Board of Directors
TLC Academy School Board
Board President: Walt Landers has dedicated his life to serving God, and others. With a construction and commercial building background, he quickly found his true calling in ministry and education. He served as a pastor in Central Texas for several years before returning to San Angelo in 1997 to lead the Tree of Life Church, now known as The Life Church. Under his leadership, the church has experienced tremendous growth and has built new facilities to accommodate its growing membership.
In 2009, Dr. Landers founded Texas Leadership Public Schools providing the very first public charter school in San Angelo. The District has since grown to serve 4,000+ students and over 500 employees in five cities including San Angelo, Midland, Abilene, Arlington, and Cedar Hill.
With a deep commitment to improving lives, Dr. Landers' ultimate goal is to shape and mold the future leaders of tomorrow through quality education and leadership training. His servant's heart and dedication to his community are unparalleled, and he has made a lasting impact through his work in both ministry and education. He is married to JoAnn Landers, and has four children, four grandchildren and one great- grandchild.
Board Vice-President: Tommy Olive is a lifelong resident of San Angelo. He is a third-generation nurseryman and owner of his family's business (Olive's Nursery). A graduate of Texas Tech University, Tommy has been very involved in our local community, serving on various boards and contributing to the growth and development of our city for years. Tommy is one of our school's original board members, now known as Texas Leadership Public Schools.
Board Secretary: Charity Vasquez is a highly dedicated and accomplished financial professional with a passion for education and a commitment to excellence. Born and raised in San Angelo, Texas, she graduated from Central High School and went on to receive her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Angelo State University. Throughout her twenty plus year career, Charity has held various key roles in the education sector, starting at San Angelo ISD where she worked in the Business Office as the Cash and Investment Manager, Budget Coordinator, and Purchasing Director. In 2014, she joined Texas Leadership Public Schools as Chief Financial Officer and currently serves as the Business Manager at the Education Service Center Region 15.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Charity is also a highly active member of the education community. She has been a member of the Texas Association of School Business Officials since 2001 and is currently a board member for Texas Leadership Public Schools. She is also a proud mother to a daughter who is active in dance, theater, drill team, and choir, and is a member of The Garden Gathering Church, where she actively participates in community service and outreach. Charity’s drive, commitment, and expertise make her a valuable asset to any organization. She continues to demonstrate her passion for education and her expertise in financial management, making a positive impact on the lives of students and their families.
Board Members:
Bruce Binkley is a multifaceted individual with a rich background in both business and ministry. He has owned a successful staffing franchise for 26 years and has made a significant impact in the non-profit sector as the co-founder of New Name Society, which works towards bringing hope to the less fortunate.
Aside from his business ventures, Bruce is also a committed community member, having served on the Board of Trinity Christian School for over a decade and serving on the Board of Giving It Back to Kids and Texas Leadership Public Schools. Bruce and his wife, Camella, reside in DeSoto, Texas, and have a close-knit family with two children, Jessica (and husband Jeff) and B.J. (and wife, Heather); five grandsons (Jackson, Noah, Bradley, Khai & Liam); and one granddaughter, Ellie. Bruce's dedication to serving others and his strong family values are an inspiration to all who know him.
Bobbe Ynostrosa is a San Angelo native who graduated from Central High School. Bobbe has devoted more than 15 years of service in the San Angelo banking industry and holds a Dental Assistant certificate from the Abilene Dental Assistant School. Bobbe, her husband Robert Ynostrosa, & their daughter have been members of The Life Church for more than 6 years and actively serve in the Church community. Their daughter attends TLCA. Bobbe looks forward to providing a new perspective to the school board and creating an impact for many San Angelo families.
Texas Leadership honors the life of Raymond Meza who was a lifelong resident of San Angelo, and was our Charter's first Board President. His diverse background experiences, along with being a successful business owner (Twin Mountain Fence), past Chairman of the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce, and member of numerous boards, gave him a wealth of knowledge in what was needed to develop our young people into tomorrow's leaders. His life and legacy will live on. We miss him tremendously.
