Executive Committee |
Evan White
Board Position: President
AFP Member Since: 2022
Company / Position: Austin Street Center / Director of Advancement Operations
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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Michael Schwerin, CFRE
Board Position: President-Elect
AFP Member Since: 2018
Company / Position: The Salvation Army / County Director of Community Relations & Fundraising, Denton & Collin Counties
What I Love About AFP: Being a part of AFP is a great opportunity to expand my fundraising skills and get advice/help from other great fundraising professionals throughout the region. The network, skills, and training that I have gained since becoming a member have been a great asset to my organization and the community that I serve.
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Manuel Mesa
Board Position: Immediate Past President
AFP Member Since: 2019
Company / Position: The Philanthropy Blueprint / Principal
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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Tiffany Jackson
Board Position: Secretary
AFP Member Since: 2022
What I Love About AFP: Whether supporting emerging leaders, participating in engaging events, or contributing to initiatives that strengthen nonprofits, my involvement with AFP Dallas fuels my passion for giving back.
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Diane Blumin
Board Position: Treasurer
AFP Member Since: 2024
Company / Position: Grant Halliburton Foundation / Director of Finance and Operations
What I Love About AFP: I take great pleasure in being part of an organization where I have the opportunity to meet, learn from, and connect with colleagues within the communities we serve. Additionally, I value the chance to challenge myself professionally and deepen my expertise in fundraising.
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Shelly Gammieri, CFRE
Board Position: VP Membership
AFP Member Since: 2021
Company / Position: AJC Dallas / Director of Development
What I Love About AFP: As a lifelong learner, I love professional development opportunities at AFP!
Pronouns: she / her
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Christina Moore-Salinas
Board Position: VP Administration & Governance
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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Nikki West
Board Position: Mentor / Mentee Program Co-Chair
AFP Member Since: 2016
Company / Position: The Water Project / Major Gift Officer
What I Love About AFP: I love being an AFP member because it connects me with a community of passionate professionals, provides invaluable resources and development opportunities, and empowers me to make a greater impact through fundraising.
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Jamie Winholtz, CFRE
Board Position: VP Professional Advancement
AFP Member Since: 2014
Company / Position: National Park Foundation / Individual Giving Officer - Southwest Region
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Directors |
Nishi Badhwar
Board Position: New Member Orientation Chair
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Heather Ekre
Board Position: Communications / Social Media Chair
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Cameron Hernholm, CFRE
Board Position: CFRE Co-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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Meegan Honeyman
Board Position: IDEA Chair
AFP Member Since: 2025
Company / Position: The Firehouse Theater / Development Director
What I Love About AFP: I love AFP because it offers a true sense of community, support and fellowship. I have learned so much from both seasoned and new professionals, and each connection has strengthened my work and my passion for this field. Having been a member of multiple chapters, I have found that the support and camaraderie are the same no matter the location, which is what makes AFP feel like home.
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Faith McGown
Board Position: NPD Chair
AFP Member Since: 2021
Company / Position: United MSD Foundation
What I Love About AFP: As my development career has taken me to new states and regions, AFP has served not only as a professional resource but a starting point for new personal relationships as well. It is a tremendous resource for both professional and personal growth and well-being.
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Jillian Netherland
Board Position: Collegiate Chapter Liaison
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Kimberly Patterson
Board Position: Be the Cause Chair
AFP Member Since: 2003
Company / Position: White Rock Center of Hope / Sr. Director of Development and Communications
What I Love About AFP: My favorite thing about AFP is the fellowship. I have participated in our Chapter's activities for decades, now. Chapter programs helped hone my craft, and I've made some incredible friends.
Pronouns: she / her / hers
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Meredith Patterson
Board Position: Scholarships Chair
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Alicia Peoples
Board Position: DFW Philanthropy Conference Co-Chair
AFP Member Since: 2016
Company / Position: Peoples' Research and Writing
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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Jennifer Perez
Board Position: Program Chair
AFP Member Since: 2024
Company / Position: AT&T Performing Arts Center / Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
What I Love About AFP: I love being part of AFP because it connects me with a group of fundraising professionals who truly understand the challenges and joys of this work. It's inspiring to share ideas, learn from others, and collaborate to make a real difference in our communities.
Pronouns: she / her / hers / ella
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Scott Price
Board Position: CFRE Refresher Course Co-Chair
Company / Position: Methodist Richardson Medical Center Foundation / Development Officer
What I Love About AFP: The ability to network and build camaraderie with like-minded people who understand the day to day of the profession.
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Becca Gregory Segovia
Board Position: Executive Conversations Chair
AFP Member Since: 2010
Company / Position: GCS Partners / CEO
What I Love About AFP: I value AFP for the relationships and shared learning it creates across our profession. It's one of the few spaces where fundraisers and nonprofit leaders can step back from day-to-day execution, learn from one another, and strengthen the leadership practices that ultimately support mission and impact.
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Ben Thomas
Board Position: Emerging Leaders Chair
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Lauren Vaughan
Board Position: Mentor / Mentee Program Chair
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