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Montgomery County Food Bank welcomes New Board Members and honors Departing Leaders

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Montgomery County Food Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to the organization. As these new leaders join the Board, the Food Bank also extends its deepest gratitude to the four departing members whose years of service and significant contributions have greatly impacted its mission to unite the community to fight hunger.

With sincere enthusiasm, Montgomery County Food Bank welcomes new Board Members:

Dominic Clausi, Vice President of Research for ExxonMobil

Dominic ‘Nick’ Clausi is the Vice President of Research for ExxonMobil. In this role, Nick leads a team whose collective mission is to develop the next generation of products and lower carbon energy technology solutions. Nick received a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from North Carolina State University in 1994, followed by Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. Nick is married with twodaughters and enjoys spending time with them in various outdoor activities.

Jacqueline Huntsman Calder, Huntsman Family

Jacqueline has a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, and she received a master’s degree in Educational Policy from the University of Pennsylvania; her focus of study was the effect of policy in underserved communities. Jacqueline’s experience includes working on Capitol Hill for the U.S. Senate’s Judiciary committee, the Wharton School Dean’s office, among others. Jacqueline serves on multiple PTO and committee boards in Conroe ISD schools and other community groups from Interfaith of The Woodlands to supporting the Mongomery County Women’s Shelter. She and her husband, John, are the parents to six children, ages 6 to 15, who have become a full time calling for a season.

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Reverend Phillip Moore, Executive Pastor of The Ark Church

Rev. Phillip Moore is the Executive Pastor at The Ark Church where he has served since 2003. Phillip received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management from the University of Central Oklahoma and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Central Oklahoma. Phillip has been happily married to Dr. Ellen Moore, Children’s Pastor at The Ark Church, for over 35 years. They have two grown, married children, Josh and Meagan, one delightful granddaughter, Ryann.

Reverend Mark Sorensen, Senior Pastor of The Woodlands Methodist Church

Rev. Mark Sorensen began his ministry as a youth minister in Texas. While serving as a worship leader in Louisiana, he realized God wanted him to pursue seminary and become a pastor. During his time at Asbury Theological Seminary, he joined the ministry team at The Woodlands Methodist Church as Lead Pastor for Contemporary Worship. He graduated from Asbury and became an ordained minister. In 2021, he was named Senior Pastor of The Woodlands Methodist Church. He and his wife, Nycki, have two children, Nic, who is married and has a son, and Gabbi.

Angela Storseth-Cooper, Senior Director of Government Relations & Public Policy for The US Oncology Network – McKesson

Angela Storseth-Cooper is the Senior Director of Government Relations & Public Policy at The US Oncology Network, spearheading initiatives across 32+ states for community oncology practices. She advocates protecting the physician-patient relationship and ensuring patient access to high quality, affordable care in the community setting. Angela actively participates in various industry and community boards. A proud alumna of Texas A&M University, Angela resides in Montgomery, Texas, with her husband, Grant Cooper, who serves as the Head Football Coach at Montgomery High School.

With resounding gratitude Montgomery County Food Bank honors its departing Board Members:

  • Danielle Scheiner, Executive Director, Greater Conroe EDC – Years of Service: December 2017 – June 2024
  • Wade Rogers, Sr. Vice President, Global Human Resources, Huntsman Corporation – Years of Service: May 2018 – June 2024
  • Dr. Ann Snyder, Chairwoman, The Woodlands Township – Years of Service: February 2018 – June 2024
  • George Waggoner, President-Conroe Market, First National Bank Texas – Years of Service: January 2018 – June 2024
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“On behalf of the entire Board, I want to express our sincere thanks to our departing members for their commitment and significant contributions to our organization,” said Jim Wolf, Chairman of the Montgomery County Food Bank Board of Directors. “We are excited to continue building on the solid foundation they helped establish with the guidance of our new esteemed members.”

“We are thrilled to welcome such a talented group of leaders to our Board of Directors,” said Kristine Marlow, President and CEO of Montgomery County Food Bank. “Thanks to the consistent support and strong leadership of our Board, we have achieved incredible growth inour efforts to fight hunger. Now, as we embark on an exciting expansion project during a critical time of increased need in our community, the expertise and passion of our new Board Members will play a vital role in helping us continue to serve Montgomery County. We also extend our deep appreciation to the departing Board Members for their years of dedicated service and the lasting impact they have made.”

Montgomery County Food Bank Board of Directors
Montgomery County Food Bank Board of Directors; Photo Credit: Montgomery County Food Bank

Montgomery County Food Bank Board of Directors:

  • Chairman: Jim Wolf, Retired Managing Partner – Meridian Compensation Partners, LLC
  • Vice Chair: Jim Carman, President, Houston Region – Howard Hughes
  • Treasurer: Kathy Pepper, Retired – ExxonMobil
  • Secretary: Edmund Robb, Parter – Bracewell, LLP

Directors

  • Shannon Barrett, General Manager – Walmart Distribution Center
  • Dominic Clausi, Vice President, Research – ExxonMobil
  • Liz Colvin, Vice President of Merchandising – The Kroger Co.
  • Michael Hancock, Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis – Southwestern Energy
  • Jacqueline Huntsman Calder, Huntsman Family
  • Justin Kendrick, Sr. Vice President and Chief Executive Officer – Memorial Hermann Hospital, The Woodlands, and Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital
  • Sean Meredith, Vice President, Project Delivery – Entergy
  • Reverend Phillip Moore, Executive Pastor – The Ark Church
  • Victor Nivens, Vice President of Human Resources – H-E-B Grocery Company Houston
  • Dr. Curtis Null, Superintendent – Conroe Independent School District
  • Andy Paur, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer – Woodforest National Bank
  • Dr. Stephen Popp, Head of School – The John Cooper School
  • Krystle Riley, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer – Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital
  • Reverend Mark Sorensen, Senior Pastor – The Woodlands Methodist Church
  • Angela Storseth-Cooper, Senior Director, Government Relations – US Oncology Network – McKesson

Founding Member: Betty Hardy, Retired

President & CEO: Kristine Marlow, Montgomery County Food Bank

For more information about Montgomery County Food Bank and its Board of Directors, please visit mcfoodbank.org.

Source: Montgomery County Food Bank

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