Association Of Texas Professional

Austin, TX · Founded 1980

Statewide membership association advocating for Texas educators and quality public education

Primary audience
Educators
Work area
Professional Association
Topic
Education Quality
Contact
Shannon Holmes
Website Contact

About Organization

The Association of Texas Professional Educators serves as a membership organization dedicated to improving education quality and creating supportive learning environments throughout Texas. Based in Austin, TX, the organization operates with 69 employees and 2,200 volunteers, generating $16.6 million in annual revenue. Founded in 1980, it provides advocacy, professional support, and resources to educators across the state.

What They Focus On

Educator Advocacy

Representing teacher interests through legislative engagement and policy development at state and local levels

Quality Learning Environments

Promoting conditions and resources that support effective teaching and optimal student learning outcomes

Professional Support

Providing educators with membership benefits, resources, and community connections enhancing their professional effectiveness

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$16.6M

+31% vs 2021

Expenses (2023)

$14.6M

+4% vs 2021

Assets (2023)

$26.5M

+0.7% vs 2021

Employees (2023)

69

+3% vs 2021

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $16,556,064 $14,612,557 $26,464,059 69
2021 $12,638,531 $14,044,453 $26,286,970 67
2020 $13,120,011 $13,742,348 $25,910,461 71
2019 $13,856,103 $13,569,232 $23,090,341 76
2018 $15,072,177 $14,108,069 $21,848,749 76
2017 $17,482,475 $14,308,267 $21,131,348 73

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Recruit and support educators statewide through membership services and volunteer coordination networks

  • 02

    Policy Advocacy

    Represent educator interests through governmental relations and legislative advocacy at state level

  • 03

    Resource Provision

    Deliver professional development tools and educational resources supporting teaching excellence statewide

  • 04

    Community Building

    Foster collaboration among educators creating supportive professional networks throughout Texas

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Association Of Texas Professional

Educator Advocacy

Legislative representation and governmental relations advocating for educator rights and educational policy improvements in Texas

Professional Development

Resources and training programs helping educators enhance teaching quality and classroom environment effectiveness

Membership Services

Comprehensive support network connecting educators statewide through benefits, resources, and professional community engagement

Educational Quality Initiatives

Programs and advocacy efforts focused on creating optimal learning environments for students across Texas

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Association Of Texas Professional.

SH

Shannon Holmes

Executive Director
Full-time
Compensation: $298,345
GR

Gary Richardson

Associate Executive Director
Full-time
Compensation: $171,823
JM

Jennifer Mitchell

Governmental Relation Director
Full-time
Compensation: $161,014
BM

Bret Messer

Information Technology Director
Full-time
Compensation: $133,002
JE

Joy England

Membership Director
Full-time
Compensation: $128,005
JG

Judson Gibson

Member Legal Services Director
Full-time
Compensation: $123,022
AR

Abby Rogers

Region Director
2 hrs/week
AR

Abigail Ramford

Region Director
2 hrs/week
AT

Adriane Taylor

Region Director
2 hrs/week
CF

Christina Flores

Region Director
2 hrs/week
CA

Christopher Adams

Region Director
2 hrs/week
CS

Christy Skinner

Region Director
2 hrs/week
DS

Denise Sanders

Region Director
2 hrs/week
DW

Donna Ward

Region Director
2 hrs/week
GC

Gail Campos

Region Director
2 hrs/week
GW

Gail Wood-Rush

Region Director
2 hrs/week
JF

Jason Forbis

State Vice President
2 hrs/week
JS

Jayne Serna

State President
2 hrs/week
JG

Jesse Guerrero

Region Director
2 hrs/week
LH

Laura Herrera

Region Director
2 hrs/week
LW

Leslie Ward

Region Director
2 hrs/week
RZ

Robert Zamora

Region Director
2 hrs/week
SD

Sean Douglas

Region Director
2 hrs/week
SB

Sherry Boyd

Region Director
2 hrs/week
SW

Stacey Ward

State Past President
2 hrs/week
SS

Stephanie Stoebe

Region Director
2 hrs/week
TM

Teresa Millard

Region Director
2 hrs/week
TF

Twila Fiuerora

Region Director
2 hrs/week
WB

Wanda Bailey

Region Director
2 hrs/week

Milestones

1980

Organization Founded

1980

Association established to advocate for Texas educators and improve education quality

1981

IRS Tax-Exempt Status

1981

Received federal tax-exempt recognition enabling expanded advocacy and member services

2017

Peak Revenue Growth

2017

Reached highest annual revenue of $17.5 million reflecting expanded membership impact

2023

Volunteer Network Expansion

2023

Grew volunteer base to 2,200 members strengthening statewide educator support network

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

ER
Eli Rodriguez State Treasurer 2.00 hrs/week
JL
Jerrica Liggins State Secretary 2.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$1.2M

Highest Paid

$331K

Shannon Holmes

Compensated Officers

6

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Shannon Holmes Executive Director $298,345 $32,696 $331,041 40
Gary Richardson Associate Executive Director $171,823 $24,819 $196,642 40
Jennifer Mitchell Governmental Relation Director $161,014 $23,765 $184,779 40
Bret Messer Information Technology Director $133,002 $21,333 $154,335 40
Joy England Membership Director $128,005 $20,808 $148,813 40
Judson Gibson Member Legal Services Director $123,022 $22,142 $145,164 40

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

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
3 Registrations
2 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 2 total

Children's Hospital Association Of Texas
2 filings
Self
Association Of Texas Professional Educators
1 filing
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Association Of Texas Professional

Phone

(512) 467-0071

Social

Visit Website
305 E Huntland Drive Ste 300 Austin, TX 787523792