MEET THE PEOPLE
BEHIND PEF TEAM

Matt Braun serves as Vice President of Development for the Prosper Education Foundation, where he is passionate about supporting students, teachers, and the continued growth of Prosper ISD through community engagement and philanthropy.
As the founder of Merit Homes and a REALTOR® serving North Dallas, Matt brings more than 30 years of experience in sales, marketing, and relationship-building. Known for his client-first approach and strong ties to the community, he has built his business around trust, service, and helping families navigate important life decisions with confidence.

Beyond his professional work, Matt is deeply invested in the Prosper community. He is actively involved with the Prosper Chamber of Commerce and Prosper Rotary, where he regularly participates in local service projects and initiatives that strengthen the area he proudly calls home. His commitment to service and leadership naturally aligns with the mission of the Prosper Education Foundation and its focus on creating opportunities for students and educators.

Outside of work and volunteer service, Matt enjoys spending time with his family, scuba diving, and photography. Whether serving clients, supporting local causes, or mentoring others, he believes meaningful impact starts with relationships, generosity, and a genuine servant’s heart.

Gina serves as Vice President of Operations at Children’s Health with more than 30 years of healthcare leadership experience. Throughout her career, she has been passionate about developing leaders, building strong teams, and creating environments where children and families can thrive. Her work in pediatric healthcare has reinforced her belief in the lasting impact of investing in young people and the systems that support them.

Her commitment to service and leadership has been a consistent thread throughout her life. As a graduate of the inaugural Prosper Leadership class, she participated in a community project focused on adopting and maintaining a local street through ongoing clean-up efforts. That experience reflects her long-standing approach to leadership—grounded in service, connection, and showing up in meaningful, hands-on ways, always with a whatever-it-takes approach.
She has also been actively involved in her church community for many years, including teaching youth and staying engaged in supporting the next generation. Alongside her professional and volunteer experiences, these relationships continue to reinforce her belief in the importance of investing in people at every stage of life.

Gina has served on the Prosper Education Foundation Board for the past two years and currently serves on the Executive Board as Vice President of Marketing & Events. She enjoys supporting engagement efforts, strengthening fundraising initiatives, and helping create opportunities that benefit Prosper ISD students and educators. She also serves on another nonprofit board focused on leadership development and community engagement, where she continues building strong teams and community partnerships.

Seven years ago, Gina and her family chose Prosper ISD because of its commitment to excellence and strong sense of community. As a parent of five children, with two Prosper ISD graduates and one current student, she has experienced firsthand the impact that dedicated educators and support systems can have on student success.

Outside of work and board service, Gina enjoys time with her family, traveling, and time at the beach. She also owns a small family catering business she started in 2016, where cooking and baking are a creative outlet and a way to bring people together. Since adopting a plant-based lifestyle for health reasons, she enjoys experimenting with both traditional and vegan recipes. Whether in the kitchen, at the beach, or gathered around a table with family and friends, she values laughter, connection, and shared experiences. She believes impact is built through relationships, presence, and a willingness to invest in others.

Holly Rudnick is a long‑time resident and dedicated community volunteer whose two children graduated through Prosper ISD. Her son graduated from Prosper High School in 2019, and her daughter graduated from Rock Hill High School in 2024 as a K–12 PISD student.

Commitment to Prosper ISD
Over the years, Holly has poured her time, energy, and leadership into the district. Her service includes:

• Active volunteer roles in the classroom throughout her children’s elementary years
• Support of multiple PTO organizations
• Board service with the Rock Hill Rockettes Booster Club
• Community service alongside her children through Young Men’s Service League and National Charity League, helping provide servant‑leadership experiences for her children and their peers

Prosper Education Foundation Leadership
Holly has served on the Prosper Education Foundation Board of Directors for the past two years and is entering her third year as Vice President of Governance.

She is deeply passionate about PISD schools, teachers, and students, and works through PEF to:

• Support district initiatives that enhance learning
• Expand opportunities for student and teacher continued growth
• Provide resources and recognition for teachers
• Strengthen relationships between community members and the district

Professional Expertise
Holly is a partner at Loza & Loza LLP, a law firm specializing in intellectual property law with a focus on U.S. and international patents and trademarks.
Her clients include Fortune 500 companies and global corporations across a wide range of technology sectors. With more than 25 years of legal experience, Holly brings a strong foundation in compliance, governance, and accountability to her work with PEF.

A longtime Prosper resident, Mike Uber has always looked for ways to give back to the community that has treated his family so well. He currently serves as VP of Programs at Prosper Education Foundation, where he supports initiatives like the Star Polisher program, Excellence & Innovation Grants, and scholarships for PISD students.

Mike’s career in the hospitality industry, working in and around hotels and events, has shaped his deep sense of service and accommodation—qualities that translate naturally into his work supporting others through PEF. The foundation’s mission is one Mike holds close to his heart, and he feels fortunate to be part of it.

Outside of PEF, Mike is usually busy making memories with his family. Whether it’s traveling, catching a concert, or cheering on a favorite team, the Uber family is always looking for the next great experience to share together.

Janet Anders is a dedicated member of the Prosper Education Foundation Board with a lifelong passion for public education and serving the Prosper community. After retiring from Prosper Independent School District with 29 years in public education, Janet continues to support students, teachers, and families through her involvement with PEF.

Janet has served the Prosper Education Foundation as both a volunteer and board member for the past seven years. As a proud parent of two children and grandparent to four grandchildren who attend schools in Prosper ISD, she remains deeply invested in the district’s continued excellence and growth. Her commitment to education and community service reflects her belief in creating meaningful opportunities for every student to succeed.

Cameron Reeves is honored to be a board member of the Prosper Education Foundation to carry on a legacy of philanthropy and community involvement that his dad Mike Reeves instilled in him at an early age.  Cameron’s dad was one of the founding members of the Prosper Open Golf tournament which is currently the largest fundraiser for PEF.

Cameron has continued his community involvement over the year for the Town of Prosper and is currently a council member for Prosper Town Council.   Cameron brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted connection to Prosper since his family settled in Prosper over four decades ago.  Cameron witnessed the Town’s evolution from its agricultural roots to the vibrant community that it is today. Having graduated from Prosper High School during its earlier days and later earning his BBA from Texas Christian University, Cameron returned to Prosper to embark on a distinguished career in the life insurance and financial services business, serving as an advisor with New York Life for the past 25 years serving North Texas.

Community service is ingrained in Cameron’s values, demonstrated by his involvement on various boards and committees including the Parks and Recreation Board, the Town Charter Review Committee, the ManeGait board of directors, and his current roles on the Prosper Town Council.

Outside of his civic duties, Cameron finds joy spending time with his wife Lauren, and their beloved Maltese dog, Jack. An avid golfer and hunter, Cameron also shares a passion for travel and exploring new destinations. With his blend of experience, dedication, and love for Prosper, Cameron Reeves is committed to excellence.

Debbie Whitt Jarzombek’s desire to serve on the PEF Board is rooted in her interest to continue serving and giving back to Texas Public Schools.  Debbie dedicated over 30 years to Texas schools serving as a district curriculum director, principal, principal coach, administrative training program facilitator, reading specialist classroom teacher, and college course instructor. Throughout the past decade Debbie worked with 50+ school districts to implement research based literacy practices through principal and teacher coaching and professional learning opportunities.  In addition to providing keynote addresses, Debbie authored numerous educational resources and developed a variety of educational programs.

As an educational leader Debbie embraced a servant leadership philosophy and lead by developing positive relationships with her community and colleagues.  Her commitment to student success in both academics and the affective domain continues as she strives to support the teachers and students of Prosper ISD through PEF’s initiatives.

In her personal life, Debbie prioritizes family time.  Her children and granddaughter are PISD residents, and one daughter serves as a PISD instructional coach.  Debbie enjoys competitive power walking and has held the state woman’s title for 6 consecutive years.  She also earned a silver medal in the US Senior Olympics.  Debbie’s other interests include Bible Study, mahjong, reading, and travel.

Emily and her husband, Brad, have proudly called Prosper home for the past 10 years. They have two children who have grown up in Prosper ISD. Their daughter, Sydney, is a 2024 graduate of Prosper High School and is currently a junior at the University of Arkansas, pursuing her master’s degree in accounting. Their son, Shepard, is a junior at Walnut Grove High School and a member of the golf team.
Professionally, Emily brings more than 24 years of experience in public accounting.

She earned her Bachelor of Science from Birmingham-Southern College and her Master of Accounting from the University of Tennessee. Her extensive financial experience, combined with her connection to Prosper ISD and the community, brings valuable perspective to her service on the Prosper Education Foundation Board.

Although both of her parents are native Texans, Emily was raised in Alabama and will always consider Alabama home. She is excited to give back to the community her family has called home for the past decade and help create meaningful opportunities for Prosper ISD students and educators.