Staff

Leadership

Val Benavidez (she/her/hers)

President and Executive Director
Val Benavidez is the chief spokesperson for the organization in all public matters. She is responsible for the development, planning, staffing, and implementation of all programs. Val became president in November 2020 and was previously the Texas Freedom Network’s chief program officer. Read Val’s full bio.

Ryan Valentine (he/him/his)

Chief Operating & Finance Officer
Ryan oversees TFN’s operational, administrative and financial functions and works with the President and Director of Programs to guide the strategy and programs of the organization.

Marti Bier (they/them/theirs)

Director of Programs
Marti oversees the creation and implementation of programmatic work for TFN. They are a member of the leadership team and work with the Executive Director and Chief Operating & Finance Officer to help guide the vision and strategy of the organization.

Staff