Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Business Advisory Council To The Texas Division Of Emergency Management
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~ Governor Greg Abbott has recently announced the appointment of four new members to the Business Advisory Council for the Texas Division of Emergency Management. The council provides valuable advice and expertise on how state and local governments can assist businesses in recovering from disasters.

The first two appointees, Aaron Negherbon and Patricia Rigney, will serve terms that expire on February 1, 2025. Negherbon, a resident of McKinney, is the CEO of two non-profit organizations - Troops Direct and Cops Direct. He also serves as a board member for the Stonebridge Ranch Country Club Charity Classic. Negherbon holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Marketing from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California.

Rigney, who hails from Edinburg, is an attorney and owner of Rigney Law Firm. She currently serves as the city attorney for the City of Mission and has nearly 20 years of experience practicing law. Rigney has previously worked as a staff attorney for the Thirteenth Court of Appeals, assistant United States attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice, and city attorney for the City of Pharr. She is also actively involved in various organizations such as vice president of the Texas City Attorneys Association-Rio Grande Valley Chapter and member of The Edinburg Public Library Advisory Board and CASA-RGV Board of Directors. Rigney holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Texas (UT) Pan American and a Juris Doctor degree from UT School of Law.

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The other two appointees are Matthew Powell and Colonel Michael Matthews (Ret.). Powell, who resides in Cedar Park, brings with him extensive experience in economic development. He served 13 years on the Cedar Park City Council, including three terms as Mayor. Powell is also active with organizations such as Texas Economic Development Council and local chambers of commerce. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Political Science from California Lutheran University, a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University, and a Professional Community and Economic Developer Designation through the Community Development Institute.

Colonel Michael Matthews (Ret.), a resident of New Braunfels, has had a distinguished career in federal service for over 30 years. He has held senior executive positions in the financial, information technology, and aerospace fields. Matthews is also a published author and has taught graduate and undergraduate courses on leadership, management, and organizational behavior. He is currently the CEO of Patriotic Holdings, LLC and is an active member of the National Small Business Association's Leadership Council. Matthews holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the U.S. Air Force Academy, Master of Business degree from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, Master of Science degree from Webster University, and a Master of Arts degree from the United States Army War College.

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These four individuals bring diverse backgrounds and expertise to the Business Advisory Council for the Texas Division of Emergency Management. Their appointments will expire on different dates - Powell's term will end on February 1, 2026 while Matthews' term will end on February 1, 2027. Governor Abbott believes that their contributions will be invaluable in helping businesses recover from disasters and ensuring economic stability for the state.

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