

Director of Land Acquisitions at
The Calara Group
Jesse Fulcher, Director of Land Acquisitions for The Calara Group, brings 20+ years of expertise in zoning and planning to Habitat. He serves on key committees to support affordable housing initiatives in NWA.

Executive Vice President and Loan Manager at Arvest Bank
Gene Gates, EVP at Arvest Bank, has over 40 years of industry experience and serves on Habitat's board. His leadership supports Habitat’s mission of building homes and strengthening communities in NWA.

Attorney at
Watkins, Boyer, Gray & Curry, PLLC
Attorney Catelynn Gibbs specializes in real estate, estate planning, and litigation. She contributes her legal expertise to Habitat’s mission of building affordable housing and fostering community growth.

Market President at Generations Bank
Dakota is a strategic leader and financial advisor, dedicated to client success and regional growth. He leverages his 15+ years of financial insight to support Habitat's mission of creating sustainable, affordable housing solutions in NWA.

Vice Chairman at Grand Savings Bank
Tyler Steele, brings experience in construction and banking to the Habitat board. As a lifelong resident of Northwest Arkansas, he is committed to supporting affordable housing in the region he calls home.

Manager at Nabholz Construction
Chris Moore, a construction professional with over 20 years of experience, serves on the Habitat board. His insight and expertise
in the construction industry supports the organization’s mission of creating stable homes for families.

Financial Advisor & SmartVestor Pro
Vance Layne, a financial advisor and SmartVestor Pro, serves on the Habitat board. With a passion for community service, he supports Habitat's mission to provide affordable housing in NWA.

Executive Real Estate Broker at Viridian Real Estate
With years of experience guiding families through the home-buying process, Hayley brings valuable insight into local housing needs and market trends. Hayley is passionate about supporting the mission of providing affordable homes for families across NWA.

Community Development Mortgage Lender at Arvest Bank
José Hernandez, a top-producing mortgage lender since 2004, serves on the Habitat board. Fluent in Spanish, he is dedicated to supporting families in achieving homeownership and financial stability.

Senior Director of ESG Strategy at Walmart
KC has previously served as Senior Director of Programs at Habitat Philadelphia, leading program strategy and advanced affordable homeownership initiatives. She brings organizational knowledge and firsthand Habitat experience to support Habitat NWA’s mission locally.

Senior Lead Counsel of Health and Wellness
at Walmart
Scott Jackson, Walmart Lead Counsel, contributes more than 15 years of legal and business expertise to the board. He is particularly passionate about the generational impact of affordable housing and its ability to transform the local community.

VP of Treasury Management at Generations Bank
Tara Pandher, a leader in sales and operations, uses her skills in coaching and problem-solving to support Habitat’s mission. She is deeply involved in fostering relationships that drive community impact.

Director of Deli Marketing and Customer Planning
at Tyson Foods
Regina Peck has 20+ years of brand and strategy development experience as a Habitat board member. She serves on the Marketing and PR committee to support bringing affordable housing options to communities in Northwest Arkansas.

Ashley Wheeler, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Arkansas, grew up in a Habitat home in Fayetteville and is passionate about giving back to the organization. With a background in mortgage lending, she and her husband have called Northwest Arkansas home for over 30 years, raising their five children in Fayetteville.
As an equal opportunity housing provider, Habitat for Humanity provides housing opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, familial status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.