Our Team
Beacon Administrative Team
Dr. Holly Howat
Founder and Executive Director
Dr. Holly Howat founded Beacon in 2018 and continues to provide strategic leadership as Beacon’s Executive Director. Holly specializes in fostering innovation and collaboration to improve community wellbeing.
Mark Evans
Director of Administration
Mark Evans joined Beacon in 2022. As Director of Administration, Mark oversees core administrative functions, supporting Beacon’s mission by keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly.
Rachel Martin
Director of Social Care
Rachel Martin joined Beacon in 2024. As Director of Social Care, Rachel oversees the operation of Beacon’s Social Care programs so that individuals in the community can continue to receive the care and resources they need.
Hannah Hoffman
Information Technology Coordinator
Hannah Hoffman joined Beacon in 2022. As Information Technology Coordinator, Hannah manages Beacon’s technology infrastructure and data systems, ensuring that they run smoothly and securely.
Rodnika Thibodeaux
Community Health Worker Coordinator
Rodnika Thibodeaux joined Beacon in 2023. As Community Health Worker Coordinator, Rodnika directly oversees the day-to-day operations of Beacon’s Community Health and Reentry Hub programs.
Julia Shiryaev
Peer Support Specialist Coordinator
Julia Shiryaev joined Beacon in 2024. As Peer Support Specialist Coordinator, Julia directly oversees the day-to-day operation of Beacon’s Ally and Harm Reduction Navigation programs.
Beacon Board of Directors
Brice Mohundro, Chair
Louisiana Blue
Pauline Breaux, Past Chair
Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center
Antoine Keller
Ochsner Lafayette General
Elliot Myers
LHC Group
Amy Dysart-Credeur
Oceans Healthcare
Karen Wyble
Ochsner Lafayette General
Chuck Boudreaux
Kean Miller