Guiding Our Mission, Shaping the Future

At Pursuit Center, strong leadership is at the heart of our impact. Our leadership and board is made up of dedicated professionals, community leaders, and advocates who share a deep commitment to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through their guidance, expertise, and vision, they help shape our strategy, strengthen our mission, and ensure we continue to provide transformative programs and services.

Together, we are building on our 75-year legacy and forging a future where every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

Our Leadership Team

Charles K. Njuguna

President and CEO

Annie Hunnel

Chief of Staff

Courtney Blackmon

Chief Financial Officer

Dimetrice Barnes

Associate Director of Residential Services

Camille Boudreaux

Deputy Chief of Staff

Damien Harris

Senior Director of Programs

Frank Higginbotham

Director of PursuitJOBS

Tara Keener

Director of Compliance

Ashley Stainback Kress

Senior Director of Development

Melissa Potterbaum

Director of Marketing and Communications

Sabrina Rather

Associate Director of Day Programs

Julie ‍Reyes

Senior Director of Human Resources

Kayla Rosenthal

Director of Day Programs

Teaya Smith

Director of Admissions and Community Outreach

Will Smith

Associate Director of PursuitJOBS

Allison P. Edwards, DrP
CHAIR

Assistant Professor
Cizik School of Nursing

Richard Rosenberg
FIRST VICE CHAIR

General Counsel
Heath Consultants Incorporated

Victoria Beard
SECOND VICE CHAIR

Director Marketing
Piper Sandler

Joseph A. Blount, Jr.
SECRETARY

Private Investor

Traci Arellano
TREASURER

Executive Director
JP Morgan Chase & Co.

John Buckley

President & CEO
Wilbur-Ellis

Kevin Davidson

Managing Director
Wells Fargo

Holly Dudley-Harrell, MD

Assistant Professor
Texas Children's Hospital

Joni Hruska Fichter

President & Owner
Career Placement, Inc.

Cathy Coers Frank

Co-Owner
Reunions by Class Act

Michelle Heinz

Community Advocate

Eric Nordstrom

Markel Insurance
Senior Claims Examiner

Jon Prather

Executive Vice President
McGriff Insurance Services

Hon. Elizabeth Ray

Retired Judge

Glen Shepard
PRESIDENT

President
Catalyst Financial Company

David C. Baldwin

Co-President
SCF Partners

David Cunningham

Managing Director
Moelis & Company

Allison P. Edwards, DrPH

Assistant Professor
Cizik School of Nursing

Shaheen Ladhani

Avidian Wealth Solutions

Lance Reynolds

Division Executive
Wells Fargo

Our Trusted Partners

Redefining Care Through Innovation and Partnership

Innovation thrives through collaboration. At Pursuit Center, partnerships with Baylor College of Medicine, Believe Dental, and Bloom Fitness help us redefine healthcare for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. By integrating healthcare, employment programs, and recreation, we provide holistic support that empowers our community.

Working alongside families, corporations, and healthcare providers, we ensure every individual has the resources to reach their fullest potential. Together, we are creating a more inclusive, connected future where opportunity is accessible to all.