Board of Directors

Kids Hub is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors who bring leadership, vision, and accountability to our mission. Each member contributes their expertise and passion to ensure that children and families in our community receive the protection, support, and care they deserve. Together, they help strengthen our organization and expand our impact.

  • Machelle Aultman

    Board Chair

  • Lauren Bridges

    Vice Chair

  • Koby Palmer

    Treasurer

  • Juanita Stovall

    Secretary

  • Caitlin Chancellor

  • Brad Cornett

  • Emily Holmes

  • Sinnana Jones

  • Amanda Kirby

  • Lisa Salcedo

  • Brittany Toney

Columbia Advisory Members

Aaron McKenzie

Rene Dungan

Len Cooke

Renea Rayborn

Dorothy Sweatt

Juanita Stovall

Covington Advisory Members

Brittany Toney

Morgan Shoemake

Erin Rogers

Shannon Rogers

​Taylor Sullivan

  • Brad Cornett, Vice President, Senior Business Banker at Merchants & Marine Bank

    “I first felt called to support child advocacy years ago while serving on the Lamar County Grand Jury and hearing the stories kids face. As a dad of two, those experiences stuck with me and pushed me to get involved. For the past 7+ years, I’ve been proud to serve with Kids Hub, helping ensure every child feels safe, protected, and supported in our community.”

  • Sinnana Jones, Magnolia Title of Mississippi

    “I serve on the board because it lets me support a group that really makes a difference for kids. My daughter is a teacher, and she’s shared some stories about what some of her students have gone through. Hearing those stories really opened my eyes to how many kids face through and painful situations. Serving on the board gives me the opportunity to advocate for children in need.”

  • Machelle Aultman, Aultman Speech Therapy

    “It was actually my daughter who first introduced us to Kids Hub. During her senior year of high school, she fell in love with the mission and began volunteering there. Her passion for helping others inspired her to pursue a career in social work, and through her involvement, our whole family was drawn in. We started attending events, learning more about the incredible work being done, and before long, I felt called to get even more involved. That journey ultimately led me to join the board, and I couldn’t be more grateful.”

  • Lisa Salcedo, Vice President Senior Product and Pricing Manager at Hancock Whitney

    “Serving on Kids Hub’s board combines a mission that is close to my heart with meaningful work while also contributing to a well-established, accredited organization that plays a vital role in protecting children across southeastern Mississippi.”

  • Brittany Culpepper Toney, Brittany & Co.

    “I serve on the board, because protecting children is deeply personal to me. Having experienced the impact of abuse, I know how vital it is for children to feel safe, supported, and heard. It’s an honor to play a small part in a mission that ensures every child who walks through the doors feels safe, supported, and never alone.”

  • Emily Holmes, Special Projects Director at The University of Southern Mississippi

    “I serve as a board member because it’s inspiring to be a small part of the Kid’s Hub mission in ensuring every child has access to safety, healing, and hope. Supporting the center allows me to advocate for vulnerable children and ensure they have the resources and protection they need.”

  • Juanita Stovall, City of Columbia

    “I serve on the board because the mission is personal to me. I’ve seen the long term impact abuse can have on a child’s life, and I’ve also seen the difference that support, safety, and compassion can make. Being part of Kids Hub allows me to be an advocate for those that need that support.”