'TexHoma In Action 2024-25'

Cheryl Erickson
2024-25



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March 20, 2025

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Past Governors

District Past Governors

The District is grateful to the following individuals who have given their time and guidance to support our organization over the years through their service as District Governor.

Current Governor

2024-25

CHERYL ERICKSON Read Full Governor's Message...
Slogan: "TexHoma In Action 2024-25"

My name is Cheryl Erickson, and I am the incoming Governor of the TexHoma District. I grew up in Optimism. I joined my local club, the Arlington Optimist Club in Arlington, TX, when I was 18 years old. However, I was always around the Arlington Optimist Programs even when I was younger due to my brother playing sports in their program and my dad being an active member. I have been involved in different leadership positions in the former North Texas District and am excited to be the second-ever Governor of the TexHoma District.

I am excited to continue the immediate past Governor Stephanie’s work of bringing the

TexHoma district together. I am excited to get out and meet the clubs and members to

see all the amazing work that you all are doing in your communities. I want to continue

connecting with clubs, and my hope is you will want to connect back with us by

attending our district conferences and conventions. Please continue the great work

you are already doing, and let us have a fabulous year!!!

"TexHoma in Action 2024-2025"

Past Governors

2020-2021

JIM SANDERS

Slogan: ""Choose Optimism""

I am proud to be serving as the NTX District Governor this year. I am a native Texan, originally from South Texas but lived most of my life in the Gulf Coast region where I started my Optimist journey 30 years ago. My wife, Georgia, and I moved to North Texas 8 years ago and I immediately became involved with local Optimists. I have served in many leadership positions at the club and district level but my passion is JOI club building. I am happy to call North Texas home and love the NTX District. I choose Optimism!

2019-2020

MARY LOU CURRY

Slogan: ""iServe""

2018-2019

JILL RODGERS

Slogan: ""Make A Difference""

2017-2018

DIANE CLARK

Slogan: ""Building Bridges""

2016-2017

BRON AUSTIN DEAL

Slogan: ""Everything's Bigger In Texas""

2015-2016

CHUCK LAWRENCE

Slogan: ""I Double Dog Dare You to Be An Optimist""

2014-2015

CASSIE AHEARN

Slogan: ""Make It Exceptional""

2021-2022

CAROLYN HART-RIDDELL Read Full Governor's Message...

Slogan: ""Charting A New Course Together""

"I was born in south Texas and raised in Grand Prairie. I'm the youngest of 5 and the oldest of 2 (my mom and dad raised a grandchild). I am a dog mom; I am also an Aunt to over 40 nieces and nephews. I am a member of Breakfast Optimist Club of East Fort Worth. I have served as President and Lt. Governor. I look forward to serving as your Governor for the 2021-2022 Optimist year."

2022-2023

JOHN AHEARN Read Full Governor's Message...

Slogan: "Optimists: Let's Get Fired Up!"

I have been a member of the Red River Optimist Club of Wichita Falls since 2014, but have been an Optimist since 2008.

I was born in Arizona to a military family and have travelled throughout the U.S. and Europe. I graduated from high school in Lawton, Oklahoma and joined the Army, serving as a CavScout and later served in the National Guard.

My wife and this year's "First Assistant", Cassie, has served as your NTX District Governor for two different terms and will be my right hand as we go through this year. I will work to do all I can to encourage and support all our clubs.

Let's Get Fired Up!!

2023-2024

STEPHANIE SULLIVAN Read Full Governor's Message...

Slogan: "Optimists: Let's Connect"

My primary goal this year was to get us together whether in person or virtually and for Optimists to stop being the best kept secret out there. Hopefully we have gained some ground in this area; I think we have. It's been my honor and pleasure to meet so many Optimists in our District this past year. There are so many of you out there with your boots on the ground, working to improve the lives of our Youth. I have been thrilled to share your achievements with other Optimists. They have been encouraged and are just happy to know that there are other selfless individuals staying the course. This has been quite the journey for me in many ways and I'm sure that I've gotten more out of visiting with you and celebrating your achievements this

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