American Leadership Forum Houston Gulf

Houston, TX · Founded 1989

Convenes diverse leaders to build relationships, dialogue across differences, and collaborate for community impact

Primary audience
Civic Leaders
Work area
Leadership Training
Topic
Collaborative Leadership
Contact
Nory Angel
Website Contact

About Organization

American Leadership Forum brings together leaders from different sectors and perspectives in structured classes to strengthen collaborative leadership capacity. Based in Houston, TX, the organization has operated since 1989 with 5 employees and 150 volunteers. With annual revenue of $1.5 million, it facilitates dialogue and relationship-building among civic leaders to advance the public good.

What They Focus On

Leadership Development

Building capacity of civic leaders to work effectively across differences and collaborate on shared challenges

Community Dialogue

Creating spaces for respectful conversation and relationship-building among diverse stakeholders in public affairs

Collaborative Action

Facilitating team-based projects where leaders apply skills to address real community needs and public benefit priorities

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$1.5M

-5.4% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$1.5M

-9.1% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$3.7M

+1.1% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

5

-16.7% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $1,488,472 $1,543,011 $3,699,048 5
2023 $1,573,957 $1,696,578 $3,658,796 6
2022 $1,518,384 $1,368,011 $3,408,830 5
2020 $976,890 $936,317 $3,679,891 5
2019 $1,111,469 $1,009,247 $3,378,578 5
2018 $1,121,605 $1,010,263 $3,015,985 4

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Convene Diverse Leaders

    Select participants from different sectors, backgrounds, and perspectives to form cohesive leadership classes

  • 02

    Build Trust

    Facilitate structured dialogue sessions where leaders share experiences and learn to respectfully engage differences

  • 03

    Develop Skills

    Train participants in collaborative leadership, dialogue techniques, and tools for working across divides

  • 04

    Apply Learning

    Support teams working on community projects that demonstrate collective impact and sustain connections

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American Leadership Forum Houston Gulf

Leadership Classes

Year-long cohort programs bringing together diverse leaders to build trust, learn dialogue skills, and collaborate on community challenges

Dialogue Training

Structured facilitation teaching leaders to engage across differences, listen deeply, and find common ground on complex issues

Alumni Network

Ongoing engagement and connection among graduates to sustain relationships and extend leadership impact across the region

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American Leadership Forum Houston Gulf.

NA

Nory Angel

President
Full-time
Compensation: $250,001

Milestones

1989

ALF Houston Founded

1989

Organization established to strengthen collaborative leadership in the Houston region

2020

Program Adaptation

2020

Revenue declined to $977K as organization adapted leadership programs during pandemic

2023

Revenue Peak

2023

Reached highest annual revenue of $1.57 million reflecting expanded program reach

2024

Sustained Operations

2024

Maintained $1.49 million revenue with 5 staff and 150 volunteers serving community

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AF
Allison Falender Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
AC
Art Chavez Immediate Past Chair 0.50 hrs/week
AG
Ashok Garg Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
AB
Astley Blair Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
BS
Becky Seabrook Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
CG
Chris Gonzalez Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
DY
Devaron Yates Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
DC
Donna Cole Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
EZ
Elaine Zhang Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
EA
Errol Allen II Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
GI
Geraldina Interiano Wise Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
HB
Heath Butler Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
JB
Joi Beasley Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
JM
Jose Monterrosa Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
KC
Katy Caldwell Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
LA
Laif Afseth Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
MP
Mariela Poleo Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
MT
Mustafa Tameez Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
NL
Nancy Li-Tarim Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
NL
Nicole Longnecker Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
PC
Pierre Cannings Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
RJ
Richard Jennings Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
RO
Ron Oran Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
RW
Ryan Walsh Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
SP
Shital Patel Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
TM
Teresa McClendon-Thomas Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
TP
Tina Peterman Chair 1.00 hrs/week
TE
Tonyel Edwards Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
WB
Warren Broadnax Trustee 0.50 hrs/week
David Yarnold
David Yarnold CHAIR | CLASS XII - Interim CEO, ALF Silicon Valley / Former President & CEO, National Audubon Society
Dave Babulak
Dave Babulak VICE CHAIR | CLASS XLIII - Managing Member, Strongpoint Holdings, LLC
Mica Eades Mayo
Mica Eades Mayo VICE CHAIR | CLASS XLII - Industry Luminary and Advisor, Aviso AI
Kim Rivera
Kim Rivera VICE CHAIR | CLASS XXXIII - Chief Legal and Business Officer, OneTrust
Rebecca Vermeulen
Rebecca Vermeulen TREASURER | CLASS XLI - VP, Customer Strategy, Genentech
Sharon B. Binger
Sharon B. Binger CLASS XLI - Managing Director, CCO & Head of Litigation, Silver Lake
Eddie Borrero
Eddie Borrero CLASS XLIII - Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer, Stellarus
Cynthia Bright
Cynthia Bright CLASS XLIII - Former Deputy General Counsel, HP Inc.
Tina Rogers Brown
Tina Rogers Brown CLASS XLIII - President & Co-Founder, Vector Holding Group | Former COO, Overland-Tandberg
Melissa Cerezo
Melissa Cerezo CLASS XXXVIII - Transit-Oriented Communities Manager, VTA
Andre' Chapman
Andre' Chapman CLASS XXIII - Founder & CEO, Fostering Promise
Mary Dent
Mary Dent CLASS XXV - Partner & General Counsel, Klaros Group
David Epps
David Epps CLASS XXIX - Alternate Public Defender, County of Santa Clara (Retired)
Tom Giles
Tom Giles CLASS XXXVII - Executive Editor, Bloomberg News
Anjee Helstrup-Alvarez
Anjee Helstrup-Alvarez CLASS XXXVII - Executive Director, MACLA
Jon Hicks
Jon Hicks CLASS XXXI - Employment Counsel, Netflix
Hsing Kung
Hsing Kung CLASS XIII - Managing Partner, Acorn Campus Ventures
Kelly Porter
Kelly Porter CLASS XXXIII - Lead Managing Partner, Woodside Capital Partners
Saleem Qadir
Saleem Qadir CLASS XLIV - Senior Director, Operations Platform Engineering, ESO
Heather Rangel
Heather Rangel IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR | CLASS XXXIII - US Technology Sector Leader, Deloitte
Kate Schuelke
Kate Schuelke CLASS XLII - Former Chief Legal Officer, Seagate Technology
Leah Toeniskoetter
Leah Toeniskoetter CLASS XXIV - President & CEO, San Jose Chamber of Commerce
Ken Yeager
Ken Yeager CLASS VI - Executive Director, BAYMEC Community Foundation / Professor, San Jose State University
Erica Yew
Erica Yew CEO | CLASS XV - Judge, Santa Clara County Superior Court

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$258K

Highest Paid

$258K

Nory Angel

Compensated Officers

1

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Nory Angel President $250,001 $7,500 $257,501 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$3K Total Given
Democratic $2,350 (90%)
Republican $250 (10%)
11 Contributions
$236 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

4 Individual Donors
NA
Nory Angel 2 contributions • $625 avg
$1,250
AM
Adair Mosley 1 contribution • $500 avg
$500
SS
Suzanne St John Crane 1 contribution • $500 avg
$500
SS
Suzanne St.john-Crane 7 contributions • $50 avg
$350

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Suzanne St.john-Crane with 7 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Nory Angel at $625 each
🎯
Top Recipient HARRIS VICTORY — $1,850

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$74K Grants Received
4 Organizations

Top Funders

4 total
AE
American Endowment Foundation
$40K
TM
The Methodist Hospital
$15K
GH
Greater Houston Community Foundation
$12K
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$7K
American Endowment Foundation The Methodist Hospital Greater Houston Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
American Endowment Foundation The Methodist Hospital Greater Houston Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Related Organizations

1 affiliated entity reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

1

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

1
American Leadership Forum-National
Tacoma, WA
National office for federation of ALF chapters
501(c) 501(c)(3)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

1 Registrations
1 Client

Clients 1 total

A
American Leadership In Global Development Coalition
1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with American Leadership Forum Houston Gulf

Phone

(713) 807-1253
Visit Website
1801 Main Street 910 Houston, TX 77002