At United Way for Greater Austin, we know we do our best work when we take care of one another. We can only make progress in breaking economic barriers and building opportunity for all when we give it our all, every day – and engage community leaders with a wide range of expertise and experience.
“I live United because I know that the fastest way to create a better tomorrow for Austin – a city I’ve known and loved for 30 years – is to work collectively toward shared goals alongside wise and passionate people.”
Ingrid Taylor brings a highly organized and enthusiastic manner to her work, which over the span of her career has included positions as an elected school board trustee as well as senior leadership roles in health and educational non-profit organizations.
“I Live United because together we create a stronger, more resilient community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.”
Alison Bentley leads the Data and Evaluation team, to ensure that data-driven decision making is used to create positive social change in our community. She works collaboratively with United Way team members and community organizations to manage and analyze data to provide valuable insights into the needs and challenges faced by our community, determine the effectiveness of programs and interventions, and measure impact of our community coalitions. Alison has a Ph.D. in Human Development from the University of Texas at Austin.
“I Live United because I believe systems change is more easily achieved by people coming together to collectively create a world where all can access opportunity and prosper equally.”
Aaron DeLaO is an experienced and strategic leader who has successfully created and expanded impactful programs in community and mental health, hunger relief, affordable housing, and employee wellness in Central Texas. In all his work, he aims to collaboratively disrupt the prevailing status quo of inequity and foster a society where all people can achieve their self-determined happiness.
“I Live United because I believe anything is achievable when you have the powerful force of collective good.”
Vanessa Hartman leads systems and operations for the organization. With over 20 years of her career spent at United Way for Greater Austin, she understands the importance of a strong infrastructure. Her passion is ensuring we have a collaborative, innovative, and sustainable working environment so that we can break economic barriers and build opportunities for all.
“I Live United because there is “common unity” in the word “community” and together we can achieve more.”
Ashley Mitchell is a visionary leader empowering change through people. With a passion for social impact, she drives HR strategies that foster collaboration, diversity, and community engagement. Ashley has 15+ years of experience developing and implementing HR strategies that support the organization’s goals and foster a culture of excellence, inclusiveness, and innovation.
“I Live United because Central Texas is better when we all have the resources to thrive.”
Amy Price leads the Navigation Center which includes 2-1-1, ConnectATX, and health care navigation programs. Her previous experience includes being a librarian and special education teacher. She has a bachelor’s degree in Social Work, and a master’s degree in Library Science from The University of Texas.
“I Live United because every person deserves the opportunity to be their authentic self and reach their full potential. The barriers that challenge that can only be overcome when we work together as a community.”
Joy Roscoe is a strategic and passionate leader who leverages her background in Learning and Development. Joy is responsible for the development and execution of the organization’s L&D initiatives. Her goal is to implement leading strategies and principles into every aspect of the organization to ensure we model the change we wish to drive in the community we serve.
