TCEA Staff
The TCEA staff works out of our headquarters in Austin, Texas. We are enthusiastically committed to helping educators. We work diligently to provide relevant, up-to-date information and opportunities that can help our members be successful.
Leadership
Lori Gracey, CAE
Executive Director
Ben Starr
Deputy Executive Director
Membership
Robert Bennett
Member Engagement Director
Erin Vitellaro
Membership and Database Coordinator
Professional Development
Visit our Professional Learning page to learn more about our Professional Development team and services.
Diana Benner
Director of Professional Development
Dr. Bruce Ellis
Director of Professional Development
Miguel Guhlin
Director of Professional Development
Peggy Reimers
Director of Professional Development
Jessica Harbison
Administrative Assistant - Professional Development
Events, Partnerships,
and Sponsors
Sammy Unberhagen
Director of Exhibits, Sponsorships, and Events
Janny Vasquez
Events Administrative Assistant
Sherry Wagner, CMP
Director of Convention Program and Logistics
Jeannine Freeman
Partnerships and Events Manager
Communications and Marketing
Sara Qualls
Digital Marketing Specialist
Emily Horn
Communications Specialist
Eric Rodriguez
Graphic Design Specialist
Advocacy
Matt Russell
Director of Governmental Relations
Operations
Katie Treat
Operations and Projects Manager
Charlene Kennedy
Accountant
Hanna Haptar
Administrative Assistant - Accounting