Board of Directors
Bridget Russell | President
Email: brussell@cstx.gov
Bridget Russell is a graduate of Texas A&M University with both a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Sport Management. While in college Bridget served in the United States Marine Corps reserve. After college she taught both middle and high school for 4 years (earning a Principal Certification) and working for the City of College Station Aquatics simultaneously. She became the Aquatics Supervisor for the City of College Station in 2017. She runs the annual Super Guard Lifeguard competition and coordinates the State Lifeguard Competition. In her free time she teaches yoga and fitness classes at a local studio and volunteers as Mediator with the local Dispute Resolution Center.
Email: brussell@cstx.gov
Bridget Russell is a graduate of Texas A&M University with both a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Sport Management. While in college Bridget served in the United States Marine Corps reserve. After college she taught both middle and high school for 4 years (earning a Principal Certification) and working for the City of College Station Aquatics simultaneously. She became the Aquatics Supervisor for the City of College Station in 2017. She runs the annual Super Guard Lifeguard competition and coordinates the State Lifeguard Competition. In her free time she teaches yoga and fitness classes at a local studio and volunteers as Mediator with the local Dispute Resolution Center.
Erica Peace | President Elect
Phone: (409)797-3723
E-mail: erica@proaquatic.com
Born and raised in Texas. Erica graduated from Lamar University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. While at Lamar she worked for the student health center and gained priceless public health experience. In Summers she worked the beaches of Galveston as an open water lifeguard for over 10 years. Erica also served as the Aquatics Manger for the City of Galveston for 4 years, so she fully understands the life of an operator. Erica is currently an Outside Sale representative for Progressive Commercial Aquatics in Houston, TX.
Phone: (409)797-3723
E-mail: erica@proaquatic.com
Born and raised in Texas. Erica graduated from Lamar University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. While at Lamar she worked for the student health center and gained priceless public health experience. In Summers she worked the beaches of Galveston as an open water lifeguard for over 10 years. Erica also served as the Aquatics Manger for the City of Galveston for 4 years, so she fully understands the life of an operator. Erica is currently an Outside Sale representative for Progressive Commercial Aquatics in Houston, TX.
Curtis Morgan | Executive Director
Phone: (713)477-3896
Email: curtis@paddocksw.com
Address:
PO Box 1616
Pasadena, TX 77501
Phone: (713)477-3896
Email: curtis@paddocksw.com
Address:
PO Box 1616
Pasadena, TX 77501
Madison Seil | Region 1 Representative
Phone: (817)788-7348
Email: mseil@hursttx.gov
A proud graduate of Texas A&M University, Madison currently works for the City of Hurst as their Recreation Coordinator over athletics and aquatics. Like most aquatics professionals, Madison began her career as a lifeguard and swim lesson instructor working for the City of Grapevine. As a certified lifeguard instructor for both the American Red Cross and Ellis and Associates, Madison is passionate about lifeguard training and water safety. She is currently involved in the North Texas Aquatic Association and assists in planning the North Texas Guard Games. In her spare time, Madison enjoys traveling and spending time in the great outdoors.
Fun Facts:
• LOVE scary movies
• I have a dog named Mogli, like form the Jungle Book
• Was in the commercial for the Texas Giant at Six Flags
Phone: (817)788-7348
Email: mseil@hursttx.gov
A proud graduate of Texas A&M University, Madison currently works for the City of Hurst as their Recreation Coordinator over athletics and aquatics. Like most aquatics professionals, Madison began her career as a lifeguard and swim lesson instructor working for the City of Grapevine. As a certified lifeguard instructor for both the American Red Cross and Ellis and Associates, Madison is passionate about lifeguard training and water safety. She is currently involved in the North Texas Aquatic Association and assists in planning the North Texas Guard Games. In her spare time, Madison enjoys traveling and spending time in the great outdoors.
Fun Facts:
• LOVE scary movies
• I have a dog named Mogli, like form the Jungle Book
• Was in the commercial for the Texas Giant at Six Flags
Paul Macias | Region 2 Representative
E-mail: Paul.Macias@farmersbranchtx.gov
Paul Macias graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver with a Bachelor’s in U.S. History and Minor in Recreation Services. In Spring 2016 he graduated from the University Illinois with a Master’s in Recreation, Tourism and Management. He started his career in Aquatics in 1998 in Colorado. He moved to the DFW area in 2012. He is currently the Aquatics Manager at the City of Farmers Branch. Over the 20 years in the aquatics industry, Paul has had many focus areas including operations, training, marketing, programming and maintenance.
E-mail: Paul.Macias@farmersbranchtx.gov
Paul Macias graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver with a Bachelor’s in U.S. History and Minor in Recreation Services. In Spring 2016 he graduated from the University Illinois with a Master’s in Recreation, Tourism and Management. He started his career in Aquatics in 1998 in Colorado. He moved to the DFW area in 2012. He is currently the Aquatics Manager at the City of Farmers Branch. Over the 20 years in the aquatics industry, Paul has had many focus areas including operations, training, marketing, programming and maintenance.
Tammy Jaster | Region 3 Representative
Phone: (979)337-7246
E-mail: tjaster@cityofbrenham.org
I was born and raised in the little town of Yoakum, Texas. I moved to Brenham in 1992 to attend Blinn College and play/march with the Buccaneer Band. I quickly fell in love with Brenham, literally, I meet a Brenham boy, David, who I am still married to after 23 years. I am currently working for the City of Brenham Blue Bell Aquatic Center as the Aquatic Superintendent... This will be my 14th summer and I’m not sure where the time goes!!!
David & I have 2 wonderful boys!! Justin, a Junior at Texas A&M and Colton, a sophomore at Brenham High School. Around Brenham I am also known as a stepmom to 60+ teenage lifeguards... Never a dull moment!!!
I enjoy each and every day!!! From Training staff to teaching swim lessons, to budgets, presentations, fundraising, events, programming, bookings, scheduling, you name it... It keeps the days interesting!!
I enjoy my involvement with the Aquatics Industry. I currently serve on the Texas Public Pool Council Board - past President, I am a member of TRAPS, AOAP and several Aquatic/Recreation organizations... I have presented at several conferences and trainings on topics such as programming, generations, in-services, and staffing.
I enjoy being involved in my community. Serving on the Chamber of Commerce Board and for the past 10 years as a Blue Blazers welcoming in "New" businesses and celebrating those that have stayed in our community for years!!! Building Brenham and making it the BEST little hometown in Texas..
I am involved with Special Olympics and currently serving on the Central Texas Resource Board. I love to stay active in my community.
My careers all seem to center around Health & Safety… Starting my career as a lifeguard at 16, working summer camps, the Brenham School District, the American Red Cross, and now the City of Brenham.
FUN FACTS:
• Love to ride 4-wheelers with my family
• Enjoy going the family FARM
• Played drums in High School & College
• The Coast is my Happy Place
Phone: (979)337-7246
E-mail: tjaster@cityofbrenham.org
I was born and raised in the little town of Yoakum, Texas. I moved to Brenham in 1992 to attend Blinn College and play/march with the Buccaneer Band. I quickly fell in love with Brenham, literally, I meet a Brenham boy, David, who I am still married to after 23 years. I am currently working for the City of Brenham Blue Bell Aquatic Center as the Aquatic Superintendent... This will be my 14th summer and I’m not sure where the time goes!!!
David & I have 2 wonderful boys!! Justin, a Junior at Texas A&M and Colton, a sophomore at Brenham High School. Around Brenham I am also known as a stepmom to 60+ teenage lifeguards... Never a dull moment!!!
I enjoy each and every day!!! From Training staff to teaching swim lessons, to budgets, presentations, fundraising, events, programming, bookings, scheduling, you name it... It keeps the days interesting!!
I enjoy my involvement with the Aquatics Industry. I currently serve on the Texas Public Pool Council Board - past President, I am a member of TRAPS, AOAP and several Aquatic/Recreation organizations... I have presented at several conferences and trainings on topics such as programming, generations, in-services, and staffing.
I enjoy being involved in my community. Serving on the Chamber of Commerce Board and for the past 10 years as a Blue Blazers welcoming in "New" businesses and celebrating those that have stayed in our community for years!!! Building Brenham and making it the BEST little hometown in Texas..
I am involved with Special Olympics and currently serving on the Central Texas Resource Board. I love to stay active in my community.
My careers all seem to center around Health & Safety… Starting my career as a lifeguard at 16, working summer camps, the Brenham School District, the American Red Cross, and now the City of Brenham.
FUN FACTS:
• Love to ride 4-wheelers with my family
• Enjoy going the family FARM
• Played drums in High School & College
• The Coast is my Happy Place
James Browning | Region 4 Representative
James Browning has been the Program Specialist at City of West University Place since August 2018. He has supervised Aquatics programs and staff professionally since 1998. He has been a lifeguard since 1989, and is certified with the American Red Cross as a WSI, WSIT, LGI, and LGIT. In 2009 he became an Instructor with the National Swimming Pool Foundation (now Pool and Hot Tub Alliance). James has also worked with the American Red Cross as an Aquatic Examiner since 2018. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Missouri Western State University in 2002, and is a proud veteran of the US Marine Corps.
James Browning has been the Program Specialist at City of West University Place since August 2018. He has supervised Aquatics programs and staff professionally since 1998. He has been a lifeguard since 1989, and is certified with the American Red Cross as a WSI, WSIT, LGI, and LGIT. In 2009 he became an Instructor with the National Swimming Pool Foundation (now Pool and Hot Tub Alliance). James has also worked with the American Red Cross as an Aquatic Examiner since 2018. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Missouri Western State University in 2002, and is a proud veteran of the US Marine Corps.
Heather Brands | Region 5 Representative
E-mail: heatherbrands@gmail.com
I was born in Oklahoma, then moved to McKinney, Texas when I was in 5th grade. I started working in the Aquatics industry at the age of 16 for the City as lifeguard and swim instructor, and never really left the industry. I graduated from University of North Texas with a degree in Psychology and Political Science, and received a minor in Development and Family Studies. During my 16 years in the industry, I have had the opportunity to work in several roles from lifeguarding, to leading swim lessons, to becoming a program coordinator, and finally landing in my current role as Aquatics Manager at Shalom Austin. I love to train! Whether it is working with kids in swim lessons, coaching kids in practice, training new lifeguards or swim instructors, or developing new full-time staff members. I have gained priceless experiences and knowledge from my current and former positions, supervisors, and colleagues that has helped guide my career. My position at Shalom Austin (local non-profit JCC) has afforded me the opportunity to wear multiple hats in our organization, which has allowed me to see the bigger picture for our community and see the benefits of true teamwork. When I am off I enjoy being outside in nature, hiking, and camping. My goal this year is to start backpacking!
E-mail: heatherbrands@gmail.com
I was born in Oklahoma, then moved to McKinney, Texas when I was in 5th grade. I started working in the Aquatics industry at the age of 16 for the City as lifeguard and swim instructor, and never really left the industry. I graduated from University of North Texas with a degree in Psychology and Political Science, and received a minor in Development and Family Studies. During my 16 years in the industry, I have had the opportunity to work in several roles from lifeguarding, to leading swim lessons, to becoming a program coordinator, and finally landing in my current role as Aquatics Manager at Shalom Austin. I love to train! Whether it is working with kids in swim lessons, coaching kids in practice, training new lifeguards or swim instructors, or developing new full-time staff members. I have gained priceless experiences and knowledge from my current and former positions, supervisors, and colleagues that has helped guide my career. My position at Shalom Austin (local non-profit JCC) has afforded me the opportunity to wear multiple hats in our organization, which has allowed me to see the bigger picture for our community and see the benefits of true teamwork. When I am off I enjoy being outside in nature, hiking, and camping. My goal this year is to start backpacking!
Bonney Maurer | Region 6 Representative
Phone: (361)779-8388
E-mail: bemmaurer@yahoo.com
My introduction to the aquatics field was in March of 1995 when I started out as a gate attendant and concessions clerk at our neighborhood homeowner’s association after being recruited from my high school’s swim team. From my first encounter working at swimming pools I have been committed to working in the aquatics industry and furthering my education and standing in the aquatics field. I have been fortunate enough to work at a variety of facilities in a number of locations, partly with thanks to a military parent. I hold many current certifications pertaining to aquatics, and belong to a variety of professional groups. My enthusiasm for work is partially due to work ethic, and the enjoyment of teaching and teambuilding, and partly for continuation of aquatic traditions and programs like those I personally have enjoyed through my lifetime. Currently I am employed at Port Royal Ocean Resort, and the City of Port Aransas in the Coastal Bend Area.
Phone: (361)779-8388
E-mail: bemmaurer@yahoo.com
My introduction to the aquatics field was in March of 1995 when I started out as a gate attendant and concessions clerk at our neighborhood homeowner’s association after being recruited from my high school’s swim team. From my first encounter working at swimming pools I have been committed to working in the aquatics industry and furthering my education and standing in the aquatics field. I have been fortunate enough to work at a variety of facilities in a number of locations, partly with thanks to a military parent. I hold many current certifications pertaining to aquatics, and belong to a variety of professional groups. My enthusiasm for work is partially due to work ethic, and the enjoyment of teaching and teambuilding, and partly for continuation of aquatic traditions and programs like those I personally have enjoyed through my lifetime. Currently I am employed at Port Royal Ocean Resort, and the City of Port Aransas in the Coastal Bend Area.
Georgia Tullis | TPPC Administrator
Phone: (713)477-0227
E-mail: info@tppc.org
Mailing Address:
PO Box 1422
Pasadena, TX 77501
Phone: (713)477-0227
E-mail: info@tppc.org
Mailing Address:
PO Box 1422
Pasadena, TX 77501