DALLAS, TX (February 3, 2026) – Equest, one of North Texas’ leading nonprofits providing equine-assisted services for children and adults with diverse needs, is proud to announce its 22-member Board of Directors for 2026. The organization welcomes eight new board members and a slate of officers who will provide governance, leadership, and advocacy to help guide Equest’s mission and strategic vision in the year ahead.
The 2026 Board Officers include Brooke Bailey, Chairman (in photo); Megan Martin, Vice Chairman; Daniel Valentine, Treasurer; and Erika Burton, Secretary.
“It’s an honor to serve as Chair of the Equest Board alongside such an accomplished and passionate group of leaders,” said Bailey. “Equest changes lives every day, and I’m proud to support the organization’s incredible staff and volunteers as we continue to expand our transformational programs.”
Newly appointed Board Members are Brandi Garrett of Baylor University – Louise Herrington School of Nursing; Chris Gold of BNY Wealth; Mary LeDonne Bank of Goldman Sachs; Melissa Oates of Allie Beth Allman & Associates; Kate Ralls of Kate Ralls Wellness; Norma Jean Schaltenbrand of Dallas Capital Bank; Jay Wallace of Bell Nunnally LLP; and Kay Weeks of Ebby Halliday, Realtors.
“These leaders bring not only impressive professional expertise, but also a deep commitment to service and community impact,” said Eric Lindh, CEO of Equest. “Their collective insight and dedication will be instrumental as we continue to expand our programs and ensure Equest remains a place of hope, healing, and possibility for the individuals and families we serve.”
With the 2026 Board and Officers in place, Equest looks forward to another year of growth, innovation, and meaningful impact across North Texas.
For more information about Equest, its programs, or leadership, visit www.equest.org.
About Equest
Founded in 1981, Equest provides equine facilitated activities, therapies and counseling to children and adults with physical, cognitive, sensory, coping and learning disabilities and veterans with adjustment challenges. The services provided include physical and occupational therapy, equine facilitated counseling and learning, therapeutic carriage driving, therapeutic horsemanship and competition. With 34 therapy horses, a dedicated team of professionals, and 818 volunteers contributing 19,405 hours annually, Equest transforms lives annually for more than 2,770 individuals. Equest was the first PATH International Premier Accredited Center in Texas and remains one of the largest in the country. www.equest.org
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