2023 Young Professionals of Rockwall
2023 Young Professionals of Rockwall
Johnny Kirkpatrick IV
Chair Raptor IT Solutions, PresidentSarah Mathers
Community Outreach Patriot PAWS Service Dogs, Development CoordinatorGunnar Ledermann
YPR Advisory Committee Member Divine Peace Church Rockwall, PastorTravis Barton
Travis Barton State Farm Insurance, OwnerEthan Johns
Volkert, Inc., Design EngineerPaul Joyner
Vivint Dallas, Area DirectorLogan Lance
American National Bank of TexasEva Mackey MD
Gem MD, Owner/CMOHunter Redmond
Volkert, Inc., Engineer-In-TrainingDevin Smith
VCA Ridge Road Animal HospitalAutumn Wood
Volkert, Inc.Farrah Brabson
Children's Advocacy Center for Rockwall County, Director of Community Engagement and TrainingEmily Mumma
Legends Fit, General ManagerBibash Bartaula
Volkert, Inc.Erin Kincaid
Rockwall Heath Counseling, Owner, Clinical DirectorPhilip Lamar
Broker Brothers & Co., President & CEOAddy Gibson
Addy Gibson - RE/MAX Dallas Suburbs, RealtorJohnny Kirkpatrick IV
Chair
Raptor IT Solutions, President
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.
Sarah Mathers
Community Outreach
Patriot PAWS Service Dogs, Development Coordinator
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.
Gabbie Corletto
YPR Advisory Committee Member
State Farm - Gabbie Corletto, Agent
Gunnar Ledermann
YPR Advisory Committee Member
Divine Peace Church Rockwall, Pastor
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.
Rodney Allen
Special Products & Mfg., Inc., Methods & Systems Engineer
Travis Barton
Travis Barton State Farm Insurance, Owner
Serving State Farm customers since 2014. Born and raised Texan. I have made it my life mission to provide customers with a unique and different experience when putting together a plan to fit each individual need. My team and I lead with a servant's heart to find out what's important to you. We focus on auto insurance, home insurance, renters insurance, and everything in between. We focus on life insurance as well as commercial insurance. We service Rockwall, Heath, Fate, Royse City , and surrounding areas. We help with relocations to DFW area. We are deeply rooted in this community supporting Rockwall Chamber of Commerce, YPR, Helping Hands, Childrens Advocacy Center and much more. We look forward to being your first and last insurance choice.
John Beaman
Merchant Masters
Maureen Cook
Meals on Wheels Senior Services
Tommy Curtis
Regal Realtors, REALTOR®
Wendy Espinoza
Highland Meadows Health & Rehab, Accounts Payable
Lauren Goodwin
National Title Group -Lathram Pou & Associates
Ethan Johns
Volkert, Inc., Design Engineer
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.
Emma Johnson
Special Products & Mfg., Inc., Controller
Paul Joyner
Vivint Dallas, Area Director
Paul Joyner is a prominent figure in the home automation and security industry, known for his leadership and innovative contributions at Vivint East Dallas. With a background in business management and technology, Joyner has dedicated his career to advancing smart home solutions that enhance security and convenience for homeowners. As a regional leader for Vivint, he oversees operations, customer service, and strategic initiatives in East Dallas, ensuring that the community benefits from cutting-edge technology and reliable support. Under his guidance, Vivint East Dallas has grown to be a trusted name in home security, renowned for its exceptional service and customer satisfaction.
Logan Lance
American National Bank of Texas
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
Shawna Lazorko
Edward Jones - Shawna Lazorko, Financial Advisor
Edward Loar
The Baldwin Group, Advisor
Eva Mackey MD
Gem MD, Owner/CMO
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.
Meghan Mokry
Daltex Media
Gabriella Morales Alvarez
Volkert, Inc.
Israel Perez
Israel Perez Law, PLLC, Attorney
Hunter Redmond
Volkert, Inc., Engineer-In-Training
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.
Devin Smith
VCA Ridge Road Animal Hospital
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.
Amanda Torres
YPR Member
Autumn Wood
Volkert, Inc.
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.
Marisa Zitterich
Fisher & Zitterich Dentistry
Farrah Brabson
Children's Advocacy Center for Rockwall County, Director of Community Engagement and Training
Farrah Brabson is the Director of Community Engagement and Training at the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County (CACRC), where she is responsible for overseeing the Outreach, Training and Volunteer programs.
McKenzie Hammontree
My Computer Guy, Project/Account Manager
Emily Mumma
Legends Fit, General Manager
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.
Anish Reddy
Alpine Dental of Rockwall, Owner
Lyle Matthis
Blake Gunderson - Northwestern Mutual Rockwall, Financial Representative
Justin Klosterman
Blake Gunderson - Northwestern Mutual Rockwall, Financial Representative
Jose Pozo
Blake Gunderson - Northwestern Mutual Rockwall, Financial Representative
Chase Hux
Blake Gunderson - Northwestern Mutual Rockwall, Financial Representative
Bibash Bartaula
Volkert, Inc.
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
Erin Kincaid
Rockwall Heath Counseling, Owner, Clinical Director
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!
Delano Palmer
Cavender Nissan of Rockwall, GM
Grant Buckholt
Blake Gunderson - Northwestern Mutual Rockwall, Financial Advisor
Philip Lamar
Broker Brothers & Co., President & CEO
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!
Addy Gibson
Addy Gibson - RE/MAX Dallas Suburbs, Realtor
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!
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