Leadership Council

The ReflectUS Texas Program has created a Leadership Council, made up of local community and civic leaders. These women help to influence and direct the work of the Program.

Leadership Council members are residents of Texas who wish to increase the number of women in appointed and elected leadership roles in their communities. All of the council members are volunteers and represent various organizations and networks that serve diverse groups in Texas.

Additionally, the ReflectUS Texas Program supports the members’ political goals and ambitions.

"ReflectUS Texas has quickly become a place where all of those who are passionate about getting women elected can come together. We enjoy meeting on a monthly basis to learn about experiences, share our passions, and encourage women to run for office and seek appointed leadership roles. All are welcome in the North Texas Leadership Council. Si Se Puede!"

"It is an honor to serve alongside the many talented women in the ReflectUS Texas Leadership Council. Since early 2018, I've seen the growth that ReflectUS has made as an organization in an effort to empower the women in our community. I am especially proud of our Board and Commission Guides which provide a consolidated source of information that did not previously exist - removing a barrier to accessibility to encourage greater civic participation."

"As a member of the Texas Leadership Council, I've seen the growth that ReflectUS has made as an organization in an effort to empower the women in our diverse communities. I am especially proud of the work by our amazing interns and staff members in the creation of the Board and Commission Guides - they have helped many women seek appointments and begin their leadership journey."

Council meetings are scheduled for the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30 PM CST.

Meet the Texas Leadership Council

Ara Grimaldo, MSW (Co-Chair)

Aakankhya Patro

Amanda Arizola

Biviana Hurtado

Carmen Ayala

Denita Jones

Desiree Rios

Camila Correa Bourdeau

Logan Nevonen

Nancy Wallace, MBA, PMP (Co-Chair)

Kimberly Sawyer

Lisa De La Garza

Olga Martinez Hickman, PhD

Sarah Kim

Tracy Scott

Vanessa Martinez

Sandra Godina

Haley Ariyibi

Join the Leadership Council

Anyone interested in increasing gender parity in Texas political leadership is welcomed to join us! To join, contact Cecilia Silva, Texas Program Manager at [email protected].