OUR STAFF
Nikky Woodson, Executive Director
Nicole “Nikky” Woodson was elected as the Executive Director for ACTS of Love on August 1, 2022. When she was elected on to serve as the nonprofit’s Executive Director /CEO she brought more than just her work experience to the role.
Nikky herself has faced many of the same challenges as the young women she serves. She became pregnant in high school and felt the fear and shame associated with becoming a teenage mother. Making it through the difficult time and coming out on top, she now wants to show young girls around the nation that they can do the same.
She commits much of her personal and professional life to the development of leadership and social impact as an advocate for today’s youth around the nation. Her first act of love is to implement programs structured within social-emotional learning, and advancing teen mothers through life-skill programs that involve resume writing, interview poise, child rearing best practices and much more. She looks forward to the positive impressions she’ll have as the Executive Director at Acts of Love.
As a multifaceted woman of integrity, her talents are nothing short of eye-catching appeal invoked with passion and charisma. Although raised with a fractured upbringing, Nicole is the epitome of overcoming the odds as a Certified Christian Professional Life-Coach and Certified Professional Christian Counselor striving to empower, uplift and encourage women from all walks of life. Within the wheelhouse of her facets, she is also co-pastor of a local church with her husband Brandon Woodson -Senior Pastor of Turning Point Embassy.
You can contact her at Nikky@theactsoflove.org
Marta Santos, Early Childhood Education Director
Marta was elected as the Childhood Education Director for Acts of Love in 2019, where she continues to make a difference, not only for the children but also for families, for whom she mentors. Marta has spent 5 years in the area of Early Childhood Development, creating a safe, robust and an inclusive environment for all children while building sustainable relationships with families and key stakeholders in Childhood Development.
Marta graduated with honors from the prestigious Ibero Americana University, where she obtained a degree in Business Management. Marta continues to seek excellence in both her professional and educational pursuits, she recently obtained her CDA (Child Development Associate) Certification and is a Certified Life Coach.
When not at Acts of Love, Marta loves to swim, read historical novels, travel and cook up original recipes.
You can contact her at Marta@theactsoflove.org
Katie Evans, Executive Director
Katie is a graduate of Concordia University Texas and has worked in Early Childhood Education for eight years. She created ACTS of Love in 2015 and served as the Center Director until 2021. In 2021, she transitioned to her new role as Executive Director, focusing on program development, fundraising, and community partnerships. Katie is passionate about helping young families succeed. When she is not working, you can find her exploring the Texas Hill Country with her husband, Tanner, son, Mikey, and dog, Pepper. She loves crocheting, gardening, and the great outdoors.
Marta Santos, Early Childhood Director
Marta joined Acts of Love in 2019, where she continues to make a difference, not only for the children but also for families, for whom she is a mentor. Marta has spent 5 years in the area of Early Childhood Development, creating a safe, robust and an inclusive environment for all children while building sustainable relationships with families and key stakeholders in Childhood Development.
Marta graduated with honors from the prestigious Ibero Americana University, where she obtained a degree in Business Management. Over the years, Marta has owned several successful business ventures which she managed with a singular vision, of providing the best experience to her clients. She worked for several national and international firms, before finding her true passion, working with children and helping people and communities in need. Marta continues to seek excellence in both her professional and educational pursuits, she recently obtained her CDA (Child Development Associate) Certification and is a Certified Life Coach.
When not at Acts of Love, Marta loves to swim, read historical novels, travel and cook up original recipes.