Meet the Board
MaryAnn Comparin Jones
MaryAnn is a proud Texas native, devoted wife, and mother of four who has built her life around service, consistency, and strengthening her community. With more than two decades in the mortgage industry, she is known for her integrity, clear communication, and deep understanding of the families she serves. As a Board Member for The Tree of North Texas, she is committed to expanding the organization’s mission and supporting programs that bring stability and hope to those in crisis. Across all her roles, MaryAnn leads with perseverance, purpose, and a genuine belief in the power of community.
Cathy Mixson
With a 20-year career in education before retiring, Cathy also spent the early part of her career developing training programs for industry. She currently tutors students in reading and math for a local school district and serves on both campus and district education improvement committees. Inspired by her father—who volunteered as a mentor in a Title I school after retiring—Cathy joined the board of The TREE to advocate for the academic success of students from low-income households.
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Audrey Oliver
Audrey Oliver has been a licensed practicing attorney in Texas since 2013, graduating with her juris doctorate from Texas Tech University School of Law that same year. She currently serves as the Senior Director of Consulting at Praesidium, the national leader in abuse risk management services for youth-serving organizations. In her role, Audrey oversees a diverse team of more than twenty consultants—including social workers, attorneys, public health experts, and nonprofit professionals—who partner directly with organizations to help them operate the safest programs possible for youth and vulnerable populations. Audrey brings her decade of legal expertise, along with her deep understanding of organizational risk management, to The Tree of North Texas Board of Directors, where she provides essential legal insights and guidance.
Brandi Villegas
Brandi loves serving on The Tree of North Texas Board of Directors and giving back to the community she proudly calls home. By day, she wrangles teams, events, and sponsorships at Classic Chevrolet; by night, she’s usually planning the next big community project (or doing her best not to kill her houseplants). Her passion is making sure kids and families have every opportunity to thrive, and she brings equal parts heart, determination, and humor to every effort. Whether she’s organizing resources, rallying support, or simply sharing a laugh, Brandi is committed to helping her community grow stronger together.
Barbara Board
Barbara Board brings a remarkable record of leadership, including 17 years as a business owner in Houston and 22 years as the first Executive Director and CEO of the Christian Community Storehouse. Under her guidance, the organization grew from serving 50 families a month on a $70,000 budget to providing comprehensive care for countless children across multiple districts with an annual budget exceeding $4 million. Since retiring in 2022, Barbara has continued her mission of service as a Board Member and mentor for The TREE of North Texas, helping guide its growth with her visionary, strategic leadership. She credits every accomplishment to her faith and gives all glory to God.
Dave Brower