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Monthly Archive for: "March, 2021"
 Jared Wynne: On Being A Big Brother

Jared Wynne: On Being A Big Brother

March 26, 2021

Every year, we select a Big/Little Brother and a Big/Little Sister match as our Central Texas matches of the year. These matches then go on for consideration as matches of the year at the state [...]

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     Stefan Sinclair: On A Roll For BBBS!

    Stefan Sinclair: On A Roll For BBBS!

    March 12, 2021

    He’s been a Big Brother, part of the Big Impact Group, and this year, he’s chair of the Bowl for Kids Host Committee – a year that marks Stefan Sinclair’s 10th anniversary of participating in [...]

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       Karen & Syrianna: The Power of Connection

      Karen & Syrianna: The Power of Connection

      March 4, 2021

      When thinking about mentoring, of Bigs and Littles, or mentors and mentees, it is easy to think of it in terms of teacher and pupil. What is often missed is the growth and change in the [...]

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         Jason & Jestek: Building A Foundation For Lasting Success

        Jason & Jestek: Building A Foundation For Lasting Success

        March 4, 2021

        In reflecting on his match, Little Brother Jestek says, “My Big Brother Jason teaches me way more than I know, as a kid.” And he adds, “Plus, you get a lot of special opportunities that you [...]

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           Susan & Jayniah: Gaining A New Perspective

          Susan & Jayniah: Gaining A New Perspective

          March 2, 2021

          When signing up to be a mentor, it’s easy to focus only on the changes happening with your Little. Bigs are quick to point out however, that they experience many changes due to the relationship [...]

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            • “I can tell my Big Sister anything and she listens without judging me.”

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            • “My son has a stronger focus on his future as a result of his match.”

              Family

            • “As a Big, I can commit to a consistent volunteer opportunity where I feel like I’m giving back to my community, and I’m rewarded with a meaningful relationship with an awesome Little who has so much to offer as well.”

              John, Big Brother

            • “My Big Brother has taken me to visit several colleges and I’m excited to start applying.”

              Little Brother

            • “If it weren’t for her, I know that I would have ended up in an environment that I should not have been in.”

              Little Sister

            • “Becoming a Big is by far one of the best decisions I’ve made. My Little is constantly surprising me with her eagerness to try new things. Having the opportunity to mentor and see her grow has been not only rewarding, but also lots of fun!”

              Reyna, Big Sister

            • “Thanks to my amazing Big Sister, I knew from early on how important my education would be.”

              Little Sister

            • “I love reading with my Big Sister.”

              Little Sister

            • Sponsors

            • “Having a Big in our lives has helped my whole family.”

              Natasha, Mom of a Little

            • “My Big Sister is always there for me when I need her.”

              Little Sister

            • “My Big Brother appreciates me for who I am.”

              Little Brother

            • “It’s a privilege to be able to help kids recognize the potential within themselves and illuminate the opportunities they have in their lives.”

              Jeremy, Big Brother

            • “As a Big, I get to spend time with my Little doing things I loved doing as a kid – exploring, going out to eat, cooking, visiting book stores, and being there as another ear and voice as she tries to navigate her world.”

              Audra, Big Sister

            • “Whenever something is bothering me, I can talk with my Big about it.”

              Little Sister

            • “My Big Brother has helped me discover new things.”

              Little Brother

            • “As a Big, I’m able to pay it forward by providing my Little with some of the opportunities that I’ve been lucky to have in my life – companionship, encouragement, confidence and trust. “

              Jeremy, Big Brother

            • “Being a Big Brother has enriched my life.”

              Ben, Big Brother

            • “My husband is gone a lot on military assignments, and I wanted our daughters to have another responsible adult in their lives that they could have fun with and talk to if they didn’t feel comfortable talking to me.”

              Family

            • “My Big makes me feel important.”

              Little Brother

            • “Children are our future. I like helping them realize their potential.”

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            • “My son is consciously making the right choices now to set himself up for whatever he decides to do.”

              Family

            • “My son’s relationship with his Big Brother has had a big impact.”

              Family

            • Sponsors

            • “Now, oh my gosh, how my daughter has changed. She just has a better outlook on life.”

              Family

            • “With my Big Sister’s help I am doing better in school.”

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            Big Impact Group

            The Big Impact Group is a diverse collective of dedicated men and women who volunteer their time, talents and energy to support BBBS of Central Texas’ mission, further its programs, and establish themselves as future leaders for BBBS by engaging constituents, recruiting volunteers. and raising funds.

            Jenny Alperin, Engagement Committee Chair
            RosePOP Parties
            Owner & Event Planner

            Ashley Cureton
            Texas Assoc. of Counties
            Wellness Consultant

            Alejandro Espinoza
            JB Goodwin Realtors
            Real Estate Agent/Broker

            Ryan Fusselman
            Texas State University
            Student

            Scott Gilman
            Center for Biological Diversity
            Online Fundraising Director

            Nicholas Johnson, Vice President
            OpenJAUS, LLC
            Chief Technology Officer

            Brandon Jones
            The University of Texas at Austin
            Assoc. Director for Student Learning & Development

            Jessica Keigley
            Google
            Cloud Sales Recruiter

            Sarah Lozano
            The University of Texas at Austin
            Graduate Student – Plant Biology

            Emily Mailman
            Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
            Natural Resources Specialist

            Nell McKnight
            Driftwood Recovery
            Case Manager

            Niyoshi Mehta
            Miracle Foundation
            Director of Global Programs

            Brooke Mountain
            NetSuite + Oracle
            Account Executive

            Rena Muñoz
            Hawk Contracting Services, LLC
            Owner

            Chris Muyshondt
            Dell Seton Medical Center
            Trauma Tech

            Amanda Nastoupil
            Accruent
            Talent Development Leader

            Ali Nichols
            Bound
            Customer Success Manager

            Tobias Perkins
            Austin Fire Department
            Inventory Control Specialist II

            Kellyn Platek
            KIPP Texas Public Schools
            Manager, Teacher Career Pathways

            Lauren Roche, Treasurer
            Google Cloud
            Professional Services

            Stefan Sinclair
            TheWaveVR
            Software Development Engineer

            Jenna Sliter
            Yeti
            Creative Operations & Resource Manager

            Karen Vilches, Recruitment Committee Chair
            Noonday Collection
            Office Manager & Exec Asst. to CEO

            Jared Wynne, President
            WIN
            Co-founder & Editor-in-Chief

            Yagiz Yildiz, Fundraising Committee Chair
            Dell
            Principal Electrical Engineer

            Executive Board of Directors

            The Executive Board is a group of community-focused leaders invested in improving the lives of Austin youth. Their main responsibilities involve raising funds to support our agency, reviewing and approving agency policies, and generating awareness of, and support for, BBBS.

            April Justice, Board Chair
            Charles Schwab
            Vice President

            Blake Absher
            Broadway Bank
            EVP, Austin Market Executive

            Becky Bonham
            Hargill Growers Gin & Grain
            Real Estate Developer

            Lara Burns Boyda
            Urbanspace
            Chief Operating Officer

            Rajal Dhruva
            ATX Life Coaching
            Certified Life Coach

            Denver Dunlap
            Denver Dunlap Real Estate
            Owner/Broker

            Heather Granato

            Art Guerra
            Guerra Underground
            Owner

            Scott Haigler
            RSM US LLP
            Office Managing Partner

            Shellie Hayes-McMahon
            Annie’s List
            Director of Operations

            Pamela Malunat Hurley
            Philanthropist

            Lynette Perkins
            Bohemian Innovation, LLC
            Chief Executive Officer

            Evan Spaulding, Treasurer
            The Spaulding Group
            Financial Executive

            Albert Swantner
            Mobile Tech RX
            Chief Technical Officer

            Jason Vitanza
            Shadow IT Services
            Chief Technology Officer

            Advisory Council

            Composed of high-visibility individuals and organizations, the Advisory Council provides BBBS with a lasting influence and cross-community reach. Convening at least twice per year, the group provides input on strategic issues as needed, influences others to support our mission and contribute resources, and recruits new members for our Executive Board.

            Darrell Bazzell
            The University of Texas at Austin
            Senior Vice President and CFO

            Kyndel Bennett
            Cayetano Development, LLC
            Chief Executive Officer

            Clayton Christopher
            Entrepreneur

            Hector De Leon
            De Leon Washburn & Ward, P.C.
            Founder

            Chris Ellis
            Endeavor Real Estate Group, Ltd.
            Managing Principal

            Gary Farmer
            Heritage Title Company of Austin, Inc.
            President

            Kerry Hall
            Texas Capital Bank
            Executive Managing Director, Regional Banking

            Amy Jones
            O’Connell Robertson
            President

            Nyle Maxwell
            The Nyle Maxwell Family of Dealerships
            Dealer Principal

            Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette
            Huston-Tillotson University
            President

            Dick Rathgeber
            Rathgeber Investments
            President

            Lawrence Speck
            Page Southerland Page, Inc.
            Senior Principal

            Carl Stuart
            Registered Investment Advisor

            Tom Taylor
            Taylor Investments
            Principal

            Foundation Board

            The Foundation Board’s purpose is to oversee all aspects of BBBS’s Scholarship Program, including managing the endowment and distributing scholarship funds to institutions.

            Carlos Barbosa
            Wells Fargo
            SVP/Loan Supervisor-Middle Market Commercial Banking

            Loraine Brown, Foundation Board Chair
            Vino Veritas Ventures
            Founder & Owner

            Rajal Dhruva
            ATX Life Coaching
            Certified Life Coach

            Shellie Hayes-McMahon
            Annie’s List
            Director of Operations

            Pamela Malunat Hurley
            Philanthropist

            Guillermo Martinez III, PhD
            Austin Community College
            Interim Vice President, Student Affairs

            Karl Spencer
            University of Texas at Austin
            McCombs School of Business

            Office of the Dean
            Administrative Associate

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            Complete an Interest Form online & sign up to attend an Info. Session.

            Meet Your Little

            We’ll set up a Match Introduction meeting to get your match started!

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            Join other prospective mentors to learn the essentials for being a great volunteer Big

            Match Development & Support

            We will be there to provide ongoing support for your match

            Interview

            We’ll set up a time to get to know you so we can find the best match for you!

            Apply

            Complete the Volunteer Application (following Step 1), which includes references and a thorough Background Check

            Talk With Us

            Learn more about the commitment and if it’s right for your child. You can reach us at 512-442-4646 or via email: info@bigmentoring.org.

            Apply

            Complete the online enrollment application.

             

            Meet With Us

            We will visit with you in your home or in our office. Help us get to know your child so we can find the best match for him or her.

            Get Ready/Wait for a Match

            We’ll search carefully for a Big for your child. Try to be patient. It takes time to find a great match.

            Get Matched

            Learn about a potential Big and move forward if you approve the match.

            Meet Your Child's Big

            We will introduce you and your child to your new Big. They will start spending time together and getting to know each other.