Mr. Neal Bondy is the President of the Optima Training and Consulting Group in Dallas, Texas. He began his career in Human Resource Management in 1964 while serving as a Captain in the United States Air Force. His undergraduate degree is in Latin American History with a minor in Spanish from Texas Christian University. He received his MBA in Organizational Behavior from Southern Methodist University. He spent twenty-five years working in Human Resource Management with Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO). His last four years with ARCO were in Anchorage Alaska as a loaned executive to the Trans Alaska Pipeline Company known as Aleyeska. Mr. Bondy served for seven years on the faculty of the Graduate School of Management at the University of Dallas teaching in the MBA Program. In 1997, Neal was elected National Chairman of the Board for the world’s largest Human Resource Society (S.H.R.M.). Neal retired as a Regional Director of the Johnson and Johnson Consulting Group after serving in that capacity for fifteen years. Neal has consulted with Company Boards, Presidents and Executive Teams in many for profit and nonprofit organizations. He is an expert in Leadership and Executive Team Development. Neal was elected to the Board of New Hope equine Therapy in 2022. He is excited to serve as Chairman and help lead the board in their work to serve the North Texas community.

Kimberly Rogers is a passionate advocate for the healing power of horses, having personally experienced the life-changing benefits of equine therapy. Her love for horses, coupled with a deep commitment to volunteering, makes her a natural fit for our organization. Kimberly is a dedicated community builder with a passion for design. She currently works at Gold Mountain Gallery in Fort Worth and at Spenser Wayne Interiors in Dallas. Kimberly is a long-time supporter of New Hope and is eager to assist with the annual Hope Gala and continued fundraising endeavors. Kim looks forward to helping grow the programs at New Hope and bringing the magic of therapeutic riding to as many people as possible.

Kathleen retired from IBM where she led the North America Industries Digital Marketing Team. She is drawn to help those with special needs because of her family connections as well as her experience volunteering for years with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. She lends her business expertise to assist with web site management, communications and digital promotions. In her spare time, Kathleen enjoys gardening, yoga, playing golf and spending time with family. Kathleen also serves as the Board Secretary and loves doing all she can to help New Hope succeed in our mission to help those with disabilities.

Denise’s passion for New Hope comes from witnessing her teenage daughter’s miraculous recovery from a battle with severe depression and anxiety due in no small part to working with the people and horses of New Hope. A seasoned sales professional Denise has spent close to 30 years working in the luxury hospitality field; building and leading teams that strategically work with hotels around the world to deliver results. She is currently Director of Strategy and Business Development for Hidden Doorways, a global luxury representation and consulting firm. Her gift of connecting people lends itself to growing awareness of New Hope’s programs and the much-needed resource it provides the North Texas Community especially as it relates to adolescent mental health. Denise looks forward to leveraging her sales skills to help New Hope’s fundraising efforts. A mother of twin teenage daughters, she enjoys all things food and wine, reading, music and being outdoors.

Dave is a 33 year IT professional currently employed as a Senior Product Manager by Oracle Corporation. He is an avid outdoorsman, and has the heart of a teacher. Dave coached all three of his children over a 14 year period in different sports, and spent eight years as a board member and tournament director for the Colleyville Girls Softball Association. Dave’s ability to troubleshoot problems and provide cost effective solutions is critical to New Hope operations. He enjoys getting to know the New Hope volunteers and getting his hands dirty while he takes care of the New Hope facilities and infrastructure.

Danielle White is a Medical Laboratory Scientist, entrepreneur, and healthcare education advocate dedicated to advancing workforce development and expanding access to high-quality training. With a deep passion for clinical laboratory science, healthcare staffing, and professional education, Danielle has built a career at the intersection of medical innovation and community impact. As the Founder and President of Metro Health Institute, she has played a pivotal role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals. The institute offers comprehensive certifications in phlebotomy, clinical medical assisting, and mental health technician training, ensuring students receive hands-on, industry-relevant education. Through strategic partnerships with vocational rehabilitation programs, workforce development boards, and self-pay lab networks, she has helped countless individuals gain the skills needed to thrive in the healthcare field. Danielle is also the CEO of Metro Health Staffing, a premier provider of mobile and concierge phlebotomy services, specializing in on-site STAT collections, clinical trial support, and corporate wellness testing. With a nationwide reach—including Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada—Metro Health Staffing ensures efficient, high-quality diagnostic services for healthcare facilities, research organizations, and private clients. Beyond education and staffing, Danielle is a dedicated philanthropist and mentor. She is the driving force behind the Metro Health Scholarship Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides scholarships and financial aid for individuals pursuing careers in healthcare. By eliminating financial barriers, she is helping shape a stronger, more diverse medical workforce. Her role as a Medical Laboratory Scientist gives her unique insight into clinical diagnostics, laboratory management, and patient-centered care. This expertise, combined with her leadership in healthcare, makes her a valuable asset to New Hope Equine Therapy’s Board of Directors. Danielle firmly believes in the healing power of equine-assisted therapy and is passionate about helping the organization grow, develop new partnerships, and enhance its outreach efforts. When she’s not leading healthcare workforce initiatives, Danielle enjoys mentoring aspiring healthcare professionals, advocating for mental health awareness, and seeking innovative ways to improve patient care and community wellness. She is honored to serve on the Board of Directors for New Hope Equine Therapy and is committed to helping the organization make a lasting impact on the lives of those it serves.

Christine Cioffe currently advises and consults for a variety of companies in Sustainability, Specialty Industrials, Agriculture and Bio-Pharmaceutical industries. She also is a board member on several privately held companies in the industrials and agriculture/nutrition space as well as for several non-profits in the sustainability and education areas. Her prior experience includes leading large R&D organizations at PepsiCo (food and beverage) and Merck & Co (pharmaceuticals) with focus on R&D innovation, productivity, disruptive technologies as well as execution of enterprise-wide business processes and governance. Chris is a passionate advocate for life-long learning and exploring (and breaking down) boundaries as well as mentoring and coaching people at all stages of their career.

Bart Lesniewicz is a retired United States Marine with 20 years of Honorable Service. His time in the USMC was on both sides of the aisle, first as an Enlisted Marine and then becoming an Officer in 1998. He retired in 2016 here in Fort Worth, Texas. During his Marine Corps time he served in the Infantry, recruiting, strategic planning and technical publication writing. He participated in Combat Operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kosovo and Africa. Since retirement he has worked as a Safety Director at an Oil Company in the Fort Worth area and as the Chief Deputy County Clerk at Tarrant County. He and his wife of 27 years, Laura Lesniewicz, live in north Fort Worth, they have 2 children, 3 horses, 3 dogs and 2 cats. He also serves as a board member for Cowtown Warriors, a Veterans Non-Profit in North Texas. He is excited to be a part of this important organization.

Aaron is a Senior Director with Greystar Real Estate Partners in Dallas, Texas, where his responsibilities include all revenue and financial reporting for Greystar’s Advantage Solutions group, as well as management of property billbacks and national contracts. Prior to joining Greystar in 2010, Mr. Sturman spent two years with Goldman Sachs Specialty Lending Group, managing a portfolio of asset-backed lending facilities, and 15 years with Wells Fargo, where he held various management positions. Aaron attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned his BBA with a double major in Finance and Marketing. Aaron’s passion for volunteer work and love of animals, as well as the opportunity to help others, drew him to this position.