MEET THE ECHO TEAM

The People Behind the Mission

At ECHO, our work is made possible by a dedicated team of staff members who believe every neighbor deserves the opportunity to move from crisis toward stability.

From connecting neighbors with essential resources to supporting our food pantry, thrift store, employment programs, events, and community partnerships, our team works together to make a meaningful difference every day.

Leadership & Administration

  • Iris Thurman

    Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director

  • Savanna Thompson

    Chief Operating Officer

  • Dian McElhaney

    Director of Finance & Administration

  • Nedi Gallardo

    Grants & Administration Manager

Resource Centers

  • Christian Trias

    Brandon Center Manager

  • Simeon Baxter

    Riverview Resource Center Director

  • Anthony Elias

    Brandon Resource Specialist

  • Kathleen Fannin

    Riverview Resource Specialist

  • Amarilis Hollins

    Brandon Welcome Center Coordinator

  • Brenda Garcia

    Riverview Welcome Center Coordinator

Advocacy & Housing

  • Daya Batts

    Advocacy Director

  • Amanda Powell

    Housing Specialist – Advocacy

  • Laur'Tina Johnson

    Brandon Advocacy Coordinator

  • Barbie Tufts

    Riverview Advocacy Coordinator

Opportunity Center

  • Dianne Horncastle

    Opportunity Center Director

  • Barbara White

    Brandon Opportunity Coordinator

  • Johanna Luna

    Brandon Opportunity Coordinator

Development

  • Annfae' Coburn

    Development Manager

  • Linda Maiben

    Development Coordinator

Marketing, Volunteers & Events

  • Kayla Vincent

    Marketing Coordinator

  • Debbie Smith

    Volunteer & Events Coordinator

ECHO Thrift

  • Annmarie Macaluso

    Thrift Store Manager

  • Presley Jacobs

    Thrift Store Assistant Manager