A lifelong Texan and Texas Tech nursing professor, Kim brings a multi-faceted background in education, real estate, and nursing to her role. From pioneering the inaugural Women’s Soccer team at the University of Texas at Austin to holding leadership positions in healthcare, she embodies a spirit of excellence and service. In addition to her career and family commitments—her husband is an NFL alumnus and her children are athletes—Kim is deeply involved in her community, serving in various volunteer roles in Leander ISD and teaching Sunday school at her local church.

COO of the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Brittney brings extensive experience in business development, non-profit leadership, strategic communications, and community engagement. Her impressive career includes significant contributions to public relations, legislative engagement, and initiatives for organizations such as the Texas State Legislature, Texas Department of Transportation, Texas A&M Library System, Whole Foods Market, and Texas Children's Hospital, among others.

Arun Prakash, the CFO and a visionary force at The Boring Company, amplifies our mission on the advisory board for women in STEM, infusing unparalleled expertise and innovative spirit. His presence ignites our drive to elevate and inspire young women, charting bold pathways in STEM with financial advice and mentorship that breaks new ground.

Five years as Regional Superintendent for KIPP Texas in Austin and an impactful journey as a first-generation college graduate, Justin brings so much to the TTGS. His leadership and deep commitment to education, combined with his achievements and expertise, promise to significantly advance our mission for an excellent educational future for girls in Texas.

Carmen Champion is an art historian, curator, art advisor and fine art appraiser. She currently holds a full-time faculty position as Professor of Art History and Gallery Director at San Jacinto College, an institution consecutively ranked one of the top ten colleges in the nation by the Aspen Institute. Skilled in curriculum development, public speaking and student leadership she is well equipped to lead our community outreach partnerships.

Former Chief Academic Officer at Austin Achieve, Reece brings a wealth of experience in educational organizational growth and leadership. He is passionate about using technology and STEAM to enhance learning and equalize opportunities for students.

Dr. Tammi Perez-Rice, a renowned STEM educator from The Charles A. Dana Center at the University of Texas at Austin, known for her significant contributions in mathematics education and curriculum development. Her extensive background, from professorship at San Jacinto College to pioneering educational strategies for student engagement and success, makes her an invaluable asset to our mission.

Mitch brings 19 years of experience in special education. He is Managing Director of Special Populations for KIPP Texas, overseeing RtI, 504, and dyslexia services across over 50 schools. Currently pursuing a doctorate focused on co-teaching and special education funding, Mitch is set to graduate in spring 2026.

Professor of Materials Science and Engineering Education at Olin College, has been a pioneering force in higher education since joining Olin in 2001. He holds a PhD from UT Austin and played a key role in developing Olin’s unique engineering program and learning culture from the ground up. His research focuses on student motivation, self-directed learning, and the impact of educators' beliefs on teaching methods. Additionally, his work examines gender dynamics in STEM and supports curricular innovation through workshops and consulting worldwide.

Currently at Frost Bank Texas, Indu is a data scientist with her Master's Degree in Statistics, Indu and her husband are active in their Cedar Park community and she is the mother of two young children in the Leander ISD geographic boundaries.

Senior Cybersecurity Education Specialist at The University of Texas at Austin's Expanding Pathways in Computing (EPIC), Nicola creates and delivers professional development for cybersecurity educators, designs curriculum for CompTIA Security+ certification, and collaborates with state and national entities to promote cybersecurity education.

Andy is an experienced School Counselor at Meridian World School in Round Rock, Texas, specializing in the IB Middle Years Programme. Previously, he served at Pflugerville ISD from 2012 to 2022, where he supported middle and high school students and coordinated GT, AP, and dual credit programs. His expertise lies in student and individual counseling, helping students navigate their educational and personal challenges.