2023 Young Professionals of Rockwall

Having a fascination with technology at a young age, Johnny Kirkpatrick always knew that IT was something he was meant to do. He grew up in Commerce, TX.   While going to college he worked for the IT Department at the local school district.  He graduated from Texas A&M University – Commerce with a Bachelors in Computer Information Systems and a Masters in Technology Management.  In College he took many leadership roles in organizations such as Student Body President, Fraternity President, and Fraternity Alumni Advisor.  After Graduation Johnny accepted a position as a Customer Service Manager at an IT Firm in Dallas.  After a few years learning and excelling in the field, it was clear that Johnny was ready to realize his dream of owning his own company.  In 2017 Raptor IT Solutions was born. 

Originally from Philadelphia, PA, Sarah Mathers graduated from Iowa State University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Communications and Minor in Animal Science.  Upon Graduation, Sarah relocated from Ames, Iowa to Rockwall, Texas where she began working with Patriot PAWS Service Dogs, a National 501(c)(3) Nonprofit. Sarah currently works as a Development Coordinator with Patriot PAWS Service Dogs performing tasks such as Marketing, Advertising, Fundraising, Event Coordination, plus Volunteer & Community Engagement.  In her free time, Sarah enjoys spending time with her Labrador Retriever, Steele, and Flat-Coated Retriever, Bear, reading a good book, and trying out new local restaurants.

I love Rockwall; the Downtown, the Harbor and food scene are blessings, but the people make this place home. Working with local non-profits like Helping Hands, Meals on Wheels Senior Services and Kiwanis Club connects me with great volunteers and those in need. I enjoy working with the Rockwall Chamber of Commerce, the City of Rockwall and the Downtown Rockwall Association to help our community keep its small, family friendly atmosphere alive. My wife Marinda and three kids love the Texas sunshine and southern hospitality. After college, I went to Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary in Mequon, Wisconsin to finish my formal eight years of training to become a pastor. I graduated WLS in May 2016 with a Master of Divinity degree and was assigned to Divine Peace Church Rockwall.

They say if you can find something you like to do & something you’re good at, to combine the two & you’ll find your passion. I found mine for this industry back in 2008, by helping guide individuals & families navigate the ACA & being willing to keep up with the ever changing landscape of health insurance. In more recent years, my passion comes from taking a consultative approach with my clients; helping their business’s bottom line while simultaneously providing strategic & customized plan design solutions that help them attract & retain valuable employees at the best rates possible. I have years of experience helping other agencies become successful in doing the same which has led me to taking the next step into the role as agency owner.

Ethan Johns is an Engineer in Training at Volkert. He started as a Senior Inspector in the field, but now his responsibilities include scheduling and roadway design. Some of the major projects he has worked on are BMT 10/69 interchange in Beaumont, TX and CAPEX I-35 in Austin, TX. He graduated from NC State University with a Civil Engineering degree and is on his way to becoming a licensed professional engineer. Outside of work he enjoys traveling, concerts, and outdoor activities.

At American National Bank of Texas (ANBTX), I work with individuals and businesses to assist them with all of their banking needs. Since 1875, we at ANBTX have been committed to building relationships and delivering value-added expertise to help each one of our customers. As a commercial lender, I am not only your point of contact, but will manage and assist you with the following needs:

• Equipment Loans, Lines of Credit, Acquisition Loans, & SBA Loans.
• Commercial Real Estate Purchases and Refinances.
• Deposit Accounts
• Treasury Management, Trust, & Insurance Services

Contact Information:
American National Bank of Texas
2865 Ridge Rd.
Rockwall, TX 75032

Email: loganlance@anbtx.com

Eva Mackey Meyrat, MD has been practicing Family Medicine in the Rockwall/Rowlett/Garland/Mesquite area since 2004. Prior to opening her own practice, she worked for the Baylor Family Health Center of Mesquite. Dr. Eva’s dream is to provide high quality primary care that focuses on the needs of the patient and eliminates the bureaucratic hassles that plague our healthcare system. Dr. Eva strongly believes that quality care should be affordable and accessible to all patients regardless of their insurance status. She left Baylor in 2017 to pursue her dream and opened Gem MD.

Hunter Redmond is an Engineer in Training at Volkert. His daily responsibilities consist of roadway design and traffic control planning on several projects throughout the Texas area. He is originally from Van, Texas and received his degree in Civil Engineering from University of Texas at Tyler. He is known to spend most of his free time on the golf course. 

Dr. Devin Smith was raised in a small town outside of Waco, TX. For college, she attended Texas A&M University where she was granted early acceptance to the Texas A&M veterinary school as a junior in the biomedical science program. Dr. Smith has been in the Rockwall area and with VCA Ridge Road Animal Hospital, serving now as medical director of the hospital, for 4 years. She met and married her husband after moving to Rockwall in 2017, Tommy Curtis.

 

Autumn Wood serves as an Engineering Technician for Volkert in Rockwall, Texas. In her role she works on major complex transportation and utility projects to provide infrastructure designs that meet the growing needs of our communities. Most recently, she developed the utility relocation plans for city utility relocations along IH30 to clear the way for portions of the IH30 improvement efforts. Autumn is from Lindale, Texas and is a proud 2019 graduate of Texas A&M university. Autumn moved to Rockwall after college and is an avid outdoors person. You can find her hunting and fishing with her German Shorthaired Pointer (Willow) or golfing in the area.

Farrah Brabson is the Director of Family Advocacy & Community Engagement at the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County (CACRC), where she is responsible for overseeing the Family Advocacy program as well as the Outreach/Education and Volunteer programs.

I'm Emily Mumma, a fitness enthusiast born in California, raised in Rockwall. After studying Kinesiology at Dallas Baptist University, I volunteered with organizations like The Family Place and Voices of Hope.
 
Graduating in 2018, I entered the fitness industry, eventually becoming the general manager at Legends Fit in 2022. My story is about dedication to health, fitness, and community, emphasizing the power of determination and a genuine desire to make a positive impact.

Originally hailing from the breathtaking landscapes of Nepal, I, Bibash Bartaula, have proudly called Texas home for the past 14 years. Currently serving as a Project Manager at Volkert with 11 plus years of professional experience in various civil design of roadway projects. My journey in engineering transcends mere profession, fueled by a commitment to excellence, I thrive on overcoming challenges and devising innovative solutions. I am committed to the development of community and willing to make a meaningful impact by fostering collaboration, mentorship, and community engagement. And, by leveraging my skills and experiences to help create a supportive environment for young professionals, where they can thrive both personally and professionally. I am married to my beautiful wife Pinky Bartaula, and we have one year old son, Aarush

Rockwall Heath Counseling is a dedicated boutique size counseling practice with over 25 specializations and 60+ year collectively of counseling experience. Our focus is and will always be:
Therapeutic Excellence, Superior Care & Community Trust.

We are Veteran and Female Owned and Operated. 
We have served our community since 2011 when we grew from Rockwall Counseling to Heath Counseling and now Rockwall Heath Counseling!

Insurance Broker | Entrepreneur ? | Die-hard Cowboys Fan ?

I'm Philip Lamar, an insurance broker and proud business owner of Broker Brothers & Co. My passion is helping my community by providing quality and affordable health insurance to individuals, families, and businesses.

Beyond my professional life, I'm happily married to Halle, my beautiful wife! I bleed blue and silver as a passionate Dallas Cowboys fan. Whether in the office or at the stadium, I'm dedicated to delivering results and supporting America's Team. Need Health insurance? Let's connect!

As a RE/MAX® agent, I’m dedicated to helping my clients find the home of their dreams. Whether you are buying or selling a home or just curious about the local market, I would love to offer my support and services. I know the local community — both as an agent and a neighbor — and can help guide you through the nuances of our local market. With access to top listings, a worldwide network, exceptional marketing strategies, and cutting-edge technology, I work hard to make your real estate experience memorable and enjoyable.

I look forward to the opportunity to work with you. Please don’t hesitate to contact me today!