Board of Directors 2020

Mike Aguillard is a retail district manager at the Mansfield location and has been with American National Bank of Texas since September 2012.

“I enjoy building relationships with my customers,” says Mike. “At American National Bank of Texas, I look forward to working closely with my clients and helping them not only meet, but exceed their personal and business financial goals.”

With more than 20 years of retail banking experience, Mike has expertise in serving construction, restaurant, demolition and excavating businesses. Prior to joining American National Bank of Texas, Mike was a regional business development officer for Colonial Savings.

Mike currently serves on the Texas Sports Reach Board of Directors, was the former treasurer of the Pantego Economic Development Corporation and is an active member at First Baptist Church Mansfield.

Mike attended Louisiana State University - Shreveport Campus and Northwestern State University.

Brent Aldridge is a licensed residential Mortgage Loan Officer with over 20 years of mortgage lending experience. He is recognized for his commitment to delivering top notch financial advice and customer service to all of his clients, business partners, family and friends!

"My relationship with my clients is very important to me. I know that they have a choice of who they do business with...so my goal is to show them how their mortgage fits in their overall financial plan. Whether it be for purchase, refinance, or new construction...the mortgage process can seem complex and daunting, so I make sure to carefully lay out the steps along the way, and make sure all of my client's questions are answered. There is no bigger compliment when a client comes back for financial advice or their next loan, and refers family or friends to you...which is the largest part of my business!"

The journey to start Allies began when Chris visited a Russian orphanage with his church on a short-term mission trip. Learning about the plight of orphans in Russia broke his heart and birthed a determination to save the lives of those children. Allies was formed in 2011 to help orphans and has since transformed the lives of thousands of children across four continents.

Chris holds a B.A. from Mississippi State University and a Master’s of Religious Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Ten years as a small business owner and 15 years on staff at a local church provided Chris with the leadership skills and know-how to successfully create an organization that will influence generations across the globe.

Chief Financial Officer - Southern Packaging and El Primo's

General Manager of the Mansfield Division of Southern Champion Tray, a distinguished 3rd generation family owned business.  In Mansfield we design, manufacture and sell custom paperboard packaging for a myriad of different end uses including food, pharma, nutracueticals, pet and pet pharma, electronics among others.  We are culturally strong Christian-based company who proudly serve our communities.
My previous positions include Director of Corp. Planning, VP of Sales, CFO, COO, and GM of numerous facilities of various sizes.  Operational experience includes global sourcing, manufacturing and distribution.  I have previously served on several boards for non-profits and local chambers and now proudly serve on Mansfield Chamber's BOD.  I am very active at my church, The Community.

At the Mansfield Area Chamber of Commerce, we know you want to be a connected, confident business leader who makes a difference in your business, your families, and your community.  In order to do that, you need to grow your business, increase your revenue, and develop stronger connections throughout the community.  The problem is growing a successful business is hard, which makes you feel exhausted, defeated, and alone. 

We believe it’s just plain wrong that you don't have all the support you need. You deserve to have the resources you need to lead a successful and growing business.

We understand how hard it is to grow a business. After all, no one tells you all you need to do to make it a success. There is no magic formula, and hard work alone will only take you so far.  This is why for nearly 70 years and with our 500 current members, we help local businesses survive and thrive with our three core offerings/services:  First, we advocate for pro-businesses policies at every level of government. Second, we connect you to the resources you need to have and the people you need to know in the community. Third, we educate and equip you with the best business practices and changing dynamics that you need to grow your business (your team and your profits).

So, join the Chamber today!

You can stop trying the next new thing only to be disappointed and instead you can be supported and part of a dynamic business community as a successful and growing business leader. 

Lori Williams is the President and CEO 

Her definite chief aim is to create change in the thoughts and minds of those around her to inspire growth. 

Prior to the Chamber Lori was a past Advisor and Trainer to the Business Community, Military, Professional Baseball, Retail and Staffing Industries since 2001. Lori worked with the Local Entrepreneur to Fortune 500 Companies and from National to International.

"I believe that the only constant in life is change ... every business will experience periods of growth until it reaches a plateau. At every plateau, decisions for change must be made to inspire growth once more. If a business "stays the same" and the decision for change is not made, a business declines". 

Lori started her career in outside sales in 1982. She quickly moved to Branch Management, Area (multi-office) Management to Regional. Her training career started as Area Vice President/Franchise Support. Supporting 43 offices in 5 states. She is an Agent of Change - Trainer, Public Speaker, Published Writer and Business Consultant.

Lori is very strategic in thought with the ability to see various possibilities turning thoughts and ideas into action. She can quickly assess the unique qualities in people and how they can work more productively together.  An incredible forward thinker with a constant focus on changes ahead and how to adapt to those changes.