Hi, I’m Reneé — I’m a community-centered leader and systems thinker with over 20 years of experience leading teams, managing complex operations, developing programs and partnerships, and building mission-driven organizations.

My career has spanned hospitality, small business leadership, food systems, public health, nutrition, and community engagement—giving me a broad perspective on how people, organizations, and systems work together. I’ve led day-to-day operations, managed teams and logistics, developed community-centered initiatives, cultivated stakeholder relationships, and translated big-picture goals into practical, sustainable programs.

Previously, as the owner and operator of Church Alley Café & Grocery, I built and led a mission-driven business for more than 12 years, overseeing operations, team development, partnerships, programming, and community engagement. My work in food systems and public health has also included collaborative research, stakeholder engagement, and initiatives focused on improving food access and strengthening local systems.

I’m currently completing my Master of Public Health at Texas Tech University, building on my degree in Dietetics and International Political Science as well as my experience working at the intersection of food, health, and community.

At the heart of my work is a commitment to creating thoughtful, community-centered systems that support people, strengthen organizations, and improve long-term outcomes. I’m particularly interested in program leadership, organizational strategy, community partnerships, and building programs that turn mission into measurable impact.