Toccoa’s Provitera Named NGTC Employee of the Year

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, 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,” Provitera said. “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.”

Savonda Turner, NGTC information technology director, said, “Brandon stands out for his exemplary customer service, outstanding work ethic, and dedication to the college. 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). Stephens County residents recognized included Bobby McCarter and Braxton McCarter, both of Toccoa, for five years of service, and Brian Fortner of Eastanollee, for 10 years of service.

Erica Pickens of Lavonia was recognized for 35 years of service.

Other service award recipients included:

Five-year service award recipients: Letty Adams of Clarkesville; Darin Boozer of Clarkesville; Laurie Boozer of Clarkesville; Derek Deibler of Blairsville; Michelle Dockery of Cleveland; Adam Fulbright of Hull; Melissa Henderson of Clarkesville; Charles Hurst of Demorest; Brandy Sackel of Cornelia; Shonda Satterfield of Clarkesville; and Souvanh Touralack of Cornelia.

10-year service award recipients: Rebekah Franklin of Cornelia; Sean McAuley of Athens; Timothy Reynolds of Cleveland; and Jason Turpen of Mount Airy.

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

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

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