Tori White is an emerging leader at Veritex Community Bank and currently serves as its Vice President and Associate Market Manager. She leads her team with a generous heart and remains involved in the Fort Worth community. She initially became involved with LVTRise as a community volunteer and advocated for others to support and offer their services. As the current board chair, she looks forward to ways to continue to support the Las Vegas Trail Community.

Marcus Morris is currently President/ CEO of First Financial Bank, having worked for the bank since 2010. He graduated from Abilene Christian University, and later earned a master’s degree in finance and economics at West Texas A&M University. In his personal time, his family is the backbone of his life. He and his wife became a licensed foster family and has fostered three children and adopted one. Today, Marcus spends his time active in the local community and spending quality time with his family.

Roger Turnham is recently retired from a 40-year career in technology sales, primarily working with Fortune 500 companies selling enterprise-wide solutions for companies like Oracle, EDS and others. After growing up in Central Texas, he graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Baylor University in Finance and Economics and an MBA from the Cranfield School of Management in Bedfordshire England. Roger attends Watermark Fort Worth church and part of his goal with LVT Rise is to find ways for local churches to engage the community more meaningfully.

As a broker, public servant, and philanthropist, Michael Crain hosts a variety of qualities that help make him successful. Holding a B.A from Texas A&M’s Mays Business School, J.D from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law, and an MBA from The State University of New Jersey’s Rutgers Business School, his education is well rounded. Michael began his career in administration and public policy and gained valuable skills he uses in his real estate work today. Today Michael is a partner in Northern Crain, a local real estate agency, and current District 3 Councilman.

Anna Boulware works as Vice President of Sales for M-Pak, starting at the original M-Pak home office after graduating from TCU with a degree in communications. She brings a different perspective to LVTRise, and engages new audiences. Anna is also on the board for the Fort Worth Police Bike Support group and is president of the National Institute of Packaging, Handling and Logistics Engineers. With Texas roots, she currently resides in Fort Worth, TX, and continues to support her local community through leadership and engagement.

Graham Norris is a trial lawyer with experience you can trust and fight you can count on. As a former prosecutor with the Tarrant County District Attorney’s office, Graham has a well-earned reputation for passionate advocacy. He was honored as the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 attorneys for criminal law, recognized by Texas Super Lawyers as a Rising Star, and named one of Fort Worth Magazine’s Top Attorneys and a “Lawyer to Know.’ A strong advocate for LVTRise and empowerment, Graham brings that extra something that LVTRise needs.

Stephanie Jackson has built an extensive career working with FWISD for over 30 years. Starting out as a teacher with Lena Pope Home and Leonard Middle School as the Special Project Coordinator for Community Partnership, Stephanie coordinated the Vital Link program that served 3,000 students annually. She then served as the Director of Parent and Public Engagement. After leaving FWISD, she stepped into the role of Schools Manager for the Blue Zones Project. Stephanie is extremely active in the community, serving on multiple Boards.

A sixteen-year veteran of social services, Jari has worked as a Case Worker, Supervisor, Program Director and for the last eight years- as VP of Programs and COO at a major non-profit. Prior experiences include roles as a Vice Principal, a Translator, Program Manager and Job Developer both here domestically in the US, and abroad. Jari comes as a great addition the LVTRise Board of Directors, for his wide variety of experience and understanding of the non-profit sector, and how it should operate to be successful.

Ty is as an Employee Benefits Consultant at HUB International, where he is recognized for his expertise in public sector benefits and human capital programs. With a 12-year career in the public sector spanning significant roles at the White House Opportunity Council, the US Congress, and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Ty brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in policy and regulatory challenges. As a U.S. Army combat veteran of the Iraq War and a current member of the Texas National Guard, his military service complements his civilian accomplishments, providing a unique and valuable perspective. Ty lives in West Fort Worth with his wife, Alexa, and their three dogs, he is an active community member at Christ Chapel Bible Church.

Assistant Chief Julie Ann Swearingin, has been employed with the Fort Worth Police Department for more than 26 years. She is a graduate of Tarleton State University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice administration and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy. Swearingin holds a Master Peace Officer License and a Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Instructor Certification.

Rylee started working for Northern Trust in January of 2021, as a Senior Associate, she is responsible for assisting the team with all aspects of the business development process including identification of potential clients and generating new trust, investment, and banking business. She previously worked as an Investment Associate for the Fort Worth team. Rylee was born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas. She studied communications at the University of Oklahoma and played all 4 years on the Oklahoma Women’s Golf team. She was very active in the Student Athletic Advisory Committee and volunteered at the OK Kids Korral, a center for families of children undergoing treatment for cancer. After graduating from OU, Rylee competed as a professional golfer on the LPGA/Symetra tour for two years before joining Northern Trust. She is a member of the Junior League of Fort Worth.