Steve has spent years in top operational and executive positions for Fortune 50 businesses and for the last 9 years he has advised some of the most innovative companies and investors. Steve has had multiple serial successes as an investor and entrepreneur. Steve is a member of the National Association of Corporate Directors and serves on several advisory and private boards. Steve also, is an adviser to the College of Biblical Studies and is a past adviser to the University of Arizona. Steve is a deacon and Sunday School teacher of 30 years.
McArthur has spent years in professional services firm leadership including a top-tier management-consulting firm and an investment bank. McArthur's specialty is the application and delivery of a much-needed value-based life cycle management methodology (Strategic Outcome Management and Value Creation for The Business Owner). McArthur has advised a range of Fortune 50 to mid-tier companies in Strategic Outcome Management.
Vincent Higgins, Advisory Board Member
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Mr. Higgins is a recognized international leader in training, leadership development, and multicultural team building. He founded the Institute for Effective Leadership, served as the Director of the prestigious Lumen Institute, Dallas, Texas and extensive experience with several international non-profit organizations. He is trilingual (English, Spanish, and Italian). Mr Higgins also serves on the board of directors of Chancery Resources, a public company that acquires, develops and expands proven gold and mineral properties.
Mark Shirley,Advisory Board Member
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Mark Shirley founded WM Shirley in 1994 and has successfully placed 100's of permanent and temporary financial executives to businesses across Houston and the state of Texas. As a CPA, Mark brings a wealth of business and financial experience to support his clients. As a partner with Arthur Andersen's Audit & Business Advisory Practice, Mark led many engagements within a diverse base of clients including Texaco, Mitchell Energy, American Exploration, Estée Lauder, Canadian Gypsum Corporation and many others. Mark serves many local community and professional organizations including the Houston CPA Society, Make-A-Wish and others.

Cindy Brannon,Advisory Board Member
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Cindy Brannon has a distinguished background in leading both major organizations and small businesses. Her experience in the energy and technology business makes her a sought after advisor for many businesses. She has helped companies grow both organically and through acquitisions. As a CEO/COO she led the expansion of operational plants while earning ISO 9001, ISO 14002 and OHSAS 18001 certifications. In 2004 Cindy was named an "Outstanding Woman in Technology" by the Association of Women in computing. Cindy started her own successful consulting business in 2007 and today she facilitates the Houston-area CEO Institute, a peer advisory forum.
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