Board of Directors
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David Rambin, Chair
David Rambin is a graduate of the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia, where he earned a degree in Business Management in 2006. With twenty years of experience as a small business owner and eight years as a licensed Realtor, he has developed expertise in both residential and commercial real estate. He is a proud father of two young children, a son and a daughter, who are not yet school-aged. David is also a dedicated community leader and served as treasurer of the Lumpkin County Education Foundation (LCEF) from November 2021 until April 2026. In this role as Chair, he is actively contributing to the growth of the foundation's endowment and is passionate about supporting teachers as they create innovative and enriching experiences for their students through LCEF grants.
Nancy Combs, Vice-Chair
Nancy Combs moved to Lumpkin County with her husband Jim in1981. For 32 years she worked as Office Manager/Bookkeeper at Appalachian Contracting Services until she retired in 2020. During that time, she and Jim reared two wonderful daughters. Currently she manages both the couple’s household and three other businesses that the couple owns. She loves yoga and exercise, spending time with her grandchildren and traveling with her husband. She has served on the LCEF board since spring of 2023. Having witnessed the transformation in Lumpkin County schools through the years, she is excited about the possibilities for high impact and creative learning activities Lumpkin County teachers will have with grants from LCEF.
Ursula Luesing, Secretary
Ursula moved to Dahlonega in 1996 with her husband Billy. Their two children had great experiences going through the lumpkin county school system. Ursula is an RN who worked as a nurse at Long Branch Elementary School for 9 years and loved building relationships with the students and parents. She currently works as a private geriatric care manager with Aging Lifecare of Atlanta.
Anna Elrod, Treasurer
Anna Elrod retired to Dahlonega in 2014 from Austin, TX, where she operated a successful bookkeeping service. A ceramic artists at heart, Anna enjoys hiking, gardening and spending time with friends. Impressed with the work of the Lumpkin County Educational Foundation she has volunteered her services as Treasurer.
Martha Dickerson, Fundraising Chair
Before moving to Dahlonega in 2000, Martha Dickerson worked in management and continued her career until retiring in 2016, helping businesses grow and succeed along the way. After retirement, she followed her passion for wellness and became a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, sharing the benefits of movement, balance, and mindfulness with others. She enjoys reading, hot tea, and spending time with her family, her fur baby Ruby, and friends. She is grateful to be part of this organization and honored to support its mission to make a positive impact through education.
Leah Bruno, Community Liaison
Leah Bruno is a community leader, former special education teacher, and local business owner in Lumpkin County. She spent six years in the Lumpkin County School System, building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues while developing a passion for supporting children. During her husband’s military service, Leah served as a Command Ombudsman, acting as a liaison between families and the command during deployments and providing support and communication during critical times. As Community Liaison for the Lumpkin County Education Foundation, Leah connects local businesses, families, and educators to create meaningful opportunities for students and support teachers. She is committed to strengthening partnerships that make a lasting difference for Lumpkin County schools. Leah lives in Dahlonega with her husband, Ryan, and their four children: Nicole, Saralyn, Katie, and Travis.