Sherry Johnson: Director

Personal/Professional:

Graduated from Texas Tech University with a double degree in speech and political science. Graduated from University of Texas Tyler with a teaching degree and taught school in Winnsboro until her first daughter was born. Worked in the technology department at All Saints Episcopal School before becoming the Director of Program Services for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas, where she manages the wish granting process from referral to completion for thirty counties in Northeast Texas. Her responsibilities involve training, medical outreach, post wish follow-up, financial and wish management, monthly financial reports, public relations, and volunteer management. Member of the East Texas Symphony League, volunteer advocate at the East Texas Crisis Center, volunteer mentor and trainer for the Women’s Job Corps of East Texas. She states that volunteering allows her to give back to the community and make a positive impact on mankind. She truly believes “Our success in life is measured in what we do for others” to paraphrase Danny Thomas. Married to Craig for 20 years, and they have two teenage daughters, Cloyee’ (14) & Neiman Marie (16). Resides in Quitman, Texas.

Club:

Member of the Pilot Club of Quitman since 1992. Served as President, President Elect, Vice President, Corresponding Secretary, and Fundraising Coordinator. She was very instrumental in chartering the Anchor Club of Quitman in 1999. She was named Pilot of the Year two years in a row.

District:

Member of the Texas District. Served as Governor, Governor Elect, Lt. Governor (2yrs), PIF Representative (2yrs), Districts Fundraising Coordinator, and District Convention Chair. She received the Hall of Fame “Green Jacket” award for her outstanding service to the community and Texas District.

International:

Presently serving as Pilot International Director. Served as PI Fundraising Coordinator, PI Convention Chair, PI Convention Vice Chair and Expansion Team Member.

Contact Information:

E-mail: sjohnson@pilothq.org or sherryj300@yahoo.com