Hilda Marcel is a native Houstonian. She counts it all joy to help others by sharing the love of God through word and service. 

She desires to affect change by challenging others to grow from hearers to doers using the 3 C’s of Life. She is actively answering her call to share Christ’s love and make disciples of all nations.

Driven by her commitment to developing a Community of Care, she founded LueWish, a non-profit organization that grants wishes to women who are experiencing life-altering issues due to cancer, heart disease, and domestic violence. LueWish seeks to inspire women to keep moving by living, loving, and laughing out loud in spite of.

Hilda holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and an Associate Degree in Theology from Life University. She enjoys serving the needs of others as a certified Professional Christian Life Coach and Board-Certified Mental Health Coach, where she helps others move from “doing” to “being” to fulfill their God-given purpose. She works as a Vocational Rehabilitation Trainer, helping those with disabilities enter the workforce. Hilda is a Chaplain and Suicide Prevention First Responder with Warrior Family Care Centers. She retired as a Sales Analyst from Shell Oil Products US. 

Hilda has one son Jonathan and four beautiful grandchildren. She enjoys reading, cooking, road trips, and dancing. Hilda lives by the motto: Don’t fail the love the test. 

Jessica Calhoun is a daughter, sister, cousin, and friend to many.  She has a passion for giving back and working with others.  Jessica is a people-person.   In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, shopping and traveling.

Jessica works for Shell Oil Company.  She has worked for Shell for over 30+ years.  During her tenure at Shell, she has held many positions related to Accounting, Finance, Sales and Project Management.   

Jessica graduated with a BBA from Stephen F. Austin State University. She received her MBA from the University of St. Thomas.  Jessica is a Certified Management Accountant.  

Jessica is a member of Windsor Village United Methodist Church.  She is active in the Greeter’s ministry. 

Meet Jamaur Barnes the heart and mind behind OOTR Consulting, LLC, where every partnership, project, and endeavor is guided by his philosophy of “Nothing for us, without us.” As the CEO and Chief Strategist, Jamaur is on a mission to empower individuals and communities by connecting them with the resources, opportunities, and events that address everyday challenges and complex issues.

With nearly two decades of career experience, Jamaur’s journey began at Prairie View A&M University, where he laid the foundation for his remarkable career. He brings a wealth of knowledge and insight, holding certifications and trainings from the Texas Education Agency and a diverse range of professional and cultural programs that continue to shape his work.

Jamaur’s extensive background spans leadership roles in education, nonprofit management, and community engagement, making him a trusted partner for organizations and agencies alike. For 15 years, he dedicated himself to educational leadership and training, leaving a lasting impact on Houston Independent School District, the 7th largest district in the nation.

His impressive client portfolio boasts names like YMCA, Baker Ripley, Harris County Public Health, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated, Prairie View A&M University, Goosehead Insurance, Teach for America, and Summer House Institute, among many others.

But Jamaur’s commitment goes beyond the boardroom. When he’s not crafting resumes, providing career coaching, or strategizing large and small scale community and social events, you’ll find him deeply immersed in community service through his involvement with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated.

With a genuine passion for people and an unwavering dedication to inclusivity, Jamaur Barnes is not just a consultant – he’s a catalyst for positive change. Join him on a journey to transform communities, one partnership at a time.

Sonya Troullier is the Managing Partner of Comprehensive Financial Design Group, where the principal focus is on financial planning strategies.  She is a Registered Investment Advisor, who believes the cornerstone of all investment planning is to acquire a personal, understanding of how each client’s financial necessities aligned with their desired lifestyle.  Having confidence in her abilities, she is able to assist her clients by implementing a financial strategy that can impart healthy investment decisions.

Sonya is passionate about the work of non-profit and charitable organizations. She believes in giving back. She loves the following quote that sums up her outlook on life. “Service is the rent you pay for being here on earth.” 

She has held several Board positions including Ambassadors for Christ and the Habitat for Humanity. She is also an avid volunteer and mentor with many local organizations. 

Giving back to the community has always been close to Maemar’s heart. As an Indigenous American woman and the daughter of a Venezuelan immigrant, her heritage shapes who she is and fuels her commitment to advocacy. Mae is especially devoted to Prison Ministry and has spent years supporting efforts to combat Child Abuse and Domestic Violence. These causes resonate deeply with her, and she is grateful for the chance to make an impact through her work and service.

Professionally speaking, Mae has spent nearly a decade immersed in Real Estate Investments, where she has discovered her passion for helping people navigate finding and financing real estate opportunities across the United States. She is driven by a desire to connect people with solutions that make a difference in their lives and build brighter futures.

Most recently, she took a leap of faith and launched her first podcast, “The Trust in Mae Podcast.” It is a space for sharing stories and fostering trust while connecting with others through meaningful conversations. Outside of work and service, Mae is an avid world traveler, novice Krav Maga student, favorite family auntie, and loves participating in outdoor adventures like hiking and snorkeling!

Felicia Young is a seasoned program manager with over a decade of experience in advancing educational initiatives, fostering community development, and managing complex, mission-driven programs. With a strong background in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and organizational leadership, she has demonstrated exceptional skills in building coalitions, overseeing advocacy efforts, and driving fundraising initiatives. Throughout her career, Felicia has consistently focused on creating collaborative environments that enhance operational excellence and ensure the success of the programs she leads.

Currently, as the Regional Coordinator at Family Scholar House in Houston, Felicia spearheads the launch of critical educational support services for single-parent and first-generation college students. She leads operational efforts, facilitates community outreach, and ensures effective program execution while working closely with stakeholders to align initiatives with organizational goals. Previously, as Senior Manager of Education, Training, and Professional Development at Metro United Way, Felicia managed large-scale youth programs, directed staff training, and spearheaded advocacy efforts that promoted policies to improve youth services across over 100 Out-of-School Time programs. With a passion for creating positive change, Felicia’s experience in program management and community engagement continues to drive her commitment to empowering underserved populations and advancing educational equity.

Felicia is a proud alumna of the University of Louisville and holds professional certifications from Cornell University and the University of Houston. She is also a wife and mother to three adult children.

Jamie Garcia is a Business Performance Advisor at Insperity in Houston TX. She aims to help small to medium-sized businesses maximize their people strategy with solutions around administrative relief, better benefits, employee compliance, and essential HR services. Jamie believes that when you take care of people, everything else will follow.

She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Houston-Downtown. Jamie is a native of Houston, TX, where she resides with her dog, Pretty Boy, and cat, Chloe.  Her pride and joy are her niece Zoey and nephew Charlie. She loves all things food and is always looking for new places to try. Jamie enjoys serving the community as a certified breathwork instructor, helping individuals strengthen their bodies and minds through the power of breathwork, cold exposure, and mindset practices. 

Leah Faul is an executive with experience leading teams of all sizes and skill levels in multiple industries — in-house, agency, and nonprofit. Her diverse entrepreneurial and leadership experience, coupled with her national speaking engagements on topics like Core Values, Business Growth, and Digital Marketing, allows her to offer unique perspectives and growth opportunities to organizations of all sizes.

Her primary work goals are to honor God with her endeavors, empower others to impact the world in a positive way, and to drive change by creating a team of leaders who believe in hard work, honesty, kindness, and aren’t afraid to ask questions.

As the past President of Houston Interactive Marketing Association, Leah led a team of Houston business leaders with a mission to grow local businesses and professionals with interactive strategies.

In 2015, Leah founded 15000 Cubits, a strategic SEO agency. She combined over a decade of marketing and business growth experience to cultivate a team with strong core values such as integrity, community, creativity, and purpose. The team thrives today, growing people and organizations by equipping them with the confidence, data, and partnership necessary to cut through the noise, get results, and stop wasting time with digital marketing that doesn’t get them to their 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year goals.

In 2018 and 2019, Leah focused her energy on the role of CEO at Ameritex Movers. Here she led the team to ask the tough questions and make the challenging moves that would set the company up for exponential growth in the future.

She seeks to grow companies, organizations, initiatives, and others that align with her values, by staying coachable herself. As a firm believer in constant growth, integrity, and hard work, she knows these things eventually shine through and always win.

After all, one must stand for something, or they will fall for anything.