Brooke Wright, Executive Director

Scott Johnson retired from Coca-Cola and now dedicates his time to community support in Peachtree City through extensive volunteer work. A resident of Fayette County since 1996, he has demonstrated strong leadership as a member of the ExOPS Board since 2010, currently serving as its President. His advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities is a key focus of his efforts. Scott is married to Michelle, and together they have 3 adult children.

Brenda Vogler is a retired CFO of HospitalMD with 30 years of financial and accounting experience. She has been a resident of Fayette County since 1996 and actively participates in community support as a member of the Leadership Board of PTCUMC. Additionally, she has served on the ExOps Board since 2002, advocating for development and leadership within the nonprofit organization focused on individuals with developmental disabilities.

Arturo Cerezo is the Catering Technology Manager at Delta Air Lines and has been actively involved in community support, particularly for nonprofit organizations that advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities. He enjoys soccer and traveling, and has lived in Fayette County since 2013. Since 2018, he has demonstrated his leadership by serving on the ExOps Board.

Frances Stewart is the VP of sales and marketing at UP Media Group, a media company dedicated to serving the electronics industry. Since moving to Fayette County in 2005, she has demonstrated her leadership by serving on the ExOps Board since 2016. Frances and her husband, Norman, are actively involved in advocacy and community support for individuals with developmental disabilities, including their adult daughter, Helena.

Janet Smola serves on the ExOPS Board of Directors after 25 years as the organization’s Executive Director. (Read Janet's letter at the end of this page.) A Fayette County resident since 1993, she has served as Fundraising Director for The Joseph Sams School and The Dixie Wing of The Commemorative Air Force, as Marketing Director for The Great Georgia Airshow, and for 12 years on the Fayette County School Board. Her compassionate, courageous advocacy for people with developmental disabilities and differences has touched thousands of families across our community. Janet and her husband, Michael, have three grown sons.

Terry Whitlock, a founding member of ExOps, has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the nonprofit organization, serving on the ExOps Board since 2002 and previously as President. His commitment to community support and advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities has greatly influenced the organization's mission.

Mary Giusti is a dedicated special education teacher for the Fayette County School System, where she actively advocates for students with developmental disabilities. A resident of Fayette County since 1991, she has also demonstrated her leadership by serving on the ExOps Board since 2013, contributing to community support and efforts through the nonprofit organization.

Steven Tyrrell is a Creative Director, Producer, Brand Strategist, and Designer with a background in media production and publishing. He has been a resident of Fayette County since 2006. As a leader in community support, he has actively contributed to advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities and has served on the ExOps Board since 2008.

Jenny Bellamy is a retired special education teacher. Over the course of her 21 years teaching in Fayette County Public Schools, she led several different special programs. Some of these include middle school and high school Autism Triad programs, as well as two school-to-work transition programs. She has been the lead instructor for the Exceptional Ops Summer Social Skills program for over 15 years. She has one adult child with a disability and has been a resident of Coweta County since 2014. She joined the ExOps Board in July 2024. 

Dr. Amor Kok is a longtime resident of Fayette County and originally from South Africa. With a strong commitment to advocacy, she served on the ExOps Board for 10 years and has since been recognized as a Board Member Emeritus. Dr. Kok is dedicated to providing community support through her counseling services for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

Welcome to Exceptional Ops (ExOPS)! These extraordinary times present exceptional opportunities for community support and to uplift one another. Established in 1986, ExOPS began its mission to advocate for families who have loved ones with developmental disabilities and differences. What started as an informal gathering of concerned parents in their homes has evolved into one of the premier nonprofit organizations dedicated to advocacy and leadership in Georgia. (READ MORE)

Janet Smola has been a dedicated resident of Fayette County since 1993, where she has made significant contributions to the community through her leadership roles. She has served as the Fundraising Director of The Joseph Sams School and The Dixie Wing of The Commemorative Air Force. Additionally, Janet was the Marketing Director for The Great Georgia Airshow from 2001 until 2013, and she spent 12 years as an elected member of The Fayette County School Board. In 2004, she took on the role of Executive Director for ExceptionalOPS (ExOPS), a nonprofit organization focused on advocacy for citizens with developmental disabilities and differences. 

Janet is married to Michael Smola and is the proud mother of three grown sons. Originally from West Springfield, MA, she attended Westfield State College, majoring in Psychology. She also obtained insurance licensing in New York, Connecticut, and Illinois, along with NASD licensing in New York, where she worked in the securities industry. Since moving to Georgia in 1993, Janet has dedicated her career to raising funds for nonprofit organizations, emphasizing community support for those in need.

In 2014, Janet narrowed her efforts exclusively to the mission of ExOPS, advocating for those with developmental disabilities and striving to enhance community support. Known for her compassionate and courageous leadership, she works tirelessly to build bridges of support throughout the community. Her advocacy has positively impacted thousands, making her a catalyst for exceptional opportunities in 2021 and beyond. After 25 years of dedicated service, Janet announced her retirement at the end of 2025..  Her contributions have profoundly benefited countless families, leaving a lasting impact on our area and beyond.