NGTC Recognizes 2024 Faculty and Staff Award Recipients

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Clarkesville, GA – North Georgia Technical College (NGTC) recently named Brandon Provitera the 2024 Employee of the Year at the college’s annual service awards holiday luncheon.

Provitera, an audio visual/information technology specialist from Toccoa, Ga., has been employed by the college since Oct. 2014 and previously served as a technical support specialist, a library assistant and a library work study. He graduated from NGTC in 2016 with his networking specialist associate degree. Provitera was nominated by fellow staff members and was complimented on his friendliness, knowledge, and willingness to go above and beyond for the college.

“It means a lot to me to be recognized as Employee of the Year,” said Provitera. “I really appreciate everyone at the college and in my department fostering such a great work environment. Without them and their encouragement, I would not have risen to the heights I am today. It’s a blessing; thank you once again.”

“Brandon stands out for his exemplary customer service, outstanding work ethic, and dedication to the college,” said Savonda Turner, NGTC information technology director. “He embodies a consistently positive attitude that has significantly contributed to the spirit of our IT team and is an exceptional example of excellence among NGTC employees. It is a pleasure to work alongside someone of Brandon’s caliber.”

NGTC President John Wilkinson also presented the 2024 Employee Service Awards, recognizing those who have given distinguished years of service to NGTC and the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG).

Five-year service employees included Letty Adams of Clarkesville, Ga.; Darin Boozer of Clarkesville, Ga.; Laurie Boozer of Clarkesville, Ga.; Derek Deibler of Blairsville, Ga.; Michelle Dockery of Cleveland, Ga.; Adam Fulbright of Hull, Ga.; Melissa Henderson of Clarkesville, Ga.; Charles Hurst of Demorest, Ga.; Bobby McCarter of Toccoa, Ga.; Braxton McCarter of Toccoa, Ga.; Brandy Sackel of Cornelia, Ga.; Shonda Satterfield of Clarkesville, Ga.; and Souvanh Touralack of Cornelia, Ga.

10-year service award recipients were Brian Fortner of Eastanollee, Ga.; Rebekah Franklin of Cornelia, Ga.; Sean McAuley of Athens, Ga.; Timothy Reynolds of Cleveland, Ga.; and Jason Turpen of Mount Airy, Ga.

Julia Braswell of Clarkesville, Ga., was recognized for 20 years of service with NGTC.

Twenty-five-year certificates were awarded to Janet Henderson of Cleveland, Ga.; Tammy Keyes of Hiawassee, Ga.; Samantha Marchant of Blairsville, Ga.; and Dorothy Mayfield of Morganton, Ga.

Erica Pickens of Lavonia, Ga., was recognized for an outstanding 35 years of service.

“I am proud to recognize these outstanding individuals and commend them for their dedication to North Georgia Technical College,” said NGTC President John Wilkinson. “It is an honor to work with them and to witness the consistent efforts they put forth for our students and our community each and every day.”

For more information regarding North Georgia Technical College programs or admission, visit northgatech.edu or call 706-754-7700.

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2024 Employee of the Year Award (L to R): Brandon Provitera, 2024 Employee of the Year; and NGTC President John Wilkinson.
2024 Employee of the Year Award (L to R): Brandon Provitera, 2024 Employee of the Year; and NGTC President John Wilkinson.
Five-year Service Awards (front, L to R): NGTC President John Wilkinson; Derek Deibler; Melissa Henderson; Laurie Boozer; Shonda Satterfield; Souvanh Touralack; (back, L to R) Brandy Sackel; Braxton McCarter; Darin Boozer; Letty Adams; Bobby McCarter; Michelle Dockery; (not pictured) Adam Fulbright; and Charles Hurst.
Five-year Service Awards (front, L to R): NGTC President John Wilkinson; Derek Deibler; Melissa Henderson; Laurie Boozer; Shonda Satterfield; Souvanh Touralack; (back, L to R) Brandy Sackel; Braxton McCarter; Darin Boozer; Letty Adams; Bobby McCarter; Michelle Dockery; (not pictured) Adam Fulbright; and Charles Hurst.
10-year Service Awards (L to R): Jason Turpen; Timothy Reynolds; NGTC President John Wilkinson; Rebekah Franklin; Brian Fortner; and (not pictured) Sean McAuley.
10-year Service Awards (L to R): Jason Turpen; Timothy Reynolds; NGTC President John Wilkinson; Rebekah Franklin; Brian Fortner; and (not pictured) Sean McAuley.
20-year Service Awards (L to R): NGTC President John Wilkinson; and Julia Braswell.
20-year Service Awards (L to R): NGTC President John Wilkinson; and Julia Braswell.
25-year Service Awards (L to R): Samantha Marchant; Tammy Keyes; NGTC President John Wilkinson; Janet Henderson; and Dorothy Mayfield.
25-year Service Awards (L to R): Samantha Marchant; Tammy Keyes; NGTC President John Wilkinson; Janet Henderson; and Dorothy Mayfield.
35-year Service Awards (L to R): Erica Pickens; and NGTC President John Wilkinson.
35-year Service Awards (L to R): Erica Pickens; and NGTC President John Wilkinson.

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