Leadership Team
Susan Wetz
Chief Executive Officer
With a degree in Psychology and a minor in Accounting from UTSA, Susan’s dream was to work with children so they could embrace their potential and achieve their personal goals. She found this and so much more at CIS-SCT! After joining the CIS team in 1993 as a Project Director and opening a new CIS campus, she transitioned to the administrative team in 2004 where she turned her attention to supporting and enriching the support for current Site Coordinators. Through her administrative tenure, Susan enhanced the training curriculum for new staff, ensured the affiliate met all accreditation standards, acted as a liaison with the state as well as CIS National and worked diligently to grow relevant programs and services to meet the ever-changing needs of the students and their families. When Susan isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her two sons, of whom she is so proud! She can’t turn down a good fishing trip or a raging game of dominoes with family and friends!
Lisa Driffill
Chief Program Officer
Lisa Joined CIS in 2005 as a Site Coordinator in Comal ISD. Over her years in this role, she was able establish thriving CIS programs on 4 new campuses as CIS continued to grow, including into SCUCISD. Lisa was promoted to our Master Trainer and Quality Assurance along with supervisor of campus staff 6 years ago. She excels in ensuring data quality across the organization and has supported the establishment of Developmental Relationships use organization wide, even sharing our Developmental Relationship successes by training at the CIS National level. Lisa is passionate about research driven programming necessary to instill support, tools, and resources for the students and families served. She holds a Master’s Degree in Human Services with a Counseling Emphasis from Capella University, and an Undergraduate degree from Texas Lutheran University. In her free time, she loves to be outdoors with her husband and two children, spending time at the beach, on a horse, or catching a sunset.
Diane Cervenka
Director of Development
Diane joined CIS in 2024 as the Director of Development, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to community engagement. With a bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Texas at Austin, she blends creativity with strategic thinking to inspire others.
Originally hailing from Houston, Diane spent her childhood summers at Camp Warneke, where cherished memories ignited her desire to return to the area. Her fundraising prowess has made a significant impact on a variety of organizations, including the Houston Texas Exes, the American Cancer Society, and the Houston Zoo. She has held key roles at notable institutions like Catholic Charities, MD Anderson, and the University of St. Thomas, where she honed her skills in rallying support for vital causes.
When she’s not championing nonprofit initiatives, Diane revels in the natural beauty of her surroundings. She loves spending quality time outdoors with her husband, family, and friends, creating new memories that echo the joy of her youth. With her blend of professional acumen and personal passion, Diane is dedicated to making a lasting difference in the community she loves.
Andrea Owen
Director of Finance
As the Director of Finance at Communities In Schools of South Central Texas, Andrea leads the company’s financial strategies, ensuring fiscal responsibility while supporting sustainable growth.
Her expertise spans 15 years of nonprofit management accounting experience and she is known for combining analytical insight with a collaborative leadership style.
Andrea holds a Master of Business Administration in Management Accounting from the University of Texas at San Antonio and a BA in Business Administration from Texas Lutheran University.
In her free time, Andrea is actively involved with her three children. Her and her husband spend lots of time gardening and are avid runners.
Holley Digby
Director of Mental Health and Wellness
Holley is a licensed marriage and family therapist and enjoys working with children, teenagers, and their families. She joined CIS in 2005 as a site coordinator at Seele Elementary. Over the years, she has worked with CIS in a variety of roles. She trained community members in Youth Mental Health First Aid, served on the Signs of Suicide counseling team, and provided professional counseling to students and their families. In her most recent role, she is passionate about providing and coordinating evidence-based professional counseling to support students. Holley earned a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and a master’s degree in counseling from Texas State University. In her free time, she likes to hike, camp, go to Das Rec, drink coffee, and play Worldle. But most of all, she likes to hang out with her husband and three children.
David Ricker
Director of Community Partnerships
David joined CIS in 1999 as a campus Site Coordinator at Mountain Valley Elementary School. He worked at this campus for 7 years, then was promoted to a supervisor position, along with the Director of Community Resources and Partnerships. David loves the support that CIS gives to students and families that opens opportunities for their success. David earned his mid-management degree from Austin Community College, and his bachelor’s degree in applied arts and sciences from Southwest Texas University. David spent over 17 years in management with HEB and other retail stores before joining CIS. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife Theresa, and his two sons Sawyer and Connor. He enjoys playing tennis, golf, being outdoors and traveling.
Amanda Byatt
Director of Human Resources
Amanda joined CIS in 2020 as the Human Resources Specialist. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business management and her master’s degree in human resources management. She has spent her 10-year HR career progressing in all aspects of Human Resources. She is a results-focused professional and values the education and experience the CIS employees bring to the organization. Amanda grew up in the New Braunfels area and is fortunate to be a part of CIS SCT and the positive impact CIS SCT makes for the youth. Amanda is a proud mom to three children and enjoys cheering on her children at their after-school activities and sporting events.