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Jacquie Brennan, President
Jac Brennan is an attorney, as well as the Director of the Paralegal Certificate
Program at the University of Houston. Her interest in disability law started with her nine children, five of whom are adopted
and have different kinds of disabilities. Jac, her husband, and their four dogs -- Liberty, Justice, America, and Independence
-- live in historic Eastwood. In addition to her work with A Simple Thread, Jac is also the President of the Board of Directors
of Project DOCC and serves on the Board of Womenade of Houston. She serves on the Bioethics Committee of Texas Children's
Hospital.
Susan Glenn, Vice-President
Susan Glenn attended Baylor University, and marriage and motherhood happily interrupted her studies. She has two lovely
daughters, Jennifer and Kristin. She returned to college after raising her daughters, getting her BS in Psychology at UH-Clear
Lake, (on the same night as her South Houston High School 20 year reunion!) and 2 years later, an MA in General Clinical Psychology.
She didn't particularly enjoy psychotherapy, and Susan hates to spend time doing things she doesn't enjoy, and she now teaches
psychology at Houston Community College.
 Melissa Wethe, Secretary Melissa is a former journalist who became interested in helping the
homeless after years of writing about their plight in articles for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and the Houston
Chronicle. After leaving journalism, she changed career paths, graduated from Jac Brennan's paralegal course at
the University of Houston and worked at a prominent family-law firm in the Galleria area as a legal assistant. A native Chicagoan,
Melissa moved to Dallas in 2000 and on to the Houston area in 2008. She lives in The Woodlands with her husband David, daughters
Aryanna and Luci, and terrorist dog Ella.
Ariane Rothacker, Treasurer
Ariane is a Director at Sirius Solutions, a Houston based consulting firm, with years of accounting and finance experience.
Originally from New York, Ariane came to Houston by way of Atlanta, GA. With a desire to give back to the community, she
annually organizes The Smart Mouth Goddesses for an event benefiting the DePelchin Children's Center. In her spare time,
she enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with her friends and family. Ariane is very excited to be a part of A Simple
Thread.
Cathy Herrington Hale, Director
Catherine Herrington Hale is a fourth-generation Texan and attorney in Houston. Cathy
received her BA from Vesalius College, Vrije Universiteit Brussel in Brussels, Belgium. Upon returning from abroad, she worked
as a legislative aide in Washington, DC for Congressman Gene Green focusing on obtaining federal grants for Houston including
funds for The Coalition for the Homeless and various arts programs. Cathy returned to Texas and was graduated from The University
of Houston Law Center in 1998. She practices civil and family law in counties all over Texas and is the founder of The Herrington
Law Firm, PC. When Cathy is not lawyering, she enjoys golfing, playing league tennis, practicing yoga and mountain biking.
She serves on the Advisory Board for the Houston Council on Alcohol and Drugs, has represented the Texas State Bar Committee
on Lawyers Assistance as Chairperson, and regularly speaks to the University of Houston Paralegal Program. She lives
in Houston with her husband Hal, their son Hank, and their other loved ones Cubby and Dezzie.
Jessica Sellers, Director
Jessica Longoria Sellers is a native Houstonian and currently lives in North Carolina,
with her husband, Justin, and daugther, Andie. She has an BBA and a MEd from Texas A&M University. Before the move
to NC, Jessica was an IT consultant, as well as a high school computer teacher. Jessica's favorite volunteer work is
putting together and distributing Thanksgiving & Christmas baskets at her church, so she is very excited about A Simple
Thread. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, and participating in athletic events for various charities.
James May, Director
James is the Technology Manager at Hunting Energy Services. A graduate of Texas Tech
University, James is a mechanical engineer. He has several loves -- his motorcycle, his shelties, his house, all things science
fiction, fixing things, and of course, his amazing wife. Not necessarily in that order -- the shelties would have to go first.
Jan Whaley, Director Jan Whaley is a commercial real estate paralegal for Hughes Watters
Askanase, LLP. She has more than ten years' experience in real estate as a former Escrow Officer and Commercial Closer. Jan
also has a son who keeps her on her toes. When not working, Jan focuses on self-improvement, spending time with her son and
family, and finishing her degree, with hopes of attending law school
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Kimberly Wieberg, Director Kimberly is an entrepreneur and stay-at-home mom who is homeschooling
the family's three children. Through her photography business, Kimberly has worked closely with Jac Brennan on projects
such as Christmas at the Depelchin Center and A Simple Thread kit distributions. Kimberly is excited to serve with A
Simple Thread
 Lisa Martens, Director Born-and-raised in Southern California, Lisa Martens worked in the banking industry for many years before moving
to Houston in 1998 and starting a career in the private sector. For the last 9 years, Lisa has been employed
in the Oil and Gas industry with Champion Process, Inc. as a Accounting/Administration Manager in Houston, TX. Her hobbies
include pretty much anything outdoors -- including being the head cook for an all female BBQ cook-off team. With her
cook-off team, Lisa has been able to get involved with various charities and fund raising events, including Special Olympics,
Sunshine Kids, MS Society, Columbus TX FFA and the Needville Harvest Festival. She has also volunteered with the Dr. Marnie
Rose Foundation. Lisa is very excited to be a part of A Simple Thread, and to help Houston’s less fortunate at
the street level.
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Chad Wieberg, Director Chad is completing his Bachelors degree with the University of North
Texas. One of his fields of studies is non-profits. Through his studies, he has developed a strong interest in
non-profits such as A Simple Thread. For the past 15 years he has worked in the field of Risk Management.
Robin Mix, Director Robin Mix is a born-and-raised
Houstonian. She has been in the Oil and Gas industry for over 30 years, and is currently a Design Specialist for GE Oil &
Gas. Robin has been a volunteer for teaching ESL classes, and for the Houston SPCA. She loves cooking for her family, and
taking care of her three rescue dogs. Robin is very excited to be a part of A Simple Thread, and helping the homeless of Houston.
Sean Brennan, Director Sean Brennan works at Neighborhood Centers Inc., a company that
brings resources, education, and connection to the communities and surrounding areas of Houston. Sean works closely
with the at-risk youth as the Lead Youth Specialist in the youth program at the LaPorte Neighborhood Center. He is also a
student attending the University of Houston and majoring in Education. In his off time, Sean enjoys playing sports and
cheering for all Houston sports teams - yes, even the Astros.
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