Kristi Leeper Board of Directors Kristi Leeper is a proud West Texas native hailing from San Angelo, who has made Midland her home for over 20 years. With 21-year career in education, she has served both as a teacher and an administrator, shaping both students and educators. Kristi’s passion for history led her to focus…

Sharon Cannon Board of Directors Dr. Sharon Cannon has more than 30 years of leadership experience as an administrator in nursing education and a director in the clinical arena. Her distinguished career reflects a lifelong commitment to advancing nursing practice through education, research, and health literacy.   A nationally and internationally recognized speaker, Dr. Cannon…

Donna Todd Board of Directors Donna Todd has lived in southeastern New Mexico for most of her life, spending over 43 years in Artesia. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s in language arts and reading. After retiring from public school teaching in 2014, she founded ByYourSide Teaching Services, LLC, collaborating with…

Joni Hires Board of Directors Joni Hires serves as the Executive Director of the FMH Foundation, where she leads strategic initiatives to support nonprofit agencies in the Permian Basin. Joni has a background in healthcare through her work with Pfizer, gaining valuable experience in pharmaceutical operations and patient advocacy. She holds a degree in Management…

Melissa Ware Board of Directors Melissa Ware has served as the Director of Education and Workforce Development since 2022. Melissa has been an active member of the Midland community for 29 years, serving as a parent, volunteer, and educator. She has served in various community roles, such as the MISD Values Project, Midland County Excellence…