to support a healthy local economy. CGTC is a partner in seven career academies in Baldwin, Bibb, Dooly, Houston, Jones, Monroe, and Putnam counties, and offers dual enrollment courses to high school students across the service area. The College is also a global partner, offering economic development and educational training programs for citizens in countries such as Afghanistan, Colombia, and Libya. CGTC students also have the opportunity to study abroad. The Office of Global Initiatives directs the development and implementation of new educational and training partnership opportunities beyond the border of the United States. Created in 2013, the program follows the Technical College System of Georgia’s lead to expand the educational reach of technical colleges beyond Georgia. Study abroad trips to England, Ireland, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines are available through the office. In addition to for-credit opportunities, the office also hosts students studying from countries as varied as Scotland, Colombia, China, Libya, Vietnam, and Brazil. To engage in campus activities, CGTC offers multiple student organization opportunities and participates in intercollegiate athletics as a Division I member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). CGTC also offers Club Sports to its students, which are solely funded with Student Activity Fees (as allotted by the Student Government Association) and Student Participation fees. Interested students must be currently enrolled at CGTC for a minimum of six hours. Participants are not offered an athletic scholarship. CGTC is a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Serving Baldwin, Bibb, Crawford, Dooly, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach, Pulaski, Putnam, and Twiggs Counties Dr. Ivan Allen Danielle Steele President Executive Assistant Not Pictured: Manse Jennings
24 Central Georgia Technical College Dr. Ivan Allen, President Danielle Steele, Executive Assistant [email protected] 80 Cohen Walker Drive Warner Robins, GA 31088 478-757-3501 - President's Office 478-757-3513 – FAX 478-988-6800 - Main centralgatech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mr. Charles Briscoe President & CEO Houston Healthcare 1601 Watson Blvd Warner Robins, GA 31093 478-542-7750 C [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Mr. Michael Couch Certified Board Member Executive Director Central State Hospital LRA P. O. Box 735 Milledgeville, GA 31059 478-363-1890 W [email protected] (Terms: 2016-2019-2022-2025) Mr. Sam Hart, Sr. Executive Director Middle GA Center for Academic Excellence, Inc. 623 Arlington Place Macon, GA 31201 478-361-7521 W [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Mr. Manse Jennings Jennings Investments P. O. Box 89 Hawkinsville, GA 31036 478-783-3000 W [email protected] (Terms: 2019-2022-2025) Ms. Karen Lambert President/CEO Peyton Anderson Foundation 577 Mulberry Street Suite 830 Macon, GA 31201 478-743-5359 W [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Ms. Kathy O’Neal Contractor GA Family Connection Partnership P. O. Box 6463 Warner Robins, GA 31095 478-954-2556 W [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Ms. Karla Redding-Andrews Vice President/Executive Director Otis Redding Foundation 339 Cotton Avenue Macon, GA 31201 478-742-5737 W [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Reverend Dr. Avis Williams Chair Certified Board Member Community Liaison Putnam County Charter Schools 4108 Walnut St. Covington, GA 30014 404-379-5561 C [email protected] (Terms: 2018-2021-2024) Mr. Eric Wilson Vice-Chair Certified Board Member Mayor, City of Forsyth P. O. Box 1447 Forsyth, GA 31029 478-461-0889 W [email protected] (Term: 2017-2020-2023)
25 Stevan Crew Shenelle Gordon Mark Haney Serving Bartow, Cherokee, Cobb, Gilmer, Paulding, and Pickens Counties Jim Hawk Gary Henderson Steve Holcomb Pam Carnes David Coffman Lewis Collum
26 Serving Bartow, Cherokee, Cobb, Gilmer, Paulding, and Pickens Counties Jim Larson Chair Roberto Murillo Denise Ray Debbie Underkoffler Vice Chair Kent Sanford Ford Thigpen
27 Chattahoochee Technical College prepares students to become highly skilled professionals needed within Georgia’s workforce. The college awards certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees in programs of study linked to the state’s fastest-growing, high-demand career fields, with a particular emphasis on Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Transportation. Chattahoochee Tech is committed to meeting the needs of local businesses and industries in a changing environment and connecting our graduates with employers. 2023 marks the 60th anniversary of Chattahoochee Tech opening its first campus. The college began with one building in 1963 with 120 students at the current 980 South Cobb Drive location in Marietta. A Unit of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), Chattahoochee Tech is one of the largest technical colleges in the state, with nine campus locations serving the counties of Bartow, Cherokee, Cobb, Gilmer, Paulding, and Pickens. Recent college highlights include the Center for Advanced Manufacturing at the North Metro Campus in Bartow County and the Superior Plumbing Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center at the Marietta Campus in Cobb County. Chattahoochee Tech provides students with an excellent, easily accessible college education at a fraction of the cost of other area colleges and universities. Students can transition easily from local high schools into college and, if desired, to four-year colleges. The college also offers customized workforce training, continuing education classes, and adult education programs, including free GED and HiSET preparation classes. More information about the college is available at www.ChattahoocheeTech.edu. Serving Bartow, Cherokee, Cobb, Gilmer, Paulding, and Pickens Counties Dr. Ron Newcomb Tammy Collum President Executive Assistant
28 Chattahoochee Technical College Dr. Ron Newcomb, President Tammy Collum, Executive Assistant [email protected] 980 South Cobb Drive Marietta, GA 30060 770-975-4125 - President's Office 770-528-4545 - Main chattahoocheetech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ms. Pam Carnes Certified Board Member CEO & President Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 4998 Canton, GA 30114 [email protected] ( Term: 2022-2025) (Previous Terms 2007-2010-2013- 2016-2019) *Mr. David Coffman Vice President, AMMM Production Operations Lockheed Martin Aeronautics 86 S Cobb Drive Marietta, GA 30060 770-494-1998 W 682-215-4780 C [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Appointed Dec 2022 Mr. Lewis Collum Certified Board Member CFO Taylor Transport Inc 1708 Highway 113, SW Cartersville, GA 770-387-7500 W [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) *Note: The 100% Board Certification distinction is awarded to colleges that have 100% of their members certified by the conclusion of the annual leadership conference. Any member shown as not certified on this page was appointed after the conference Mr. Stevan Crew, CLU, AEP Certified Board Member Crew & Associates P.O. Box 63 Dallas, GA 30132 770-445-7442 W [email protected] (Terms: 2018-2021-2024) (Previous Terms: 2008-2011-2014- 2017) NOTE—Stevan is a founding member of TCDA—1991 Ms. Shenelle Gordon Certified Board Member Senior HR Business Partner— People & Culture Intellum 3525 Piedmont Road NE, #7-500, Atlanta, GA 30305 404-610-3380 C 770-309-7637 H [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) Mr. Mark Haney Certified Board Member 1060 Turnberry Circle Greensboro, GA 30642-6107 770-714-5031 [email protected] (Terms: 2012-2015-2018-2021- 2024) (Previous Terms: 2002-2005-2008- 2011) Mr. Jim Hawk Certified Board Member Retired President Toyo Tire North America OE Sales LLC Toyo Tire USA Corp. 3117 Shumard Way Marietta, GA 30064 404-915-9073 H [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) Mr. Gary Henderson Certified Board Member Director of Safety & H.R. Atlanta Bonded Warehouse Corp. 3000 Cobb International Blvd NW Kennesaw, GA 30152 678-322-3120 W Gary.Henderson@ atlantabonded.com (Term: 2021-2024) Mr. James “Jim” Larson, Chair Certified Board Member Director of Talent Yancey Bros. Co. 300 Lee Industrial Blvd. Austell, GA 30168 678-718-6717 404-291-0137 C [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) 100% Club 3rd and 4th Recipient of the LEAD Award 2019
29 Chattahoochee Technical College Dr. Ron Newcomb, President Tammy Collum, Executive Assistant [email protected] 980 South Cobb Drive Marietta, GA 30060 770-975-4125 - President's Office 770-528-4545 - Main chattahoocheetech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mr. Steve Holcomb, Certified Board Member Past President and CEO United Community Bank-Cherokee 1175 Hornage Rd Ball Ground, GA 30107 404-312-7591 C [email protected] (Terms: 2011-2014-2017-2020- 2023) (Previous Terms: Pickens Tech: 1987-1998 Chattahoochee Tech: 2001-2010) NOTE—Steve is the longest Serving Board Member. He began his service at Pickens Tech in 1987, the first year local boards were created by Georgia Statute Mr. Roberto Murillo Certified Board Member Human Resource Manager Pilgrim’s Pride 125 Industrial Blvd Elijay, GA 30540 706-635-0212 (W) [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Ms. Denise Ray Certified Board Member CEO/President Piedmont Mountainside Hospital 1266 Hwy 515 S Jasper, GA 30143 706-301-5264 W [email protected] (Terms: 2018-2021-2024) Mr. Kent Sandford Certified Board Member Executive Director Greater Gilmer Joint Development Authority 696 1st Avenue Ellijay, GA 30540 7066-635-7450 W [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) Mr. Ford Thigpen Certified Board Member 56 Hiram Drive Hiram, GA 30141 770-445-1855 (W) [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Debbie Underkoffler Vice-Chair Certified Board Member President/CEO North Georgia Staffing 1301 Shiloh Road Suite 1030 Kennesaw, GA 30144 404-245-3816 W [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Previous Terms: 2007-2010- 2013-2016-2019) 100% Club 3rd and 4th Recipient of the LEAD Award 2019
30 Serving Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Camden, Charlton, Clinch, Glynn, Jeff Davis, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Ware, and Wayne Counties Ted Buford Dialo Cartwright Kurt Davis Vice-Chair Dewayne Johns Artie Jones, Jr. Lee Lewis, III Chair Jason Rubenbauer Ralph Staffins, III Joel Varnedoe
31 Mr. Lonnie Roberts Natasha King President Executive Assistant Serving Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Camden, Charlton, Clinch, Jeff Davis, Glynn, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Ware, and Wayne Counties Coastal Pines Technical College serves thirteen counties in Southeast Georgia - Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Camden, Charlton, Clinch, Jeff Davis, Glynn, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Ware, and Wayne - more than any other college in the Technical College System. The CPTC service delivery area covers 7,431 square miles, and the combined population of all thirteen counties is 334,172 (2020 Census). Coastal Pines Technical College is a student-centered learning environment with more than 200 dedicated faculty and staff, over 150 academic programs, seven instructional sites, nineteen adult education sites and dual enrollment opportunities in 16 high schools. The College supports the workforce development needs of its communities and the lifelong learning needs of individuals. Student success drives the mission and culture, an organizational characteristic that ensures its status as the number one provider of technically trained employees in the region. Customized business and industry training, continuing education courses, and adult education opportunities are also provided to impact economic growth and sustain community partnerships. Coastal Pines Technical College has a tradition of academic excellence and will continue to contribute to the economic and workforce development of Southeast Georgia through the provision of quality programs and services. Named College of the Year for TCSG in 2017, Coastal Pines Technical College has established itself as an institution of excellence. To learn more about Coastal Pines Technical College, visit www.coastalpines.edu.
32 Coastal Pines Technical College Mr. Lonnie Roberts—President Natasha King, Executive Assistant to the President [email protected] 1701 Carswell Ave. Waycross, GA 31503 912-287-5827 - President’s Office 912-338-5300 - FAX 912-287-6584 Main coastalpines.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mr. Ted Buford Certified Board Member Retired 25 Pine Forest Drive Jesup, GA 31546 912-424-5590 C [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) (Previous Terms: 2008-2011-2014- 2017-2020) Mr. Dialo Cartwright Certified Board Member Area Manager, GA Power 3951 Community Rd. Brunswick, GA 31520 912-267-5195 W 478-508-1296 C [email protected] (Terms: 2019-2022-2025) Mr. Kurt Davis, Vice-Chair Certified Board Member VP & COO, Beasley Group, LLC. P. O. Box 1364 Hazelhurst, GA 31539 912-222-9403 C [email protected] (Term: 2019-2022-2025) Mr. Dewayne Johns Certified Board Member Marketing/Member Services Okefenokee REMC 85 Pine Hollow Dr. Nahunta, GA 31553 912-286-3648 C [email protected] (Term: 2019-2022-2025) Mr. Artie Jones, Jr. Certified Board Member City Council, St. Marys 241 Fairways Edge Dr. St. Mary’s, GA 31558 912-322-3437 C 912-510-0539 H [email protected] (Terms: 2019-2021-2024) (replaced Paulo Albuquerque) Mr. Robert Lee Lewis, III Chair Certified Board Member Baxley Market Executive Pineland Bank 72 E. Parker St. Baxley, GA 31513 912-705-2805 W 912-253-2905 C [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) Ms. Gwen Mungin Certified Board Member Terms: 2011-2014-2017-2020 – 2021-24 (2/1/23) Ms. Mungin passed away February 1, 2023 after 11 years of devoted Service to the Coastal Pines Local Board of Directors Mr. Jason Rubenbauer Certified Board Member President & CEO Waycross-Ware County Development Authority 2818 Evergreen Road Waycross, GA 31503 912-288-5735 C Wwda@Wwda/us (Terms: 2019-2022-2025) Mr. Ralph Staffins, III Certified Board Member President/CEO Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce 1505 Richmond Street Brunswick, Georgia 31520 912-265-0620 W [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) Mr. Joel Varnedoe Certified Board Member VP of New Markets and Product Development Lee Container Corporation 130 Virginia Avenue Homervillle, GA 31634 912-478-4230 W [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) 100% Club
33 Serving Chattahoochee, Harris, Muscogee, Quitman, Stewart, and Talbot Counties Jerald Mitchell Cassie Myers Crystal Shahid Acting Chair Randy Robertson Jon Erik Jones Judy King Pamela Jordan David Lewis Travis Chambers Ed Harbison Martin J. Huff Isaiah Hugley
34 Serving Chattahoochee, Harris, Muscogee, Quitman, Stewart, and Talbot Counties Columbus Technical College provides quality programs that produce highly-skilled graduates, contributing to the economic and workforce development of the Chattahoochee Valley region since 1961. Serving approximately 3,000 students each semester in more than 200 programs that meet area workforce needs is key to CTC’s success. In 2022, Columbus Tech’s job placement rate was over 98%, and the college increased its 2023 enrollment by more than six percent. The college provides short term certificate and diploma programs, and it also offers associate degrees with articulation agreements for students wishing an affordable matriculation to a bachelor’s degree. CTC has strong partnerships with the regional school systems through dual enrollment opportunities and career education for area high school students. The Economic Development division provides customized business, industry, medical, and governmental training, and testing services supporting thousands of area citizens each year. These training programs strengthen leadership and work skills to improve productivity and safety and provide employers with a fast track development option to meet their workforce needs. This division also offers online training in high demand soft skills where participants earned over 4,000 certificates of completion. Columbus Tech provides free Adult Education, high school equivalency options (G.E.D., HiSet, Career Plus), and ESL classes at 14 instructional sites in its service area. These programs positively impact both the lives of students and those of their families. Columbus Tech implemented a technology loan program and developed online instructional options to increase access for these students. The CTC Foundation, Inc. Trustees maintained Role Model Board Certification in 2022. As a Military Friendly and Purple Heart College, CTC maintains strong relationships with the post commands and veterans associated with Fort Moore. Not pictured: Laura Lee Bernstein Vance Smith Edwina Turner Ms. Martha Ann Todd President Shanell Scott Executive Assistant
35 Columbus Technical College Ms. Martha Ann Todd, President Shanell Scott, Executive Assistant – Ext. 1837 [email protected] 928 Manchester Expressway Columbus, GA 31904-6572 706-649-1837 - President's Office 706-321-5716 - FAX 706-649-1800 - Main columbustech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Lauren Bernstein County Manager Unified Government of CussetaChattahoochee 1659 Carter Avenue Columbus, GA 31906 229-815-9809 [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) (Stepped down January 2023) Travis Chambers (Certified Board Member) Director of Peoples ServicesTalent Acquisition Goodwill Industries of the Southern River 2601 Cross Country Drive, Bldg. B Columbus, GA 31906 (762)-208-4388 W (706) 575-8691 C [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) Senator Ed Harbison Georgia State Senate District 15 206 Washington Street 432 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 (404) 656-0074 W [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) J. Martin Huff Principal, The Cotton Company P.O. Box 1601 Columbus, GA 31902 (706) 615-2323 C [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) Mr. Isaiah Hugley City Manager, Consolidated Government of Columbus, Ga. 4019 Steam Mill Road Columbus, GA 31907 (706) 653-4029 W (706) 326-7624 C [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) Mr. Jon-Erik Jones Superintendent, Quitman County School District P.O. Box 677 Georgetown, GA 39854 (334) 695-7975 C [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) Ms. Pam Jordan Executive Director Talbot County Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 456 Talbotton, GA 31827 (706) 570-1966 C [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) Ms. Judy H. King, Certified Board Member Retired Educator 9011 Travelers Way Midland, GA 31820 706-718-6382 C [email protected] (Terms: 2018-2021-2024) (Ms. King unexpectedly passed away March 2023) Mr. David Lewis Superintendent, Muscogee County School District P.O. Box 2427 Columbus, GA 31902 (706) 748-2019 W Lewis.David.F @muscogee.k12.ga.us (Term: 2021-24) Mr. Jerald Mitchell President & CEO, Greater Columbus Georgia Chamber of Commerce 1200 6th Avenue Columbus, GA 31902 (706) 322-0419 W Jmitchell @columbusgachamber.com (Term: 2021-2024) Cassie Myers Director of Marketing and Public Relations The Pezold Companies 600 Brookstone Centre Parkway, Columbus, GA 31904 (706) 576-6400 [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Senator Randy Robertson Georgia State Senate District 29 P.O. Box 62 Cataula, GA 31804 (706) 593-1828 C (404)-656 7127 W [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) 1st Recipient of the LEAD Award 2017
36 Columbus Technical College Ms. Martha Ann Todd, President Shanell Scott, Executive Assistant – Ext. 1837 [email protected] 928 Manchester Expressway Columbus, GA 31904-6572 706-649-1837 - President's Office 706-321-5716 - FAX 706-649-1800 - Main columbustech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Crystal Shahid, Acting Board Chair Loan Specialist, Synovus 1024 King Place Drive Columbus, GA 31904 (706) 570-6644 C [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) Representative Vance Smith Georgia State House District 133 P.O. Box 171 Pine Mountain, GA 31822 (706) 616-1501 C [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024) Ms. Edwina Turner Certified Board Member Coordinator, Stewart County Family Connection 115 Goff Mill Road, Cuthbert, GA 39840 229-321-2167 W [email protected] (Terms: 2016-2019-2022-2025) 1st Recipient of the LEAD Award 2017
37 Serving Dade, Catoosa, Chattooga, Floyd, Gordon, Murray, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield Counties Gale Buckner Ben Canedo Tony Ferguson Torrance Ford Albert Hodge, Jr Paul Meredith William Nesbitt Kenna Stock Dr. Michele Taylor John Thomas Vice-Chair Cassandra Wheeler Chair
38 Serving Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Murray, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield Counties Since 1962, Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) has been instrumental in providing quality workforce education to the citizens of northwest Georgia. The mission of GNTC is to provide quality technical education and workforce development opportunities supporting student success throughout the communities of northwest Georgia. Serving the nine counties of Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Murray, Polk, Walker and Whitfield, GNTC has six campus locations in Calhoun, Dalton, Ringgold, Rock Spring, Rockmart, and Rome. Georgia Northwestern Technical College awards associate degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates of credit through traditional courses as well as an online platform. At GNTC, the primary focus of the faculty and staff is to support each student to successful completion of their selected program of study. Georgia Northwestern Technical College is a partner in seven career academies and offers dual enrollment course to high schools students across the service area. GNTC is a statewide leader in dual enrollment with one of the largest dual enrollment programs among Georgia colleges. Georgia Northwestern offers additional services, which include the Adult Education program that assists students with high school equivalency courses, English as a Second Language courses, and soft skills training. The Economic Development Division of GNTC provides business and industry services, which provide companies customized workforce training solutions. The continuing education program provides services related to workforce, leadership, and professional development opportunities. Georgia Northwestern Technical College is a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia and is accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). To learn more about Georgia Northwestern Technical College visit www.gntc.edu. Dr. Heidi Popham Lisa Odom President Executive Assistant
39 Georgia Northwestern Technical College Dr. Heidi Popham, President Lisa Odom, Executive Assistant [email protected] One Maurice Culberson Drive Rome, GA 30161 706-295-6928 – President’s Office 1-866-983-4682 - Main gntc.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ms. L. Gale Buckner Post Conviction Consultant P.O. Box 825 Chatsworth, GA 30705 770-337-5172 [email protected] (Terms: 2022-2025) Mr. Benjamin Canedo HR Recruiting & Training and Development Roper Corporation 108 Abilene Trail Dalton, GA 30721 706-622-0244 Benjamin.Canedo @geappliances.com (Term: 2022-2025) Mr. Tony Ferguson N.W. Regional Director Georgia Power Company 901 N. Broad St. Suite 350 Rome, GA 30161 404-625-0068 C [email protected] (Terms: 2022-2025) Mr. Torrance Ford VP of Talent Management Shaw Industries P. O. Box 2128 Dalton, GA 30722 423-313-6852 [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Mr. Albert (Al) Hodge, Jr. Certified Board Member Hodge Consulting 44 Devonshire Drive Rome, GA 30161 706-252-4511 [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) Mr. Paul Meredith Certified Board Member Director Manufacturing Mohawk Industries 754 Farrar Drive Summerville, GA 30747 706-272-1560 W [email protected] (Terms: 2015-2018-2021-2024) Major General William Nesbitt, Retired Certified Board Member 249 Saddlebrook Dr. SE Calhoun, GA 30701 678-787-2128 H [email protected] (Terms: 2014-2017-2020-2023) Ms. Kenna Stock Certified Board Member CEO, Harbin Clinic, LLC 17 Hogan Lane NW Rome, GA. 30165 770-547-2627 C [email protected] (Terms: 2016-2019-2022-2025) Dr. Michele Taylor Certified Board Member Superintendent/Pre-K Director Calhoun City Schools 535 Herrington Bend NW Calhoun, GA 30701 770-773-6575 C [email protected] (Terms: 2016-2019-2022-2025) Mr. John Ralph Thomas, Vice-Chair Certified Board Member Chief Energy Services Officer Dalton Utilities 2622 Oak Ridge Drive Rocky Face, GA 30740 706-463-2216 H [email protected] (Terms: 2016-2019-2022-2025) Ms. Cassandra Carter Wheeler Chair Certified Board Member Director Supply Chain Management Southern Company 8 Everwood Court SE Rome, GA 30161 205-337-6080 W (Terms: 2018-2020-2023)
40 Serving DeKalb, Newton, and Rockdale Counties Dr. Samantha Fuhrey Neil Shorthouse Rondah Thomas Beth Timberlake Frank Billue Dorian DeBarr Imam Emeritus Plemon T. El-Amin Theresa Austin-Gibbons Ted Cummings Chair Albert Murray
41 Georgia Piedmont Technical College is the premier provider of a qualified, educated workforce in DeKalb, Newton, and Rockdale counties in the Metro Atlanta area. Georgia Piedmont offers more than 200 academic programs through five schools: Arts & Sciences, Business, Computer Information Systems & New Media, Health, Education & Public/Professional Services, Industrial Technologies & Legal Studies, and Public Safety. GPTC is accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates of credit. In 2022, the college successfully completed its five-year reaffirmation process. GPTC boasts a job placement rate consistently at or above 95 percent. Georgia Piedmont is on a positive registration trend, having seen an enrollment increase of around 12 percent from fall of 2021 to fall of 2022 -- one of the largest enrollment increases in the TCSG. The school’s adult education division started offering a third high school equivalency pathway for its students – Career Plus HSE, and the economic development division is constantly providing apprenticeship and customized training opportunities for its citizenry. Major improvements at GPTC’s Clarkston and Covington campuses are underway and the college will soon unveil a renovated Regional Transportation Training Center in Stonecrest as well as a new truck-driving range in Newton. Citizens in Rockdale will also enjoy an updated campus setting. The values of Georgia Piedmont Technical College are learn, serve, and lead. GPTC takes those values to help students find their way FORWARD! Serving DeKalb, Newton, and Rockdale Counties Dr. Tavarez Holston President Michelle Byrdsong Executive Assistant
42 Georgia Piedmont Technical College Dr. Tavarez Holston, President Michelle Byrdsong, Executive Assistant to the President [email protected] 495 North Indian Creek Drive Clarkston, GA 30021 404-297-9522 x 1281 - President's Office 404-294-0617 - FAX 404-297-9522 - Main gptc.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ms. Theresa Austin-Gibbons Certified Board Member Director, Human Resources MARTA 4338 Wyndham Park Circle Decatur, GA 30034 404-791-0701 C (Term: 2022-2023) Replaced Toni Hannah whose term expires June 30, 2023) Mr. Frank Billue Certified Board Member Retired, U.S. DOT 5964 Southland Drive Stone Mountain, GA 30087 770-312-5815 C [email protected] (Terms: 2014-2017-2020-2023) Mr. Ted Cummings, Chair Certified Board Member President/CEO ONYX MS Group 300 Long Creek Drive Covington, GA 30016 404-420-0030 W [email protected] (Terms: 2015-2018-2021-2024) *Note: The 100% Board Certification distinction is awarded to colleges that have 100% of their members certified by the conclusion of the annual leadership conference. Any member shown as not certified on this page was appointed after the conference Mr. Dorian DeBarr Certified Board Member Interim President Decide DeKalb Development Authority 559 Glenaire Walk, SE Atlanta, GA 30316 404-578-3684 W [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Imam Emeritus Plemon T. El-Amin Certified Board Member Director, World Pilgrims 560 Fayetteville Road Atlanta, GA 30316 404-357-5660 C [email protected] (Terms: 2014-2017-2020-2023) Dr. Samantha Fuhrey Certified Board Member Superintendent Newton County School System 2109 Newton Drive, NE Covington, GA 30014 fuhrey.samantha @newton.k12.ga.us (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) Mr. Albert Murray Vice-Chair Certified Board Member Retired, State Board Member Pardons and Paroles 2033 Millstone Drive Conyers, GA 30094 678-413-3145 [email protected] (Terms: 2014-2017-2020-2023 Note—Stepped down January 2023) Mr. Neil Shorthouse Certified Board Member Co-Founder Communities in Schools 467 Cherokee Avenue, SE Atlanta, GA 30312 404-771-1021 C [email protected] (Terms: 2017-2020-2023) Ms. Rondah Thomas Area Manager, DeKalb & Rockdale Georgia Power 3000 Inverness Court Conyers, Ga 30094 678-908-7677 [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Ms. Beth Timberlake Chief Nursing Officer, Piedmont Newton Hospital 2604 Alexis Way Monroe, GA 30656 707-224-7080 [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) 100% Club
43 Serving Gwinnett and North Fulton Counties Mark Abrams Vice-Chair Kim Anker Dean Collins Chair Julie Haley Srinivas Jalla Karyn Mullins Laitiva Ray - Alston Raymer Sales Deon Tucker
44 Gwinnett Technical College (GTC) serves more than 23,000 students annually across three platforms of credit programs, adult education, and economic development training. The college offers more than 140 program options that can be completed in two years or less, contributing to the development of a qualified and sustainable workforce. Gwinnett Tech is consistently one of the top colleges in the state for conferring the highest number of associate degrees. A record was set for the college in AY 2021 granting over 4,100 degree, diploma and certificate awards, reflecting the college’s focus on ensuring that all students complete a marketable credential. Gwinnett Tech expanded our certificate options in health sciences, automotive, and engineering, and continues to deliver academic excellence through virtual, online, and in-person classes. In 2023 Gwinnett Tech will open their new 82,200+ square foot Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, and Emerging Technologies Building. This new addition will support computer science students and feature a cybersecurity war room and gaming technologies room, multiple flex use rooms, the addition of a new quad, 29 classrooms, a networking lab with a dedicated data center, and an eSportslab. Gwinnett Tech consistently earns national recognition for outstanding Veterans Services. Military Times ranked GTC 4th in the nation among large community colleges for 2022-2023. GTC is recognized for it’s commitment to education and providing opportunities to America’s veterans, service members, and their families. Gwinnett Tech was designated a National Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CD) through 2025 for the cybersecurity AAS degree program. The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) jointly sponsor the program. Gwinnett Tech is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has a long history of providing quality education for citizens and the business communities in Gwinnett and north Fulton counties, having served the region for almost 39 years. Serving Gwinnett and North Fulton Counties Dr. D. Glen Cannon President
45 GWINNETT TECHNICAL COLLEGE Dr. D. Glen Cannon, President Melissa Flanagan, Executive Assistant [email protected] 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30043-5702 678-226-6315 - President’s Office 770-962-7580 - Main gwinnetttech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mr. Mark Abrams Board Vice-Chair Certified Board Member Aspen Information Systems, Inc. 1310 Rockbridge Road Suite H Stone Mountain, GA 30087 678-367-3797 W [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Ms. Kim Anker Certified Board Member Chief Nursing Officer Northside Hospital Gwinnett 1000 Medical Center Blvd Lawrenceville, GA 30043 678-312-4702 [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Note: Kim came in to complete The term of Pam Garland from May through June of 2022. Then was appointed to her first term July 1, 2022) Mr. Dean Collins, Board Chair Certified Board Member Founder & Managing Partner Axis Companies 1111 Cambridge Square Suite C Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-395-4920 [email protected] (Terms: 2018-2021-2024) *Ms. Julie Haley, Chair Certified Board Member CEO, Edge Solutions 7 Old Roswell Street Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-250-5955 W [email protected] (Terms: 2015-2018-2021-2024) Mr. Srinivas Jalla Certified Board Member Gwinnett County Gov. Deputy Director, Water Resources 684 Winder Highway Lawrenceville, GA 30045 678-376-7003 [email protected] (Term: 2020-2023) Ms. Karyn Mullins Certified Board Member President Healthcare Staffing Technologies 2055 Northwinds Parkway Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-690-8360 W [email protected] (Terms: 2018-2021-2024) Ms. Lativia Ray-Alston Certified Board Member Director Pricewaterhouse Coopers 1075 Peachtree Street Duluth, GA 30309 646-239-2365 C [email protected] (Terms: 2015-2018-2021-2024) Mr. Raymer Sale, Jr. Certified Board Member CEO/President E2E Benefit Services, Inc. 2905 Premiere Parkway Suite 285 Duluth, GA 30097 404-580-1103 [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) Ms. Deon Tucker Certified Board Member Regional Director Georgia Power 1453 GA Hwy 120 Lawrenceville, GA 30043 404-375-6069 [email protected] (Term: 2022-2025) 100% Club Note: Deon came in to complete The term of Doug Jenkins from May through June of 2022. Then was appointed to her first term July 1, 2022)
46 Serving Banks, Barrow, Dawson, Forsyth, Hall, Jackson, and Lumpkin Counties Heather Standard Lanier Swafford Greg Trammell Debbie Weber Dr. Carolyn Booker James Dumas Dr. Enrique Montiel Chair Jim Otwell Sherree Moss James Shaw, Jr. Vice-Chair
47 Serving Banks, Barrow, Dawson, Forsyth, Hall, Jackson, and Lumpkin Counties Lanier Technical College is proud to serve Northeast Georgia through providing world class credit programs, outstanding customized industry training, and exceptional adult education programs. Nestled between the pristine shores of Lake Lanier and the beautiful North Georgia Mountains, Lanier Technical College is the “go to” training partner for Banks, Barrow, Dawson, Forsyth, Hall, Jackson, and Lumpkin Counties. Founded in 1964, Lanier Technical College offers over 100 different credit programs in over 50 different areas. Our students excel in programs ranging from Allied Health, Business, Computer Sciences, Professional Services, Public Safety, Technical and Industrial, and Interdisciplinary Studies. Lanier Tech is home to Georgia’s premier Motorsports Vehicle Technology and Marine Engine Technology programs. Student preparedness is the focus at Lanier Technical College, as evidenced by an overall graduate placement rate of 100% for eight of the last nine years. Lanier Technical College works to assure business, industry, healthcare, and government agencies have the highly skilled workforce needed to continue to fuel the diverse and extremely robust economy of Northeast Georgia. The Economic Development programs offered at Lanier Technical College are among the premier in the state. Lanier Tech’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center offers companies across the state customized training using the very latest in automated manufacturing technology. Lanier Technical College is also home to Georgia’s only Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration Training Program. This program provides training to industrial partners in all fifty states and many foreign countries. Our Adult Education programs are designed to assist residents of our seven-county service area to prepare to earn a high school equivalency credential, increase English literacy, and prepare for citizenship. Working with our area Certified Literate Community Programs and other community leaders, we are proud to offer on-site adult education services in each of the seven counties we serve. Lanier Technical College has a strong legacy of providing leadership for technical education in Georgia. Our first president, Dr. John Lloyd, was one of the creators of what is now Georgia QuickStart. Our third president, Dr. Ken Breeden was the first Commissioner of what is now the Technical College System of Georgia. Over the last decade, Lanier Technical College has been recognized as Georgia’s Technical College of the Year, had two instructors named as the Georgia Rick Perkins Award of Excellence Instructors of the year, and had two students named as Georgia EAGLE Adult Education Students of the Year. Lanier Technical College is home to the Nathan and Sandra Deal Library. The Deal Library is the first and only gubernatorial library housed on a technical college campus in Georgia. With outstanding instructors and staff, state of art facilities, and a legacy of leadership, Lanier Technical College is committed to providing our students with high quality educational experiences and services to assure that our motto of “Great Careers Begin Here” comes to life each and every day for years to come. Karen Minor Executive Assistant Mr. Tim McDonald President
48 Lanier Technical College Mr. Tim McDonald, President Karen Minor, Executive Assistant [email protected] Hall Campus 2535 Lanier Tech Drive Breeden Giles Hall, 2nd Floor Gainesville, GA 30507 770-533-7030 - President's Office 678-989-3107 - FAX 770-533-7000 - Main laniertech.edu BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dr. Carolyn Booker Certified Board Member Chief Nursing Officer-Northside Hospital Forsyth 1200 Northside Forsyth Drive Cumming, GA 30041 770-844-3218, W [email protected] (Term: 2021-2024 ) Mr. James C. Dumas, Sr. Certified Board Member Lead Pastor Montgomery Heights Baptist Church 157 Sullivan Drive Homer, GA 30547 706-654-0663 C [email protected] (Term: 2018-2021-2024) Dr. Enrique Montiel, Board Chair Certified Board Member Lead Veterinarian Anitox Insight 1055 Progress Circle Lawrenceville, GA 30043 678-376-1055 W 678-640-6350 C [email protected] (Terms: 2015-2018-2021-2024) Ms. Sherree Moss Certified Board Member Human Resource Manager ZF Gainesville, LLC 1925 New Harvest Road Gainesville, GA 30507 770-297-4042, W [email protected] Partial Term: 2021-2022 (Term: 2022-2025) Mr. Jim Otwell Certified Board Member Owner Andean Motor Company 527 Atlanta Road Cumming, GA 30040 770-887-2316 W [email protected] (Terms: 2014-2017-2020-2023) Mr. James R. Shaw Jr. Board Vice-Chair Certified Board Member President Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce 117 Lakeshore Drive Jefferson, GA 30549 706-338-2491 C [email protected] (Terms: 2018-2021-2024) Dr. Heather Standard Certified Board Member Executive Director, Women & Children Northeast GA Health System 743 Spring St Gainesville, GA 30501 770-307-5207 W [email protected] (Terms: 2019-2020-2023) Mr. Lanier Swafford Certified Board Member Region 2 EMS Director State Office of EMS & Trauma 2916 Highway 136 West Dawsonville, GA 30534 678-776-4436 C [email protected] (Terms: 2016-2019-2022-2025) Mr. Gregory (Greg) Trammell Certified Board Member Chief Operations Officer Lumpkin County Board of Education 56 Indian Drive Dahlonega, GA 30533 706-300-7085 C [email protected] Partial Term: 2021-2022 (Term: 2021-2022-2025) Ms. Debbie Weber Certified Board Member Retired Chief Human Resource Officer Northeast Georgia Health System 5601 Lanyard Court Gainesville, GA 30504 503-502-8083 [email protected] (Terms: 2016-2019-2022-2025) 100% Club
49 Serving Fannin, Habersham, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, White, and Franklin Counties Mitchell Barrett Cliff Bradshaw Matt Cathey Chair Theresa Dillard Scot Cochran Rope Roberts Dr. Jim Wade Ron Barden Julia Barnett Gilbert Barrett Vice Chair
50 North Georgia Technical College is the first technical college established in Georgia and is proud of its community-rich heritage. Keeping in lock-step with the economic development of the area, the college has evolved through the years. The Clarkesville campus was originally the home of the Georgia Ninth District School of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts founded in 1907, changing to Habersham College from 1938 to 1943, progressing to North Georgia Trade and Vocational School in 1944, and arriving at its current fully-credentialed status as North Georgia Technical College in 2000. Today, North Georgia Technical College offers programs to develop skills that can be immediately applied in the workplace as well as many general core courses that can be transferred to four-year colleges and universities across Georgia. Leadership at the college has implemented more flexible schedules and additional course offerings, more adjunct faculty into daily operations, a retention plan to keep students enrolled and on track to graduate, additional dual enrollment programs at area high schools, and a student mentor program with resident students. North Georgia Technical College is one of two Georgia technical colleges that offers students on-campus housing. Here at this hometown college, students become involved in campus life and develop the leadership and soft skills so desired by business and industry. Whether entering college directly from high school, returning to college to finish a degree, preparing for a career change, or laying the foundation for advanced degrees, a student will find support from dedicated faculty and staff who are committed to student success. North Georgia Technical College is truly the best place for living and learning in the mountains. Serving Fannin, Habersham, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, White, and Franklin Counties Mr. John Wilkinson Trudi Schubring President Executive Assistant