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Your GSNETX Programs Team

In addition to creating programs for Juniors and Cadettes, Hillary is in charge of Girl Scout Travel Programs, the Teen Mentoring Award Program, and Juliette’s Journal. Her background is in communication and education. Hillary earned her bachelor’s degree at Illinois State University, and then went on to earn her master’s degree from the University of North Texas. She has years of experience teaching and coaching college and high school debate. This mid-western girl enjoys exploring the DFW area, camping, and practicing yoga. When she’s not adventuring, Hillary relaxes at home reading and hanging out with her cat, Stevie.

Hillary St. John, Program Coordinator: Juniors & Cadettes

Stacy Cushing graduated from the University of Michigan in 1992 with a double major in psychology and communications. Following college, she enjoyed a successful, 10-year career in the retail industry, 3 years running a family business, and founded FOCUS LLC, a financial literacy program for children. In 2014 she joined the GSNETX Programs team as the Programming Partnership Specialist. Stacy works with businesses and organizations in the community to help them develop rich and engaging workshops for our GSNETX Girl Scouts. In her spare time, Stacy enjoys exercising and traveling. Her family enjoys spending time visiting national parks and seeing all the fantastic sights our country offers.

Stacy Cushing, Programming Partnership Specialist

Suzi joined GSNETX in 2016 after beginning her career working in museums and teaching art courses. The mother of four girls, she enjoys photography, her new dog, Norm, and traveling. When it comes to working for Girl Scouts, Suzi couldn't be happier. 'I love creating exciting programs that inspire and motivate girls to try new things and open their minds to a world of possibilities.'

Suzi Finan, Program Coordinator: Daisies & Brownies

Gerri joined the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas in 1996 after serving as a volunteer in her local area for several years. During her tenure with the council she has worked in many facets of girl programing, including the creation of the Project Troop to Troop program, planning and implementing both the 90th and 100th anniversary council wide events, and Camp CEO. As Senior/Ambassador Program Coordinator, Gerri is responsible for implementation of all girl higher awards, program planning for older girls, and girl leadership development and Cookie Box Creations. Prior to joining the Girl Scout organization, Gerri worked in the oil and gas field as an analyst for over 10 years. Gerri holds a BA and MBA from Washington University in St Louis, Missouri and is an avid sports fan with season tickets to the Dallas Cowboys.

Gerri Gordon, Program Coordinator: Seniors & Ambassadors

Audrey claims that she has the best job in the world. As Director of the STEM Center at Camp Whispering Cedars, she gets to play at camp, helping to design and create new amenities, buildings and programs that will be coming soon. In addition, she gets to work with the fabulous Program Team and the exciting programs, activities and camps that take place year round. Audrey received her B. Ed from the National University of Ireland and her M. Ed from Texas Wesleyan University. She has three children - Michael, Davie and Meg, and a very spoiled dog, Roger. Audrey loves to travel and enjoys going home to Ireland to visit her family often.

Audrey Kwik, Director, STEM Center & Programs

Having been a Girl Scout since Kindergarten, she is the team expert on Girl Scouting knowledge. Karlynda serves as the lead on large council-wide events, GSNETX patch programs, financial assistance, Historic Preservation Committee, and developing curriculum for our new STEM Center of Excellence. She also co-leads Cookie Box Creations with Gerri Gordon. After earning a bachelor of science from University of Texas at Dallas, Karlynda dedicated herself to scouting. Her background is in youth education and programs focused on outdoors and STEM. In her spare time she enjoys visiting state and national parks, camping, star gazing, and spending time with her husband and toddler.