Meet the Members of Our Board of Directors
Carol Lilly, Chair
Carol Lilly is the founder of Boomers Collaborative Foundation and the concept originator of the Boomers Collaborative model. She has a BA in Home Building, Residential Design from Trinity University in San Antonio, an MA in Technical Communication from Texas State University in San Marcos, and a work background in residential design, residential construction management, urban planning, housing program development, and technical writing. An elder orphan herself, she is passionate about solving the housing, economic, and social isolation problems facing many--if not most--of today's seniors who are retiring alone.
Secretary
Vacant (We are currently conducting a talent search for this role. Please reach out to us if you are interested in serving.)
Verda Espinosa, Treasurer
Verda Espinosa was born in Beaumont, Texas, and moved to Opelousas, Louisiana where she grew up until the age of thirteen. In 1988, Verda moved to Austin, Texas, where she began her career in the financial field and has held many accounting positions in both the private and public sectors. Having previously worked with other local CPA firms and other various organizations, Verda is well acquainted with a variety of accounting and tax software. She previously served as the Controller/Assistant Warden of Business and Finance for a nationwide correction company.
After years of experience in the finance field, Verda started Vertuous Accounting Services, Inc. in 2014, where she specializes in helping small to medium-sized businesses with their business and financial needs. Verda is a well-rounded, full-service Consultant with extensive hands-on experience in bookkeeping, accounting, and tax preparation and has prepared many personal and business tax returns over the years. She has designed and implemented best practices, policies, and procedures in both small and large companies from online retail stores to heavy machinery organizations.
Verda joined Boomers Collaborative team as the Treasurer in 2023.
General Counsel
Vacant (We are currently conducting a talent search for this role. Please reach out to us if you are interested in serving.)
Anna Buchanan, Acting Secretary & Talent Solutions Specialist
Native to Central Texas, Anna Buchanan is a driven entrepreneur with a passion for making a positive impact. Founder of MetriX Talent Solutions, she combines her expertise in talent acquisition with her dedication to supporting the community, bringing a unique blend of business acumen and philanthropy to her endeavors.
Chad Wallace, Board Member & Real Estate Professional
Chad is a Senior Associate at Partners' Austin Office, where he specializes in leasing and tenant representation for both tenants and landlords. With a strategic approach, Chad focuses on creating and executing real estate solutions that support client growth, maximize portfolio performance through effective leasing strategies, and facilitate optimal site selection. His expertise also extends to upgrading rent rolls, negotiating favorable economic terms, and optimizing space utilization to shed excess capacity when necessary.
Prior to his role at Partners, Chad worked at Matthews Real Estate Investment Services as an associate broker, leading their central Texas leasing and tenant representation efforts. This experience deepened his understanding of the regional market dynamics and honed his skills in delivering tailored real estate services that meet the nuanced needs of his clients.
Having lived in student cooperative housing during his formative years, Chad is a strong proponent of mixed-use cooperative housing as a viable solution to the affordable housing crisis in Austin. He is passionate about advocating for policies and development strategies that include cooperative housing to provide sustainable, community-oriented living spaces that are accessible to all.
Annelies Lottmann, UTRGV Coop Coach
Annelies Lottmann is the Director of the UTRGV Texas Rural Cooperative Center. Committed to building the cooperative economy throughout Texas, she believes cooperative ownership can be a key tool in building community wealth, helping to break cycles of poverty.