2025 Young Professionals of Rockwall

Sheila Hair, President and co-owner of My Computer Guy, graduated from Texas Christian University in 1994, with degrees in Communication and Marketing. Bill and Sheila have been married since July 9,1994, and have a daughter, Grace who attends Dallas College Eastfield Campus. She has one dog and one cat and enjoys walking, running, reading and riding horses.  We moved to Rockwall in August 1999 and have been active member of LakePointe church and other local organizations since moving to the area.

Barbara Wilks is a Texas native that move to Heath in 1985.  She started her career as a Travel Consultant in Dallas in 1976.  Travel Directions opened in April 1985 and has been helping clients plan their perfect vacation for 36 years. Barbara's goal is to make the entire process easy for you from start to finish.  Not only does she help you plan your trip, but she also supports you during your travels should you need assistance.

Jan Kelley is a Top Producing Agent with a strong track record of success who began her career in Real Estate in 2011. Jan initially focused on working with buyers to find their perfect home in the right neighborhood for their unique needs and lifestyle. She further expanded her expertise to sales to help owners market their properties and achieve the best return. She was so successful, she began coaching and training other agents. In 2019 to be able to serve all of her clients Real Estate needs she added Commercial Real Estate services. Specializing in residential and commercial leases, purchases and listing sales in the Northeast Dallas Metroplex, Jan knows the market well and offers excellent support, resources and guidance for those seeking or selling homes or commercial property. 

Serving the Rockwall/Royse City Community for over 2 years with alternative health coverage plans.  Not only do I sell health coverage plans, but I remain available to help service the customer.  In 2016 USHEALTH Advisors was named Insurance Company of the Year. Our unique portfolio of coverage allow you to customize the plan that fits your budget and needs for today.   In addition, our plans allow you to purchase the coverage you need now, with the ability to purchase more coverage later when you need it, without additional underwriting.   Other words, Why pay for Coverage Before You Need It?

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

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.

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.

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. 

At Right at Home Rockwall, we're dedicated to being much more than a simple home care company. We are a navigator of what comes next for seniors and adults with disabilities. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve. That means it's always about the people we support, and our dedicated professional teams working tirelessly to provide compassionate, highly-trained care for our clients. Living and breathing our mission each and every day is the passion driving our daily work, and the dedication to provide the highest caliber of in?home care.

My name is Kaitlin McGarry. I am the Vice President of Business Development for Zeus Restoration. We primarily focus on residential & commercial restoration services for fire, water, & mold damage (including contents, & rebuild), but also offer services in crime scene clean-up, remodeling, air duct cleaning, among other general contracting services. We are a family owned, local company that is dedicated to serving the Rockwall community for decades to come.

We take the stress out of your move process and so much more. Whether you are looking to move, having home renovations done, or wanting to get your home organized, we can handle it! 

When you are moving your home or business, we come in, pack up everything. We supply all materials needed to get the job completed. We hire your movers, over see the entire move, unpack, set up and organize your new home. 

We also offer organizing , haul off of donation and/or trash. 

 Jennifer Ziesk is a licensed, fiduciary financial advisor with Lifetime Wealth Management PC in Rockwall where she specializes in building lasting relationships with high-net worth clients and their families ($500k investable assets or $2M net worth).  Her extensive background in the financial services industry began in 2004 and many of her original clients are still with her.  Jennifer knows the value of listening to a client’s needs, actively engaging in ongoing communication, and is skilled at presenting solutions and delivering results. She brings both her experience and genuine care for her clients to Lifetime Wealth Management PC. 

Give Jennifer a call today at 972-771-0650 and schedule a free introductory appointment!  

Andrea Carr is the founder and owner of Andrea Elizabeth Photography + Social, where she leverages over a decade of experience as a professional wedding photographer to now providing custom portrait photography and social media management services. With a passion for helping businesses shine online, Andrea goes beyond traditional social media management by offering unique branding photography and content creation services. Born and raised in Dallas County, Andrea is a proud alum of Dallas Baptist University. She is a wife and a mother of two young children. In her spare time, Andrea enjoys traveling, true crime podcasts, fiction novels, and cannot resist a patio on a nice day. Andrea's blend of creativity, expertise, and professionalism allows her to bring a unique and personal touch to every project she undertakes.

As the Republican Party of Rockwall County, we represent the voters with the Texas Republican Party, and reciprocally, the Texas Republican Party with Rockwall Republican voters.

APlus Payroll is a full-service payroll provider based in Missouri and Texas. Since 1997, we have been delighting our clients with Human Capital Management Solutions - including Payroll, Human Resource and Time and Attendance software  - for companies large and small.

Hi, my name is Josh Challis. Owner and founder of JM Junk Removers. I started this business to help people that may not have the time, strength, resources, or knowhow to get rid of their unwanted items. No Matter what it is we haul it all! 

Visit us online- JMJunkRemovers.com
Call or text- 214-888-JUNK(5865)

The Traveling TORO is your full service travel agency providing personalized and bespoke experiences around the world. Whether by land, water or the skies, we've got the resources and partnerships to make it happen here in the states or internationally. We look forward to assisting you with the planning and design of your next trip or small group!

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!

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. 

In 2022, Amanda Casper founded the Greater Rockwall Youth Symphony (GRYS), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that aims to connect kids with community through music. We perform for seniors, veterans, local nonprofits, community events and celebrations and have had over 100 students perform in 2-full orchestra concerts and over 50 chamber music performances throughout the community. GRYS offers masterclasses with special guest artists, side-by-side performances, piano and homeschool programs. We welcome students ages 6-18 of all skill-levels and instruments. Our inclusive program allows musical training to be accessible for all students who have a thirst to grow. Nearly 40% of our students receive scholarships and tuition waivers.

Sandra Evans is a vice president and private banker with Frost’s private banking group. She joined Frost in 2022 and has been in the financial industry for over 20 years.
Sandra is responsible for helping clients understand their sophisticated and distinct financial needs by developing a tailored plan and unique combination of services designed to protect and grow wealth to reach future goals.
She is an Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Representative, and a Uniform Securities Agent.
In addition to her work at Frost, she is a member of the Rockwall Chamber of Commerce and volunteers her time with Rockwall Meals on Wheels, Operation Christmas Child and the Children Advocacy Center of Rockwall. She previously participated in Leadership Kaufman County and volunteered with Habitat for Humanity. Sandra enjoys spending time with her family, going to concerts, snow skiing and exploring new restaurants.

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.

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.

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.

My name is Janette Wold and I am a Life Mastery Consultant and Transformational Coach. My ultimate purpose is to walk with you on your sacred journey of defining and building the life that you would love living. I believe we are all bigger than our situations or circumstances surrounding us. I am here to help you wake up everyday with a life of abundance, love, freedom, and confidence. I would be truly honored to help you build confidence, clarity, hope, and to keep you soul centered. 

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.

Honored to be named a TOP 500 AGENT for Re/Max in North Texas for 2020!  A Top Individual Producer for Vanguard Council! I had the pleasure of being featured on the cover of Top Agent Magazine!! Homesnap named me the Top 25% for 2021 and Top 15% for 2022 Top producing agents in the USA out of 1 million agents, 2023 Chairman Club Award, 2023 Hall of Fame Award. Do what you love, and the business will follow ~ no truer words could explain why I do what I do! I truly love working with people. Seeing their dreams become a reality and ensuring their happiness through the whole real estate process is just a bonus! You won't meet a more dedicated, honest and fun-loving real estate agent. Call me today so we can get you one step closer to living your dreams building real estate wealth or finding that next commercial property to start or expand your business! 

Sherry Butler/Owner is a graduate of TWU with a BS degree in Business and a Master's from the University of Phoenix in Human Resource Management (2007). Before starting her own business, she worked for IBM for many years in accounting and then later switched careers and began a career in HR working primarily for the government. Sherry also obtained an Advanced Certification in Project Management from Dallas Baptist University in 2011. 
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Butlers Lawn & Cleaning provides professional grounds, landscaping, acreage mowing, waste management and janitorial services for commercial properties. We have the skills and the experience necessary to serve as a your full-service, lawn care, and janitorial experts, offering the highest quality services, customer care and loyalty. It is our mission to make sure that we are consistently offering the highest quality service. 
 

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I have been in the educational field for over 20 years and hold a doctorate degree in education. I love to teach and share knowledge with others. Many years ago, after a long, unexplained illness, I discovered the power of energy healing and began my journey to learn and share this modality with others.

I hold certifications as: a Reiki Master/Teacher, a Crystal Reiki Master/Teacher, a Ganapati Level 4 Siwa Murti healer, an Emotion Code practitioner, and an Animal Reiki Practitioner. All of these offerings may be in-person or virtually via Zoom for both humans AND animals. I also offer an IONIC Foot Spa Detox cleansing sessions for one or two individuals at a time.  

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!

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

I worked in public education for 35 years with the last 10 being superintendent of Chisum ISD.  Following my retirement, I changed my career path to become a Financial Representative with Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial. 
A quote I live by happens to be the creed of our company, “There is a destiny that makes us brothers (or sisters), None goes his way alone; All that we send into the lives of others comes back into our own.”  Edwin Markham, circa 1939.  My goal is to continue to be a well-known name in the areas we work for helping people either with financial planning or through our fraternal efforts.  I enjoy spending time with my husband, 3 children and spouses and 8 grandchildren.  We currently have three Bed and Breakfasts and a 37 space RV Park.

I am fluent in Spanish and have an extensive financial, insurance, and legal
background. Paralegal Degree from Northwestern College and Alumni of DePaul
University, Insurance Property, Casualty, Life and Health Licensed. 

I am passionate about helping the elderly and their families navigate the complicated journey of aging. During my studies at Cal State University, Fullerton, I found my passion in Gerontology amidst personal challenges with my aging mother and balancing the demands of the sandwich generation. My education enabled me to address our family’s issues effectively, covering finances, health declines, and end-of-life planning, improving our caregiving experience. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Gerontology, I advanced my studies with a Masters from the University of Southern California. Now, as a Case Manager and Gerontologist experienced in various forms of dementia and senior care settings, I dedicate myself to assisting the elderly and their families in managing the complex process of aging with comprehensive, personalized care plans aimed at aging with dignity.

We’re a local company that’s owned and operated by Texans for Texans right here in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. We want to do right by our customers, in part, because we live here. We're community driven. Building connections is our thing. We want to connect our Texas neighbors through fiber. You'll see us partnering with organizations across our area now and in the years to come.

Our mission is simple: We want to improve the lives of our customers and the communities we service by providing high-speed, reliable internet. We believe that fiber internet is not a luxury, rather a necessity. Just like you, we've felt trapped by the high-prices, outages, inflexibility, and slow speeds of other options. We want to offer the freedom of fiber, so you can take control of your internet and unlock the digital experiences you want.

 

Amy Davis, MSN, RN, CEN, is a dedicated healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience. Balancing her career with motherhood, she brings clinical expertise, leadership, and business acumen to her role as Founder and Chief Operator of Vixen Wellness & Medical Spa. With a BS in Nursing from UT Austin and an MSN from Texas Tech, she is a nationally certified emergency nurse with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care. Her experience in hospitals, emergency departments, urgent care, and plastic surgery facilities equips her to manage complex operations and ensure optimal outcomes. At Vixen Wellness & Medical Spa, Amy creates a welcoming and personalized experience for clients, providing innovative aesthetic treatments and ensuring the highest standards of safety and effectiveness.

I oversee Business & Relationship Development at Real Property Management NorthStar. I'm dedicated to expanding our client base and building strong relationships within the community. With a passion for driving growth and exceeding client expectations, I'm focused on providing exceptional service and helping property owners achieve their financial goals by maximizing their return on investment. Looking forward to connecting with more of the incredible folks of our Rockwall community. 

Emily has been with Heath Salon and Spa since March of 2022. With a strong background in operations management and human resources, Emily is dedicated to fostering a positive workplace culture and optimizing organizational efficiency. Passionate about employee development and engagement, Emily implements innovative strategies to support team growth and enhance productivity. Outside of work, she enjoys reading and spending time with friends, bringing a well-rounded perspective to both personal and professional endeavors.

My name is Stephanie Lynn Godoy, and I am the owner of S. Godoy & Associates LLC. I am passionate about helping business owners thrive by supporting them with their financial needs, from accounting and bookkeeping to tax preparation and payroll services. I love the Rockwall community and am committed to seeing it succeed. As a member of the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, I am dedicated to contributing to the growth and success of our local businesses.

Mi name is Victoria I’m so happy, thankful and proud to be part of this amazing community. Serving others. I learned that Everyone is in need of living benefits insurance plus retirement benefits with building cash flow. Also if you’re a Business owner? Life insurance can help you to protect the business you've worked so hard to built. Investing in life insurance is a peace of mind knowing that your love ones are financially secure. 

As the Director of Operations, I am passionate about optimizing processes and workflow, especially the client journey. By leveraging business management experience acquired at PwC and other consulting firms I am able to bring a valuable approach to the review, analysis, and evaluation of the firm’s business policies and procedures. Additionally, I work closely with the managing attorney utilizing a data-driven approach to craft strategy and finance. Our firm can also assist clients that prefer to communicate in Spanish, French or American Sign Language. Veteran Owned/Managed law firm.