Meet the Board of Directors
2026 Executive Committee
Rheanna Avila
WORK LIFE:
I AM A HIGHLY RESPECTED DALLAS–FORT WORTH REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL, TEAM LEAD OF THE RA GROUP, AND A TRUSTED ADVISOR FOR BUYERS, SELLERS, AND INVESTORS THROUGHOUT EAST DALLAS, INCLUDING LAKEWOOD, THE M STREETS, CASA LINDA, OLD LAKE HIGHLANDS, LAKE HIGHLANDS, RICHARDSON AND THE SURROUNDING DFW AREA. LICENSED IN TEXAS SINCE 2010, I BRING OVER 15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND A PROVEN RECORD OF MORE THAN 400 HOMES SUCCESSFULLY SOLD, MAKING ME A GO-TO EXPERT ACROSS BOTH PRIMARY AND SECONDARY MARKETS. MY BUSINESS IS BUILT ON EMPATHY, STRATEGY, AND DISCIPLINED EXECUTION. BEFORE ENTERING REAL ESTATE, I FOUNDED AND SERVED AS CEO OF A SUCCESSFUL EXECUTIVE AND PERSONAL ASSISTANT CONCIERGE COMPANY, SUPPORTING SMALL BUSINESSES AND HIGH-PROFILE INDIVIDUALS. THAT BACKGROUND LAID THE FOUNDATION FOR MY REPUTATION FOR WHITE-GLOVE SERVICE, PROACTIVE COMMUNICATION, AND METICULOUS ORGANIZATION. MY PRIMARY FOCUS IS HELPING MOVE-UP BUYERS AND SELLERS WHO ARE SIMULTANEOUSLY SELLING AND PURCHASING THEIR NEXT HOME—A NICHE THAT REQUIRES ADVANCED COORDINATION, STRONG NEGOTIATION SKILLS, AND PRECISE TIMING. I EXCEL AT SELL-TO-BUY STRATEGIES, HELPING CLIENTS MAXIMIZE EQUITY, TRANSITION SMOOTHLY, AND CONFIDENTLY STEP INTO THEIR NEXT CHAPTER. IN ADDITION, I WORK EXTENSIVELY WITH REAL ESTATE INVESTORS, ASSISTING WITH BUY-AND-HOLD PROPERTIES, RESALE OPPORTUNITIES, PORTFOLIO EXPANSION, AND LONG-TERM WEALTH STRATEGIES ACROSS A VARIETY OF PROPERTY TYPES. AS PART OF KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY DALLAS PRESTON ROAD, I LEVERAGE CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY, DATA-DRIVEN MARKETING, AND COLLABORATIVE SYSTEMS TO GIVE MY CLIENTS A COMPETITIVE EDGE—WHILE NEVER LOSING SIGHT OF THE HUMAN SIDE OF EVERY TRANSACTION.
COMMUNITY LIFE:
BEYOND REAL ESTATE, I AM A RECOGNIZED COMMUNITY AND BUSINESS LEADER. I SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE GREATER EAST DALLAS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INCLUDING LEADERSHIP AS CHAIRPERSON, AND AM A FORMER MEMBER OF THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF DALLAS. MY VOLUNTEER WORK INCLUDES THE RISE SCHOOL OF DALLAS, PTA BOARD SERVICE AT MY CHILDREN’S SCHOOLS, INVOLVEMENT WITH THE DOWN SYNDROME GUILD, AND ONGOING SUPPORT OF NEIGHBORHOOD AND EAST DALLAS COMMUNITY INITIATIVES. MY LIVED EXPERIENCE AS AN ADVOCATE HAS SHAPED MY ABILITY TO NAVIGATE COMPLEX SITUATIONS WITH CARE, CLARITY, AND CONFIDENCE.
HOME LIFE:
I AM THE DEVOTED MOTHER OF TWO SONS; ONE YOUNGER SON, WHO IS AN ADULT WITH DOWN SYNDROME AND AUTISM—I BRING PATIENCE, ADVOCACY, AND THOUGHTFUL LONG-TERM PLANNING INTO EVERY RELATIONSHIP. MY OLDER SON IS HIGHLY ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY AND A RECOGNIZED LEADER, REFLECTING MY FAMILY’S DEEP ROOTS IN SERVICE, INVOLVEMENT, AND LEADERSHIP. OUTSIDE OF WORK, I AM DEEPLY COMMITTED TO BALANCE, GROWTH, AND CONNECTION. I AM AN AVID READER OF PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH BOOKS, CONTINUALLY REFINING MY MINDSET AND SKILLS TO BETTER SERVE OTHERS. YOGA AND PILATES ARE MY FAVORITE FORMS OF STRESS RELIEF, OFTEN ENJOYED WITH FRIENDS—AN EXTENSION OF MY BELIEF THAT SUCCESS IS ROOTED IN WELL-BEING AND COMMUNITY. I AM A DEVOTED ANIMAL LOVER, PASSIONATE TRAVELER, AND ACCOMPLISHED HOME CHEF WHO EMBRACES A MACRO-BALANCED, HEALTH-FORWARD LIFESTYLE. IF I COULD BOOK A FLIGHT TOMORROW, GREECE, MEXICO, AND ITALY WOULD TOP MY LIST.
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
FOR BUYERS, SELLERS, AND INVESTORS SEARCHING FOR A TOP REAL ESTATE AGENT IN EAST DALLAS AND SURROUNDING AREAS; ESPECIALLY LAKEWOOD, THE M STREETS, CASA LINDA, AND OLD LAKE HIGHLANDS, I OFFER EXPERIENCE, HEART, AND A RELATIONSHIP-DRIVEN APPROACH GROUNDED IN TRUST, BALANCE, AND RESULTS.
Mark Ramsey
WORK LIFE:
I am the Owner/CEO of Business Solutions Technology. Focusing on Manufacturing of toner for printers and other office needs. We have been in business since 2009 and have been able to have a national footprint with 8 warehouses throughout the country in order meet our customers needs.
Earned BBA from Ole Miss 1988
Earned MA (Education) SWBTS 1992
COMMUNITY LIFE:
Board Member – 100 Men of Dallas
Founder/Board Member of Bryan Adams HS Athletic Booster Club 2016-Present
President/Board Member Dallas Little League Baseball – 2006-2009, served on the committee that was responsible for Building the Little League Fields at Winfrey Point
HOME LIFE:
Two Phenomenal “young adults” that are a gift!
-a Daughter who will be a JR at Midwestern State Univ
-a Son who has finish college and Owns his own Business
Love being out and about in East Dallas, a great patio, a great margarita with some live music, doesn’t get much better than that!
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
I was born and raised in a small town in MS., but have lived in East Dallas since 1995. I love East Dallas, it is a very unique place to live that affords us so much – Great Restaurants, Great People, the Lake, the Trails, it has to “feel” of a small town and that rare in a city like Dallas, we are fortunate to live in this area and I cannot imagine living in any other area of Dallas. What a GREAT place to “Do Life!!”
Rene Barrera
WORK LIFE:
AS A REAL ESTATE BROKER ASSOCIATE WITH OVER TWO DECADES IN RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE, I HAVE HELPED FOLKS AT EVERY LEVEL MEET AND EXCEED THEIR EXPECTATIONS IN THEIR HOME PURCHASING EXPERIENCE. I STRIVE TO PROVIDE AN EXCEPTIONAL BUYING, SELLING, OR LEASING EXPERIENCE THROUGH INTEGRITY, CREDIBILITY, AND TRANSPARENCY AT EVERY PART OF THE PROCESS. I AM APPROACHABLE, ATTENTIVE, SUPPORTIVE, AND SHARP.
COMMUNITY:
MEETING AND NETWORKING TOGETHER WITH NEIGHBORS AND LEARNING MORE ABOUT DALLAS’ AMAZING HISTORY, ART, ARCHITECTURE, REVERED SPORTS TEAMS, AND WORLD-RENOWNED DINING IS WHAT I ENJOYENE ENJOYS MOST ABOUT BEING A PART OF THE GEDCC. MEMBER OF ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CHURCH, KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 799, WHITE ROCK PARTNERSHIP, KIWANIS CLUB OF WHITE ROCK, PAST MEMBER OF LEADERSHIP METROTEX,
HOME:
MY LOVE FOR EVERYTHING REAL ESTATE, ENERGY, AND DRIVE ARE PRESENT IN ALL MY ENDEAVORS. SPENDING TIME WITH WIFE, JULIE, OF OVER 20 YEARS, OUR TWO TEENAGERS, AND TWO RESCUE FURRY BABIES, BOLT AND COOKIE ARE MY DRIVING FORCE. RUNNING, BIKING, HIKING, SKIING, CRUISING MY VINTAGE 65’ VALIANT, MOTORCYCLING, TRAVELING, AND DINING WITH FRIENDS ARE WHAT MAKE ME WHOLE.
E DALLAS FAVORITE:
WHITE ROCK LAKE IS WHERE IT’S AT! AS FAR AS ANYTHING EAST DALLAS “I LIVE HERE, I LOVE IT HERE, AND I CAN HELP YOU HERE” IS MY MOTTO AND I FOLLOW IT EVERY DAY. WE HAVE IT ALL HERE AND IT’S WHY I CALL IT HOME!
Staci Stovall
WORK LIFE:
I'VE WORKED WITH LAMAR, THE BILLBOARD COMPANY, SINCE THE SUMMER OF 2014, IMMEDIATELY AFTER GRADUATING FROM ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY. AFTER SEEING THAT MY DAD EXPERIENCED GREAT SUCCESS THROUGH BILLBOARD ADVERTISING FOR HIS REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE, I KNEW LAMAR WAS THE PLACE FOR ME. I LOVE WHAT I DO! I GET TO WORK WITH ALL TYPES OF BUSINESSES, INCLUDING SMALL LOCAL BUSINESSES HERE IN EAST DALLAS TO LARGER COMPANIES ADVERTISING NATIONWIDE. BILLBOARDS WORK! PLUS, THEY ARE ONE OF THE MOST COST-EFFECTIVE WAYS TO ADVERTISE. WE HAVE 1,600 BOARDS IN DFW ALONE. I'D LOVE TO HELP MAKE YOU LOOK LARGER THAN LIFE! LET'S SEE YOUR NAME IN LIGHTS!
COMMUNITY LIFE:
I LIVE IN EAST DALLAS ON THE EAST SIDE OF WHITE ROCK LAKE. I HAVE BEEN A PART OF THE EAST DALLAS CHAMBER SINCE 2023. I JOINED THE CHAMBER TO MEET MY NEIGHBORS I HAD NO IDEA THIS IS WHERE I'D MEET SOME OF MY CLOSEST FRIENDS & BUILD BUSINESS. THIS IS MORE THAN NETWORKING IN BUSINESS, THIS IS TRUE COMMUNITY. I AM THE CO-CHAIR FOR OUR LIVE LOCAL COMMITTEE, HELPING LEAD GEDCC EVENTS. I AM ALSO ON THE BOARD FOR WHITE ROCK CENTER OF HOPE. I LOVE THAT WRCOH SERVES OUR IMMEDIATE COMMUNITY IN THE WAYS IT NEEDS MOST - THROUGH FOOD & CLOTHING. I AM A BIG SIS THROUGH BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS & HAVE BEEN MATCHED TO MY LITTLE SIS SOFIA SINCE OCT 2018.
HOME LIFE:
I HAVE 3 BEAUTIFUL FUR CHILDREN. MAC (6) A RESCUE MIX, COCO (11) & CHANEL (12) YORKIES. I STRIVE TO READ A BOOK A WEEK. I LOVE WHITE ROCK LAKE, EATING AT EAST DALLAS LOCAL RESTAURANTS, & MOVEMENT.
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
EL VECINO, GOODFRIENDS, MCRAES, WHITE ROCK LAKE, WHITE ROCK ALEHOUSE, WHITE ROCK CENTER OF HOPE, GEDCC, WELL GROUNDED, EAST DALLAS MIDDLE GROUND
Chuck Kobdish
WORK LIFE:
I SERVE AS IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR OF THE GREATER EAST DALLAS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND CHAIR OF THE CHAMBER’S ARTS & CULTURE COMMITTEE. AS THE FOUNDER AND LEAD CHIROPRACTOR AT BACKMENDERS-CHIROPRACTIC WITH CARE, I HAVE SERVED PATIENTS THROUGHOUT EAST DALLAS AND THE GREATER DALLAS AREA SINCE 2008. MY WORK FOCUSES ON CONSERVATIVE, RESULTS-DRIVEN CHIROPRACTIC CARE DESIGNED TO HELP PATIENTS RELIEVE PAIN, RESTORE MOBILITY, AND MAINTAIN LONG-TERM FUNCTION WITHOUT UNNECESSARY TREATMENTS OR EXTENDED CARE PLANS. MY CLINIC PROVIDES SPINAL ADJUSTMENTS, SPINAL DECOMPRESSION, THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE, NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING, AND SHOCKWAVE THERAPY FOR BACK PAIN, JOINT PAIN, SPORTS INJURIES, AND EVERYDAY MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS. WHETHER ADVOCATING FOR LOCAL BUSINESS GROWTH OR HELPING PATIENTS RETURN TO THE ACTIVITIES THEY ENJOY, I BRING A PRACTICAL, RESULTS-DRIVEN APPROACH TO EVERY ROLE. CONNECT WITH ME THROUGH THE CHAMBER OR LEARN MORE ABOUT MY EAST DALLAS CHIROPRACTIC PRACTICE AT BACKMENDERS.COM.
COMMUNITY LIFE:
MY CHAMBER LEADERSHIP REFLECTS MY COMMITMENT TO LOCAL BUSINESS GROWTH AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT. I AM A CO-FOUNDER OF EAST DALLAS NETWORKING AND THE FOUNDER OF MEET EAST DALLAS, ORGANIZATIONS THAT CONNECT LOCAL ENTREPRENEURS, SMALL BUSINESSES, AND PROFESSIONALS ACROSS THE EAST DALLAS COMMUNITY. MY VOLUNTEER SERVICE INCLUDES BOARD LEADERSHIP WITH WHITE ROCK CENTER OF HOPE, THE FERGUSON ROAD INITIATIVE, AND ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL, ALONG WITH INVOLVEMENT IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION INITIATIVES.
HOME LIFE:
I AM A LONGTIME EAST DALLAS RESIDENT AND COMMUNITY LEADER. THIS COMMUNITY IS WHERE I HAVE BUILT MY PRACTICE AND MY LIFE, DEDICATING MY TIME TO STRENGTHENING THE LOCAL NEIGHBORHOODS AND SUPPORTING THE INSTITUTIONS THAT MAKE OUR AREA UNIQUE.
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
I ENJOY SUPPORTING OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES AND CONNECTING WITH THE ENTREPRENEURS AND PROFESSIONALS WHO DRIVE THE ECLECTIC ENERGY OF THE EAST DALLAS COMMUNITY.
2026 Board of Directors
Jenny Capritta
WORK LIFE:
As a seasoned REALTOR® with 30+ years of experience, I recognize the importance of buying or selling a home, not only financially but also emotionally. My utmost priority is to ensure a seamless and hassle-free process for all my clients. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned seller, count on me to be your trusted guide throughout the entire journey.
COMMUNITY LIFE:
As a board member for the White Rock Lake Foundation, we are dedicated to supporting the restoration, improvement, and preservation of the lake's natural beauty. Our efforts benefit both people and the diverse wildlife that call this area home.
Furthermore, as a Children's Miracle Agent for CMN Hospitals®, I have the privilege of making a donation after each transaction on behalf of my clients. This organization plays a vital role in improving children's health within our community.
HOME LIFE:
Embrace the beauty of serene lake walks, be captivated by awe-inspiring sunsets, and immerse myself in the charm of our delightful, independently owned eateries and stores. I also treasure time with my daughter Madison and her husband Thomas at their Midlothian Ranch, where horses Kanin, Niko & Deetle, a loyal Siberian husky named Oakley, and adorable cats Jack, Ivy & Granger reside.
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
Attending the Dallas Arboretum’s Summer Concert Series and movies at the Alamo Draft House.
Hon. Dan Micciche
Term Began 2024
Term Expires 2027
Dan Micciche is partner emeritus at the law firm of Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld. He has lived in Dallas since 1981, and has been a resident of Dallas ISD District 3 for over 25 years. He was first elected to the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees in 2012. He served as President of the Dallas ISD Board Trustees from 2016 to 2018, and has also served multiple terms as 1st Vice President and Secretary. Dan is a frequent speaker at school board events, neighborhood and community meetings.
Dan started and chaired his firm’s School Partnership Program with James W. Fannin Elementary School in Dallas from 2005 to 2012. The program won the State Board of Education’s gold level award for community partnerships in 2011.
Dan has received a number of recognitions for his work in public education, including the “No Kid Hungry” Award from Share Our Strength; “The Closing the Gap” Award from Leadership ISD; the “Voice of Children Award” from Children at Risk; as well as awards from the Texas State Teacher’s Association and the Ferguson Road Initiative in appreciation of his service to Dallas ISD.
Dan received his B.A. with highest honors from Stony Brook University, where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He received his J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School. He also received a master’s degree in Education Policy & Analysis from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Dan has been recognized by clients and peers in The Best Lawyers in Americafor 16 consecutive years; inChambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business for 20 consecutive years; in Texas Super Lawyers for 17 consecutive years; and as one of the best lawyers in Dallas by D Magazinefor 11 consecutive years.
Dan’s civic and charitable activities include serving on the Board of Directors of the American Red Cross Dallas, the Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce, and Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas. He also served on the Mayor’s Task Force on Ethics Reform, which drafted and recommended a sweeping ethics reform proposal that was adopted unanimously by the Dallas City Council.
Dan was also the former vice chair of Texas C-BAR (Community Building through Attorney Resources), a pro bono organization. In addition, he previously served on the School Finance Task Force of the Greater Dallas Chamber; the Board of Directors of the State Bar of Texas; and Comptroller’s Tax Advisory Group under three different Comptrollers.
Dan is a 1999 graduate of the Greater Dallas Chamber’s Leadership Dallas Program and a 1998 graduate of the Leadership Arts Program of the Dallas Business Committee for the Arts.
Dan served on his firm’s associate and counsel compensation committees for over ten years and also coordinated the associate and counsel evaluation process for many years. He also served as the hiring partner for the firm’s Dallas office for many years. He was the recipient of the firm’s first Partner Recognition Award for his mentoring of counsel and associates and the firm’s Pro Bono Partner of the Year Award. He was the 11th lawyer inducted into Akin Gump’s “Pro Bono and Public Service Hall of Fame” based on his contributions to pro bono and community service throughout his legal career.
Kelly Harris
WORK LIFE:
I AM OWNER AND OPERATOR OF HILLSIDE INSURANCE SERVICES. AFTER 20 YEARS AS A FARMERS INSURANCE AGENT, IN 2021, I LAUNCHED AN INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY. WE SPECIALIZE IN PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE FOR INDIVIDUALS AND BUSINESSES.
COMMUNITY LIFE:
I’VE BEEN A MEMBER OF THE GREATER EAST DALLAS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SINCE 2010 AND HAVE BEEN ON THE BOARD SINCE 2020. I’VE ENJOYED BEING INVOLVED IN THE LIVE LOCAL AND MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEES. I LIVE IN LAKE HIGHLANDS AND AM OFTEN RUNNING AROUND TO DIFFERENT KIDS’ ACTIVITIES, FROM SOCCER GAMES TO BAND CONCERTS AND THEATER PERFORMANCES.
HOME LIFE:
I’VE BEEN MARRIED TO CHRIS SINCE 2001, AND WE HAVE TWO DAUGHTERS, CHARLIE AND JOSIE, AND THREE PUPS, HAZEL, FRANKIE, AND SPIKE.
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
THE PEOPLE! I LOVE THAT EVEN THOUGH WE LIVE IN A BIG CITY, EAST DALLAS FEELS LIKE A SMALL TOWN.
Thomas Zepeda
WORK LIFE:
I AM ORIGINALLY FROM HOUSTON AND HAVE CALLED DALLAS HOME SINCE 2007. I AM A LICENSED REALTOR THAT HAS BEEN IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY HERE IN DALLAS FOR OVER 15 YEARS NOT ONLY ASSISTING CLIENTS BUY AND SELL HOMES BUT WITH CULTIVATING RELATIONSHIPS, PROVIDING SUPPORT, GROWING TEAMS, AND MANAGING MULTI-MILLION-DOLLAR REAL ESTATE COMPANIES. I TRULY UNDERSTAND THIS BUSINESS INSIDE AND OUT. I BRING A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE, BREADTH AND DEPTH OF KNOWLEDGE THAT PROVIDES UNPARALLELED SUPPORT AND CUSTOMER SERVICE TO MY TEAM AND THE CLIENTS THEY SERVE.
COMMUNITY LIFE:
I AM ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY AND FUNDRAISE FOR A NUMBER OF ORGANIZATIONS SUCH AS PULMONARY HYPERTENSION ASSOCIATION, LUPUS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA AND THE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY.
FAMILY LIFE:
I RESIDES IN EAST DALLAS IN LIL CASA VIEW WITH WIFE CHRISTINA AND DOG TRIXIE. I ENJOY GOLF, CYCLING AMONGST OTHER OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. I CAN OFTEN BE FOUND CYCLING AROUND WHITE ROCK LAKE AND THROUGHOUT DALLAS.
EAST DALLAS FAVORITES:
WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE LIVING IN EAST DALLAS! WE HAVE SOME OF THE BEST RESTAURANTS, PATIOS, AND COMMUNITY THERE IS. SOME OF OUR FAVORITE THINGS TO DO ARE TAKING WALKS WITH OUR PUP OR CYCLING TO LOCAL PATIOS FOR GREAT FOOD AT SOME OF OUR LOCAL FAVORITES OR ENJOYING ALL THE GREAT MUSIC THAT EAST DALLAS HAS TO OFFER FROM STARPLEX TO THE DALLAS ARBORETUM, DEEP ELLUM, THE GOAT, AND GOODFRIEND. WE TRULY HAVE IT ALL AND LOVE IT!
Steve Moore
WORK LIFE:
IT CONSULTANT
COMMUNITY LIFE:
I AM CHAIR OF GEDCC TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE, VICE CHAIR REAL PROPERTY COMMITTEE
PART OF DALLAS IT COMMUNITY, VOLUNTEER AT CHILDREN’S SCHOOL
BOY SCOUTS FOR OLDER SONS MATTHEW AND CHARLIE
HOME LIFE:
I AM MARRIED WITH TWO CHILDREN, ENJOYGOING TO LIVE BAND/CONCERT EVENTS, HOUSE REMODELING, VOLUNTEERING WITH KIDS SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
THE CLOSE KNIT COMMUNITY, MULTIPLE CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES
Jesse Simmons
WORK LIFE:
I've worked with Lamar the billboard company since Summer of 2014, immediately after graduating from Abilene Christian University. After seeing that my dad had great success with billboard advertising for his real estate brokerage, I knew Lamar was the place for me. I love what I do! I get to work with all types of businesses including small local businesses here in East Dallas to larger companies advertising nationwide. Billboards work! Plus they are one of the most cost effective ways to advertise. We have 1,600 boards in DFW alone. I'd love to help make YOU look larger than life! Let's see your name in lights!
COMMUNITY:
I live in East Dallas on the East side of White Rock Lake. I have been a part of the East Dallas Chamber since Summer of 2023. I had no idea this is where I'd meet some of my closest friends. This is more than networking in business, this is true community. I am the co chair for Live Local East Dallas helping lead the GEDCC events. I am also on the board for White Rock Center of Hope. I love that it serves our immediate community in the ways it needs most. I am a Big Sis through Big Brothers Big Sisters & have been matched to my little sis Sofia since Oct 2018.
HOME:
I love practicing yoga as often as I can at our local East Dallas yoga studio. I love patronizing East Dallas restaurants and have 3 beautiful fur children. Mac (5) a rescue mix, & Coco (10) & Chanel (11) yorkies. I strive to read a book a week.
EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
Dream Cafe, El Vecino, Goodfriends, McRaes, White Rock Lake, Las Favela, White Rock Alehouse, White Rock Center of Hope, GEDCC, EDN, Smoky Rose, Well Grounded, and Sosa's BBQ.
Kendall Scudder
Laura Porting
WORK LIFE:
I SERVE AS DONOR DEVELOPMENT MANAGER AT JULIETTE FOWLER COMMUNITIES, A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED NONPROFIT SERVING OLDER ADULTS, CHILDREN, AND YOUTH IN EAST DALLAS. I LEAD DONOR ENGAGEMENT, FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGNS, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS THAT SUPPORT FOWLER’S FULL CONTINUUM OF CARE — INCLUDING INDEPENDENT LIVING, ASSISTED LIVING, MEMORY CARE, AND AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING, AS WELL AS INNOVATIVE INTERGENERATIONAL AND YOUTH PROGRAMS.
MY WORK FOCUSES ON BUILDING MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS WITH DONORS, VOLUNTEERS, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO ADVANCE FOWLER’S MISSION OF CREATING BELONGING ACROSS GENERATIONS AND STRENGTHENING ACCESS TO COMPASSIONATE, HIGH-QUALITY CARE FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES AT EVERY STAGE OF LIFE. VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO LIVE, GIVE, OR VOLUNTEER AT FOWLER: HTTPS://FOWLERCOMMUNITIES.ORG/.
COMMUNITY LIFE:
I SERVE ON THE MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE FOR THE CHAMBER, SUPPORTING SMALL BUSINESSES AND STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS. I’M ALSO AN ACTIVE MEMBER AT ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH AND ENJOY SERVING WHEREVER I’M NEEDED—ESPECIALLY WHEN IT BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER FOR GOOD.
HOME LIFE:
I’VE BEEN MARRIED FOR SIX YEARS AND HAVE CALLED EAST DALLAS HOME SINCE 2017. THIS COMMUNITY HAS TRULY BECOME PART OF OUR STORY, AND I LOVE BUILDING A LIFE ROOTED IN FAITH, RELATIONSHIPS, AND SERVICE.
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
OUR LOCAL COFFEE SHOPS, THE OUTDOOR ESCAPES THAT MAKE THE CITY FEEL MILES AWAY—LIKE WHITE ROCK LAKE AND THE SANTA FE TRAIL—AND THE ECLECTIC ENERGY OF LOWER GREENVILLE.
Colby Cranford
WORK LIFE:
AS AN ESCROW OFFICER WITH LAWYER’S TITLE, I SPECIALIZE IN RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE CLOSINGS THROUGHOUT THE DALLAS AREA. I TAKE PRIDE IN PROVIDING A SEAMLESS, STRESS-FREE CLOSING EXPERIENCE FOR BOTH AGENTS AND THEIR CLIENTS. MY FOCUS IS ON COMMUNICATION, EFFICIENCY, AND MAKING EVERY TRANSACTION FEEL PERSONAL — BECAUSE FOR MOST PEOPLE, A CLOSING ISN’T JUST PAPERWORK, IT’S A MILESTONE. WITH YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN TITLE AND ESCROW, I’M PASSIONATE ABOUT HELPING MY CLIENTS FEEL CONFIDENT AND SUPPORTED FROM CONTRACT TO KEYS.
COMMUNITY LIFE:
I’M AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE EAST DALLAS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND LOVE BEING INVOLVED IN LOCAL NETWORKING AND OUTREACH EVENTS THAT STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITY AND SMALL BUSINESS CONNECTIONS. I ENJOY COLLABORATING WITH OTHER REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS, ATTENDING NEIGHBORHOOD INITIATIVES, AND SUPPORTING EFFORTS THAT HIGHLIGHT EAST DALLAS AS BOTH A THRIVING BUSINESS DISTRICT AND A GREAT PLACE TO CALL HOME.
HOME LIFE:
OUTSIDE OF WORK, I ENJOY SPENDING TIME WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY, DISCOVERING NEW RESTAURANTS, AND TRAVELING WHENEVER I GET THE CHANCE. I VALUE BALANCE AND BRING THAT SAME SENSE OF CONNECTION AND AUTHENTICITY INTO MY PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS.
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
EAST DALLAS HAS A SPECIAL KIND OF CHARM — IT’S GOT CHARACTER, COMMUNITY, AND A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING. SOME OF MY FAVORITE SPOTS INCLUDE WHITE ROCK LAKE FOR MORNING WALKS, GOODFRIEND BEER GARDEN FOR A LAID-BACK EVENING, AND THE DALLAS ARBORETUM WHEN I WANT A LITTLE PEACE AND QUIET. NO MATTER WHERE I GO, IT’S THE PEOPLE AND ENERGY OF EAST DALLAS THAT MAKE IT FEEL LIKE HOME.
Chelsea Callahan-Haag
WORK LIFE:
COMMUNITY LIFE:
HOME LIFE:
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
Advisory Board
Darlene D. Ellison
WORK LIFE:
COMMERCIAL LENDING, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, COMMUNITY OUTREACH, WOMEN IN BUSINESS FOUNDER
COMMUNITY LIFE:
LAKEWOOD SERVICE LEAGUE AND WOMEN IN BUSINESS PROGRAM FOUNDER, MENTOR- SMU COX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, MENTOR-ALLIANCE PROGRAM, DALLAS SPORTS COMMISSION-ADVISORY BOARD, WHITE ROCK PARTNERSHIP, BLOGGER “EVOLUTION OF SHE”, FRIENDS OF WILKINSON CENTER, AND MOMMIES IN NEED ADVISORY BOARD
HOME LIFE:
I AM A NATIVE EAST DALLASITE AND PROUD MOM OF ALEXA, AUSTIN AND BONUS DAUGHTER, ELIZABETH. ALSO, MOM TO GOLDEN RETRIEVER “BOND”. AN AVID YOGI, COLLEGE FOOTBALL FANATIC AND LOVE TO TRAVEL
MY EAST DALLAS FAVORITE:
WHITE ROCK LAKE AND ANY EAST DALLAS RESTAURANT PATIO
Brad Grist
Roger Perry
Board Member and Past Chair
214-663-5832
Email
Headmaster Emeritus
Lakehill Preparatory School
Not Pictured:
Susan Falvo
Fred Welsh
