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LVTRISE Staff

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PAIGE CHARBONNET

Executive Director

In 2017, a group of community advocates gathered to discuss the state of West Fort Worth, specifically, the Las Vegas Trail community. Paige Charbonnet

was a part of the original group who identified the opportunity to transform the community.  Shortly after those conversations, the LVTRise 501c3 was formed.

In the years since, Ms. Charbonnet has served at almost every level in the organization as a tireless advocate and organizer. Prepared to begin her term as Board Chair in 2023, an opportunity arose to formalize her role at the organization in the Spring of 2022. In June 2022, the LVTRise Board proudly announced that Ms. Charbonnet would be serving as its new Executive Director.

“I have been committed to this community since the beginning. We’ve made incredible progress and I’ll continue to look at new and different partners and opportunities to expand the service options in this community. The years ahead will be productive, and we will continue to make a difference for those who call LVT home,” said Paige.

Ms. Charbonnet is a graduate of Baylor University with a degree in Psychology. She lives in Fort Worth with her husband Jason and their two children.

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ASHLEY MORTIMER

Program Director

Ashley Mortimer has become the friendly face many Las Vegas Trail residents look for in their community. With a BA in Criminal Justice & Criminology from the  

University of Texas at Arlington, she fell into the non-profit sector prior to graduating and has not left since. Previously having worked at the non-profit UnBound, an organization that fights human trafficking, Ashley brings her well-rounded knowledge and dedication to positively impact lives. Whether it's meeting with community partners to potentially bring programs to the Las Vegas Trail area, visiting with kids after school, or distributing food at the food pantry, she does it all. Ashley is proud to have been with LVTRise through its many stages and growth, and as Program Director, is excited to see what the next phases will bring.

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Ty Stimpson is a native of Tarrant County, and is currently an Assistant Criminal District Attorney with the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office. He is responsible for investigating and prosecuting individuals with the highest risk of recidivism involving family violence offenses. Stimpson is an active member of the Tarrant County Bar Association, Rotary Club of Downtown Fort Worth, former chair of the Criminal Justice Committee of the City of Fort Worth Race and Culture Task Force, and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.

TY STIMPSON

Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office
Assistant Criminal District Attorney
Board President

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MARCUS MORRIS

First Financial Bank
President & CEO

Board Treasurer

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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.

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SHANNON ROSEDALE

Catholic Charities- Fort Worth
Policy Research Specialist 

Board Secretary

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Shannon Rosedale is currently the Policy and Research Specialist at Catholic Charities Fort Worth. Her job focuses on intersecting public policy, community development, research, and social services. Her background in social work brought her to Fort Worth five years ago, and she has loved ever moment since. In 2018, she helped design and operate the original LVTRise Mobile Community Center, and later moved to District 3 to continue supporting the initiatives. She plays an active role in the success of LVTRise.

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DR. BRIAN BYRD

Texas Family Medicine
Owner

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Brian Byrd grew up in Fort Worth and loves his city. Professionally, he is a physician and entrepreneur, founding Texas Hospice in 2007. Brian is the former Fort Worth District 3 City Councilman and spearheaded a city-wide effort to revitalize the Las Vegas Trail area. He is married to Stephanie who is the COO of UnBound, an international anti-human trafficking agency. They have three grown children.

CHRIS STOLARZYK

United Way of Tarrant County

Corporate Relations Manager

Chris Stolarzyk
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Chris Stolarzyk holds amble experience in gaining traction and initiating success in the non-profit sector. As Corporate Relations Manager for United Way of Tarrant County, Chris brings various skills to LVTRise including legislative relations, public speaking and engagement, and management of non-profits. Having served as the Associate Director of Fund Development for Catholic Charities in Fort Worth, Chris actively seeks out his local community to influence positive growth. Chris is an active member of Steer Fort Worth, and now serves as President-Elect.

COUNCILMAN MICHAEL CRAIN

City of Fort Worth
District 3 Councilman

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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

M-Pak

Vice President of Sales

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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. 

Sparks Law

Lawyer

GRAHAM NORRIS

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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

Blue Zones

Director of Strategic Partnerships

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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.

JARI MEMA

Catholic Charities- Dallas

Chief Operating Officer

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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. 

JOHAMNA HERNANDEZ

Leadership ISD

Program Manager

Johamma Hernandez
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Johamna might not be a local to Fort Worth, but she undeniably has made waves in the local community. She started her career as a classroom teacher in Buffalo, NY. Soon after teaching she joined the staff at Teach For America. Since then, she has worked on education policy as an Urban Leaders Fellow and has worked on several campaigns committed to advancing racial equity in education. Johamna now serves as the Assistant Director of Programs in Tarrant County for Leadership ISD, striving to achieve educational equity & excellence for all students.

Ty Petty

TY PETTY

U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development

Public Affairs Officer (Non-Voting Member)

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Ty Petty is the regional lead for the Opportunity Zone initiative at the U.S Department of Housing and Management. Prior to joining HUD, Ty worked on the Hurricane Harvey recovery team at the Texas General Land Office, for the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Texas House of Representatives. He also owned his own consulting business. Ty is a proud graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He served 5 years on active duty in the United States Army and continues to serve as an Officer in the Texas Army National Guard.

Al Silva

AL SILVA

Marcus & Millichap

Senior Managing Director Investments and Executive Director of the Multi Housing Division

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Al Silva founded and directs the Silva Multifamily Team in the execution of multifamily investment sales in the Dallas/Fort Worth. He has personally completed the successful marketing and sale of over $1.8 billion in multifamily communities totaling 31,000 units. Al earned a BBA in Finance from Texas A&M University and graduated in 2003. He is a member of the Apartment Association of Tarrant County, University Christian Church and is a devoted husband and proud father of 3 children.

Julie Swearingin

JULIE SWEARINGIN

Fort Worth Police Department
Assistant Chief

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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.

Veritex Community Bank
Vice President and Associate Market Manager

TORI WHITE

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Tori White is an emerging leader at Veritex Community Bank and currently serves as its vice president and associate market manager.  As a member of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, White built a relationship with LVTRise as a volunteer at the Food Pantry and coordinated opportunities for other Fort Worth Veritex Bank employees to get involved at LVTRise.

Felipe Gutierrez

FELIPE GUTIERREZ

One Safe Place
Vice President of Development & Engagement

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​Felipe Gutierrez, EMBA, is vice president of development & engagement for

One Safe Place.  Previously, Gutierrez was with AT&T for almost 17 years where he served as a labor relations leader with the Communication Workers of America. Gutierrez serves on the city of Fort Worth Human Relations Commission and volunteers as a member of the FWPD Advisory Board.

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