Posted by Staff Reports | Nov 2, 2026 | Floyd News, Gordon News, Polk News, Top Local News | 0 | Georgia Trend magazine has selected Dr. Heidi Popham, president of Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC), as one of the magazine’s most influential leaders for 2026. This year marks the fifth that Dr. Popham has been profiled in the GEORGIA 500, an “annual publication that spotlights the most powerful leaders across major industries and organizations” who impact Georgia, according to Georgia Trend. Popham was appointed president of GNTC by the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) in 2019; she has worked for GNTC for more than 30 years. “It is an honor to be included among the GEORGIA 500,” Dr. Popham said. “This recognition reflects the incredible work being done every day at GNTC.” “I am fortunate to serve alongside an outstanding team of faculty and staff who are passionate about changing lives through education and creating opportunities for our students,” Dr. Popham said. “This honor is one I proudly share with the entire GNTC family.” “President Popham understands that the success of Georgia Northwestern Technical College is measured by the opportunities it creates for students and the workforce it helps build for Northwest Georgia,” said TCSG Commissioner Greg Dozier. “Her inclusion in Georgia Trend’s GEORGIA 500 for the fifth consecutive year reflects her sustained leadership and commitment to that work. We are proud to see her recognized…
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