Jonell Mertens, Secretary, 2024-2026, lives in Scottsdale, Arizona and is a Forever NCL Sustainer member from the Sonoran Centennial Chapter. She is married to Craig, and they have two Sustainer Ticktockers, Courtney (2011), and Madeline, (2014). They are Jonell’s pride and joy! Courtney is a 4th grade teacher, and Madeline is a Compliance Specialist.

Jonell was an active Sonoran Centennial member for 9 years, where both daughters completed their 6-year program. During her time, Jonell served in numerous board and chapter support roles. She was a past District Specialist and Facilitator, and also a past chair of the National Nominating Committee (NNC). Jonell served as a Director on the NCL, Inc. Board of Directors from 2018-2020, and 2021-2024.

Professionally, Jonell is the Parkinson’s Wellness Program Coordinator for the Valley of the Sun JCC. Jonell holds a Masters of Nonprofit Management degree (MNM), and has been a fitness instructor and personal trainer (CPT-NASM) for the past 28 years. Previously, Jonell was a principal in their family’s software company, Digital Art Solutions, which they sold in 2019. Having served on many local nonprofit boards in the past, she also currently serves on a Foster Care Review board for the State of Arizona.

Jonell is honored to serve NCL, Inc. which continues to be at the forefront for development of leaders and philanthropists across the country for 100 years!