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Chairman

Randy Golden has over 33 years of experience in the beer industry and currently is operating his own consulting and brokerage business focusing on the beer industry.  Golden Beverage Solutions focuses on advising beer distributors relative to their operational issues as well assisting those distributors who have desires to buy or sell beer distributorships.

Prior to opening up his own business Golden worked with MillerCoors from 2007-2010 as the Vice President of Distributor Development. Golden also spent two years in the wine and spirits industry as vice president of trade development for Glazers Wholesalers.  Prior to that, Randy spent 14 years at Andrews Distributing in Dallas, Corpus Christi, and Dennison, Texas, where he held numerous positions, including general manager, vice president and president.  Golden also held various sales and general management positions during a successful 13-year career with Miller Brewing Company.

Randy is actively involved with Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity serving on the Board of Directors, Executive Committee and volunteering to build homes on a regular basis.  In addition Randy serves on the Advisory Board for the Texas Tech Rawls College of Business, where he is past chair and current executive board member.  Besides volunteering to support Highland Park United Methodist Church Randy enjoys playing golf, and fishing.

Vice Chair

Mike Wallis became a core volunteer with Dallas Habitat in 2004 and joined the board in 2009. After growing up in Dallas, Mike attended college and graduate school in Kansas. In 1983, he started with RepublicBank and has worked in the real estate and finance business in Dallas ever since. He is currently is the CFO for a local real estate company.

Mike has a Bachelor’s degree in English education from Bethany College and a MBA in finance from Kansas University. Mike has also served on the boards of the Cambridge School of Dallas and the Dallas Rowing Club. He greatly enjoys spending time with his wife, Julie, and daughter, Julie Ann (19), in addition to reading, photography, rowing and his involvement with Dallas Habitat.

Audit and Finance

Al Childs is currently Regional Manager for Wealth Management for Comerica Bank. He was with US Trust for 20 years previously. He was born in Waco, Texas and earned a B.B.A.in Finance from Baylor University. Al is a past Chairman of the North Texas Chapter of the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation and Deacon and former Trustee at Park Cities Baptist Church. He is currently a National Trustee and Treasurer of the March of Dimes.

Secretary

Betsy del Monte, FAIA, leads The Return on Innovation Project, dedicated to the empowerment of people at risk, restoration of their dignity and economic self-sufficiency, and protection of the environment and natural resources.
 
Formerly a Principal and Director of Sustainability for The Beck Group, an integrated architecture, construction and development firm, she has 30 years of experience in high-performance architecture and environmental responsive design.
 
As Adjunct Faculty at the SMU School of Engineering, she has created and teaches a Masters degree program in Sustainability and Development. She has been a visiting lecturer at several other universities including Rice University, University of Virginia, and University of Texas.
 
Betsy has been named to the College of Fellows of the AIA, and a Senior Fellow in the Design Futures Council. She has been President of AIA Dallas, and Chair of the North Texas Green Building Council, and sits on the boards of Habitat for Humanity in Dallas, and Empower African Children.
 
Betsy received her Bachelor of Science degree in architecture from the University of Virginia, and a Master of Architecture degree from Rice University. Her experience includes work at architecture firms in Atlanta and Houston, as well as nine years with Philip Johnson and John Burgee in New York.

Chief Executive Officer

 William “Bill” Hall, Chief Executive Officer, Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity, is responsible for the executive leadership of the organization and oversees the efficient, effective function of all divisions of the organization. Mr. Hall’s vision for Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity is to work with community partners, City leaders, and neighborhood stakeholders to create opportunities bigger than collecting bricks and mortar, opportunities that transform neighborhoods and bridge the gap between southern Dallas and northern Dallas.

 Mr. Hall’s passion for Habitat came from his initial days of being a volunteer before he joined the staff in 2004.  Seeing the change in neighborhoods and lives through the rare ownership opportunity that Habitat for Humanity’s program is something that continues his passion to make Dallas a better place to live for all. Mr. Hall holds a Bachelor’s degree in Building Construction from the University of Florida. Prior to Habitat, he built industrial food processing facilities for APV Crepaco and worked in finance at American Airlines after obtaining his M.B.A. from the University of North Carolina. 

Chief Operating Officer

 Michael (Mike) Proch is an active volunteer for Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity since 2002. He is currently on the Richardson Area Interfaith Habitat Board, a member of the Dallas Area Habitat Wednesday crew and a house leader. Retired from the Raytheon Company in 2008 after a 34 year career, Mike is a former Vice President for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Systems providing Electro-Optical/infrared, radar and RF sensor systems. Mike also serves on the Richardson Symphony Orchestra board since 2005.

A native of La Marque, Texas, Mike holds a BS degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Houston. Mike lives in Richardson, Texas, with his wife Linda, who is a professional violinist. They have two married daughters, Allison and Lindsey. 

Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer, Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity, is an accomplished finance executive with highly developed management, strategic and analytical skills. With more than 18 years of exceptional experience streamlining analysis to meet processes, profitability goals and operational continuity, McKeever has proven success for increasing profits and eliminating financial risks.

McKeever joins us after 15 years in the radio network business. As the former Vice President of Finance for Cumulus Media Networks, McKeever directed the syndicated network’s day-to-day business development and finance management. During his years within the Network business, McKeever served as the financial strategist for multiple successful brands and personalities, including Michael Baisden, Perez Hilton, Geraldo, Mike Huckabee, Tom Joyner, Kix Brooks, ESPN and CBS Sports Radio.

He has also previously worked for Radio Disney, ABC Radio Networks and Citadel Media.

Executive Vice President of Development

Melissa (de Leon) Cameron is the Vice President of Development for Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity. She leads the volunteer and staff leadership in executing the agency’s vision of improving the quality of life for Dallas families through fundraising activities; managing the Dream Dallas campaign Advisory Council.

Melissa has participated with Dallas charities for more than 18 years, serving as a volunteer, board member, and professional fundraiser.  In 2008, Melissa was appointed to participate in Bank of America’s national non-profit “Emerging Leaders” program. Additional affiliations include; membership in the largest single fundraiser for American Cancer Society - Cattle Baron’s Ball, Sustainer of the Junior League of Dallas, member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and is a graduate of the Dallas Regional Chamber’s 2010 Leadership Dallas class. 

Melissa graduated from Southern Methodist University with a B.F.A. in Theater, but her passion is serving the community - giving a voice to the voiceless.

Vice President of ReStores

Ron Collins is the Vice President of ReStores for Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity.  Ron provides leadership to ensure the ReStore strategies align with and integrate Dallas Habitat's mission.
Ron Retired from JCPenney after a 34 year career where he managed 3 stores including the Stonebriar Center store in Frisco, Texas.  He also ran a district with stores in Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi.
Ron graduated from the University of Arkansas with a BS degree in Business Administration.  His wife Susan is an Interior Designer.  They have two sons, Hunter who is currently serving in the U.S. Army and Elliot who is a student at the University of Arkansas.