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 brings more than 20 years of heartfelt leadership to mission-driven organizations across the social impact sector. She helps organizations grow stronger by guiding strategy, building capacity, and deepening community engagement for lasting, measurable impact. Passionate about uniting people around a shared purpose, Pam cultivates trusted partnerships with nonprofit peers, corporate partners, donors, and government agencies to expand impact and support long-term success.
Pam is a graduate of Lipscomb University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. Pam is committed to continuously expanding her leadership skills.
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 Manager
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
Crievewood Campus Program Manager
crievewood@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.
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.
Reid Richter
Franklin Campus Program Manager
franklin@beginanew.org
Reid moved to Nashville in 2024 and has been working in the production industry during that time. He also serves in college ministry leadership at his church, developing curriculum for small groups. In 2025, he began volunteering at the Woodbine campus, assisting with administrative duties as well as teaching. During that time, he developed a passion for the mission and vision of Begin Anew, and he is excited to be part of the program team, serving students in the Franklin area. He is also continuing his education, taking online classes at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Shelley Walters
Online Campus Program Coordinator
online@beginanew.org
Shelley has dedicated 20 years to serving adult learners in community college settings, specializing in teaching English and developmental education. She is passionate about discipleship and creating supportive learning environments that foster both academic and spiritual growth. She holds a B.A. from the University of San Diego and an M.A. from San Diego State University, and is certified in developmental education through Appalachian State University. Shelley began her journey with Begin Anew as a volunteer at the Franklin campus and is excited to continue supporting its mission.
