Meet our Board Members

Fort Hood Area Habitat's board members are volunteers who come from a variety of backgrounds bringing different resources, and passion to lead in meaningful ways. Our Board of Directors operates independently of Habitat for Humanity International and in accordance with its own set of bylaws. The Board of Directors develops policy, sets strategic priorities, governs, oversees finances, and raises funds, among other activities.

Board Officers

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President, Matt McKinney: First Texas Bank

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Vice President, Allen Strickland: Southstar Bank

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Secretary, Gina Pence: Director Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce, President/CEO 

Affiliations: Festival Director at Harker Heights Food, Wine & Brew Festival, Congressional Veteran Commendation Board at U.S. Representative John Carter

Treasurer, Charles Blount: Centex Veterans Affairs

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Board of Directors

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Laura Segarra, Director: Homevets Realty

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David Williams, Director: City of Kempner, City Manager

     Affiliations: Mayor Pro-Tem City of Nolanville, City of Nolanville City Councilmember, Development District of Central Texas Board or Directors

Teri Champlin, Director: Bancorp South, Community Bank President 

Francisco "Paco" Valentine, Director: Retired, USDA 

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La Vonda Loney, Director: Principal, Ellison High School, KISD 

Kara Escajeda, Director: City of Nolanville, City Manager

     Affiliations: Registered Environmental Health Specialist

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Kenneth Cates, Executive Director: CEO Fort Hood Area Habitat for Humanity

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