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:
Leadership Team
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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
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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
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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
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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
MULTIMEDIA DESIGNER & PRODUCER
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
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Board secretary, Ramey & Flock, Attorney
Justin Lindley
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Treasurer, Caregivers home health texas, co-owner, president/cfo
Jet Schuler
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CROSS CULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS, LLC, FOUNDER
Victoria Calderon
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COMMUNITY CONNECTOR
Kemi Ingram
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THE LMT WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP, MANAGING DIRECTOR
Ken Lackner
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PARK 4 CONSULTING
Roy Martinez
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THE GENESIS GROUP, PRESIDENT
Jim Nipp
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Thomas Neuhoff
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Community Volunteer
Leslie Rhea
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FRONT PORCH COFFEE CO & BAKERY, OWNER
Zach Sheets
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CLEMENTS FLUIDS MANAGEMENT LLC, CEO
Megan Tarrant
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MEWBOURNE OIL COMPANY, PRESIDENT & CEO