OUR TEAM
The Flatwater team consists of dedicated individuals who align with our core mission and are passionate about the cause.
Learn a little more about our team below.
FLATWATER STAFF
CHELSEA HARDEE
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Born and raised in San Luis Obispo, California, Chelsea attended UCLA on a track & field scholarship where she was 2x NCAA pole vault champion. Chelsea pole vaulted professionally for 5 years post-collegiately and most notably won a silver medal at the 2009 World Championships in Berlin, Germany. Chelsea now lives in Austin with her husband, Trey and children, Frankie, Penelope and Miles. Chelsea brings an extensive professional background in the world of event production and mental health awareness through sport.


BECKY MORALES
CHIEF MISSION OFFICER
Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, Becky is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Council-Approved Supervisor (LCSW-S). She has extensive experience in both direct service and administrative roles since becoming a social worker in 2003, and has focused her work in the areas of mental health, oncology, chronic illness and disability, and intimate partner violence. Becky is a graduate of the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, and the Steve Hicks School of Social Work at The University of Texas at Austin. Outside of work, Becky enjoys traveling and spending time with her family, friends, and dog, Ringo.
ALEXANDER NOREN
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Alexander excelled at the United States Military Academy at West Point before transferring to Brigham Young University, where he earned a BS degree in Accounting. He then obtained his CPA license and pursued a Masters in Information System Management from Harvard University. With experience in supporting nonprofit financial processes at various organizations, including PwC, Alexander established White Lotus to assist smaller nonprofits deeply rooted in their local communities. He finds great fulfillment in collaborating with like-minded individuals driven by their purpose. Additionally, Alexander enjoys spending time with his wife, Haley, and their four boys, engaging in activities such as wrestling, racing, and video gaming.
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MARK GARZA
FOUNDER
Mark is the Founder of Flatwater. He is a graduate of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island where he studied Business and Modern American History. The Austin, TX native is happy to be back in his hometown with his wife, Jesica and children, Christian and Molly.
GLOBAL AMBASSADORS
In addition to providing access to mental health support for families and individuals affected by cancer, Flatwater also focuses on breaking the stigma associated with asking for and receiving mental health support. Our Global Ambassadors play a large part in actively working to achieve this by speaking on behalf of the organization, attending events and living their lives by example.

Trey Hardee

Ricky Berens

Kathleen Hersey
FLATWATER - BOARD OF DIRECTORS

TJ Turner
Helen Dinkelspiel Eshed, MD

Garrett Key, MD, FAPA

Tala Matchett
Bernard J. Grzelak

Christian Lane

Alyssa Cornett
Brooke (Bode) Robinson

BK Newsom
FOUNDER’S CIRCLE MEMBERS
TYLERS
The Bland Family
The Hewlett Family
Mary Ann & Lee Gros
Dayna Manning
Team I Hate Cancer
Dallas Thompson
Ella’s Rebel Base
FRIENDS OF FLATWATER
Sheena & Mike Brunner
BK & Elizabeth Newsom
Barton Watch Bands
Carmack Concepts
Benjamin Beau Salon