Sanctuary & Sisterhood


LEADERSHIP



Amy Tomlinson

Executive Director

Amy Elizabeth Tomlinson is a native Floridian and first-generation American. She is a litigator and trial attorney. She loves appearing in court and picking juries. She has a wealth of experience in both the public and private sectors of legal practice. She practices law mostly in Harris and Fort Bend County, but she has practiced law in many other counties and holds a license in the Southern District Court to practice federally.

Amy takes great pride in her service to the community. She volunteered for years with children, including service to Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church and Precious Moments Learning Center. Amy serves on the HBA's DEI Committee and is passionate about increasing minority representation in the legal community. She holds a B.S. in Marketing from Florida State University, a M.B.A. from Nova Southeastern University, and a J.D. Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law.



Sarah Hayes

Deputy Director

Sarah Hayes is an associate at BakerHostetler LLP. Sarah’s practice focuses primarily on commercial litigation and labor and employment litigation matters. Sarah is a native Houstonian and a graduate of the University of Houston Law Center. Sarah is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and runs a food blog in her spare time.



Dominique Hawkins

Treasurer

A first-generation Aggie, Dominique Hawkins graduated from Texas A&M University in December 2016 with a B.A. in Political Science and a double minor in English and Sociology.

Dominique furthered her education at the historic Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law where she obtained her Doctor of Jurisprudence in May 2020. At Thurgood Marshall School of Law, she served as Executive Editor of The Thurgood Marshall School of Law Journal on Race, Gender, and Justice. Dominique joined Doré Rothberg McKay in October 2022. At DRM, Dominique works in the Litigation, Collections, Business Transactions, and Liens Sections. In her spare time, Dominique enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and experiencing new restaurants. She serves as a board member of the Aggie Women Network. She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.


Ashley Lewis

VP of Celebration

Ashley Lewis is an associate attorney in the real estate practice group at Roberts, Markel, Weinberg, Butler, and Hailey P.C. in Houston, TX. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree, Cum Laude, from The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff with a major in Criminal Justice and a minor in Mass Communications. In just three years at UAPB, Ashley managed to finish her undergraduate studies, co-found the George Doc Jones Debate Team, and become a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. She went on to obtain her Juris Doctor, with Magna Cum Laude honors, from Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law and became a licensed attorney for the state of Texas in 2022. Before and during her law school career she worked for the Harris County Attorney’s Office in the Protective Services Division where she focused on fighting for one of Houston’s most vulnerable populations. While at Thurgood, Ashley served as General Counsel to the Student Bar Association, received an academic scholarship for ranking in the top 10 percent of her class, and was a 2022 recipient of the Association of Women Attorneys Foundation Scholarship. In addition to her current practice, Ashley has experience in family law, criminal law, personal injury, and tax law. 

Integrity, faith, and compassion for others leads Ashley in everything that she does. In her spare time, she enjoys cycling around the city, cheering on her hometown football team, the Denver Broncos, and spending time with her two nephews who are both named Darren. 


Jireh Davis

VP of Communication

Jireh Davis co-founded DGST Law & Mediation, where she practices probate and estate planning, personal injury, and business law all over Texas. 

Jireh received her Juris Doctor from the Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law, her Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Management from Fitchburg State University, and her Bachelor of Arts in African American Studies and Political Science from the University of Florida. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, the Junior League of Houston, the American Bar Association, and many professional and social organizations. In her spare time, Jireh enjoys shopping, working out, traveling, and creating legal education and fashion content on social media.



Amber Boyd

VP of Community

Amber Boyd-Cora is Real Estate and Construction Attorney who works as in-house counsel for multiple major development and construction companies by negotiating contracts and handling many other issues. Amber is also a legal advisor for To Each Him Home (TEHH) and nonprofit development corporation that provides affordable housing. Amber is a member of the Houston Bar Association, Houston Lawyers Association, and other civil organizations. Amber graduated from 3rd Ward’s Jack Yates High School and earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Oregon and a doctorate from the legendary Texas Southern University-Thurgood Marshall School of Law. As a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Amber is passionate about serving her community and has a passion for helping the youth reach their goals and dreams through mentorship, guidance, and programs. Amber loves to run marathons, play the flute, and spend time with her family and friends.


Kesha Amos

VP of Community

Kesha is a native Texan, proud of her South Park Houston roots. Her mother, a substitute teacher/administrative assistant, and her late father, a Barber for over 40 years, raised her to be the compassionate and empathetic person she is.

Kesha is an honors graduate of the University of Houston, as well as Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law. She has worked in public service for over 30 years at the Houston Police Department, the U.S. Postal Service, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Harris County Attorney's Office, and with the State of Texas as an Investigator for Children's Protective Services. Her dedication to public service prompted her to open The Law Office of Kesha L. Amos, PLLC. Although it is a private practice, her goal is to continue to serve as a public servant, providing her clients with excellent customer care.

Kesha and her husband share a blended family of 5 children. She not only enjoys spending time with her family, but she looks forward to moments of solitude and spending time with God. Although Kesha has faced many obstacles in her life, she has persevered due to her faith and the love and support of her family.


Celeste Herron

VP of Cultivation

Currently serving as Associate Corporate Counsel at FloWorks International LLC, Celeste Herron specializes in managing a diverse array of contracts and employment-related matters for FloWorks and its affiliated companies within its global portfolio. Prior to joining the corporate sector, Celeste devoted her skills and expertise to the community as a Staff Attorney in the Public Benefits Unit at Lone Star Legal Aid. This experience allowed Celeste to make a significant impact in advocating for those in need of legal assistance, embodying the true spirit of the legal profession. Celeste earned her Juris Doctor degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 2018, and her commitment to law and justice has been unwavering since then. In her free time, Celeste enjoys exploring the vibrant city of Houston, discovering its unique cultural offerings, and savoring its diverse culinary scene.


 

There are no DTG officers. Given the growth of its membership, however, DTG found it increasingly necessary to communicate and coordinate its activities in an effective way. Accordingly, the DTG Executive Director and Communications Director serve as  representatives for DTG and are the primary contacts for DTG members. Since its inception, from 10 to more than 300 members today, Ruthie White (Jones Day) served as DTG Liaison Manager. In 2006, Ruthie recommended that the liaison manager become a rotating responsibility.  The DTG Executive Director and Communications Director are primarily responsible for representing the organization with external groups and ensuring that communication to members is maintained, productive, and timely. In line with the founding goal of simplicity, DTG, which is largely an informal organization, uses informal channels of communication. Generally, the the DTG Executive Director and Communications Director are expected to:

  • Represent the organization in communications with external groups. 
  • Attend DTG luncheons on a regular basis and report material updates back to the group.  
  • Prepare occasional updates for the group and ensure appropriate and timely delivery to the appropriate destination.
  • Provide guidance to members to ensure that DTG activities are in line with the organization’s goals and purposes. 
Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software