Donald Wood - Rev. Dr. Donald R. Wood is an Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church. He received his Masters of Divinity from Candler School of Theology at Emory University and his Doctorate from McCormick Theological Seminary at the University of Chicago. Before moving to South Georgia, Don served churches in the Central Pennsylvania Conference. He has been the Executive Director of Good News Television (GNTV) since its beginnings as a cable television channel in 1976 to an Audio/Video/Lighting Production Ministry that provides event support for more than 30 events per year. He has successfully supported events across the United States and in more than 15 countries worldwide.
You can e-mail Don at donwood@gntv.info
David Wood - David grew up in Macon, GA. His family attended Vineville United Methodist Church where as a member of Troop 19 he earned his Eagle Scout. Since being a teenager David has been in ministry with GNTV Media Ministry, traveling and working with the organization to provide lights, sound and video for hundreds of church events, retreats, and concerts. He is a 1997 graduate with a B.S. in Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology (North Avenue Trade School) in Atlanta, GA. He completed his Master of Divinity in 2007 from Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. David was Ordained a Full Elder in the South Georgia Annual Conference in 2010. He is currently appointed to Macon Urban Ministries (the parent ministry of GNTV) with responsibility for being a Senior Event Director, overseeing the production of events, planning worship services, and focusing technological resources on sharing Christ's message. His other responsibilities with Macon Urban Ministries include working to start a new ministry, Stable Affordable Family Enrichment. This ministry seeks to provide affordable housing in communities that lack modern and affordable homes for families. David was married in 2004 to Hope and has two beautiful little girls named Sarah and Hannah.
You can e-mail David at david@gntv.info
Jeanette LaPratt - Second only to our Executive Director in GNTV experience, Jeanette has been with the ministry for more than 30 years - and that doesn't even count the early years of volunteer service! We know her as our Office Manager, but you'll recognize her as the "voice" of GNTV. Jeanette's voice is the one you hear when you call our office; she's the person helping you through the ordering process and solving all your problems, just like she solves all ours.
You can e-mail Jeanette at jeanette@gntv.info
David Hullings – David is a graduate of Susquehanna University in Pennsylvania with a Bachelors of Religion degree. Through many years of being a working semi-pro musician he has learned a great deal about the audio side of media production, live sound management, and digital recording. Joining GNTV in 2008 fulfilled a life-long desire to serve the Lord with these lessons and skills. He strives to help musicians feel comfortable while leading and performing simply because he’s been there – as one of them. He presently serves in all aspects of live sound and runs “David’s Fix-it Shop” for GNTV’s broken and wayward equipment.
David’s e-mail address is dwhullings@gntv.info
Randy Autry - Randy is a graduate of Georgia Southwestern College and the University of Georgia. Before coming to GNTV, Randy worked in commercial and consumer electronic sales. Randy serves GNTV as event support and Breakout Specialist
Randy's e-mail address is randy@gntv.info
Stacey Howell - Stacey is a graduate of Haywood Community College with a degree in Manufacturing Engineering. Prior to coming to GNTV, Stacey worked as Services Director at Lake Junaluska Conference & Retreat Center. His areas of responsibility at the Conference Center were audio/video production, meeting room set-up, transportation, recreation, as well as a closed circuit system which delivered live events from Stuart Auditorium to the 250 hotel rooms at the Lake. Stacey currently serves as a Senior Event Director for GNTV Media Ministry.
Stacey's e-mail address is stacey@gntv.info
Laura Poarch - Laura has been with GNTV since 1999. She started as a volunteer then worked part-time while in school. Laura graduated with a BA in Film and Video from Georgia State University. Laura is now working full time as a Video Director and Video Producer.
You can e-mail Laura at laura@gntv.info
David Toliver - David began his relationship with GNTV in 2000. David's audio experience includes design, setup, and operation of live PA and broadcast situations since 1996. Since joining GNTV, Dave has expanded his production skills to include all aspects of GNTV on site event production including setup and operation of videography, video direction, graphics, lighting, and audio. David currently serves GNTV as Logistics Coordinator.
You can e-mail "Toliver" at dtoliver@gntv.info
Josh Hinckley - Josh came to GNTV in the summer of 2007 as an intern, looking for part-time work while working towards his degree in Computer Science at Mercer University. He is now a Production Assistant and acts as GNTV Technical Support.
You can e-mail Josh at josh@gntv.info
Paul Roadarmel – Paul has worked at GNTV since August of 2007. He began by taking responsibility for the shipping and duplication areas of GNTV. He continues with those responsibilities, but also works as a Camera Operator, Video Director, Video Editor, or Sound Engineer when the situation requires it. While working at Good News he completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Information Technology from Macon State College.
You can e-mail Paul at paul@gntv.info