MEET OUR BOARD
TWYLLA HESTER, CEO
Twylla grew up in Oklahoma and spent 20 years in education as a teacher and principal. She received her doctorate in education from the University of Oklahoma in 2018 and holds her superintendent certification as well. She is certified in PATH Equine Assisted Learning, CHA Equine Facilities Management, is a SPUR Model practitioner, and a TBRI practitioner. She brings invaluable experience and research in behavioral interventions to help young people succeed. She has been married to her husband, Hank, since 1997. Together they’ve raised their 3 children here in the Yukon/El Reno area. She is excited for the future of House of Healing and the ways that God will impact lives through this ministry.
Michael Fields, Board Chair
Mike and his wife, Gayle, live in Sayre, OK. Together they have 5 kids and 14 grandkids. He has worked in the oilfield and run several businesses. He enjoys hunting with his grandkids, running his cows and horses, and serving through several ministries and boards. He is proud to serve on the board of House of Healing to change the lives of young people, veterans, and their families and to impact kingdom work in a positive way.
BRENDA BLACK, Treasurer
Brenda lives in Yukon with Clint, her husband of 30 years. Together they have raised 3 successful young men that have all started careers of their own.
She has worked in the financial field for Putnam City Schools and now Piedmont Public Schools.
“I am honored to serve on the board of House of Healing as I truly believe all children deserve a safe environment and the opportunity to learn and participate in this amazing mission.”
Brenda loves the Lord, reading, traveling and enjoys time with her beloved family, friends and pets
AMBER ZUMWALT, Secretary
Amber has worked with young people for many years. She previously was the Director of Speech Pathologists in Putnam City Schools. She now serves as a speech pathologist in Piedmont Schools. She has a heart for seeing life change in young people and excited to be a part of House of Healing.
TAMMY WEST
Tammy and her husband, Jon, live in and have raised their 3 children in NW Oklahoma City. Tammy is a long time community volunteer who has been very active in Putnam City Schools. While serving her second term on the Putnam City Board of Education, she was asked to run for the legislature representing her district (HD 84) in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. Tammy was elected in 2016 and continues to serve in the legislature as the Majority Whip. It is an honor to be on the Board for House of Healing. For several years I have been inspired by the mission and work that is supported by such a wonderful program.
MINDY COMPALA
Mindy is passionate about working with young people. She previously served as a volunteer at House of Healing before joining the board. She is working toward her degree in nonprofit and business administration.
SUSAN HENDRICKS,
Susan and her husband Kent, live in Yukon with their sweet puppy Maggie. Together they have one daughter and two sons. One son is serving in the US Air Force and the other is set to begin his Air Force journey in the summer of 2023. Their daughter lives close in Yukon. Since 2007 Susan has had the opportunity to work in different positions in a few different schools and witnessed the good, the bad and sometimes the ugly, of children’s days. For the last year, she has been working at The Oklahoma State Department of Education as a Grants Manager Specialist in the Office of Federal Programs. With God’s love and direction, she is looking forward to serving on the Board of House of Healing, having heard many wonderful things about the way the House is helping many young ladies work through the chaos of their teenage years.