Interfaith of The Woodlands Welcomes Three New Board Members

New directors bring wealth of leadership experience and community involvement

Mar. 10, 2026 at 5:05pm

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Interfaith of The Woodlands, a nonprofit social service agency, recently welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors: Noemi Gonzalez, Michelle Little, and Jordan Watson. Each new board member brings extensive leadership experience, community involvement, and a strong commitment to Interfaith's mission of building a more loving and caring community through service.

Why it matters

Interfaith of The Woodlands plays a vital role in providing basic needs assistance, senior support services, and community programs to families in The Woodlands and surrounding areas. The addition of these new board members with diverse backgrounds and expertise will help strengthen Interfaith's mission and expand its impact across the local community.

The details

Noemi Gonzalez is the General Manager of Market Street - The Woodlands, bringing over a decade of experience in property operations, marketing, and community engagement. Michelle Little is the Vice President of Community Affairs and Corporate Giving at Waste Connections, where she oversees the company's nonprofit foundation and charitable partnerships. Jordan Watson is the Director of Community and Government Affairs for Howard Hughes' Texas Region and serves in leadership roles with local business advocacy groups.

  • Interfaith of The Woodlands recently held its annual Board of Directors and Advisors Retreat.
  • The three new board members were welcomed at this retreat.

The players

Noemi Gonzalez

General Manager of Market Street - The Woodlands, with over a decade of experience in property operations, marketing, and community engagement.

Michelle Little

Vice President of Community Affairs and Corporate Giving at Waste Connections, where she oversees the company's nonprofit foundation and charitable partnerships.

Jordan Watson

Director of Community and Government Affairs for Howard Hughes' Texas Region, and co-lead for the Business Advocacy Council with The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce.

Todd Durkee

Recently concluded his service on the Board of Directors, making a meaningful impact on the organization and community.

Mary Anne Whitney

Longtime board member who has transitioned to the Board of Advisors, where she will continue to provide guidance and institutional knowledge.

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What they’re saying

“We are incredibly grateful for the service of our outgoing Board Members and excited to welcome Noemi, Jordan, and Michelle to our Board of Directors. Each of these new Board Members brings unique experience and a deep passion for service that will help strengthen our mission and expand our impact across the community.”

— Missy Herndon, President and CEO of Interfaith of The Woodlands

The takeaway

The addition of these new board members with diverse backgrounds and expertise will help Interfaith of The Woodlands continue to serve the local community by strengthening its mission and expanding its impact across The Woodlands and surrounding areas.