Board of Directors

Francisco Gomez holds a BS in Spanish Education and an MS in Language Education from IUPUI.  He teaches Spanish I and IV (Ivy Tech Dual Credit Course) at Warren Central High School.  Mr. Gomez has extensive experience in volunteerism and nonprofit work.  He has sponsored “Tools for Schools” serving children in Africa, the Spanish Honor Society serving the needs of people in Guatemala, and worked with students to provide baskets of food for local families in need over the holiday season.  In addition, Mr. Gomez personally raises funds to assist families, students, and abused children in need in his hometown of El Refugio, Jalisco, Mexico.  

Roy Stecker is a dedicated Board Member of Advocates for Education and an experienced Senior Software Engineering Manager with over 25 years in technology leadership.  A proud United States Air Force veteran, Roy served for 14 years before earning his B.S. in Computer Science from Butler University.  

Throughout his career, Roy has led high-performing engineering teams, driven large-scale software initiatives, and built collaborative cultures that deliver results.  His expertise spans software development, team building, and systems architecture, with a strong focus on innovation and problem solving.  

Roy's commitment to education is deeply personal.  As the father of a daughter who received special education services through an IEP for many years, he has been her strongest advocate, navigating evaluations, ensuring access to resources, and working closely with educators to support her success.  This experience fuels his passion for helping families understand and navigate the educational system, ensuring every child receives the opportunities they deserve.

Therese Joyce is a Board Member and experienced professional who holds a BA in Political Science from University of Dayton, an MS in School Counseling from Butler University, and a JD from Cleveland State University.  Therese has extensive experience in education and legal matters. After practicing law in Ohio for a number of years, Therese pursued a career in education serving as the College Counselor for a private Indianapolis high school.  After serving 9-12 grade students with social, emotional counseling as well as college and career readiness, Therese combined all of her previous experience to work in higher education with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).  At the NCAA Therese has worked in both the pre-enrollment and post-enrollment landscape serving in a number of roles within NCAA Regulatory Affairs.

Crista Liggett is Board Member and a Ball State University graduate with a BS in Communications and Journalism. She began her career in secondary education and has 30+ graduate hours in Reading Education.  Over 20 years ago she decided to change her path and made a departure from secondary education to pursue her passion in the aesthetics industry.  She is now an experienced professional in the Medical Aesthetics field.  Since 2009, Ms. Liggett has served as the Aesthetics Director and Cosmetic Surgical Coordinator at Chegar Facial Plastic Surgery.  Her areas of expertise include training, consulting, marketing, and aesthetics.  Mrs. Liggett is the parent of a child who had an IEP under Communication Disorder and worked with the First Steps program for 5 years. 

Carlee Selig holds a BS from Indiana University and an MS in Education focusing on Curriculum and Instruction from Western Governors University.  She currently teaches 5th grade in Huntington Schools, where she has also taught 3rd grade and served as a reading interventionalist.  She volunteers for United Way fundraising campaigns and serves on the National Elementary Honor Society Board, which mentors students in leadership, responsibility, and service.