About NTX Community Food Pantry

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Jennifer Hall, Executive Director of NTX Community Food Pantry, brings two decades of educational experience and a strong commitment to service. She has a loving husband, and is a proud mom of 4 kids.

She started as a volunteer at NTXCFP in 2022 and quickly advanced to Operations Manager in January 2023. She became the Executive Director in January 2024. Under her leadership, NTXCFP has expanded its outreach, providing essential food assistance and fostering a supportive environment.

Jennifer credits her faith in Jesus Christ for her success and remains dedicated to helping those facing food insecurity.

  Angie King joins our NTX Community Food Pantry family after she retired from her nearly 30 years of teaching.

She has always had a heart for serving others and for building relationships with those that God has put in her path.

She has been married to her husband for 33 years and has 2 amazing children. She began volunteering at the NTXCFP by recommendation of a friend, which quickly led to God’s divine placement as Operations Manager.

God has blessed her with new friendships, not only with the staff and volunteers but also with some of our clientele. Angie praises God for this opportunity.

Victor Rios is currently a District Manager for Jake's. He is originally from Clute, in South Texas. Victor has resided in the in DFW since 2000.

He has been in the hospitality business for over 30 years and has worked with many great companies and communities throughout his career.

Victor is a big believer in teaching, developing, and mentoring as many people as possible to help better our communities for the future.  

George Jones is our former Chairman of the Board.  He is an experienced Sales Executive for over 30 years. George has served on several boards and has a passion for serving our community.

He was part of the original launch team for the Storehouse Food Pantry operated out of Horizons Church many years ago. He has remained an active supporter of NTX Community Food Pantry.

Outside of his work and volunteering at the Food Pantry, George is a married father of 2 daughters. As a family they love to travel and experience other cultures.

 Judith Ensweiler is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles. She has served as the Membership Director of The Colony Chamber of Commerce and the Executive Director of Financial Services Exchange, Inc. She is the President and Founder of Terrific Solutions, Inc.

Judy's leadership and vision has lead her to serve in various positions which have direct impact on community members and their quality of life. She is presently on the City Council of The Colony, Texas and a board member of organizations such as the United Way of Denton County, NTX Community Food Pantry, and the Plano Public Library Foundation.

Laura McLand is the head of Human Resources for Sun Holdings, the second largest franchise organization in the country. Previously, Laura was President and CEO of HR Fusion, an HR Consulting comparing and has held HR leadership  positions at public and private organizations.

Laura has been a member of the NTX Community Food Pantry Board of Directors for three years. Her focus on people has brought new services to NTXCFP including employment resources, job-seeking guidance and resume review services to its visitors.

Laura has been married to her HS sweetheart, Darrin, for 40 years. They raised three kids in The Colony and enjoy spending time with their grandchildren.

 Mykel Tovar is a marketing, events, and community engagement leader with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences, building strategic partnerships, and bringing people together.

As Director of Fun at Galaxy Theatres, Mykel develops innovative marketing campaigns, experiential events, brand partnerships, and community activations that turn big ideas into memorable moments. His work also extends into sports and entertainment through Cowboys Experience, where he supports event marketing, promotions, partnerships, and fan-focused experiences.

Mykel brings a unique combination of entrepreneurial creativity and corporate leadership to his work. He spent 17 years with AT&T, building a strong foundation in corporate operations, leadership, customer experience, and business development, while more than a decade with Trifecta Event Management has expanded his expertise in event production, operations, experiential marketing, and large-scale activations.

Giving back is equally important to Mykel. He serves as a Board Member and Event Chair for The Colony Chamber of Commerce, a Board Member for the NTX Community Food Pantry, a Consultant with Heroes, Cops and Kids, and an NTX Make-A-Wish Wish Granter.

Known as “the plug,” Mykel believes a great network isn’t measured by how many people you know, but by how many people you can bring together to create opportunities, strengthen communities, and make something meaningful happen.

Creating experiences. Connecting people. Strengthening communities. Making an impact.

  Linda believes that community is about more than where we live. It’s about how we show up for one another.

As a financial professional and Board Member of the NTX Community Pantry, Linda has a heart for helping people, building meaningful relationships, and connecting individuals and families with opportunities to thrive. Her professional life has centered around helping others plan for their futures, while her community involvement gives her the opportunity to serve people in a different but equally meaningful way.

She is grateful to serve alongside others who share a commitment to strengthening North Texas communities and making a positive impact, one family at a time.

Outside of her professional and community work, Linda is a newlywed and proud mom of two young boys who keep life fun and busy. She is also a self-proclaimed pug enthusiast. In her spare time, you can find her competitive swimming, trying something new in the kitchen, or when life slows down long enough getting lost in a good book.