Mike Buchanan has faithfully served with Lubbock Impact for many years starting in the kitchen helping with the Community Meal and is now entering his 6th year on the Board of Directors. Mike is a Texas Tech Alumni with a degree in Agriculture Economics and brings valuable financial and logistical expertise to the Board. He enjoys serving at his home church, delivering meals for Meals on Wheels, and spending time with his wife, three kids and six grandchildren.

Michael, a professor of Christian Studies at Lubbock’s Wayland Baptist University campus, joined Lubbock Impact’s Board of Directors in 2024. He and his wife, Robin attend Bacon Heights Baptist Church and are active members- Michael serves as a deacon and Sunday school teacher. In his free time, Michael likes to bowl and read old books. Michael and Robin have a son who is a Lubbock journeyman electrician and a daughter in law who works for the TTU headstart program. Their daughter currently lives in McKinney working for an interior design company.

Deanna Duncan began serving on the Board of Directors in June of 2021 and has years of experience working with nonprofits, helping them find funds through grants and fundraising events. Deanna brings valuable creative expertise and has a knack for event planning. She and her husband run their own photography business, CjDuncan Photography.

Tina joined Luboock Impact’s Board of Directors in 2023. Tina serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Covenant Health. With her vast experience in hospital administration, she has the wisdom to speak into the various clinics that run at Lubbock Impact. A few of Tina’s skills include leadership, mentoring, and operations. In her free time, Tina enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with her husband, Mark.

Jennifer joined Lubbock Impact’s Board of Directors in January 2025. After graduating from the University of Miami in 2003 with a degree in Accounting and Computer Information Systems, she came back to her home in Lubbock to work for Tyler Technologies. Jennifer loves the outdoors, hiking, photography and spending time with her two nieces!

Amber has been involved in Lubbock Impact’s ministry through volunteering in her role at United Supermarkets and joined the Board of Directors in January 2025. She has a Bachelor of Science in Personal Financial Planning, a Master of Business Administration and is skilled in teaching, finding efficiencies and inclusivity which bring great value to Lubbock Impact's Board. Amber loves fitness, reading and spending time with her family and two dogs.

Jeff, a member of the group that originally began Lubbock Impact, has been a steady volunteer since the very beginning in 2007. He works as a contractor and often helps Lubbock Impact by providing his expertise on the building. A former Chairman of the Board, Jeff has overseen most ministries from the beginning. Jeff eventually stepped down as Chairman but continues to serve Lubbock Impact as a Member of the Board.

After being a regular volunteer with Lubbock Impact since 2021, David joined Lubbock Impact’s Board of Directors in 2024. David is a graduate of Texas Tech’s Rawls College of Business and Texas Tech’s School of Law and is currently practicing here in Lubbock. He and his wife, Kristen are active members of Redeemer church and consistent volunteers through Lubbock Impact’s Wednesday night community meal. He has many special skills including graphic design, publishing and technical writing and enjoys reading, games and cooking in his free time.

Debra is a Social Work Professor at Texas Tech University. She has been volunteering with Lubbock Impact for many years providing social work services and supervising students. Debra also serves on the board of directors for the Counsil of Social Work Education. She loves spending time with her two dogs, teaching praise dancing to students and growing her herb garden. She is passionate about Women’s Missions and helping people in the community and is a vital part of all aspects of Lubbock Impact.

Del recently took her place as a member of The Board of Directors in January of 2023. Having served in the school system and now a retired LISD principal, Del still works in LISD as an ESL tutor. She also serves on the Board of Directors for WMU of Texas and is the Director of WMU for the Lubbock Area Baptist Association. She is an active member of Hispana Baptist Church, where her husband pastors. Some hobbies of Del’s are playing piano, reading, and taking care of her two grandchildren.

Dr. Suzie Beck Liner is a Red Raider alumni, retired physician and dedicated volunteer who joined Lubbock Impact’s Board of Directors in 2024. Together, Dr. Beck Liner and her husband have five married children and four grandchildren; all but 1 family reside in the Lubbock area. Aside from her extensive medical background, Dr. Beck Liner is very involved in her church. She is passionate about family, medical mission work and enjoys reading, fishing and cooking in her free time.

Kyle is a Commercial Loan Officer at First United Bank and excitedly joined the Board of Directors in January 2025. Kyle has two sons and has been married to his wife Mary Kate since 2017. He enjoys woodworking, traveling, and golf and brings years of financial analysis experience to Lubbock Impact's board.