Board of Directors

The People Behind the GBA

Volunteers, Red Raiders, and lifelong supporters — leading the GBA with purpose and passion.

The Goin' Band Association is led by a volunteer board of dedicated Texas Tech alumni, band parents, and community members who believe deeply in the Goin' Band's mission. They give their time, expertise, and energy to make sure the GBA continues to grow — and that every dollar raised goes where it matters most: to the students.

Executive Officers

Name

Title

Kristen Boulet

Mindy Blackman

Kimberly Zahn

Kristi Keller-Hays

William Sommer

Gbohunmi Fawehinmi

President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer

Director of Membership

Webmaster

Board Members

Name

Title

Carter Biggers

Hannah Brittingham

Adan Cano

Courtney Cox

Breanna Engelhardt

Adam Escandon

Israel Flores

Kelly Gordon

Morgan Keller

Jimmy Ledbetter

Chris Rockett

Xavier Salinas

Aaron Smith

Board Member

Non-Voting Members and Advisors

Name

Title

Steven Makelki

Dr. Joel Pagán

Dr. Sarah McKoin

Financial Advisor

TTU Director of Athletic Bands

TTU Director of Bands

Our Partnership with Texas Tech

Dr. Joel Pagán and Dr. Sarah McKoin serve as non-voting members in their capacity as directors of the Goin' Band. Their presence keeps the GBA's work closely aligned with the needs of the band program. The GBA operates independently as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, but our relationship with TTU's School of Music is central to everything we do.

Governance Documents

GBA Bylaws — The official bylaws governing the structure and procedures of the Goin' Band Association.

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