Our Staff
The TSAE staff is here to help you. Take a moment to learn about each of us, the areas within TSAE we manage, and our areas of expertise so we can assist you in your professional growth. We look forward to getting to know you!
Steven J. Stout, FASAE, CAE
Executive Director
Steven serves as the chief paid staff of TSAE. He reports to the Board of Directors, carries out TSAE’s mission and goals, oversees overall administration and operation, and manages finances.
Email: steven@tsae.org
Phone: (512) 444-1974
Vanessa Sanchez
Membership & Engagement Director
Vanessa oversees all of TSAE’s membership efforts including recruitment, retention, and engagement in tangent with several volunteer task forces.
Email: vanessa@tsae.org
Phone: (512) 444-1974 x103
Aaron P. Hernandez, CAE
Education & Events Director
Aaron guides the direction for all of TSAE's education and events, including Annual Conference, Webinars, Learn@Lunch, and CEO Strategies. Interested in speaking for TSAE? Learn more
Email: aaron@tsae.org
Phone: (512) 444-1974 x102
Ronika Nash, CEM
Strategic Partnerships Director
Ronika, or "Nika", cultivates and maintains the strategic partnerships that sustain and expand business opportunities for TSAE. She oversees all aspects of the TSAE Open and provides vital input for annual events, including the New Ideas Conference, Women's Summit, Celebration Luncheon, and TSAE's Silent Auction.
Email: ronika@tsae.org
Phone: (512) 444-1974 x105
Tacara Veal
Marketing & Communications Director
Tacara leads TSAE’s marketing, communications, and brand strategy advancing the association’s mission, strengthen member engagement, and promote the value of TSAE programs and services. She oversees all TSAE marketing and communication efforts including Association Leadership Magazine, the Better by Association podcast, and all of our social media efforts.
Email: tacara@tsae.org
Phone: (512) 444-1974 x104
Carol Price
Administrative Specialist
Carol provides administrative support for stakeholders regarding general association inquiries, assists with accounts payables and accounts receivables, and ensures smooth day-to-day office operations.
Email: carol@tsae.org
Phone: (512) 444-1974 x101