Mackenzie is an Accounts Manager with a background in healthcare, specifically Case Management, and with expertise in Medicare, supplements, and premiums coverage as well as short term disability and long-term disability. Her goal is to be your guide to ensuring you have the utmost protection of your assets and to provide you with coverage that will provide for you and your family. Her qualifications include RN, BSN, & CCM. She also has quality experience with swing beds, general nursing, ER nursing, management skills, team leadership skills.
Amanda McDonald has been a dedicated resident of Bonham, Texas, for over 20 years. Married with three children, Amanda has built a life rooted in community service and advocacy. She is a member of OneCity Church and volunteers with the children’s program. With a long-standing commitment to supporting vulnerable populations, Amanda worked for several years at the Fannin County Children’s Center, where she worked with volunteers who advocated for abused and neglected children. Recently, Amanda transitioned to a new position as the Executive Director at the Fannin County Family Crisis Center, where she will continue to advocate for those in crisis.
I have been in the Pest Control business for 41 years. I was a Board Member with the Pottsboro Chamber of Commerce for a short time, and I look forward to participating on the Bonham Chamber Board. Over the years, we have offered many gift certificates for free services to support schools, chambers and other associations. We have participated in parades, golf tournaments, festivals and have even started our own Bug Eating Contest. Yes, Bug. Eating. Contest. This is an Annual Event we hold every year during Frontier Day in Pottsboro. To sum it up, I am not afraid to take chances for the betterment of my community and look forward to assisting Bonham Chamber with future events.
Back in 1998, I started a Fannin County Titan American Legion Baseball team. We were district champs for three years and regional champs for two of those three. Golf and baseball are favorite hobbies, and we are always ready to sponsor a tournament.
Amanda and I have been married for twelve years and we have lived in Bonham for ten years. I have one son, who works for the company, and two other employees. We are a small business, but a small business with a big heart for community. Now, we look forward to serving Bonham!
I'm Ted Varner, a 38-year-old family man happily married to Ashley for 15 years. Together, we're raising two wonderful daughters, Conleigh (8) and Leighton (4), and a son named Keaton (3). A proud graduate of Honey Grove High School in 2003, I've been a lifelong resident of our community. Believing in the importance of community service, I'm eager to contribute and make a positive impact. Currently, I've been serving as an insurance agent at Texas Farm Bureau Insurance in Fannin County for the past year. Prior to this I worked in the telecom industry for a large majority of my professional career. I'm thoroughly excited about the opportunity to further engage with and contribute to our community by being a part of the Bonham Chamber of Commerce board and would sincerely appreciate the consideration.
Ted Varner
Agent
Texas Farm Bureau Insurance-Fannin County
1300 N. Hwy 121
Bonham, TX 75418
O: 903.583.8535
M: 903.227.4711
E: tvarner@txfb-ins.com
Cody Austin is a commercial lender with Legend Bank as well as a youth pastor serving at Boyd Baptist Church. He has been in the banking/accounting industry for several years now and has been with Legend Bank since early 2022. In his role with Legend Bank, he thoroughly enjoys helping people out with their financing to achieve their financial goals, build their business, make purchases and to ensure it makes sense from a number’s perspective. Cody was involved with the youth department of his church for several years helping and teaching when needed, and stepped into the role of the youth pastor in January of 2022. He says it is such a blessing to get to serve in this capacity, and it is a calling he felt to teach and minister to the younger generation. Cody's wife Kori is a huge help and serves alongside him as they raise their daughter Maggie.
Spent 20 years in healthcare as an RN in a variety of settings before switching careers and entering the insurance industry. It’s been a great fit in that I am still able to help others while having the freedom and flexibility that being an advisor offers. Specialist in Life, Home, and Auto.
A former member of the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Samantha brings over 40 years of experience in marketing, quality & inventory management, purchasing, and office/business management. A graduate of Texas A&M Commerce (East Texas State University) in her hometown of Commerce, she has called Bonham home for 24 years. She has been active as a church Elder at FPC Bonham, Chi Lambda Sorority, & various civic organizations. In her spare time, Sam enjoys teaching dance at Studio94, owned & operated by Sam & her daughter Kathleen, and spending time with her husband of 24 years and her beautiful grandchildren.
Kip is the General Manager of Clayton Homes in Bonham and has been a member of the Fannin County community for over 10 years. Kip has served on the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, BEDCO Board of Directors
Shay Uhl is the Marketing and Community Relations Director for Bonham Chrysler. Fairly new to the area, Shay has been working for Bonham Chrysler 2 years, both of which she has served on the Chamber Board of Directors. but she is very familiar with the Bonham area as her husband served as GM at Bonham Chrysler for 23 years. Shay loves the community and is eager to volunteer and support the area anyway she can. She is enjoying watching the area grow, while keeping the small-town feel. Shay & her husband live in Pottsboro on Lake Texoma and enjoy spending time on the lake with her husband and her 2 children.
Pamela & her husband Chuck are the Owners/Winemakers of Neighbors Place Winery which opened in 2021. She worked in the corporate world for most of her career but in 2021 she decided to take a leap of faith and start her own business, with the guidance and support from her husband Chuck Neighbors/Winemaker. Her goal was to create something that was both rewarding to herself and good for the community they live in.
Dustin Divinia was raised in a family with a strong focus on education and engineering, and he developed a love for mechanical and electrical systems from a young age. He pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas Tech University and went on to gain extensive experience in process control, specifically in the design and commissioning of Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems.
As President of Vector Systems, Divinia pursues a wide variety of opportunities in alternative fuels and conventional energy applications, always advocating for high-quality product standards to ensure the best solution for end users. He is widely recognized in the petrochemical industry and is an active member of the American Boiler Manufacturers Association, having served on its board recently
Hi, I'm Kristin Frazier, a dedicated REALTOR® at Century 21 Harvey Properties in Bonham, TX, with a passion for helping people find the perfect place to call home. When I'm not navigating the real estate world, you can often find me behind the lens, capturing the beauty of life through amateur photography. Family is at the heart of everything I do, and my faith guides me in both my personal and professional life. I'm a proud wife, bonus mom and dog lover!
Kristin Frazier, REALTOR®
Bonham Office
(903) 227-1183
Jacqueline Gore is employed by the Reddy Management Group and is currently the General Manager of Holiday Inn Express. Additionally, she oversees newly built apartments, lakeside rental properties and another local hotel. Jacqueline hopes to continue to be a part of the growth in Bonham and thrive with its history from where it has been to where it is going to be in the years to come. She enjoys talking, learning and developing relationships with companies, individuals, and foundations. Jacqueline is strong in leadership, communications, creativity and bridges the gaps within all areas of both people and companies alike. Gore states in her history of life to this date, she has owned her own company, started her own non profit, went to college, and traveled all over the United States. She has a wide spread knowledge of interpersonal relationships, theater and arts, economics, history, language and culture, foods, nonprofits and volunteer opportunities. Jacqueline's favorite thing to do is to network with others and spend time with her family. Her goals are to become rooted and improve the overall quality of her life and the lives of others around her in the process. "I want to build people up, teach and become a guest speaker one day talking of where I have been and where I have come from to who I am now and will push to be one day."
A lifelong resident of Fannin County, Nathan grew up in Telephone and is a graduate of Sam Rayburn High School. Now residing in Trenton with his family, he has spent 19 years with Kwik Chek Food Store/McCraw Oil Company. As Chair, Nathan ensures that the Chamber is able to work for its members and the community. Besides serving his final 3-year tenure with the Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce, Nathan serves on the Grayson College CWL Board & Grayson/Fannin County United Way Board of Directors. He has also served on Texoma HR for 3 years. When not serving his community, Nathan spends quality time with his wife and daughter.
Kelly Trompler graduated from Bonham High School and went on to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree from East Texas State University in 1994 and a Master of Educational Administration degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in 2008. Mrs. Trompler has been working in the field of education for a total of 29 years - all of those for Bonham ISD. She is currently the Superintendent of Bonham ISD - a position she has held for the last 5 years. Kelly is serving in her first year on the Chamber of Commerce Board. Mrs. Trompler is also the Secretary of the Chi Lambda Sorority, Past President of the Bonham Rotary Club and a Bonham TMC Hospital Authority Board Member.
I’m Brook Miller, and I’m a dedicated healthcare professional with a strong commitment
to serving my community and supporting local businesses. My journey in the healthcare industry began in 2016 when I completed my Nursing degree at Paris Junior College. Since then, I’ve gained diverse experience in various healthcare settings. I've worked as a Registered Nurse, primarily in the Emergency Department, and also as a Case Manager in Home Health. Beyond my healthcare career, I’m proud to be the owner of Vidal Elevated Aesthetics, recently honored as the best Med Spa in Texoma.
On a personal note, I’m happily married to my husband, Wylie, and together, we’re
raising our three wonderful children. Lillian, our eldest, is 11 years old, and we our two lively two-year-olds, Charlie and Dollie. Lillian is currently in 5 th grade at Dodd City ISD. I’m an active member of the Bonham Chamber of Commerce, the Ladies Professional
Networking Group and Chi Lambda, participating in events aimed at enhancing our community’s growth and development.
As a longtime resident of this close-knit community, I’ve witnessed the remarkable
transformations that have shaped Bonham over the years. I grew up here and graduated from Sam Rayburn Independent School District where my parents still teach, which has given me a deep-rooted connection to this town and its people. This community holds a special place in my heart, and I’m committed to playing a positive role in its continued growth and prosperity.
I’m genuinely excited about the ongoing changes that are sweeping through Bonham,
bringing new opportunities and a fresh perspective to our beloved town. While I understand
that change can sometimes be met with hesitation, I firmly believe that it’s essential to embrace these changes with an open heart and mind. As a resident who has witnessed the ebb and flow of our community’s evolution, I’m confident that our public figures, community leaders, and organizations like the Bonham Chamber of Commerce will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth transition and in assisting long-time residents in adapting to the impending changes.
I’m thrilled to see the progress, and I’m eager to actively contribute to the collaborative efforts that will shape the future of Bonham. It’s my privilege to serve this community, not only as a healthcare professional but as a proud member of the local business community and as a resident who has witnessed the remarkable journey of Bonham. Together, we can make a positive impact and ensure that our town thrives for generations to come.
Mallory McBroom is the Community Engagement Officer for Credit Union of Texas and has been a banker in Bonham for over 17 years. She was born, raised, and continues to live in Honey Grove. Mallory has worn many hats in the banking industry as well as serving on the board of directors for various local non-profit organizations. Mallory is a dedicated volunteer in the community and uses her positive attitude and tireless energy to work towards the goals of our community. In her free time, Mallory enjoys spending time with family, health and wellness, and any outdoor activities. Mallory is inspired daily by her husband and two children.
