George Donovan, President

George holds a B.A. degree from the University of Miami and a M.S. degree from the University of Illinois, both in finance. George has been an elected board member of North Cobb Christian School since 1995, serving as Treasurer for most of those years, and currently as the President.

George is President of Donovan Enterprises, Inc., a holding company for venture capital investments.  Previously, he was employed by the Coulter Corporation, a world leader in in-vitro diagnostic testing where his responsibilities over 17 years included field sales, sales management, financial planning, budgeting, and new product project management.  He also serves on the board of one other technology company and advises for another leading edge business.

During 2006-2009 while living in Orange, California, George helped in the start up of a public charter school in Long Beach focusing on the underserved students in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods.  Micro Enterprise Charter Academy has been heralded by the California Department of Education as having submitted one of the most forward thinking educational charter proposals ever received.

George has been married to his wife Mary since 1981 and they have three children, Sarah, Christopher, and Gregory.  Sarah and Christopher graduated from NCCS in 2003 and 2005 respectively while Gregory finished high school in Anaheim, CA having attended NCCS through the 8th grade,  George and Mary currently attend Branches of Christ Church.

Mr. Donovan's passion is helping provide students the opportunity to discover their God given potential. His favorite Scripture verse is 3 John 1:4 "I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth."

Jay McAnnally, Vice President

Jay studied Geology and Mining/Petroleum Engineering at the University of Alabama and graduated in1981. He went on to study Theology at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.Jay is currently the Corporate Chaplain for Carl Black Automotive Group.  He provides Spiritual and emotional care for up to 1000 employees in GA, FL and TN. He also serves as their Director of Facilities and Construction.

Jay and his wife, Laura, have been married for 27 years and have three daughters, Erin, a graduate of NCCS, Kelsey, and Callan, who currently attends NCCS. The McAnnallys attend Cedarcrest Church. Jay is also active in Men's Ministry, Volunteers, and Hospitality and Construction.  Jay was a founding pastor at NorthStar Church of Kennesaw, GA serving as their Pastor of Family Life for seven years.  In the 1990's he worked with the Promise Keepers organization in Atlanta becoming a licensed and ordained minister in 1997.  

Jay’s favorite Scripture is Proverbs 3:6-9 "...in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.  Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones. Honor the LORD with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops.”

Gordon Brittingham, Treasurer

Gordon is an experienced leader and consults regularly with business teams in a variety of areas to help create effective strategies that will impact organizational results. He has hands-on experience within a wide range of financial service areas including: bankcard, internet lending, short-term lending and mortgages. He received his Bachelors degree from the University of Delaware.

He and his wife Cynthia were married in 1992 and have three children, Taylor, David and Kendall, all of whom attend NCCS. In addition to serving as the Treasure of the Board, Gordon is the Finance Committee Chair.

The Brittinghams attend Grace Covenant Church. Currently Gordon is a soccer coach with the NW YMCA of Metro Atlanta. He enjoys spending time with his family and says his kids are his only current hobby.

Gordon's favorite Scripture was used in his wedding ceremony and is Jeremiah 21:11-13 - "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart."

LeAnn McKenzie, Secretary

LeAnn joined the board in May 2010.  She graduated from Harding University in 1991 with a BA in Child Development and continued her education with a Masters of Science in Early Childhood/Special Education.  She is currently a member of West Cobb Church and has been active over the years as a teacher in children's programs. LeAnn has volunteered in many different capacities at NCCS including serving as a Room Mom, and as a member of the Jog-A-Thon and Admissions Committees.

LeAnn and her husband, Tim, married in 1992 and have two children, Addison and Will who both attend NCCS. Additionally, they have an adopted daughter from China, Emmi, who is a future NCCS student. LeAnn has attended Bible Study Fellowship for five years and enjoys playing tennis.

Her favorite Scripture is Psalms 139: 1-18. Verses 1-6 follow:
"O LORD, you have searched me and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. Before a word is on my tongue you know it completely, O LORD. You hem me in - behind and before; you have laid your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain."

Michael D. Bell

Michael graduated from Georgia State University in 1995 with a B.S. in Business Administration, Major in Accounting.  He received his CPA Certification from the State of Georgia in 2000.  Michael has worked for C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc. for 16 years and is currently an Executive Vice President and the Chief Financial Officer for the company.

Michael married his wife Kayle in 1996 and they have 5 children, Bryant, Tyler, Angela, Samantha, who all attend NCCS,and Colton.  The Bell family attends Cedarcrest Church.  Michael enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.

Michael’s favorite Scripture is Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your path straight”.

Mason Brown

Mason graduated from Jacksonville University in 1980 with a Bachelors degree, received his medical degree from Medical College of Virginia in 1984, and received his MBA from Auburn University in 2006. He is currently the VP of Medical Affairs for McKesson Corporation and a Fellow, American Academy of Family Physicians.

Mason has been active in the local community and has held board positions on the Bartow Health Access, Bartow County Women's Resource Center and with the Harbin Clinic.  

Mason and Linda have been married 27 years and they have three children, Justin, Ryan, who is a graduate of NCCS and Avian, who currently attends NCCS. The family attends Tabernacle Baptist Church, where Mason is a deacon and teaches Sunday School.

Mason’s favorite Scripture in John 15: 9-12 - "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love.  If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father's commands and remain in his love.  I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you."

Howard M. Delashmit

Howard graduated from Georgia Institute of Technology with a B.S. in Industrial Management with Highest Honors in 1985 and from Emory Law School in 1988.  He is a partner in the real estate law firm of Morris | Hardwick | Schneider, LLC.

Howard is a strong believer in giving back to the community and in developing leaders. He is a graduate of both the Leadership Cobb and Leadership Bartow programs and currently serves as Chairman of the Leadership Bartow program.  He also serves on the Cartersville/Bartow County Chamber of Commerce. He has assisted NCCS with the Mock Trial competition for the past several years.
Howard and his wife, Ronnie, have two sons, Hunter and Ethan, both of whom attend NCCS. The Delashmits attend North Metro Community Church.

Howard's favorite Scripture is Romans 3:23-24  - "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus."

Mark Humphrey

Mark has worked for The Coca-Cola Company for 23 years and is currently Director of Financial Planning and Reporting. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with Bachelor degree in Finance and has an MBA from the University of South Carolina.

Mark and his wife Karen were married in 1988 and have two children.  Michael graduated from NCCS in 2012 and Allison currently attends NCCS.  Both have attended NCCS since Kindergarten.  

The Humphreys have been members of First Presbyterian Church of Marietta since 1992, where Mark serves as a deacon and has been a youth advisor with the middle school youth group for several years.  Mark also serves on the board of Men Abiding in Christ Ministries, Inc., a ministry focused on growing men’s relationship with Jesus Christ and assisting churches in growing discipleship through retreats, seminars and small group programs.   

One of Mark’s favorite bible verses is Colossians 2:6-7--- “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.”

Jonathan Marquess

Jonathan received his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Mercer University, School of Pharmacy in Atlanta, GA.  In addition, he has completed The International Health Care Course sponsored by the Royal Danish School of Pharmacy in Copenhagen, Denmark and The American Pharmacy Association’s (APhA) Community Pharmacy Management Program.  Jonathan specializes in diabetes care and is a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE).

Jonathan is a member of the American Pharmacists Association Board of Trustees.  He is a past president of the Georgia Pharmacy Association (GPhA) and in 2012 Jonathan was named GPhA Independent Pharmacists of the Year and in 2008 was named Innovative Pharmacist of the Year by GPhA.  He is a member of Phi Lambda Sigma and Phi Beta Delta.

Jonathan, along with his pharmacist wife, Pam, are the owners of five Health Mart Pharmacies in the Metro Atlanta Area.  He is also the President/CEO of The Institute for Wellness and Education, a disease management company.  

Jonathan and Pam have been married for 18 years and their two children, Will and Madison, both attend NCCS.  Jonathan and his family attend Woodstock Baptist Church and his favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 3: 5 – 6 which reads "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."

Perry L. Parke

Perry graduated from the University of Tennessee with a B.S. with honors in Industrial Management in 1983. He also received an MBA from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville Il. He is the President of Microcopy Dental, a supplier of dental products located in Kennesaw.

Perry feels strongly about giving back to his community and is a supporter of various organizations from MUST Ministries to The Nature Conservancy.

Perry and his wife Lisa have been married for 23 years and have three sons, Mitchell, Reese, and Cameron, who all attend NCCS. Perry and his family have attended First Presbyterian Church in Marietta since 2002 where all three boys are active in the youth program.

Perry's favorite book of the Bible is James and his favorite verse is James 1:19, "My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires."

Melissa "Missy" Kemp Robinson

Missy attended Kennesaw State University where she graduated Cum Laude earning her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. After graduating from Kennesaw State, Missy received her Juris Doctor from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law. She is a founding partner of the law firm Nations & Robinson, LLC that focuses on residential and commercial real estate. Missy serves on the Executive Committee of the Real Property Section of the Georgia Bar and she is the Chair of the Pro Bono Committee.

Missy is a North Cobb Christian School alumnus. She attended NCCS from kindergarten (1985) through 8th grade (1994). Her parents, Perry and Vicki Kemp, are one of the founding families of NCCS. Missy and her husband, Dan, married in 2006 and they attend Northside United Methodist Church in Atlanta.

Missy's favorite Bible verse is Psalm 43:10- "Teach me to do Thy will, for Thou art my God; let Thy good spirit lead me on level ground." Psalm 43:10