Staff

Ashley Caras joins the Texas Cultural Trust as a Development and Events Assistant, bringing her passion for community engagement and the arts. Having grown up in Austin, Ashley developed a...

Jesse graduated in 1992 from St. Edward’s University in Austin, TX.  He earned his Certified Public Accountant license in 1996.  In 1997, he became the CFO of the Texas Trucking...

Shelby Sanders was born and raised in Austin in a family of artists. She developed her love for art at a young age by playing multiple instruments and watching her...

Madeline Hausmann-Hicks received her B.A. from Baylor University with a major in history and a double minor in museum studies and French. She has harbored a lifelong love of books,...

Kate Temple is the Communications Manager for the Texas Cultural Trust. After graduating from the Stan Richards School of Advertising at the University of Texas at Austin, Kate moved to...

Amanda Sullins, a dedicated community and non-profit leader, joins Texas Cultural Trust after leading the Arlington ISD Education Foundation as their Executive Director. Shortly after university graduation, Amanda returned to...

Jenny Parry is a passionate fine arts advocate with a personal and professional mission to nurture and develop quality fine arts experiences for all children. She is committed to excellence...

Heidi Marquez Smith, is an accomplished community and non-profit leader and experienced public servant, as the CEO of the Texas Cultural Trust, Heidi advances arts and culture for our state through strategic partnerships...

Carrie Williams, Outreach and Logistics Manager, boasts six years of education and management experience prior to joining the Texas Cultural Trust. While she currently advocates for arts education in Texas,...