Leadership Team
Leadership Team
Dedicated Leadership Serving Our Community
DSABV is led by a committed team of professionals and parent volunteers who bring experience, compassion, and dedication to supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families throughout the Brazos Valley.
Leadership Team Members
Amanda Bennett
President
Amanda is a passionate parent advocate and trained mentor, guiding new families through diagnosis and early support. She ensures DSABV programs are inclusive, accessible, and impactful.
Roman Trant
Vice President
Roman builds community partnerships and strategic initiatives to expand DSABV’s reach, connecting schools, organizations, and businesses to promote inclusion.
Tony Cipolla
Member-at-Large
Tony provides governance and program oversight, ensuring DSABV meets its mission of empowering individuals with Down syndrome. He also coordinates volunteers and supports large-scale events.
Sydney Weeks
Board Member
Sydney has been involved with DSABV for 10 years, volunteering and supporting social and educational programs. She teaches Special Education in the Brazos Valley, holds a degree from Texas A&M, and is pursuing her Master of Special Education at Texas Tech.
Priscilla Wolf
Board Member
Owner of Wolf Cleaning Services, Priscilla has been actively volunteering since 2013 with local nonprofits including The Kailee Mills Foundation and Texas A&M’s CARPOOL. She is passionate about community engagement and supporting families and individuals with special needs.
Gina Cipolla
Board Member
Howdy! Gina has been raising her three kids for over 20 years while volunteering in every community she’s lived. Her family’s love for the special needs community, inspired by her cousin Lucas, drives her dedication. Gina currently substitutes in the CSISD special education department and brings deep passion for supporting individuals with special needs. #LiveLikeLucas
Darla Dyke
Director of Operations
Darla Dyke leads day-to-day operations and program management at DSABV. She oversees New Baby Outreach, education classes, social and community events, and ensures families receive timely support, resources, and meaningful opportunities to thrive.
Jorge Borrego
Treasurer
Jorge is an education policy analyst and former DSABV staff member, with experience in organizational data, events, and administration. He holds a Master of Public Administration from the Bush School of Government and brings strategic oversight to DSABV finances.
Kelly Yanoush
Secretary
Kelly is a BCBA at Aggieland Autism Center and brings her professional expertise to DSABV, focusing on meaningful engagement and program development. Outside of work, she enjoys family life and CrossFit.
Amanda Harris
board member
Amanda, a College Station native and mother of four, previously worked in CSISD life skills classrooms. She supports DSABV through volunteer efforts like Pride Assist Baseball and board participation, bringing energy and care to the community.
Misty Trant
member-at-large
Misty is a dedicated community supporter, wife, and mother/stepmother of three. A Bryan native and Texas A&M graduate in Finance, she serves as VP/Mortgage Operations Manager at American Momentum Bank. Introduced to DSABV through her husband Roman, Misty brings her passion for supporting families with special needs and helping the organization provide meaningful programs and services.
Lindsey Armstrong
Lindsey Armstrong
Lindsey Armstrong is passionate about creating inclusive and accepting communities. As Supervisor of the WellFIT Program at St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital, she focuses on accessible care and supporting families through health and wellness initiatives. With a background in Exercise Science, Recreational Therapy, and serving vulnerable populations, Lindsey brings compassion, advocacy, and a strong commitment to helping individuals with Down syndrome thrive.
Kathy Tomkins
board members
Mom to the best 7 yr old homie with an extra chromie! Life has been such a blessing with Brielle! Kathy is a retired English teacher and currently teaches Zumba. She loves all things adventure related, like camping, hiking, traveling, and roller derby! Kathy is excited to join the DSABV board to help out however she can!
Richard Ross
board members
I am currently a store manager for the Kroger company. Over the last 26 years, I've held various positions in the company. These include human resources, merchandising, and financial operations. After my daughter's autism diagnosis, my family received much support from the DSABV. This drew us close to the organization. I'm happily married to Ashley Ross. We have three beautiful kids, Aubrey (5), Kacen (8), and Mariah (13). In my spare time, I enjoy hunting, fishing, and barbecuing.
Dylan Stasa
board members
Dylan Stasa is dedicated to supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families in the Brazos Valley. Dylan brings a passion for advocacy, community engagement, and inclusion to the DSABV board. He is committed to helping DSABV provide meaningful programs, resources, and opportunities that empower every member of the community.
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The Down Syndrome Association of Brazos Valley empowers individuals, educates families, and enhances communities so that every person with Down syndrome can thrive in the life of their choosing.
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