Dr. Jeff Jones President

Dr. Jeff Jones, a respected pastor at Hilltop Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC, has been appointed President of Southeastern FWB College, effective July 1, 2024. With over thirty years of experience in pastoral ministry and as an alumnus of SFWBC, Jones is well-equipped to lead the college into a new era of growth and opportunity.

Jones will be the seventh President of the college since its inception, succeeding Rev. Nate Ange. His primary goals include supporting faculty and staff, increasing enrollment, maintaining a strong emphasis on a biblical worldview, and developing the next strategic plan for the institution.

Jones expressed his gratitude to the Board of Directors for entrusting him with this leadership role. He is eager to work alongside the students, faculty, and staff of SFWBC as they approach a new school year. Jones is committed to the college’s mission of providing students with the best possible spiritual and academic training to prepare them for their calling in life.

As we look to the future, we believe that under Jones’s leadership, the best is yet to come for Southeastern FWB College.

Ken Cash College Dean

Ken Cash was born in St. Louis, Missouri, but spent his childhood in Columbia City, Indiana. He is a first-generation believer who earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian Education and Bible from Free Will Baptist Bible College in 1987. Ken and his wife Jayne have served in ministry for over thirty years, first in Tennessee and then in North Carolina.

Ken began serving as a youth pastor, where he was privileged to invest in the next generation. He continued in that role for many years before transitioning into the role of an administrative pastor. In this role, Ken’s love for people and skill in administration shone through. Eventually, Ken became a senior pastor dedicated to sharing the message of Jesus Christ with a lost world. In 2019, Ken and his wife were approved for missionary service, and they served in Bulgaria until late 2023.

Ken began the transition into the role of College Dean in January 2024, counting it as a privilege to invest in the lives of young men and women, as they train for a life in ministry. He will complete his Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies from Columbia International University next year.

Ken and Jayne are blessed with two daughters, Rachel and Rebekah, who are Southeastern alumni and two sons-in-law, Ed Goode and Jeremy Huff. As proud grandparents, their hearts are also filled with joy by their three grandsons.

Marc Holloman Academic Dean

Marc Holloman is the Academic Dean, Director of Assessment, and a professor of History, Science, and Education at Southeastern Free Will Baptist College. After graduating from Southeastern, he earned a Master’s degree in Education from Bob Jones University. Marc has previously served as a high school teacher and coach. As the Academic Dean, he is responsible for overseeing the academic programs and faculty of the college.

Marc manages the annual assessment plan of the college ensuring all stakeholders have current and historical data. Even with the administrative responsibilities, his passion is most fully seen in the classroom as he discusses the course subjects he loves to teach. The satisfaction of seeing his students learn, grow, and spiritually mature during their time at the college is the driving force in Marc’s professional life.

Marc, who has two daughters, and a son-in-law, lives in Princeton, NC, with his loving and encouraging wife. He occasionally chases golf balls around the golf course, but even a duffer sometimes finds the glory as his team earned victory at the 2018 College Golf Tournament. Marc is a history enthusiast and a Dallas Cowboys fan. He enjoys hiking in the mountains and traveling to meaningful historical destinations.

Joel Groce CFO & Consultant

Joel brings a wealth of experience in financial operations, leadership, and nonprofit management to his role of Chief Financial Officer and Consultant.

Joel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Guilford College, where he graduated with honors. Throughout his career, Joel has worked in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.

Prior to his work in the nonprofit sector, Joel had a 19-year career in managed healthcare and was responsible for all aspects of finance, financial reporting, human resources, and information technology. 

In addition to his professional pursuits, Joel has served as a church music director for 38 years. He has been married to Donna Ashley for 45 years, and they have one daughter and two grandchildren. Joel and Donna are active members at Hilltop Church in Fuquay Varina, where they serve in various capacities as needed.