Meet The Team
Amanda Clark
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Meet The Team
Amanda Clark
Founder and CEO
My dream for Maker District is for it to be a solution to a common problem amongst makers. A problem that I myself face. Nothing is worse than having an idea be condemned to the pages of a notebook because you don’t have the tools, resources, space, knowledge or collaborators you need to turn that idea into a reality. Maker District is an all-in-one solution to that problem. Every tool, resource and class that you could need to fabricate anything that you want- and if we don’t have it, we will sure try to get it so that you can get the project done! And what’s better? A community of other, like minded people to network with, create with or just become friends with. My vision for this organization and facility includes targeted programming for kids/at-risk youth, veterans, men/women/families in crisis, and the homeless. I believe fully, that equipped with the right tools, training, guidance and structure, having access to a facility like ours will offer a life changing opportunity, giving these individuals the chance to create their dreams. Whether it’s sparking a child’s imagination encouraging them to pursue a STEAM career, an adult making an item to sell in their own store, inventing the next great product and bringing it to market, or receiving training to get a new trade career - sometimes, all it takes is accessibility and knowing that the resource is available to them.
For as long as I can remember, I have been a "maker of all trades".
I'm always working on something - graphic design, prototyping my own inventions, cosplay, mixed media art, cooking/baking and making weird things just because. I'm happiest when I'm creating and I love learning how to do new things! In addition to growing our community of makers and running our space, you'll probably see me in the shop working on my own projects.
Come say hi!
mary byers
Jon Clark
Amanda townsend
Chief Financial Officer
With ten years of experience as a corporate Finance Professional and five years of experience as a certified Career Coach/Motivational Speaker, I am excited to be the CFO of this wonderful organization! From crunching numbers to crushing goals, I am passionate about the story this nonprofit will tell and am confident it will impact the community positively for many years to come!
Real Estate Advisor/
Studio and Music Program Advisor/
Secretary
I am a Realtor by day and a bass player for the local Dallas hair band tribute, Metal Shop, by night. With a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Baylor University, 20 years of experience in
Real Estate with Coldwell Banker and
35 years of experience as a musician both on my own and in many bands, I am excited to see what I can do to help this amazing organization benefit our local community.
Board Chair
As a Director at Oncor, I am passionate about finding new ways to help people engage and I’m excited about the opportunities that Maker District will bring to the community. I’m a DFW native, graduate of Texas A&M University and love spending time with my family. My kitchen is my creative outlet where I bake and put twists on old recipes. My hope is that you find Maker District a source of creative energy!
DeLibra Wesley
Collin Day
Breon Dennis
Fundraising Chair
Breon has an expansive career in the sports industry and served as the Assistant Vice President of Community Outreach for the Texas Rangers Baseball Club prior to joining the Frisco Rough Riders. He has an Associate’s Degree in Mass Communications from Bossier Parish Community College, a Bachelor’s Degree in Science Business Administration and Sports Management, and a Master’s of Science in Kinesiology from Dallas Baptist University. Breon has a heart for his community and he proudly serves as a Board member for many local organizations including Black Sports Professional - North Texas, United Negro College Leadership Council, African American Museum of Dallas, Young Leadership Academy FWISD, NTX Food Bank, NRH Police Foundation and many more.
Board Director
Seasoned Financial Advisor with a BBA in Finance from the University of Houston. When not working, I love spending time with my family. Maker District is going to bring a lot of opportunity to our community and I am excited to be a part of it!
Board Director
As Chief Operating Officer at The Delta Companies, DeLibra oversees all aspects of Operations consisting of: travel, housing, privileging, credentialing, quality assurance, licensing, and human resources for healthcare providers. With over fourteen years of healthcare staffing experience, DeLibra has the unique expertise to support any back-office challenges, including training, quality measurement, compliance, project management, and business development. She serves as a strategic business partner to the TDC executive team by initiating development and improvements to best meet company goals and stay ahead of changes within the industry. DeLibra has been recognized with numerous internal and external industry accolades but takes most pride in leading a team that embraces and cultivates a culture of service. DeLibra is a single mother of two boys. Tristen, an avid football lover, and Trace, who loves music and drawing. When her schedule allows, she loves to travel, visit museums, and attend concerts and plays.
Sallie Wells
Gilbert De La Garza
Gifty Aryeetey
Treasurer
Gifty works as an Accountant in the renewable energy sector. She has been in accounting for about five years and enjoys unraveling and piecing together financial information for businesses.
Her other very important job is as a mother to her fourteen month old son. She loves making his food, reading, and playing soccer with him. Gifty's favorite pastimes are cooking, reading, and volunteering. The last ten years, she has been volunteering as a tax preparer for the AARP Volunteer Tax Program. Volunteering inspires her and gives her reason to do whatever she can to leave this world a better place.
Vice Chair
Sallie Wells has over 20 years of experience working with teachers, students, and their families in a variety of educational environments. Sallie currently holds the position of Head of Strategic Planning for The Clariden School. Sallie has served as an Adjunct Professor for Texas Woman’s University, teaching classes in the College of Education, worked for the Gesell Institute of Child Development as a member of their national lecture staff, and served as Head of School for several private institutions. Sallie has an extensive background in business, teaching, assessment, curriculum development, program development, strategic planning and management. Sallie has a Master of Science in Child Development, is a Certified Family Life Educator and is a current doctoral student.
In her spare time, Sallie enjoys reading, gardening, cooking, writing and traveling. She is currently working on several book projects, designing an apartment studio and learning the art of calligraphy.
Legal Advisor
I have been a practicing Texas attorney in good standing since 2001. I owned my own law firm in S. Texas with emphasis on Family Law, Probate & Business issues. In 2014, my family and I moved to the DFW area for greater opportunities. We found them and have lived in and loved the area since. One fantastic thing we found about this area was that we easily made lifelong relationships and associations with people that have like interests. Being on the Board as legal counsel for Maker District is a stellar and prime example of that. It is a fantastic organization, run by fabulous people, and I am proud to be a part of it!