Executive Committee |
Emily Kettlewell
Board Position: President
AFP Member Since: 2015
Company / Position: SPARK! / Development Manager
What I Love About AFP: AFP provides tons of opportunities for me to learn and grow in my career, and is a great way to get to know other like-minded professionals dedicated to non-profit work.
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Alicia Peoples
Board Position: President-Elect
AFP Member Since: 2016
Company / Position: Forest Forward / Chief Development Officer
What I Love About AFP: I love that AFP is a professional lifeline. AFP is one of few places fundraisers with all levels of experience and industry focus can network, learn, and build career long relationships.
Pronouns: she / her / hers
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Christina Moore-Salinas
Board Position: Immediate Past President & APF Now! Chair
AFP Member Since: 1999
Company / Position: M. Gale & Associates / Consultant
What I Love About AFP: My AFP membership affords me opportunities to grow my fundraising knowledge and learn and network with my peers which better equips me to serve my organization and my community.
Pronouns: she / her / hers
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Elizabeth Adams
Board Position: VP Administration & Governance
AFP Member Since: 2020
Company / Position: Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum / Director of Corporate Partnerships
What I Love About AFP: AFP continues to be an incredible resource to expand my fundraising skills and provides a meaningful way to connect and learn with industry peers.
Pronouns: she / her / ella
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Danielle Davila
Board Position: VP Professional Advancement
AFP Member Since: 2021
Company / Position: Evergreen Life Services / Director of Donor Relations
What I Love About AFP: I love that AFP is a group of passionate and professional fundraisers who are genuinely there to support one another if you are in need. Professional development, networking, and growth are vital within a philanthropy career and AFP does a great job at providing these opportunities while also encouraging you as an individual.
Pronouns: she / her / hers
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Hannah Garcia
Board Position: VP External Affairs
AFP Member Since: 2013
Company / Position: Sammons Center For the Arts / Director of Development
What I Love About AFP: Great fundraisers build a healthier community. Being a member of AFP connects me with other fundraising professionals so we can learn, grow, and commiserate with one another. Together, we hone our skills, strengthen our organizations, and positively impact our community in immeasurable ways.
Pronouns: she / her / hers
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Evan White
Board Position: VP Membership
AFP Member Since: 2022
Company / Position: Catapult Fundraising / Client Services Manager
What I Love About AFP: The opportunity to learn and grow as a fundraiser and to meet wonderfully talented professionals that share generously from their wealth of knowledge and experience.
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Ashley Watkins
Board Position: Secretary
AFP Member Since: 2021
Company / Position: North Texas Food Bank / Major Gifts Officer
What I Love About AFP: I enjoy the opportunities to network with peers and other fundraisers who are doing amazing work. I love learning and sharing new ideas and practices to enhance my skills and advance our missions.
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Manuel Mesa
Board Position: Treasurer
AFP Member Since: 2019
Company / Position: Mommies In Need / Chief of Philanthropy and Strategic Planning
What I Love About AFP: I enjoy the opportunity to learn from the various speakers, workshops, and conferences.
Pronouns: he / him / his
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Directors |
Darryl Atwaters
Board Position: IDEA Chair
AFP Member Since: 2022
Company / Position: Young Life / Global Development Director
What I Love About AFP: I love the intentionality and development opportunities that AFP offers.
Pronouns: he / him
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Ashley Edling
Board Position: Emerging Leaders Chair
AFP Member Since: 2021
Company / Position: Network of Community Ministries / Assistant Director of Development
What I Love About AFP: AFP provides a great balance between education and networking opportunities. I've met some incredible professionals and individuals who have provided guidance and comradery through various stages of my career!
Pronouns: she / her / hers
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Clayton Ellis
Board Position: Program Chair
Company / Position: Southern Methodist University / Director of Development for Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences
What I Love About AFP: The opportunity to connect with local fundraisers.
Pronouns: he / him
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Savannah Espiritu
Board Position: Communications Chair
AFP Member Since: 2021
Company / Position: Educational First Steps / Communications and Events Manager
What I Love About AFP: I love the opportunity to connect, grow, share experiences for the benefit of nonprofits and communities throughout Dallas and the world!
Pronouns: she / her
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Cameron Hernholm, CFRE
Board Position: CFRE Refresher Course Chair
AFP Member Since: 2004
Company / Position: Nexus Recovery Center / Chief Philanthropy Officer
What I Love About AFP: The professional connections and continuing education opportunities!
Pronouns: she / her
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Christine Heskes
Board Position: Scholarships Chair
AFP Member Since: 2021
Company / Position: The Lamplighter School / Associate Director of Advancement
What I Love About AFP: I love being able to connect with colleagues from all walks of life and backgrounds! AFP is a wonderful community to discover new ideas and share best practices, all with the goal to make a difference in the communities that we serve.
Pronouns: she / her / hers
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Diana Marquis, CFRE
Board Position: Executive Conversations Chair
Company / Position: DMGroupConsulting / Consultant
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Clint Riley
Board Position: Mentor / Mentee Program Chair
AFP Member Since: 2012
Company / Position: M. Gale & Associates / Campaign DirectorX
What I Love About AFP: I enjoy being part of an association that values professionalism, expertise, and education, and continues to train and mentor fundraisers. Over the years I've met many members who are smart, fun people I can rely on for support and who I learn from during every interaction.
Pronouns: he / him / his
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Michael Schwerin, CFRE
Board Position: DFW Philanthropy Conference Co-Chair
AFP Member Since: 2018
Company / Position: Community Lifeline Center / Executive Director
What I Love About AFP: AFP is a great opportunity to expand my professional knowledge and get help/advice from other fundraising professionals throughout the region. As a seasoned professional, I am excited to help give back to a profession that has blessed me over the past many years!
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Ashanti E. Williams
Board Position: Collegiate Chapter Chair
AFP Member Since: 2021
Company / Position: M. Gale & Associates / Campaign Associate
What I Love About AFP: AFP helps me prioritize my professional development. There are so many wonderful opportunities, at the local and global chapter levels, that allow me to take my skills to the next level and help positively shape the future of nonprofits in our community.
Pronouns: she / her / hers
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