Board of Directors

Craig Anderson (Vice-Chair)

Craig has served on the board of NVCA since August 2017 and currently serves as Vice Chairman. He retired from an adventurous 36+ year career as a Sales Manager, Training Coach, and Mentor in the CPG food industry with Kraft Foods and Nestlé USA. Craig has witnessed the tremendous growth NVCA has experienced and is continually in awe of the visible Hand of God in the school’s Christian journey. Craig has been married to his wonderful wife, Karen, for 42+ years, and they have two grown, highly successful daughters whom they love to brag about. Nikki is married to Brian, has two adorable children (Noah and Lily Grace), and serves as a VP at a major insurance company. Chelsea earned her Ph.D. in Accounting and is a professor at the University of Cincinnati.

 

Brent D. Garrison, Ph.D.

Brent is currently Founder and President of By The Book Consultive Group and a Senior Mentor/Discipler with CEO Forum. He also serves as the
Board Chair for Music Serving the Word and is on the Board of Phoenix Seminary. Prior to these assignments, Brent's career involved serving as Vice President of External Studies at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, a three-year term as president of the Association of Christian Continuing Education Schools and Seminaries and 15 years as president of Arizona Christian University. Brent is the author of 'Leadership by The Book,' a book that speaks to
The importance of character first, vision, wisdom, service, and judgment for effective leadership. 

 

Jay Jasper

Jay Jasper is a seasoned professional with over 40 years of experience in real estate and civic leadership. He has held key roles on city councils, planning commissions, school boards, executive boards, and professional associations, contributing strategic insight and governance expertise across sectors.
Jay’s background includes extensive work in property transactions, development, and valuation, with a strong emphasis on integrity, negotiation, and market strategy. He has also served as a delegate and director for regional educational institutions, bringing a collaborative and solutions-oriented approach to institutional planning. Known for his tenacity, honesty, and thoughtful leadership, Jay is committed to advancing academic excellence and community impact.

 

Chris Schoenleb (Ex officio)

Presently serving as the Head of School at North Valley Christian Academy since 2018, Chris has worked in Lutheran education for over 20 years. He is a former advertising executive and Army veteran who currently serves as a board member for the Arizona Christian Education Coalition (AZCEC), an ambassador for the Phoenix Rescue Mission, a member of the State of Arizona 529 Advisory Committee, and a member of the finance committee for the Sonoran Foothills Community Association. His education includes a B.A. in History, Kenyon College; M.B.A., University of Tennessee; M.I.M. Thunderbird; M.Ed. National Louis University; and Colloquy certification from Concordia University, Chicago.
 

Andrea Searle, B.S., PharmD

Andrea Searle is new to the NVCA Board and is honored to join the NVCA family during this season of growth and service. She retired in July 2025 after a 25-year career in federal healthcare, culminating in her role as PBM Administrator and National Program Manager for Clinical Pharmacy with the VA Central Office. Throughout her career, she has led several executive committees and served as a voting member on numerous governance councils, bringing extensive leadership and collaborative experience. Andrea holds a BS in Biochemistry, a BS in Pharmacy, and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, and she completed a PGY-2 Residency in Critical Care. While this is her first formal role in Christian education, Andrea has been deeply connected to NVCA since 2017, when her daughter, Alexis, began attending as a preschooler. Alexis will enter 4th grade in the 2025–2026 school year. Andrea is excited to support the school’s Christ-centered impact on students and families. She and her husband, Douglas, have been together for 34 years and are focused on an intentional season of family life, travel, and creating meaningful memories together. They have lived in Anthem since 2002.
 

Rev. Dr. Scott Seidler, M.B.A., D.Min. (Chair)

Scott has served on the NVCA board and been part of the NVCA family for three years, and currently serves as Chairman. He is the Senior Pastor at Shepherd of the Desert Lutheran Church (LCMS) in Scottsdale. Scott has 30 years of experience overseeing and teaching in Christian preschools and day schools, as well as at the university and seminary levels. He believes NVCA is one of the bright lights in Lutheran Christian education nationally and is thrilled to be part of its next chapter of growth and continued excellence. Scott is celebrating 30 years of marriage to Renee and has three children, two cats, a dog, his golf clubs, and a soon-to-be first grandchild.
 

Tom Shaeffer

Tom has experience as an executive leader in developing and implementing operating strategies, policies, and procedures for Fortune 100 organizations. He has held senior-level positions in sales, marketing, procurement, and finance at SYSCO Corporation and AEE Strategic Sales and Operations. Tom holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, graduating from the University of Central Florida.

Evelyn Vasileiadis

Evelyn serves on the NVCA prayer team and, together with her husband, Antony, leads mission trips to Greece through their ministry, INSPEARNATIONS. They blend history, service, evangelism, and fellowship to create meaningful community and deepen faith in Jesus Christ while following in the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. Their two sons have attended NVCA since 2022 and are avid soccer players – GO LIONS! With over 20 years of leadership experience in education, international business, nonprofit work, church ministry, and mission trips in the U.S. and Greece, Evelyn has worked with Scottsdale Bible Church, the American College of Thessaloniki (ACT), OXETTE International Jewelry, and Anatolia College. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Evelyn is honored to serve a school that shares her commitment to biblically based education, faith, excellence, and community, and she looks forward to supporting its continued growth and spiritual vitality.