Gary Skrel is one of the co-founders of the NCPF. He has been on the Board since its inception in 1998. His initial focus area on the Board was the successful renovation of the Northgate Gymnasium, which was completed in 2001. Gary is a Walnut Creek City Council member, currently serving as Mayor Pro Tem.

He is a professional engineer and founding principal with The Covello Group, Inc., a construction management consulting firm.