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Meet Our Leadership

We are godly, dedicated people passionate about sharing the love of Christ with children and families.

Mission and Vision

Mentoring Alliance exists to mobilize godly people into the lives of kids and families, to provide tangible help and eternal hope.

Who We Are

As a team, we strive to embody these core values in everything we do:

Christ Centered

We are laser focused on pointing people to Jesus.

Multiethnic

We prioritize diversity while pursuing oneness in Christ.

Biblically Grounded

We are shaped and guided by the Truth.

Grace Based

We treat people with the same grace God gives us.

excellence driven

We do everything ultimately for God – so we strive to make it great.

Leadership Team

Kevin

President & CEO

Kevin East

Compelled by his love for Christ, and desire to impact kids and families from differing backgrounds - especially those from hard places - Kevin stepped into the role of President & CEO early in 2013. Kevin is a graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary and Louisiana State University and has an extensive background in ministry, both in church and non-profit settings.

 

Likes: Working a chainsaw, mowing the lawn, date nights with Stephanie, cheering his kids on at their cross country races and everything about Christmas 

 

Strengths: Visionary, dynamic communicator, motivator, cancer survivor

Mark

VP of Marketing & Development

Mark Lamb

Mark has dedicated his career to relational ministry, previously working for organizations serving foster children and refugees. He is a graduate of Texas A&M University and Dallas Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Erin, have two daughters, one of whom came to their family through foster care.

 

Likes: College football, reading, traveling, hiking and making breakfast on Saturday mornings

 

Strengths: Strategic thinker, builder and justice seeker

Anne

VP of Programs

Anne Ferguson

Anne has spent her career in the nonprofit sector, focused on issues that impact children and families. She is a graduate of Baylor University and is a true Waco native. 

 

Likes: Baylor sports, cooking, reading, traveling and spending time with friends and family

 

Strengths: Strategic, problem solving, advocate, passionate

Chia

VP of People & Culture

Chia Pierson

Before going into ministry full-time, Chia served in the Army for 13 years as an engineer and project manager. She is a graduate of the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Chia and her husband, DeMarcus have three sons and pastor a local ministry.

 

Likes: Murder mysteries, joke battling with her son and doing ministry with her husband

 

Strengths: Critical thinking, developing processes and stand-up comedy

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Executive Director of Greater Tyler

Matt Edwards

Matt served in personal ministry for 20 years in healthcare settings in Chicago before moving to Texas and serving as the COO for a large Christian camp ministry. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Tyler. He and his wife, Karen have been married for more than 30 years and have two daughters.

 

Likes: Family, friends and meeting new people

Strengths: Leadership and encouragement

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Executive Director of Greater Waco

Amie Reynolds

Amie has spent her career in various ministry, fundraising and leadership roles. She is passionate about serving local kids and families. She is a graduate of Baylor University and is working towards a Masters in Public Service and Administration at Texas A&M University. She and her husband, Jonathan have four children.

 

Likes: Reading, running, sports and enjoying her kids' activities

 

Strengths: Leadership, strategic and hospitality

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Executive Director of Greater Abilene

Dr. Travis Craver

Launching our Abilene region, Travis brings more than 16 years of ministry experience, from youth to college ministry. He is a graduate of Hardin Simmons University and Baylor University. He and his wife, Caroline have been married more than 14 years and have two children.

 

Likes: Tennis and being active, traveling, family time, board games, researching church history and psychology

 

Strengths: Adaptability, critical thinking, strategic and includer

Regional Staff

Headquarters Staff

Cathy Faulkner

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT (PRESIDENT)

Mandy Caruthers

FINANCE DIRECTOR

Jennifer Comeaux

EVENT DIRECTOR

Steve Gardner

ART DIRECTOR

Susan Wommack

DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC GIVING

Brittany Sartain

MARKETING DIRECTOR

Rob Williams

OPERATIONS & IT MANAGER

Genesis Borens

MID-LEVEL GIFT OFFICER

Myriah Sloan

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Chase Nick

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Daniel Barrera

SOLUTIONS SUPPORT ANALYST

Josh Kilsby

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Kassi Freeman

RECRUITMENT COORDINATOR

Scotlyn Jones

DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Hannah Dunklin

MARKETING SPECIALIST

2024 Board Of Directors

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BOARD CHAIR, GOLD EYE CLINIC, OWNER

Dr. Dan Gold

JustinLindley

Board secretary, Ramey & Flock, Attorney

Justin Lindley

JetSchuler

Treasurer, Caregivers home health texas, co-owner, president/cfo

Jet Schuler

VictoriaCalderon

CROSS CULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS, LLC, FOUNDER

Victoria Calderon

KemiIngram

COMMUNITY CONNECTOR

Kemi Ingram

KenLackner

THE LMT WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP, MANAGING DIRECTOR

Ken Lackner

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PARK 4 CONSULTING

Roy Martinez

JimNipp

THE GENESIS GROUP, PRESIDENT

Jim Nipp

ThomasNeuhoff

HERD FAMILY OFFICE, CFO

Thomas Neuhoff

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Community Volunteer

Leslie Rhea

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FRONT PORCH COFFEE CO & BAKERY, OWNER

Zach Sheets

MeganTarrant

CLEMENTS FLUIDS MANAGEMENT LLC, CEO

Megan Tarrant

KenWaits

MEWBOURNE OIL COMPANY, PRESIDENT & CEO

Ken Waits

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