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Aaron Kiel is a dedicated law enforcement professional with over a decade of experience serving the communities of Galveston County, the City of Stafford, and currently, Alvin Independent School District. He holds a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Prairie View A&M University and is a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

With a strong foundation in street-level policing and a passion for working with youth, Aaron now serves as a School Resource Officer, where he focuses on building meaningful relationships with students and staff. His approach goes beyond traditional law enforcement—he mentors and empowers young people, particularly those who are marginalized or at-risk, helping them unlock their potential and make positive life choices.

Aaron's commitment to service extends into his personal life, where he is a devoted husband and father. Known for his integrity, leadership, and unwavering dedication, he is not only a respected officer but also a trusted role model in his community.

Raymond is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and a regular volunteer with the Mission Continues. The Mission Continues is an organization that works to connect veterans with opportunities to continue service and leadership in their communities. Raymond has spent hundreds of hours volunteering in communities around Houston.

Ashley's deep connection to the military community stems from her personal relationships with those who have served our country. Her dedication to supporting veterans has earned her recognition as a top volunteer for The Mission Continues, a nonprofit organization that empowers veterans to continue their service through community impact initiatives. Beyond her hands-on volunteer work, Ashley has been a guiding force for young women. Since 2018, she has mentored more than 30 high school girls through Girls, Women, Sisters, Inc., helping to shape the next generation of leaders by providing guidance, encouragement, and invaluable life skills. Professionally, Ashley has harnessed her experience in Human Resources to advocate and break barriers to provide top talent access to resources and networks to advance their careers, as well as trained Fortune 500 companies how to leverage, promote, and support diverse populations. Driven by a heart for service and a vision for empowerment, Ashley continues to be a beacon of hope and support for youth, veterans, and her community at large.

Johnathan is a passionate Houston Texans fan who participated in our That Deserves a Crown promotion on 10/27 against the Colts!

T'Liza Garcia is a dedicated professional with a multifaceted career spanning the military, veterans' advocacy, and mental health education. As the Alumni Engagement Director for The Mission Continues.Having served eight years in the Texas Army National Guard, including a deployment during Operation Iraqi Freedom, she witnessed firsthand the impact of war. T'Liza has orchestrated large-scale events such as The Women Veterans Empowerment Expo and is an active member of Houston's Mayor's Challenge committee on Veteran Suicide. T'Liza is a proud native of Texas, wife and a mother of two.

Juan Sandoval is a dedicated member of the Houston Community and serves for the Stafford Police Department. He is vital to his community and represents Houston through and through.

Deployed with 525 Military Intelligence to Southern Afghanistan. Oriana was selected to go on missions with combat arms professionals and was the only woman soldier on the team. She has been with a non profit for military Members called The Mission Continues for going in 10 years. Oriana has put in over 2000 hours with the organization and every minute has made her a better leader for Houston.

Mr. Espiridion 'Speedy' Zuniga, a proud native Texan and U.S. Army veteran. Speedy graduated from South Side High School and enlisted in the Army in 2004, where he served multiple tours in Iraq and rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant. Over the course of his military career, he earned numerous awards, including the Combat Action Badge, Army Commendation Medal, and Army Achievement Medal.

After leaving the military, Speedy continued to serve his community as a Department of Defense Police Officer and by taking on leadership roles in nonprofit organizations. He currently serves as Senior Operations Specialist with the USO and remains highly active with American Legion Post 586, Speedy also volunteers as a coach, mentor, and leader for youth programs. Speedy is pursuing a Master's in Nonprofit Management at the University of Houston to further his commitment to helping others.