Board

BOBBY HIBBS

My role on the board is:  Cofounder of MAE El Salvador and Ex-Officio

What I bring to the Board is: A passion for youth, an unwavering commitment to my calling, and a heart for the disadvantaged.

My dream job in heaven is: To run the coffee farm.

Three words the people closest to me would use to describe me are: Bald, Hard-Working, Easy-Going

My enneagram number is: 1 – The Reformer

Ask me about the time: I had my glasses stolen by a monkey

In my free time you can find me: Working in the garden, drinking coffee, or cooking something great for my wife

BRITNEY HIBBS

My role on the board is: Cofounder of MAE El Salvador and Teammate

What I bring to the Board is: A deep love for Salvadoran youth, a clear vision and calling from the Lord, and the desire to see youth restored through Christ.

My dream job in heaven is: Taste testing the food before the banquets

Three words the people closest to me would use to describe me are:  Chatty, Strong, and Perseverant

My enneagram number is: 8 – The Challenger

Ask me about the time: I sat my kitchen on fire making bacon

In my free time you can find me: Reading an e-book, drinking strong coffee with plenty of creamer, or eating whatever delicacy my husband has cooked up

SAVANNAH KELLY

My role on the board is: Board President and Teammate

What I bring to the Board is: A background in Spanish and Latin American studies, a can-do attitude, and a love for the youth in the MAE El Salvador ministry.

My dream job in heaven is: The person who interviews everyone about their time on Earth and celebrates how God transformed and used their life!

Three words the people closest to me would use to describe me are: Encouraging, Loyal, Joyful

My enneagram number is: 7 – The Enthusiast

Ask me about the time: Made a bet with Taylor Swift (and won).

In my free time you can find me: Laughing way too loudly, having deep conversations over coffee, making up new dance moves, or trying to do too many things at once

NANCI HAECKER

My role on the board is: Vice President and Teammate

What I bring to the Board is: A heart for service, passion for helping others, and professional experience as a nurse practitioner.

My dream job in heaven is: Master Gardener

Three words the people closest to me would use to describe me are: Compassionate, Hardworking, Loyal

My enneagram number is: 1  – The Perfectionist ( wings are 9 and 2 so it’s balanced! 😊 )

Ask me about the time: I rode my bicycle 210 miles in 2 days

In my free time you can find me: Gardening, spending time with family, volunteering or taking in a community play

AIMEE HUGHES

My role on the board is: Secretary and Teammate

What I bring to the Board is: An extensive background in travel and missions as well as several years of experience in the field of education and working with vulnerable population groups.

My dream job in heaven is: God knows me better than I know myself, so whatever He assigns to me I will be happy to do 🙂

Three words the people closest to me would use to describe me are:  Creative, Passionate, and Safe

My enneagram number is: 8 – The Challenger

Ask me about the time: I ate live octopus

In my free time you can find me: Either with friends and family, or chilling with my cat at home

PAULA KISER

My role on the board is: Treasurer and Teammate

What I bring to the Board is: Many years of teaching, business and financial expertise, and an “others first” mentality.

My dream job in heaven is: Harpist

Three words the people closest to me would use to describe me are:  Spirited, Dependable, and Efficient

My enneagram number is: 1 – The Reformer

Ask me about the time: I went skiing for the first time (water and snow)

In my free time you can find me: Hanging out with family, possibly napping, cooking, taking a brisk walk

JAMIE BENNINGTON

My role on the board is: Missionary Care Coordinator and Teammate

What I bring to the Board is: A love for missions, experience as a school superintendent, a masters in theology, and a heart for others.

My dream job in heaven is: Explorer / Investigative Journalist

Three words the people closest to me would use to describe me are:  Compassionate, Honest, Dedicated

My enneagram number is: 9 – The Peacemaker

Ask me about the time: I agreed to rock climb with a friend of mine/my fear of heights

In my free time you can find me: Spending time with family, listening to podcasts, playing fantasy football, reading, attempting to learn something new such as guitar or Spanish, or enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking, playing in the creek, canoeing, shooting, fishing, or contemplating in the woods

JEFF MAYFIELD

My role on the board is: Teammate

What I bring to the Board is: Extensive experience in law enforcement, expertise in administration, and a true desire to see the great commission fulfilled to the ends of the Earth.

My dream job in heaven is:  Serving others and I’d be happy to care for any dogs that are there!

Three words the people closest to me would use to describe me are: Encourager, Multitasker, Server

My enneagram number is: 1  – The Reformer

Ask me about the time: I had two different opportunities to rescue baby deer I came across unexpectedly

In my free time you can find me: With my family and particularly my grandchildren, hiking, reading

DANIEL YELVERTON

My role on the board is: Teammate

What I bring to the Board is: Many years of pastoral experience and a genuine love for others.

My dream job in heaven is: Surf Instructor on the Crystal Sea

Three words the people closest to me would use to describe me are:  Encourager, Joy Bomb, Servant

My enneagram number is: 9 – The Peacemaker

Ask me about the time: Got a hickey from a stingray

In my free time you can find me: Spending time with Jesus and family, grabbing coffee with a friend, watching Disney+

MAE El Salvador Advisory Team

In addition to having a board of directors, we also have an active advisory team. Those who are currently serving specialize in the areas of counseling, ministry, law, education, security services, and business development. These folks are an invaluable addition to the team and we are so thankful for their wise counsel!