Our Mission
The mission of The Center for Health Care Services Foundation is to improve the lives of children and adults with behavioral health challenges or intellectual disabilities by securing resources that create awareness and advance the goals of The Center For Health Care Services.
Board of Directors
Kathryn Keeton, Ph.D.
Kathryn E. Keeton, Ph.D. currently serves as Executive Director of the Center for Professional Excellence in the College of Business and as an Associate Professor in the Management Department. Recognized in 2020 as a 40 under 40 honoree and in 2017 for the San Antonio Business Journal Women Leadership award, Keeton is a successful entrepreneur and co-founder of an organizational development consulting firm, Minerva Works Solutions. She is also a licensed psychologist in the state of Texas and her specialties include executive coaching, leadership, team development and entrepreneurship. She has authored and co-authored research publications on topics related to innovation, team development, employee engagement and leadership training. Keeton is a member of the Society for Industrial-Organizational Psychologists (SIOP), and the American Psychological Association (APA).
Marques Mitchell
Marques, a graduate from Hampton University with a Bachelor of Science Business brings 20 years of collective experience working in real estate, economic development, architecture, engineering, and construction industries. Skilled in leadership, strategic negotiations,
business planning, operations management, sales, and market research, he is currently Director of Strategic Growth and Development for Turner
Construction Company. Prior to this Marques served as Director of
Planning and Development for Brooks City Base where he oversaw more than $350+ million in development projects on Brooks’ emerging 1,300+ acre campus including hotels, residential options, retail, commercial, industrial, educational facilities, and an urban linear park.
Adriana Rocha Garcia, Ph.D.
Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia is President & CEO of the Center for Health Empowerment in South Texas (CHEST), a nonprofit organization focused on expanding access to healthcare, strengthening pathways to health careers, and addressing the life expectancy gap affecting underserved communities across San Antonio and South Texas.
A lifelong resident of Southwest San Antonio, Dr. Rocha Garcia became the first woman elected to represent District 4 on the San Antonio City Council in 2019 and served three terms. During her tenure, she held leadership roles addressing community health, economic and workforce development, planning, and municipal utilities.
Dr. Rocha Garcia earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of the Incarnate Word and a Ph.D. in Advertising from The University of Texas at Austin. She spent 16 years as a tenured faculty member in the School of Business and Leadership at Our Lady of the Lake University.
Her extensive record of civic and nonprofit leadership includes service with numerous local, state, and national organizations. She was inducted into the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame in 2022 and has been recognized throughout her career for her commitment to public service, education, workforce development, and underserved communities.
Shari Hromas
Shari Hromas is a dedicated advocate for mental health, actively supporting initiatives that enhance services for individuals and families affected by mental illness. She currently serves on the Development Board of The Center, contributing to community-driven philanthropic efforts. Additionally, she is a member of the Executive Board of NAMI Greater San Antonio, where she plays a key role in organizing the annual NAMI Walk and other donor-focused events.
A graduate of the 2021 Masters Leadership Program, Hromas brings strong executive board experience to her role. She is committed to advancing mental health initiatives and community engagement through her leadership.
Cerise Marie Edmonds
Cerise Marie Edmonds is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor
Associate committed to providing effective mental health counseling services. She currently
serves in an executive leadership role in the Alvarez College of Business at UTSA. Her
educational journey includes a B.S. in Family and Child Development, an M.Ed. in Student
Affairs, and an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Cerise has a strong foundation in
mental health counseling. She has experience as a neurofeedback technician working with the
San Antonio community and has provided counseling services to undergraduate students in the
College of Education and Human Development department at UTSA. She is an active member
of the American Counseling Association (ACA), the International Society for Neuroregulation &
Research (ISNR), an alumni member of Sigma Alpha Chi Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota, and Phi
Kappa Phi Honor Society. Cerise continually seeks opportunities for growth and development to
enhance her ability to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
Fernanda Cardenas
Fernanda Cardenas is a dedicated nonprofit executive and community advocate in San Antonio, currently serving as the founding Executive Director of the Gonzaba Foundation, the nonprofit arm of Gonzaba Medical Group. With a strong background in public service and healthcare advocacy, she has focused her career on improving the quality of life for seniors and underserved communities across South Texas. Cardenas previously worked with UnitedHealth Group, leading initiatives aimed at reducing health disparities and increasing access to care. A graduate of St. Mary’s University, she holds degrees in political science and public administration and serves on numerous civic and nonprofit boards throughout San Antonio. Her leadership and advocacy efforts have earned recognition from several local and statewide organizations.
Graciela A. Cigarroa
Graciela A. Cigarroa is an attorney serving as general counsel for Centro Med, a Federally Qualified Health Center. Her legal focus is health law. Prior to her current position, she was in private practice specializing in nonprofit law and healthcare privacy and security representing nonprofits, healthcare and education organizations. Cigarroa served on the Bexar County Women’s Bar Association Board of Directors for seven years chairing the Elder Law Handbook Project. She completed a six- year gubernatorial appointment with the Department of State Health Services Council. She is past chair of the Mental Health Association of Texas. She has also served on the boards of United Way, United Way Women’s Leadership Council.
Dr. Keely Holland Petty
Dr. Keely Holland Petty is best known as the Mother Teresa in her community. Since 2006 she has been the Program Director for Bethel Community Development Corporation, Inc. She is responsible for providing daily oversight of local, state, private donors, and federal grants. She is a prolific international conference speaker, author, and empowerment specialist. She is the founder of Kick Start Your Life™ with Dr. Keely! She provides Wellness Coaching, Counseling, and Consulting that combines faith and principles of psychology. Dr. Petty also works with several AIDS service organizations such as BEATAIDS, South Texas AIDS Network, Texas Black Women Initiative HIV/AIDS, Worth Life, Churches HIV Intervention Prevention Program, and Faith in Action.
Anthony Medina
Anthony Medina is a respected business development and community relations professional in San Antonio, serving as Business Development Principal for Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, a leading Texas-based MEP engineering firm. Known for his relationship-driven approach and strong ties across the architecture, engineering, construction, and civic sectors, Medina has played a key role in expanding partnerships and supporting projects that positively impact communities throughout Texas. He is also recognized for his commitment to service initiatives and community engagement efforts across San Antonio, recently having served as a board member for the Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas.
Gavino Ramos
Gavino Ramos currently serves as the Vice President of Communications, External Affairs & Conservation for the San Antonio Water System (SAWS). In this role, Mr. Ramos reports directly to the organization’s President/Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for the strategic and tactical oversight of developing, implementing, and administering SAWS’ award-winning Communications and External Affairs programs which include the areas of public relations, social media, local governmental affairs, internal and external communications, as well as community and educational outreach. He oversees the nationally recognized Conservation Department as it rolls out innovative incentive programs and technology to encourage further water savings among customers.Gavino Ramos currently serves as the Vice President of Communications, External Affairs & Conservation for the San Antonio Water System (SAWS). In this role, Mr. Ramos reports directly to the organization’s President/Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for the strategic and tactical oversight of developing, implementing, and administering SAWS’ award-winning Communications and External Affairs programs which include the areas of public relations, social media, local governmental affairs, internal and external communications, as well as community and educational outreach. He oversees the nationally recognized Conservation Department as it rolls out innovative incentive programs and technology to encourage further water savings among customers.
Sarah Magill-McLornan
Sarah is a licensed master-level social worker (LMSW) who worked for both mayors Julian Castro and Ron Nirenberg on constituent services, policy, and public relations. Previous to that, she served as Foster Care Case Manager, and then Director of Adoptions for Baptist Child and Family Services (BCFS). Sarah has served on the Carver Community
Cultural Center board, and as a CASA advocate. Sarah is a graduate of Jefferson High School in San Antonio, Mount Holyoke College in Massachusetts, and the University of Texas at Austin. She and her husband Paul are proud parents of James, age 7.
Jane H. Macon
Jane Macon focuses her practice on public finance and administrative law, public and private partnerships, real estate, civil litigation, zoning, planting, condemnation, and municipal bonds. From 1977-1983, Jane served as City Attorney for of the City of San Antonio. Jane was the first woman to hold this position. She was appointed by President Clinton to serve on the Selective Service Appeal Board since 2000. Jane currently serves as chair of Siebert Financial Corporation.
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