Brady became aware of Another Chance House when a fellow church member brought a resident to various gatherings over time and then gained deeper familiarity while touring the ACH campus with Leadership Amarillo & Canyon in 2022. Hearing stories from ACH residents and staff about the men changing their lives proved inspiring and led to discovering a strong alignment with the organization’s mission and values in helping men create a better life. 

After having lived in the Panhandle since birth (Wildorado, Umbarger, and Canyon), Brady moved into Amarillo in 2021 with Megan (married since 2004) and their two sons. He enjoys outdoors and sports with his family and friends as well as serving in various ministries as a member of Evangelical Fellowship Church. 

Brady’s education includes a degree in Organizational Management from The Master’s University in Newhall, CA and an MBA with a dual emphasis in Finance and Entrepreneurship from Northeastern University in Boston, Ma. One of his most treasured experiences in life has proven to be co-authoring a children’s book with his sons about their childhood experience of learning to earn money by serving others selling lemonade in their front yard because those early conversations of learning continue to this day.  

After graduating from Texas A&M University in 1991, Sheila returned to Amarillo to begin her career in architecture at Lavin Architects. After 30 years at the firm, she became President and re-branded the firm as Sims + Architects in 2020.

A native of Amarillo, Sheila has a passion for her hometown and the people in it. She learned from her father at an early age about compassion and ministry to others as she watched him reach countless students as a Drafting teacher at Caprock High School. Sheila is a proud graduate of Caprock, Class of 1987 and received the Distinguished Alumni award in 2007.

In Matthew 25:40, Jesus tells us “whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Loving and caring for people regardless of who they are or where they came from is the least we can do and only makes our community stronger.

Sheila also serves on the Amarillo College Foundation Board and is a charter member of The Loft Church. She is married to Richard and they have 3 daughters

Duane Grove is a retired Director from Lockheed Martin and a proud Army veteran. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Studies from the University of Maryland and a Master’s in Advanced Communications and Leadership from the University of Denver. Passionate about helping others succeed, Duane enjoys working with high-performance, outcome-focused teams. He and his wife relocated to Amarillo from Colorado, drawn to a community that reflects their values while staying close to their daughter, who still lives in Colorado. Duane looks forward to serving on the Another Chance House board and contributing to its mission of helping men rebuild their lives.

Jim Bayless is a longtime member of Amarillo’s automotive community and serves as Owner and General Sales Manager at Golden Spread Motorplex. With decades of experience in vehicle sales and customer service, he has built a reputation for integrity, strong relationships, and a commitment to serving others. Jim also serves as a board member of Another Chance House, where he is passionate about supporting men as they rebuild their lives. He believes in the power of accountability, hard work, and community, and is dedicated to ensuring that men have the opportunity and support they need to move toward stability and self-sufficiency. His service reflects a deep investment in both the Amarillo community and the people within it.

Dr. Blake Smith, OD is a licensed optometrist serving the Amarillo community with nearly two decades of experience in the field. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from Texas Tech University and received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Houston College of Optometry. Dr. Smith serves as a board member of Another Chance House, where he is driven by a desire to give back to the community and support men working to rebuild their lives. He values being part of an organization that offers not just a place to stay, but a path forward, and is proud to contribute to that work.

My name is Randy Deckard I am married with two adult children and 5 wonderful grand kids.       After enjoying a blessed 42-year career at Xcel Energy I am ready to begin my next journey.  Part of that journey is to help others be the best they can be. I have known  about Another Chance House for some time and now am blessed to have the opportunity to serve others in this fine organization.

Harry Gulley became aware of Another Chance House while researching how he could serve our community.  He is a veteran and was seeking to serve veterans.  In June of 2025, he toured Another Chance House and learned how it served men desiring another chance and immediately identified it as the opportunity to meet both his needs of serving both the community and veterans. He recently transferred from Ohio to work in the Panhandle.  He has found that the people of this area are like no other.  Everyone is so friendly, caring, and willing to help just about anyone in need.  Harry has two adult sons and has been married to his wife Kim for over 38 years.  He holds a Bachelor’s Degree and has been in the Environmental, Safety and Health field for over 31 years.

Jim Schooler is a fourth generation funeral director with Schooler Funeral Home and continues to be active in day-to-day activities at Schooler. He is a member of both the Texas Funeral Directors and the National Funeral Directors Association. Jim brings his boundless energy to serving Amarillo through civic organizations such as the Better Business Bureau Foundation, the Amarillo Beautification Committee, and the Amarillo Special Events Venue Board. He is an active member of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce, the Amarillo Downtown Rotary Club, and St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. He enjoys renovating and restoring residential as well as some commercial properties, including three funeral homes. Jim is an advocate for mental health causes and stresses the need for grief counseling and family care, especially for the families of suicide victims. He is currently an active and invaluable member of the board for Hope and Healing Place.

Robert Huddleston is a retired Army veteran and longtime law enforcement professional with a deep commitment to service and community. After his military service, Robert dedicated 33 years to the Potter County Sheriff’s Office, where he served the citizens of Amarillo with integrity and dedication before retiring from law enforcement.

Following his retirement from the Sheriff’s Office, Robert continued investing in the next generation by teaching Law Enforcement Career & Technical Education (CTE) at Highland Park High School, helping guide and mentor students interested in pursuing careers in public safety.

Robert is a Certified Firearms Instructor and is also certified in CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) and ALERRT (Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training), equipping him to train others in firearm safety and emergency response preparedness.

Robert has been married for 31 years to his wife, Beverly, and together they enjoy a large and active family that includes one child and six grandchildren. Known for his servant-hearted nature, strong work ethic, and the ability to never meet a stranger, Robert naturally connects with people from all walks of life.

His faith is central to his life. Robert attends Harvest Connexion Church in Amarillo, where he oversees the training for the church’s Safety Team, helping ensure a safe environment for the congregation.

In his free time, Robert enjoys hunting and shooting sports and has long been an enthusiast of firearms education and safety.

Robert brings to Another Chance House a lifetime of service, leadership, and compassion for people who are seeking a new direction and a second chance.

My wife decided to get involved, I’m glad she did..

steve.smart@anotherchancehouse.org

Steve served on Another Chance House Board of Directors from 8/2015 – 6/2017.  He has worked with recovering individuals for more than two decades.  Steve served as Executive Director of Amarillo’s Habitat for Humanity from 11/2006 – 3/2013.

Steve also shares his experience with the Texas Plains Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals board as well as the Amarillo Continuum of Care.

Steve regularly reminds the ACH staff that our purpose is to serve the men at ACH, “I believe that as long as a person is breathing, they deserve another chance.” 

Ashley joined the team in November 2023, bringing with her a deep commitment to making a difference in the lives of those in need. A Texas native and Amarillo transplant, she discovered her passion for serving others in the non-profit sector over a decade ago.

leo.rice@anotherchancehouse.org

Leo joined the ACH team in 2022. He is from a small town in Oklahoma called Okmulgee. Graduated from Ashford University with a BA in Behavioral Science in 2011 and a Masters from the University of the Southwest in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He has been living in West Texas for over 25 years. He enjoys helping people and is a licensed chemical dependency counselor. He loves that he has been given the opportunity to show others how to live and not just survive.

jana.hamilton@anotherchancehouse.org

Jana joined our team in 2019.  She handles administrative and bookkeeping tasks and helps every day run smoothly.  “Being of service to others is the ultimate blessing.”

david.jett@anotherchancehouse.org

David brings a heart for serving others, years of experience in new home construction warranty work, a family legacy of carpentry, and a passion for “do it yourself” projects to his position at Another Chance House.  “Each ACH property has its own character.  I enjoy getting to know every ACH resident as I lovingly care for their homes.”  David joined the ACH team in 2021.