Audra Collins Most recently Past Chairwoman of the Board of Directors at the Chamber, Past President of the Sertoma Club of Watauga, Sponsor Chair for the Keller Central High School Band boosters, Past President of the NE Tarrant Dynamic Women's Alliance, Manages the non profit thrift store for First United Methodist Church of Watauga and Served on the Culture Council and volunteer committees for her previous employer. As Director of Mergers and Acquisitions at her former finance company, she has worked with high profile clients to forge relationships which brought in over $1BN of loan originations annually. In her last position, she oversaw governance for the entire $64BN portfolio, working directly with the FRBB on federal audits ensuring proper oversight was given on any rate changes they had in the market. Audra has recently left corporate America to focus on herself, her passions and surprisingly, a budding tourism career.
Nicholas Powell is a purpose-driven executive with deep expertise in nonprofit operations, leadership development, and strategic growth. Currently serving as the Executive Director of Operations at the Community Enrichment Center, he leads a team that serves over 4,000 families monthly, driving initiatives that combine innovation, equity, and compassion.
A certified PMP, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, SHRM-CP, and Advanced Nonprofit Professional, Nicholas also holds a Master’s in Management and Leadership and is pursuing his Doctorate in Strategic Leadership at Liberty University.
With a leadership style rooted in servant, transformational, and strategic principles, Nicholas believes great leaders build great cultures—and that the journey of leadership is about helping others grow. His lived experience as a single father who overcame poverty inspires the heart of his work: to lead by serving, and to build systems that restore hope and transform lives.