Jordan R. Scroggs is Executive Director of MLK Health Center & Pharmacy, where she leads efforts to provide free care and medications to uninsured adults in Northwest Louisiana. Passionate about health equity and community impact, she is a strong advocate for accessible healthcare, compassionate service, and innovative nonprofit leadership.

Veronica S. Glover, LMSW is the Chief Executive Officer of Community Support Programs, Inc., a nonprofit serving individuals and families affected by homelessness, mental illness, substance use, and related disabilities. With more than 30 years of human services leadership, she brings extensive experience in housing, behavioral health, nonprofit operations, and client-centered services.

Jill Koeppen is the Executive Director of Mary’s House Pregnancy Care Center, where she leads staff and volunteers in providing compassionate care, medical services, and practical support to women and families facing unexpected pregnancies. With more than 27 years of professional experience, she brings a strong background in leadership and a commitment to treating every woman with dignity, compassion, and respect.

Wendy Benscoter serves as Executive Director of Shreveport Common, Inc., where she helps lead a broad public-private partnership focused on revitalizing a nine-block area into a creative cultural community. Under her leadership, the award-winning effort has preserved historic buildings, created new spaces for living and working, and strengthened the neighborhood through creative placemaking

Sonya Holden is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Shreveport Pregnancy Center, where she leads efforts to support women, men, babies, and families through pregnancy support, parenting education, practical resources, and compassionate care. With more than 32 years of ministry experience, she is committed to helping families navigate difficult seasons and build stronger futures.

Valencia Jones is a Licensed Professional Counselor–Supervisor and Founder and Executive Director of Social Therapy Project, a nonprofit dedicated to healing communities through initiatives that support mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. An educator, speaker, and mental health advocate, she is committed to connecting individuals and communities with meaningful resources, support, and opportunities for personal growth.

Toni Goodin is the Executive Director of The Bridge, where she leads programs, fundraising, and strategic initiatives supporting individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia. With more than 30 years of experience in nonprofit and healthcare leadership, she is focused on expanding community partnerships and helping families access the resources and support they need.

Howard Davis is the Head of School and a founder of Providence Classical Academy, which began in 2005 with 17 students and has grown to serve more than 700 students through Christ-centered discipleship and classical education. He also founded Ascension Classical Academy in South Shreveport and has spent more than two decades serving the community through education and ministry.

Stephanie Bookman-Gaston is the President and Executive Director of the Fine Arts Academy of Central Louisiana, a nonprofit she founded to help children and youth explore music, dance, theatre, writing, and visual arts in a safe, inclusive environment. A lifelong musician and experienced health information professional, she brings both creative passion and professional leadership to the organization.

Heather Kleckinger and Tenisha LeSane represent the Louisiana Association on Compulsive Gambling’s work to strengthen awareness of and access to the Louisiana 988 Lifeline. Heather, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Director of Quality, oversees quality improvement and training, while Tenisha, the 988 Lifeline Outreach Coordinator, leads community outreach, education, and partnerships across Regions 4 through 8. Together, they help connect individuals and families experiencing mental health, substance use, or suicidal crises with free, confidential support and local resources available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.