MEET OUR BOARD

KAREN EL-TAWIL​

Board Chairperson

Karen, a retired oilfield services executive, has
been an active volunteer and donor with Prison Entrepreneurship Program (PEP) since 2012. She has been involved with the women's program since its inception and served as Interim  Executive Director
​in EWOP's inaugural year. Karen is known and loved by the Lockhart ladies for her dedication, servant leader heart and can do spirit! 

BERT SMITH

Board Member

Bert is the former CEO of Prison Entrepreneurship Program (PEP) and has been involved within the organization since 2005. He has a law and investment background with many years of experience in a variety of industries. Bert is currently the President of the National Christian Foundation where he helps nonprofits and donors connect to change lives
​and experience growth. ​

NEHA AGRAWAL

Board Member

Neha is a real estate entrepreneur. She is a true
Texan - born and raised in Houston, Bachelors of Arts from University of Texas at Austin and an MBA from Jones School of Business at Rice University. She is excited to be a part of EWOP as it combines two
of her loves: giving women a voice and learning
about various industries. ​

ANDRIE LEDAY

Board Member

As Vice President of US Commercial Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC), Andrie believes in the transformational power of medical devices to enhance our lives and the future of healthcare. He is focused on creating and achieving long-term strategies and business plans to accelerate organizational market growth across multiple therapeutic portfolios: total joints, sports medicine, and trauma. His 20 years of leadership and sales experience in the healthcare industry have afforded him the opportunity to create collaborative and winning sales teams, diverse in skills and background.  ​​

MEET OUR STAFF

PAM THOMURE

Executive Director
​Pam has led a variety of nonprofit organizations over the past 25 years, with a focus on strategic planning
and growth for start-up nonprofits. As an entrepreneur, Pam founded Southwest Senior Solutions, a for-profit business helping senior adults downsize and relocate. She served on the National Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors, building relationships and increasing awareness for arts education across the nation.  Pam is a member of One Voice Central Texas and the Association of Fundraising Professionals. She has a heart for seeing women thrive and is blessed to be a part of the EWOP family. ​

BOBBIE PACHECO

Education Program Coordinator
Bobbie joins the team as a lifelong learner with a heart for service
​and a love of technology and entrepreneurship. She brings over 25 years of experience in various educational roles in non-profit settings.  For the last 17 years, Bobbie has been an educator, supporting her students in shaping their character, developing technology skills, and believing in their abilities to start a business.
As the Education Program Coordinator, she will facilitate our EWOP classes designed to support and empower women as they rebuild their lives. 

PAIGE LOVETT

Reentry Program Supervisor
Paige comes to EWOP with many years of social work experience from direct care to case management and extensive training in trauma informed care. Her mission is all about championing individuals exactly where they are currently in life, providing unwavering support, and encouraging them as they build the bright futures they deserve. Advocacy is a core part of who Paige is—whether it’s empowering someone to find their own voice, linking them to vital resources, or simply inspiring change, she's all in! Paige believes in the potential within everyone and is here to serve and help illuminate the path to true transformation!”​