Building Partnerships
We dream big at Peace for Pearland. We dream about a future in which artists have space to practice, instruct, perform, and create. We'll reach this future through partnerships. | Serving our Community
At the heart of our desire to build partnerships for the arts is our desire to serve our community. We are committed to making Pearland a better place and bringing peace to all through the arts. |
Peace for Pearland Board Members Scott Cummings - President Mark Ingram - Vice-President Susan Jenkins - Treasurer Natascha Gotesky - At-Large Board Member Perry Herrington - At-Large Board Member Stacey Perez - At-Large Board Member Mary Wilmarth - At-Large Board Member
Scott Cummings - President Who Am I: I'm blessed to be married to Carrie, and blessed with three terrific kids, Jake, Ben, & Caroline. I'm so excited to be here at Peace for Pearland! I can see great things happening here! I'm thrilled to be part of such a vibrant, dynamic, committed, faithful bunch of friends committed to serving a burgeoning arts community in Pearland. Where I'm from: I came to Pearland in 2010 from Conroe, where I served as an Associate Pastor. I graduated from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in 2002. I was born and raised in Houston and went to college and seminary in Austin. I spent many summers at Camp Cho-Yeh in Livingston,Texas, both as a camper growing up, and as a counselor and administrator. My wife, Carrie, grew up in Austin and we met in college at the University of Texas at Austin, where I earned a B.A. degree in psychology. Favorites: Food: My homemade fajitas, my wife's cakeballs, mint chocolate brownies with Bluebell Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream, street tacos at Emma's MexMex, and the chicken nachos at Killen's TMX. Where I see Peace for Pearland being a blessing in our community: Peace for Pearland was founded to create partnerships that will bless the overall art community in Pearland and beyond. We've already seen partnerships forming that will bring fruit in the arts community, such as the Second Saturdays for the Arts events held in conjunction with Peace Church, and the arts groups joining in events in the park like the huge Community Easter Egg Hunt held in 2019 at Southdown Park. Local arts groups have partnered in our golf tournament in 2019 as well and the art show was a big hit! The golf tournament benefited the Foundation for Creative Leadership arts nonprofit and we've also benefited the newly formed Pearland Chamber Orchestra in their inaugural concert in December 2019. These partnership have served to further the goals of enhancing the arts community in Pearland in mutual cooperation and will continue to do so in the future!
Mark Ingram - Vice President Who Am I: My name is Mark Ingram. I have lived in Pearland over 20 years. My wife Monica and my two children Michael and Jessica very much enjoy being part of this wonderful community. Where I'm from: I am a native Houstonian that watched this city transform in the 70's and 80's. I graduated from Sharpstown High School and proceeded to the Missouri University of Science and Technology (University of Missouri – Rolla) where I received my degree in civil engineering. I got back to the Great State of Texas as fast as I could. Missouri was beautiful, but it sure got cold in the winter. Where I see Peace for Pearland being a blessing in our community: Bringing a renewed focus to the importance of the arts in our community.
Susan Jenkins - Treasurer Who Am I: Susan Jenkins is a mother of 2 adult children and has lived in the Houston area since 1969. She's taught Sunday School, hosted Bible Study Groups and led fund-raising efforts among many other volunteer activities. Graduating with a BS degree in Accounting and Finance, she earned a CPA license in Texas, Susan has spent her last 15 years in the oil and gas industry. Susan is honored to Peace for Pearland in any way she can.
Natascha Gotesky - At Large Board Member Who Am I: I am a wife to my wonderful husband for 20 years, mother to my beautiful daughter, who is a gift from God, and I am blessed to be a creative educator, working with children in early childhood, elementary, middle and high school! Having a profound passion for both Children and Art, I commend the importance of artistic expression and creative education beginning in early childhood. Creativity is both my Passion and Purpose! This has enabled me to establish a business and a lifestyle with the sole purpose of INSPIRING THE CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE WHOLE CHILD! Over the past two decades my company has developed and implemented highly acclaimed, dynamic, and interactive ART and STEAM instruction in art classes, camps and workshops, specifically designed to meet the needs of children and their educators. Our philosophy pays particular attention to the ever-changing facets and influences of society and our environment. For this reason, we embrace community outreach programs to empower children to help people (including first responders and the elderly), to support wildlife and pet rescue programs, to educate children about real environmental issues like the plight of honey bees…and so much more! Where I'm from: I am originally from South Africa, where I was born and raised. My love for children, animals and art began as a young child and has inspirited my life over the years, translating my work into His purpose for my life! Pearland has been our home for the past fourteen years, and the community in which we have raised our daughter and hopefully inspired many children! My bachelor’s degrees in both Child Development and in English, coupled with a Child Development Associates Credential, have enabled me to work in multiple settings with children and their educators to ensure that creative art instruction is developmentally appropriate and stimulating. Favorites: Where I see Peace for Pearland being a blessing in our community: Peace for Pearland promotes community outreach programs via the Arts, which is in line with our mission at Art Camp. The more children we can reach through the arts, the more we can cultivate their love for themselves, their family, our community and the world around them! Together, we can inspire learning of Art Techniques, enhance Brain Development, promote Confidence, implement Interdisciplinary Learning, encourage Problem-Solving Skills, and enhance Social Interaction. The Arts are simply enjoyable! Creating fun, whimsical art can inspire a giggle or two, reminding us of how beautiful, enjoyable, and simple life can be! Why is creativity so important, you may ask? Inspiring the creative development of each child is paramount, as being creative helps one become a better problem solver in all areas of life. Creativity helps one see things differently and better deal with uncertainty. Studies show that creative people are better able to adapt their thinking to allow for the flow of the unknown, thereby making them more successful in life! Peace for Pearland is a blessing to our community and to our children!
Perry Herrington - At-Large Board Member Who Am I: I am Perry Herrington. I'm married to Phyllis Herrington and we have two sons, a daughter in law and two grandsons. I am also a proud Veteran. Where I'm from: I am from Longview, Texas; born in Kilgore, TX. Graduation from Longview HS & played trumpet there. In Kilgore, I got an Associate's Degree in Business. Then I moved to Houston to go to University of Houston where I recieved a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. Professionally, I worked in Human Resource Management for large companies. Favorites: Where I see Peace for Pearland being a blessing in our community: We're looking to grow Peace for Pearland and seeking new members so that we can bless our community.
Stacey Perez - At-Large Board Member Who Am I: My name is Stacey Perez. I have lived in Pearland for over 12 years. I have been married to my husband, Ruben Perez, for 16 years. I have two children - daughter, Katherine and son, Roman. I am a member of Peace Presbyterian Church. I graduated from THE Univeristiy of Austin with a Bachelor's of Science in Microbiology. I've volunteered with the Girl & Boy Scouts. Where I'm from: Originally from Karnes City, Texas, where I still have family, including my 102 year old grandfather, who I love dearly. Favorites: Where I see Peace for Pearland being a blessing in our community: I see that Peace for Pearland will be a blessing in our community to adults and children who have not been exposed to the arts. Peace for Pearland has the ability to reach people within Pearland where they are now.
Mary Wilmarth - At-Large Board Member Who am I: I am delighted to be a member of this group and look forward to serving in the Arts for the Community of Pearland. Where I'm from: I moved to Pearland, Texas in 2002. I am originally from the state of Arkansas moving to Houston in 1962 to work for the in the National Aeronautics Space Administration, at Johnson Space Craft Center in the area of Personnel Administration. I retired from NASA in 1977 and opened my own business (Wilmarth's Antiques and Interiors) retiring from this business in 2010. Favorites: Food: Italian or French. Anything Chocolate for desert Where I see Peace for Pearland being a blessing in our community: Since the founding of Peace for Pearland there have been several events that have enhanced the Art Community in Pearland. I see many of these things continuing and many more partnerships being formed to benefit the Arts for the Pearland Community. |
Susan Jenkins
