Nina Jones

Nina is a CPA and entrepreneur with 30 years of financial leadership across nonprofit, entertainment, sports, retail, and medical sectors. She is the owner of Nina Jones CPA, PLLC, and formerly served as CFO of Goodwill Industries of Dallas. Nina brings expertise in strategic planning, operational oversight, and nonprofit management. She also serves as a Deaconess at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship and holds board roles with organizations including Alliance for Children, K-LOVE/EMF, and Elevate Fort Worth. Nina earned her BBA from the University of Texas at Arlington and an MBA from Dallas Baptist University. She is a Texas Certified Public Accountant and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Alex Trevino

Alex is a passionate advocate for youth, family, and community impact in Fort Worth, Texas. With seven years in the utility industry, including the last three focused on safety, Alex combines practical experience with a strong commitment to protecting people and empowering communities. A proud husband, father of four, and military veteran, Alex believes in the power of mentorship, faith, and second chances.
As a Senior Safety Representative by profession and a community builder by calling, Alex is committed to helping young people rise above their circumstances and discover their purpose. Whether he’s coaching youth sports, leading volunteer initiatives, or championing Elevate Fort Worth’s mission, Alex shows up with energy, empathy, and excellence. Driven by a belief that “it’s not where you start, but where you’re going that matters,” Alex is excited to build a stronger, safer future for the next generation of Fort Worth leaders.

Brian Childers

Brian has built a distinguished career in information technology since 1981, with deep expertise in business-technology solutions, strategic vision, and financial management. After serving as Managing Director of a startup consulting firm acquired by Lucent Technologies, he launched his own technology consulting company in 2001, which remains active today. Brian earned his Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M Commerce and an Associate of Applied Sciences from Northwestern State University. A Fort Worth resident since 1985, Brian and his wife, Barbara-Ann (“B-A”), along with their two daughters, are lifelong followers of Christ. His leadership experience in scaling businesses, combined with his passion for faith, family, and community, position him well to help develop and grow Elevate USA Fort Worth’s impact.

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Julie Moynihan

Julie is a retired school principal dedicated to improving the professional practice of fellow educators in order to establish a safe environment that improves the academic, social, and emotional skills of all students. She works part-time as a coach, professional learning trainer and strategic planning facilitator. She resides in Fort Worth, Texas, and is a wife to Mike and mother to two adult children. Julie holds a Masters in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Texas at Arlington and Bachelor of Arts from Wichita State University.

Dick Dodge

Dick is a retired Logistics Sales Manager with 28 years with Bell Helicopter Inc. He is a graduate of the United States Military Academy (West Point), Airborne and Ranger schools, Army Aviatorwith 6-years service in the US Army and a 48-year resident of Fort Worth. His focus with Elevate Fort Worth is to help launch a quality education and mentoring program to help urban youth succeed in their academic pursuits in the Fort Worth public schools and thrive as adults who contribute to their communities. Dick holds a Master in Industrial Engineering from UT Arlington.