Board of Directors

Frank Leonardis

Board Chair - Hays County

Frank T. Leonardis is a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience in operations, management, and leadership. He began his career as a Section 125 Auditor with White & Zesch Administrators from 1994 to 1996. He then transitioned to GTE, where he served as a Facilities Assignment specialist from 1997 to 1999 before being promoted to Facilities Assignment Supervisor in 2000.

In 2001, as GTE transitioned to Verizon, Frank took on the role of Network Operations Manager, where he oversaw critical operations until 2006. His expertise in managing large-scale operations led him to join Ember Industries in 2007 as a Production Manager. His leadership and operational acumen earned him a promotion to Vice President in 2011, a role he continues to excel in today.

Throughout his career, Frank has been recognized for his ability to streamline processes, lead diverse teams, and drive organizational success. His deep understanding of both the technical and managerial aspects of his roles has made him a valuable asset in every position he has held.

Private Sector: Ember Industries

Alfonso Sifuentes

Vice Chair - Caldwell County

Private Sector: Central Texas Refuse, Inc.

Rene Flores

Board Treasurer - Williamson County

Rene Flores was first elected to Place 2 in May 2016 and re-elected in May 2019 and May 2022. He served as Mayor Pro-Tem from December 2020 to June 2023.

Flores works as Vice President-Commercial Lender with Amplify Credit Union and helps commercial real estate customers all over the state of Texas. He received his BBA with a major in Finance from Texas Christian University. Flores is a graduate of Leadership Round Rock and completed five years of service on the Round Rock Chamber board. He served as chair for the Investor Council, worked on the Leadership Round Rock Planning group and served on the Finance Council. Flores was appointed as a Commissioner to the Round Rock Planning and Zoning Commission and served four years prior to his time on the City Council.

He currently serves on the executive board of the Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area as Treasurer, Round Rock ISD Partners in Education Foundation Board, Central Texas YMCA Board, and serves as Secretary of the Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority board of directors. Flores previously chaired the Finance Committee for St. William Catholic Church where he and his family attend. He is past president of the Round Rock Rotary Club and currently serves as President of the Transportation and Economic Development Corporation for the City of Round Rock. He completed course work to obtain his economic development certificate from the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute.

Flores and his wife, Cynthia, have two children Cecelia and John Richard.

Private Sector: Amplify Credit Union

Leslie Abbott

Board Member - Williamson County

Leslie Abbott is the Vocational Rehabilitation Services Manager for the Rural Capitol/Brazos Valley Management Unit. Originally from New Mexico, she holds a master’s degree in vocational rehabilitation from the University of North Texas and has served in the State of Texas Vocational Rehabilitation program for over 25 years.

Throughout her career, Leslie has led initiatives expanding VR services in rural communities. She played a key role in launching Project Search in Brenham, partnering with Baylor Scott & White Hospital, Brenham ISD, and the Project Search National Office to provide job training for students with severe disabilities. She also worked with Texas A&M AgrAbility to help a rural farmer with paraplegia continue operating his farm through adaptive equipment. Additionally, she co-developed the iGROW Program, bringing career exploration and job training to rural youth in partnership with Texas A&M and local schools.

Leslie is passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities and ensuring they have access to meaningful employment opportunities. In her free time, she enjoys researching family history in old country cemeteries and creating decorative wreaths and garlands.

Steven Brockman-Weber

Board Member - Bastrop County

Steven Brockman-Weber, DNP, RN, MS(HSA}, FACHE, NEA-BC, CENP currently serves as President of Ascension Seton Northwest, Southwest, Highland Lakes, Smithville, and Edgar B. Davis Hospitals. He was formerly the Chief Nursing Officer of Ascension Texas; He is a senior executive with forty years of experience. Built on a strong clinical background, Dr. Brockman-Weber is known for his focus on quality and service outcomes. He has experience in community, academic, and children's health. He is a dynamic leader with vision, organizational acumen, and a record of accomplishments built on the ability to create relationships, produce results, and create growth. Dr. Brockman-Weber has excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the capacity to develop and execute strategic initiatives that create environments and culture conducive to the provision of high-quality patient care.

Dr. Brockman-Weber holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Systems Leadership, in addition he has master's degrees in nursing and health services administration, along with undergraduate degrees in nursing and business administration. He is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives, and is board certified in nursing administration through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and the American Organization of Nursing Leaders.

Dr. Brockman-Weber holds a faculty appointment at Rush University College of Nursing where he teaches in the DNP program. In addition, he is on the board of the Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Nurses Alumni Association, Chair of the Board of Directors for Cedar Park Regional Medical Center and recently completed a 4-year appointment on the National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice. Dr. Brockman-Weber in 2022 was recognized by Becker's Hospital Review as one of the 66 CNO's to know and in 2023 Becker's 153 hospital and health system CNOs to know. In addition, he is the distinguished alumni award recipient for the Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Nurses Association for 2022.

Marco Cruz

Board Member - Williamson County

Community-Based Organization: Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties

Sam Dowdy

Board Member - Williamson County

Sam Dowdy is a master plumber, entrepreneur, founder and visionary with more than 47 years of experience in the plumbing trade.

Sam completed his apprenticeship training through the Plumber’s Local 68 in Houston, Texas and earned his journeyman’s license at the age of 20. He continued to work diligently and acquired his master license in 1981, starting a sole proprietorship shortly thereafter. Working alongside his wife, Rhonda, Sam launched S&D Plumbing and grew it into a shining beacon in Central Texas.

S&D Plumbing currently employs more than 40 talented men and women who deliver exceptional residential service with a specialization in leak detection and repair.

Sam has won numerous awards for his work at S&D Plumbing including “Employer of Excellence” by the Texas Workforce Commission and “Plumber of the Year” from Plumbing and Mechanical Magazine.

Private Industry: S & D Plumbing

Woody Engebretson

Board Member - Williamson County

Community Based Organization/Veteran: Rotary Club of Cedar Park-Leander

Elwood (Woody) Engebretson was born and raised in Pelican Rapids Minnesota, the fourth of eight children. After graduating from high school in 1962, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, and retired after more than 20 years as a MSgt E-7. While in the Air Force he was stationed at numerous sites; Easter Island for one year, Tehran Iran for 2 years, near Oxford England for 4 years and several stateside bases; Lackland AFB TX, Greenville AFB MS, Offutt AFB NE, McClellan AFB CA, and Grand Forks AFB ND. His Air Force career field was Personnel Manager.

He graduated from Southwest Texas State Univ (now Texas State Univ) in San Marcos TX with a Bachelors Degree in Applied Arts and Sciences.

His ‘civilian’ work assignments: Travis County Juvenile Court as a Legal Assistant; Texas Incentive and Productivity Commission, Office Manager; Texas Workforce Commission, various duties such as Work Opportunity Tax Credit office, Contract Manager, RFP Development and Contract Manager with Child Care Services. He then was employed with Workforce Solutions Rural Capital as the Child Care Contract Manager.

He is single, and currently resides with his best friend, Becky Dement. He has five children; two sons and three daughters. His 10 grandchildren range in age from 35 to 9, with a 4 year old great-granddaughter. One daughter resides in Minnesota, and the remaining children live in the Central Texas area.

He is active in the Cedar Park community. He has been a member of the Cedar Park-Leander Rotary Club for over 14 years, is currently serving as the Club’s Sergeant at Arms and is also is the Youth Director. He has been a member of the Cedar Park City Library Foundation for 12 years, serving in several officer capacities. He is a member of the Cedar Park American Legion Post 911 and the VFW Post 8787. He enjoys reading, particularly historical fiction, playing golf, watching sports and spending quality time with friends and family.

Rhonda Estelle

Board Member - Williamson County

Rhonda Estelle has over 26 years of experience in Health and Human Services and government operations, specializing in social services programs, policy, design, and operations. She currently serves as a Program Manager for Health and Human Services, Eligibility Operations, Access & Eligibility, overseeing five supervisors and approximately 70 staff.

Throughout her career, Rhonda has played a key role in modernizing the Texas Eligibility system, improving access to benefits, and driving operational enhancements statewide. She has developed performance-related job aids, conducted policy refresher trainings, and coordinated regional conferences for staff at various levels. A graduate of the 2018 AES QUEST Leadership Academy, she is dedicated to mentoring and professional development.

Rhonda holds a master’s degree in psychology and a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Phoenix. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, shopping, and traveling. She is actively involved in her church as an Administrative Assistant to the Pastor and has a deep passion for service and mentorship. Rhonda is a proud mother of two and grandmother to her 13-year-old grandson.

Christian Fletcher

Board Member – Burnet County

Christian has been the Executive Director of the Marble Falls Economic Development Corporation since September 2011. Prior to that, he was the Executive Director of the Marble Falls/Lake LBJ Chamber of Commerce for 5 ½ years. Christian has degrees from Duke and Yale in academic disciplines only divinely connected to economic development. 

He and his wife, Kathy, are both natives of Marble Falls, and they have two sons—one who works in Georgetown and the other who works in Horseshoe Bay.

Megan Gandy

Board Member - Bastrop County

Megan Gandy was born and raised in Brenham, TX. She has a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from Houston Baptist University, specializing in Wellness Management. Megan moved to Bastrop in 2020 when she began working for the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce. This job provided her with priceless community connections and professional resources where she fell in love with the community. She is currently the Executive Assistant for TCS Mechanical. TCS Mechanical is a commercial mechanical contractor specializing in plumbing, process piping, pipe fabrication and mechanical services. 

Megan has a passion for serving her community whenever she can and enjoys growing the community and educational development role within her company. Megan and her fiancé, Bradley, recently welcomed a new baby girl, Ellie Ray, this February (2024)!

Becky Garlick

Board Member - Fayette County

Education: Blinn College Schulenburg Campus

With more than 25 years in higher education, Dr. Becky Garlick serves as Executive Dean for the Blinn College Schulenburg Campus. Dr. Garlick has a broad range of experience working with students who pursue academic degrees as well as workforce education programs. She works tirelessly with local business owners and community leaders to assist in connecting them to resources that they need to hire employees, obtain grant resources, or other necessary services.

Dr. Garlick graduated from Tarleton State University with a B.S. in Elementary Education and an M.Ed. in Education. She earned her doctoral degree from Texas Tech University in Higher Education Administration.

Mike Grant

Board Member - Williamson County

Susan Kimball

Board Member - Hays County

Susan P. Kimball is an accomplished project management executive with extensive experience in both the public and private sectors. Currently serving as the President/CEO of the Dripping Springs Area Chamber of Commerce in Dripping Springs, TX, Susan oversees all aspects of the organization’s operations and management. Her role involves implementing and enhancing internal systems to better support Chamber members, handling financial responsibilities such as budgeting and membership dues, and spearheading initiatives to increase non-dues revenue. Under her leadership, the Chamber has developed new programs to engage its members and maintained its brand identity to foster continued prosperity.

Before her current position, Susan was the Vice President of Membership at the Dripping Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, where she successfully recruited members and served as a key point of contact for businesses. Her career also includes significant roles such as Operations Manager in the Real Estate Division of the State of Florida’s Department of Management Services and Senior Operations Manager for Seagate Software in Boston. Susan’s academic credentials include a B.A. in English/Writing from Michigan State University and the I.O.M. certification from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management. Beyond her professional achievements, she is deeply involved in community service, holding leadership positions in various local organizations and committees

Private Industry: Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce

Jeff Light

Board Member - Hays County

With 20 years in the construction industry, Jeff has broad range of experience managing both commercial and institutional projects. As the Vice President & Division Head for the Hoar Construction Austin office, Jeff oversees all project and field staff and holds all team members accountable to meet and exceed the commitment to the client.

Jeff is a certified LEED Accredited Professional, ASHE Healthcare Construction Certified and an Associate Constructor from the American Institute of Constructors. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Science from Texas A&M University.

Private Sector: Hoar Construction

Margaret Lindsey

Board Member - Hays County

Ex Officio Board Member - Former Board Chair

Laura Lucas

Board Member - Williamson County

Laura Lucas currently serves as Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Chancellor’s Office at Austin Community College District (ACC). In this role, she provides leadership and implementation support for key college initiatives and maintains strategic partnerships that bring mutual benefit to the region and to ACC students. She is currently leading the college’s efforts to implement innovative new models in workforce education aligned to high-growth, high-demand industries such as semiconductor, mobility and infrastructure, and product management/user experience. Her previous experience includes extensive work in instructional design, curriculum development, and the intentional integration of instructional technologies to create engaging and effective learning experiences. 

She has also served as adjunct faculty at ACC, St. Edward’s University, and the University of Texas at Austin, teaching courses in Sociology, Mexican American Studies, Learning Frameworks, and Cultural Foundations. Laura holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Rice University, a Master of Arts in Sociology from the University of Texas at Austin, and she is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Leadership and Higher Education from St. Edward’s University.

Doug Mudd

Board Member - Hays County

Doug Mudd is a dedicated leader with extensive experience in community action and adult education. Since 2004, he has held various roles at Community Action Inc. of Central Texas, including Executive Director, Adult Education Director, and Adult Education Area Coordinator. In his current role as Executive Director, Doug provides strategic leadership, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and maintaining strong community relationships.

Before becoming Executive Director, Doug served as Adult Education Director, where he oversaw program development, compliance, and fiscal accountability. He played a key role in creating career pathways programs with local education and training providers. Doug's earlier roles included supervising and coordinating adult education services and providing instruction in literacy, ESL, and GED preparation.

Doug holds an M.A. in Communication Studies and a B.A. in Communication & Spanish from Texas State University. His academic background and research in instructional communication, conflict resolution, and multicultural relations have equipped him with the skills to effectively serve the community.

Doug's dedication to community service and his comprehensive experience make him an invaluable asset to our board.

Community-Based Organization: Community Action, Inc. of Central Texas

Tim Ols

Board Member - Burnet County

Tim Ols currently serves as the President for Baylor Scott & White Health Hill Country Region. Prior to his current role, Tim served as president and CEO of Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System, a not-for-profit health care system in Mattoon, Ill., where he led the growth and development of the system to a regional referral center. Prior to that, he served as Executive Vice President and COO of Greene Memorial Hospital, and then President of Southview Hospital, both in the Kettering Health Network in Kettering, Ohio. Ols has also served in leadership positions at Carle Foundation Hospital and Mercy Health Partners. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Tim holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social work and a master’s degree in business administration, both from Cleveland State University.

Tim is committed to his community and has volunteered for many different organizations. He has serves on the Marble Falls Chamber of Commerce as an Ambassador and on the Education Committee and is a member of the Passport Rotary Club. He led as the Heart Walk Campaign Chair for the American Heart Association in 2014 and 2015, raising money to fight heart disease and stroke. Ols was a board member for the Mattoon Area Family YMCA and executive board member and district chair for the Lincoln Trails Council of the Boy Scouts of America

Private Sector - Baylor Scott & White Health - Hill Country Region

Joshua Paselk

Board Member - Hays County

Josh is an accomplished business owner and industry leader with extensive experience in landscaping, construction, and general management. With a proven track record of building and growing successful businesses, Joshua excels in client relations, project management, and strategic leadership. His dedication to service excellence and commitment to continuous professional growth have positioned him as a respected leader in his community. Joshua remains dedicated to leveraging his extensive expertise in business management, landscaping, and real estate to drive service excellence and foster team growth. He is passionate about contributing to his community while pursuing both personal and professional growth. Joshua strives to lead by example, providing outstanding service and inspiring others through his commitment to integrity and leadership.

As the owner of Corridor Home & Commercial and Sagebrush Landscaping, Joshua oversees all aspects of operations, delivering customized outdoor solutions and ensuring exceptional client satisfaction. His passion for creating beautiful and functional landscapes has earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Best in Hays County award multiple times.

Joshua also brings a wealth of experience in real estate as a licensed Realtor with Keller Williams San Marcos, where he expertly guides clients through buying, selling, and investment processes. His deep knowledge of the local market and dedication to customer service make him a trusted advisor in the real estate industry.

Eben Riggs

Board Member - Williamson County

Eben Riggs is a senior Program Specialist for the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), where he performs analysis of federal and state laws governing employment and training programs. As a subject matter expert, he is responsible for developing agency policies and directives, with a focus on the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other Department of Labor programs. Eben provides high-level technical assistance and represents TWC in public meetings and interagency workgroups, working to resolve problems and improve program effectiveness across the state.

Eben brings over a decade of dedicated experience in the Texas Workforce Solutions system to his role as a Public Employment Representative. Prior to working with TWC, he held management, supervisory, and analyst positions within Workforce Solutions Offices in central Texas. This background provides him with a comprehensive perspective on workforce operations, from local service delivery to state-level policy implementation.

Public Employment: Texas Workforce Commission

Nikki Stallings

Board Member - Williamson County

Private Sector: NOV Wellbore Technologies

Lisa Stewart

Board Member - Williamson County

Lisa M. Stewart, MBA, CAE is the Chief Executive Officer at the Literacy Coalition of Central Texas, an organization that brings adult, family, and career education to Central Texas. She grew up outside Houston and moved to Central Texas in 2018 after working thirteen years in Washington, DC. As a life longer learner and avid reader, Stewart is passionate about literacy and education and believes that access and opportunity is essential for everyone.

Stewart’s role today elevates her passion for literacy and education by helping the Central Texas community grow, thrive, and achieve livable employment. Leading the Literacy Coalition of Central Texas, Stewart develops services and programing around school readiness, adult basic education, high school equivalency certification, career readiness, and job training. As an additional support to students, the organization also provides wraparound Social Service support for students.

Before taking on the role of CEO, Stewart served as the Chief Financial officer at Literacy Coalition, Connections Family and Individual Services, and the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer for the Institute for Higher Education Policy in Washington, DC. Her work has earned her recognition as a Non-Profit Finance Leader and was awarded the title of CFO of the Year.

In addition to being a CEO, Stewart also performs with the Designed to Dance company, volunteers at the Brauntex Performing Arts Theater, and is an active member of the International Thriller Writers Association.

Kyle Swartz

Board Member - Williamson County

An accomplished leader in human resources with a track record of success, Kyle Swartz, SPHR, SHRM-SCP has led a broad array of human resources activities among employees in several states in the United States and Canada. Starting in July 2022, Kyle has served as Sr. US HR Manager for Toppan Photomasks Round Rock, Inc. (TPRR) leading human resources activities and creating, delivering, and overseeing initiatives to rebuild the human resources team strengthening department output to support site key performance indicators. The Austin Regional Manufacturers Associated recognized these results, awarding TPRR as its Company of the Year (Medium Size) for 2023.

Previously, Kyle was HR Director of North America for Ferrovial Construction for 10 years, the civil engineering design consulting and construction division of Ferrovial S.A., headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Before starting with Ferrovial, Kyle spent a decade in key human resources leadership positions in the professional services and business-to-consumer space after serving in a variety of other professional roles in public relations, marketing, and business development capacities.

Kyle volunteered for two years to teach 4th grade students in Chicago, Illinois in the early 1990s, led Extol Stake Jam for three years starting in 2015, supported the Youth Ministry program at St. William Catholic Church, served in a parent committee for the Round Rock Independent School District and taught US History to 8th grade students while on a recent sabbatical in a public charter school, where his wife of 24 years and his daughters now teach. Kyle and his wife have four children and have lived in Round Rock, Texas since 2006.

Kwee Lan Teo

Board Member - Williamson County

Kwee Lan Teo heads workforce development for Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Austin, as well as the Taylor site that is slated to be ready in 2024. Kwee Lan was the VP of Talent and Workforce Development for the Austin Chamber of Commerce’s Opportunity Austin for about a decade before joining Samsung Austin Semiconductor to lead the company’s workforce development efforts in the Central Texas region. 

Since 2013, Kwee Lan had served as an Advisory Board member and panel picker judge for the SXSW EDU Conference. She is also a board member on the Texas Workforce Development Board of Capital Area since 2014, which the Board created its first Master Community Workforce Plan. As part of the Governor Abbott’s Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative, Kwee Lan has volunteered on the Texas Industry Clusters & Careers Task Force to help establish Texas as a leader in accelerated retraining programs and is on the Governor’s Workforce Policy Workgroup. 

She is a member on the Austin Community College’s Progress Report Task Force, and a Central Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) Member to address workforce and master facility needs. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she helped led efforts in workforce and childcare for the Opening Central Texas

Heather Watson

Board Member - Blanco County

Private Sector: H-E-B

Elva Zdeb

Board Member - Hays County

Elva M. Zdeb SHRM-SCP is a seasoned HR professional with a deep passion for giving back to her community through volunteerism. A San Marcos resident since 1997, she has raised a family in San Marcos and is committed to bettering the lives of those around her. With over 20 years in human resources, she has honed in her skills in talent acquisition, employee relations and organizational development.

She works for the student and staff at Gary Corps, the largest job corps in the nation, providing educations and skills attainment for students aged 16 to 24 years old.

She dedicates her time to causes that are close to her heart, such as supporting underprivileged youth and advocating for workplace diversity and inclusion. Committed to making a difference in the world, both through professional work and her volunteer work, she also leads a non-profit, the Sights and Sounds of Christmas, San Marcos.

She serves on the board of the San Marcos Chamber and is extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve on the board for Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area.

Educational Agencies: Gary Job Corps Center

Larry “Mike” Crane

Board Member - Williamson County

Employment Manager, Horseshoe Bay Resort

Larry “Mike” Crane is a seasoned Human Resources professional with over 36 years of experience in the HR field. For the past two and a half years, Mike has been a key member of the Human Resources team at Horseshoe Bay Resort, where he currently serves as Employment Manager. In this role, he leads the Onboarding Team and oversees the hiring and onboarding process for the resort’s diverse workforce—including 72 H-2B and 122 J-1 international team members. His office manages and maintains HR records for approximately 921 active associates and provides ongoing support for a wide range of employee relations and staffing matters.

Prior to his current role, Mike served as an HR Coordinator at Horseshoe Bay Resort, where he worked closely with department leaders to address evolving staffing needs and workforce planning strategies.

Before joining the resort, Mike held multiple leadership roles at Rural Capital Area Workforce Solutions. As Project Director, he provided guidance and training to staff across nine counties, ensuring contract compliance and the achievement of organizational goals. As Business Services Manager, he led a team focused on community hiring initiatives and staff development across the region.

Mike’s distinguished career began in the United States Army, where he served from June 1989 to May 2011. His military HR experience included roles as a Human Resources Specialist, Recruiter, Retention NCO, and Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of the General Officers Management Office. He also served as the Budget Reconciliation NCO with the U.S. Property and Fiscal Office, managing budgets and ensuring financial compliance.

Outside of work, Mike enjoys boating, fishing, hunting, golfing, and spending time with his family

Melissa Johnson

Board Member - Lee County

General Counsel & HR Manager, Polr Furnishings LLC dba Kaemark

Melissa Johnson serves as General Counsel and HR Manager at Polr Furnishings LLC dba Kaemark where she has provided strategic legal and human resources leadership for over eight years. With a solid foundation in commercial litigation from her early legal career at Winstead PC, Melissa has over 15 years of experience spanning legal practice, talent acquisition and corporate compliance. Her areas of expertise include contracts, compliance, HRIS implementation, employee benefits and workplace safety. Before joining Kaemark Melissa opened and managed the Houston office of a national legal recruiting firm. Melissa holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Houston and a Bachelor of Science from Texas State University. She is admitted to practice in the State of Texas.

Sean Miller

Board Member - Williamson County

Amy Payne

Board Member - Williamson County

With over 15 years of experience in the childcare field, Amy has worked in a wide range of roles, from infant and after-school teacher to program manager for a national childcare chain. Her journey has also included working as a nanny and running her own highly successful home daycare. Today, she proudly serves as the Owner and Director of Mrs. Amy’s Adventures, where she continues to bring her passion for early childhood education, family support, and high-quality care to the community.

Paul Boff

Board Member - Williamson County

Paul Boff is a dedicated educational leader with over two decades of experience in public education, specializing in Career and Technical Education (CTE), workforce development, and student success initiatives. He currently serves as the Director of Career and Technical Education for Jarrell Independent School District (JISD), where he provides district-wide leadership for CTE programming, workforce partnerships, and strategic growth initiatives. Under his leadership, Jarrell ISD has earned multiple Career & Technical Association of Texas Districts of Distinction awards, recognizing excellence in CTE. He holds a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Texas State University and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Agricultural Science and Animal Science from Texas A&M University. Paul currently serves as President of the Career & Technical Association of Texas, and a member of the Texas FFA Board of Directors.