Katy Derner

President

Future Cougars: Beau (Class of 2026) and Blair (Class of 2028)

My husband, Scott, and I moved into Belmont Addition in 2017 after two and a half years of long distance between Ohio and Arizona.  We were drawn to the neighborhoods' walkability to Greenville Ave and Tietze Park. 

After our son, Beau, was born we set out to find other parents in the neighborhood and found the Pre-G Association, through which we have developed many friendships. 

I currently work a freelance position for Bath and Body Works and Victoria Secret, but spend most of my time at home or on the go with Beau and Blair; while my husband is a Pharmacy Manager.  As Pre-G President, I look forward to maintaining a focus on connecting families in the area and also learning new ways to grow and serve our community.  

Amy Meyer

Secretary 

Current Cougars: Easton (PK4) and Noah (PK4)

My husband James and I are native Dallasites and moved to Lower Greenville in 2022 with our twin boys, Easton and Noah. I am a Director at Alix Partners where I provide forensic accounting, valuation, and dispute consulting services to clients in a variety of industries. James is a Senior Project Manager at Baker Concrete Construction and is currently managing our own home renovation.

We love exploring new restaurants and playgrounds in the area and the boys love zipping around the neighborhood and Tietze Park on their bikes. We are so thankful for the community we’ve found through Pre-Geneva and are excited to be attending Geneva Heights again this year for Pre-K 4!

Morgan Durco

Treasurer

Future Cougars: Madison (class of 2026) and Davis (Class of 2028)

My husband, Scott and I moved with our daughter Madison (3) from Chicago to Dallas in January 2022. Scotts job in commercial real estate brought us to Texas and we feel so fortunate to have found the neighborhood feel and walkability in Lower Greenville that we treasured in Chicago.

Since making Llano Ave our home, we added Davis (1) and our dog Wrigley to the family. When not working in services sales for a tech company, you will find me outside with the kids or walking to one of our favorite coffee shops or bars. I value the Pre-G community and look forward to serving as Treasurer, managing all financial aspects of our organization.

Yashoda Bhagwat Rana

Fund Development

Future Cougar: Avi (Class of 2026)

My husband, Sundeep, and I are both Dallas transplants. He hails from California, while I'm originally from Michigan. We both moved to Dallas for work, and the city holds a special place in our hearts as it's where we met and had our son, Avi.

I am a Professor of Marketing at TCU, and Sundeep is a managing principal at Castle Creek, an alternative asset management firm focused on the community banking industry. We cherish our evening strolls to Jeni's Ice Cream, longer walks on the Katy Trail, and traveling. PreG has given us the privilege of meeting so many amazing families, and we are truly grateful!

Courtney Colclough

Member at Large

Future Cougars: Macsen (Class of 2027), Sutton (Class of 2030), Seren (Class of 2030)

My husband and I moved to East Dallas in 2019, and in 2022, we welcomed our son into the world.   As only children ourselves, we thought our family was complete but there was another surprise in store for us. January 2025, we welcomed twin baby girls, Sutton & Seren.

I work as a technology lead at PwC, while Darren, who hails from the UK, runs his own marketing firm. We love exploring East Dallas, enjoying the local food, parks, and community events. Despite our hectic schedules, we always prioritize family time. The connections we’ve made at Pre Geneva have been an incredible support system, and we thoroughly enjoy contributing to our thriving community.

Aubrie Beysselance

VP of Communication

Future Cougars: Maya (Class of 2027), and Alena (Class of 2029)

My husband Pavle and I moved from Europe to Dallas in 2018 and instantly fell in love with the charm, warmth, and walkability of Lower Greenville. A year later, we put down roots in our historic Vickery Place home where we welcomed our two daughters in 2021 and 2023. We feel so lucky to raise our family in such a friendly, vibrant neighborhood where front porch waves, stroller walks, and familiar faces make every day feel special.

During the week, I work part-time for Academy 4, a nonprofit running a mentoring and leadership program at our feeder pattern's Lipscomb Elementary. After serving as Pre-Geneva’s VP of Social & Programming last year, I’m excited to step into the VP of Communications role. I love bringing people together, helping friendships bloom, and celebrating the beautiful sense of community that makes this neighborhood feel so much like home.

Claire Cook

Parliamentarian

Future Cougars: Vivian (Class of 2026), Bridgette (Class of 2029), and Naomi (Class of 2030)

My husband Turner and I moved to Lower Greenville in 2019 and immediately fell in love. We love the sense of community and friendships in the neighborhood.  We had our daughter Vivian in 2021, our daughter Bridgette in 2023, and our daughter Naomi in 2025. We are so excited to raise our girls here!  In our spare time, we like to walk down to Lower Greenville, try new restaurants, work out in the yard, and travel when we're able to get away. My role as Parliamentarian is to guide the meetings and events to comply with our Bylaws. Professionally, I am an employment lawyer, and Turner is in Commercial Real Estate Development.

Kaleigh Walker

Event Coordinator

Future Cougar: Hudson (Class of 2029)

Rachel Abbott

Event Coordinator

Current Cougar: Sammy (PK3)

My family moved to Dallas from California in early 2025. As we're settling in, we’ve loved reconnecting with old friends while making new ones along the way. I work in strategy for the Milken Institute, a nonprofit think tank, and my son, Sammy, is a PK3 student at Geneva Heights. Go Cougars!

Since we’re new to the area, I joined PreG to meet other families in the community. I also have the wonderful opportunity to serve as Social Co-Chair, helping plan fun events where our members and their children can connect and build friendships.

Keely Marie

Playgroup Coordinator

Future Cougars: Story (Class of 2027)

Our family moved to Dallas from California in 2022 and we feel so lucky to have found the Lower Greenville neighborhood and Geneva Heights community.

I am so excited about continuing to meet all the wonderful people in the neighborhood while building community for our future Cougars through playgroup connections. Feel free to connect with me on anything and everything and I look forward to serving on the board this year!

Maria Florian

Vice President of Membership

Future Cougar: Olivia (Class of 2028)

Maria and her husband, James, moved to the Belmont Addition neighborhood in 2020 after seven years of long distance that took them across Philadelphia, San Diego, Jacksonville, and Dallas. Drawn by the area’s walkability and vibrant local scene of restaurants and bars, they quickly found a home in the community.

Maria is a Urogynecologist and James is a Gastroenterologist. Together, they share a love of travel, discovering new restaurants, and supporting neighborhood events. In 2022, they welcomed their daughter, Olivia, who joined their lively household of two cats, Micky and Jax, and their dog, Maggie. As Vice President of Membership, Maria looks forward to fostering connections among parents and helping others feel supported in the community. 

Paige Sutton

Engagement Director

Future Cougars: Lillian (Class of 2028) and Jackson (Class of 2030)