Leadership Team

Ken Sheirr joined Family Houston in 2024. Previously Sheirr was CMO with the Rockets and oversaw all areas of the team’s brand, philanthropy, customer experience, digital, retail, and event operations, and led all revenue-driving marketing efforts. He was also instrumental in the opening of Toyota Center, strategic planning for inaugural sponsorship deals and overseeing third-party facility operations. Sheirr has also consulted for small businesses on operations and marketing strategies, as well as taught graduate and undergraduate classes in sports management at Sam Houston State University.

Jessica Cisneros joined Family Houston in 2012. She received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of St. Thomas and her M.Ed. in Counseling from the University of Houston. She is a Texas board approved Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and has a passion towards working with staff to help them reach full licensure. She is also a Board Certified Coach through the Center of Credentialing and Education. Mrs. Cisneros has worked in both corporate and non-profit organizations and has over fifteen years of supervisory experience coaching others.​

Barbara Le joined Family Houston in 2024.  She brings over 8 years of non-profit finance, budgeting development and management, grants reporting, and financial compliance.  Prior to joining our team, she served as the Director of Finance and Administration at Daya Inc. - a Houston based non-profit that assists  survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. One of her most rewarding aspect of her career is helping agencies build stronger financial systems and processes that allows them to scale their programs and expand their reach. ​​​

With over 20 years of dedicated nonprofit experience, Aleshia Tripps joined Family Houston in 2006, where she began delivering essential services to clients with an unwavering commitment to community well-being. Rising through the ranks from Coordinator all the way to Chief Program Officer, Aleshia brings vision and expertise to her role. Her dedication to lifelong learning has led her to participate in leadership programs, including Rice University’s Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies and the Emerging Leaders Program. She is enrolled in the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce’s Excellence for Nonprofit Leadership program. Aleshia is passionate about leading and inspiring her teams to achieve excellence, fostering a culture of compassion and innovation that amplifies Family Houston’s impact on the communities it serves.

Kerry Beth Cottingham joined Family Houston in 2024 and serves as Vice President of Strategy and Development. A Licensed Master Social Worker and graduate of the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work, Kerry Beth provides strategic leadership that aligns the organization’s mission, programs, and resources to maximize community impact and long-term sustainability. With extensive nonprofit leadership experience in development, fundraising, and grants administration, Kerry Beth has built a career around translating mission into meaningful impact that builds stronger communities through comprehensive support, hope, and opportunity.

Hoosier serves as Family Houston’s Chief Comfort Officer. As an emotional support dog, he is available to provide comfort and companionship to clients at our Central office during their appointments. Currently 14 weeks old, Hoosier is an Australian Labradoodle generously donated by Texas Australian Labradoodles. He is undergoing training to support clients who choose to engage with him during their visits, helping to create a calming and compassionate environment.