Nuestro trabajo, que cambia vidas, no tendría éxito sin un equipo lleno de energía y dedicación.
Equipo directivo
Pam Bryant
Executive Director
pam@beginanew.org
Pam lleva 20 años trabajando en varios puestos de liderazgo en organizaciones sin ánimo de lucro de impacto social. Su pasión y capacidad de liderazgo han contribuido a involucrar a la comunidad en la creación de un impacto que cambia la vida a través de numerosas asociaciones de colaboración con otras organizaciones sin ánimo de lucro de impacto social, empresas, particulares y gobiernos.
Pam es licenciada en Ciencias Empresariales por la Universidad de Lipscomb. Pam está comprometida a ampliar continuamente sus habilidades de liderazgo.
Teresa Watts
Program Director
teresa@beginanew.org
Teresa brings 26 years of experience supporting the strategic direction of churches and non-profit organizations, leading teams, developing people, and setting goals and budgets while pursuing the mission and vision of the organization. Her most recent leadership role was launching a nonprofit mental health agency for kids impacted by trauma.
Teresa is a graduate of Azusa Pacific University with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education. Teresa is an avid reader and lifelong learner who is passionate about living out her mission for Jesus.
Tyler Chapman
Office and Marketing Coordinator
tyler@beginanew.org
Tyler’s background includes 4 years of marketing and social media management experience. With a passion for helping others through connection and organization, Tyler utilizes his skills in communication to foster relationships and impact his local community. Tyler was excited to join Begin Anew’s mission to help students achieve their goals and break the cycle of poverty.
Tyler graduated from Olivet Nazarene University with a degree in Music Composition. He is an enthusiastic problem solver with an emphasis on people first.
Bonnie Matthews
Development Director
bonnie@beginanew.org
Bonnie has served in various nonprofit roles over the past 25 years, from fundraising and financial management to community engagement and professional development. She enjoys building human-centered systems for social impact. Her greatest delight is connecting partners to bring their dreams to life.
Bonnie is a graduate of New York University, where she received her BA in Art History and MA in History, with research focused on Christian foundations of the early United States and racial reconciliation in the Pentecostal church.
Directores de programas de campus
Andrea Waters
Madison Campus Program Manager
madison@beginanew.org
Andrea se licenció en Psicología por la Universidad del Norte de Florida y obtuvo un máster en Gestión de Organizaciones. Su experiencia laboral anterior incluye un papel como especialista en colocación de carrera y como especialista en empleo. Tiene más de 25 años de experiencia combinada en Educación y Desarrollo Laboral. Apasionada y decidida en su trabajo - ella está en su mejor momento cuando ayuda a otros a descubrir lo mejor de sí mismos.
Shane Hitchcock
Online Campus Program Manager
online@beginanew.org
Shane se mudó a Nashville en 2009 junto con su esposa Leigh y sus dos hijas Hannah y Rebekah. Recibió una licenciatura en Psicología de Mississippi College y una Maestría en Divinidad en Educación Cristiana del Seminario Teológico Bautista del Sur. Shane tiene una pasión por trabajar con estudiantes y equiparlos para la vida. Shane sirvió en el ministerio estudiantil en IN, MS, FL, KY, y TN por más de 15 años.
Landon Stratton
Franklin Campus Program Manager
franklin@beginanew.org
Landon graduated from Cedarville University with a BA in Intercultural Studies and is a certified instructor of the English language. He has experience in leadership and education in classrooms both within the United States as well as internationally. Landon is passionate about serving and equipping others in the spirit of Jesus Christ, seeing them overcome obstacles and reach their goals. A native of Kentucky, Landon moved to Nashville in 2024 and is excited to be serving the Nashville community.
Christopher Hodgin
Woodbine Campus Program Manager
woodbine@beginanew.org
Christopher graduated from Trevecca University with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration and an emphasis in music business. His past experience is in the music industry working with artists and music executives. Christopher has a passion for serving adult students and glorifying the Lord through fostering relationships and connecting with others. His hobbies include listening and playing music, reading, and exercising.
Tonya LaDeau
Nashville Campus Program Manager
nashville@beginanew.org
Tonya is a native Nashvillian. She graduated from Kaplan University with a BS in Legal Studies. Tonya has nearly 18 years of experience working for the State of Tennessee, most recently helping those with intellectual and developmental disabilities receive the support and protection they need. Tonya has also served in many volunteer roles at Begin Anew over the years: mentor, prayer partner, tutor, and for the last few years, a Bible study teacher. Tonya is passionate about walking alongside others in their journey to know Christ.
