We would like to thank the Hancock Resource Center Staff for serving our community!
From left to right - Front Row: Amy Bush, Rebecca Ellis, Lacy Lawler, Kelly Kowalski
Middle Row: Kali Falnes, Akeba Deloach, Jeanie Knight, Chana Brewer, Rhonda Rhodes, Brenna Labyak, April La Liberty, Chloe Beasley, Kelli Billups, Linda Davis, Paige Lundgren
Back Row: Jeremy Aultman, Jordan Bradford, Jamall Nunnery, Keith Fletcher, Jane Stock, Bryan Taylor
From left to right - Front Row: Amy Bush, Rebecca Ellis, Lacy Lawler, Kelly Kowalski
Middle Row: Kali Falnes, Akeba Deloach, Jeanie Knight, Chana Brewer, Rhonda Rhodes, Brenna Labyak, April La Liberty, Chloe Beasley, Kelli Billups, Linda Davis, Paige Lundgren
Back Row: Jeremy Aultman, Jordan Bradford, Jamall Nunnery, Keith Fletcher, Jane Stock, Bryan Taylor
Hancock Resource Center Staff
Jordan Bradford is lifelong resident of Bay St. Louis, Jordan brings a strong background in finance, public service, and organizational leadership. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Louisiana Tech University and has built a career that spans both the public and private sectors, with expertise in financial management, budgeting, strategic planning, and operational oversight.
Jordan currently serves as a Bay St. Louis City Councilman. He is also actively involved in the community through service on the St. Stanislaus Alumni Board and numerous local initiatives.
Jordan lives in Bay St. Louis with his wife, Katelyn, and their two sons. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, beekeeping, and watching football, especially when cheering on his brother.
Jordan currently serves as a Bay St. Louis City Councilman. He is also actively involved in the community through service on the St. Stanislaus Alumni Board and numerous local initiatives.
Jordan lives in Bay St. Louis with his wife, Katelyn, and their two sons. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, beekeeping, and watching football, especially when cheering on his brother.
Rhonda Rhodes has served as the President of the Hancock Resource Center since it incorporated as a non-profit in November of 2008. She now holds the position of Management Consultant. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Arts in Management. She is nationally certified in-home ownership counseling, homebuyer and post-purchase education, and is a Housing Counseling Executive with a professional certificate in home ownership and community lending. Rhonda is a registered nurse with a background in healthcare administration. After Katrina, Rhonda went to work for the Hancock Chamber of Commerce. Under the direction of the Chamber, she created and managed the Hancock Community Development Foundation. She currently serves on the Boards for the Hancock Community Development Foundation, St. Stanislaus Booster Club and the American Red Cross of Southeast Mississippi Advisory Board. Rhonda is a 2007 graduate of Leadership Hancock County and a 2014 graduate of Leadership Mississippi. Rhonda lives in Bay St. Louis, is married to Rocky Rhodes and has three children. Rhonda enjoys cooking, reading, and painting.
Kelli Billups has worked at Hancock Resource Center since November of 2010 and is currently our Office Manager. She holds a Bachelor Degree in History and a Masters Degree in Education. She came to the Hancock Resource Center after teaching History and Religion at Our Lady Academy. She was born and raised in Bay St. Louis and is a mother to one son.
Jeremy Aultman serves as the Accountant at the Hancock Resource Center, where he oversees the organization's financial operations, including payroll, accounts payable, billing, deposits, reconciliations and general ledger management. Before joining HRC, Jeremy spent 20 years in the casino industry, primarily working in Internal Audit, where he developed extensive experience in financial oversight and compliance. His strong attention to detail and financial expertise help ensure the organization's resources are managed effectively in support of its mission. Outside of work, Jeremy enjoys playing fantasy football, foosball, and guitar.
Akeba Deloach currently serves as the Veteran Program Manager, where she is dedicated to supporting veterans and strengthening communities through housing and outreach initiatives. She earned a bachelor's degree in liberal arts from the University of Southern Mississippi and has spent more than 20 years working in affordable housing throughout the Gulf Coast. In 2026, she proudly graduated from Hancock County's Leadership Program.
Throughout her career, she has developed expertise in property management, community outreach, HUD counseling, and case management. Her commitment to service, combined with her experience, has made her a respected leader and advocate within the communities she serves.
At home, she is known as the queen of her household, where she is married and has three teenage boys. In her free time, she enjoys attending the latest stage productions, reading, acting, and cheering on her favorite football team, the Saints at the Superdome, and creating lasting memories with family.
Throughout her career, she has developed expertise in property management, community outreach, HUD counseling, and case management. Her commitment to service, combined with her experience, has made her a respected leader and advocate within the communities she serves.
At home, she is known as the queen of her household, where she is married and has three teenage boys. In her free time, she enjoys attending the latest stage productions, reading, acting, and cheering on her favorite football team, the Saints at the Superdome, and creating lasting memories with family.
Bryan Taylor has been our Finance Manager since 2008. He has a business degree and 35 years of accounting experience in financial institutions, non-profit organizations and manufacturing. He has lived in Mississippi for the past 23 years. Bryan has been married to a photographer for thirty years and has three daughters and five grandchildren. Bryan enjoys many sports, such as basketball, golf and tennis.
Jane Stock is Hancock Resource Center’s Construction Coordinator, which includes involves overseeing the Rehab program as well as serving as our Volunteer Coordinator. She holds NCHEC Certification in Housing Counseling and is also a BPI Certified Building Analyst and Envelope and Infiltration and Duct leakage professional. Before coming to the Hancock Resource Center, she worked 10 years at 84 Lumber and was a project coordinator for a general contractor for two years. Jane is married to her husband, Eric, with whom she shares two children. Jane enjoys reading, crafts, and camping whenever she can get away.
Linda Davis returned to the Hancock Resource Center in early 2018 as a Housing Counselor and currently serves as our Housing Program Manager. She earned a degree in Elementary Education from the University of Southern Mississippi and has worked in the local school systems since July 1990. Throughout her career, Linda has received multiple recognitions, including Employee of the Month and Teacher of the Month awards, as well as the Parent of the Year award for her dedicated service to schools and booster clubs. A lifelong resident of Hancock County, Linda enjoys spending time with her husband of 40 years, Scott, and their three children: Kayleigh, Rainee, and Dustin.
Jeannie McKnight is Hancock Resource Center's Program Support and Intake Coordinator. Originally from Poplarville, Jeannie moved to Hancock County where she has been a resident since 2009. She enjoys spending time with her Children and Grandchildren, reading and giving back to her community.
Alan Johnson is one of our Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Housing Counselors. Alan graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from California Baptist University. He enjoys music, art, history, and cooking. Alan has an extensive background in assisting the public threw vocational and social services, for the past 24 years. In his spare time, Alan likes to visit the historic districts in New Orleans, the ocean, and car shows.
Kali Falnes is the Case Manager for the Homeless Services programs. She graduated from Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi, with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and also holds a Master’s degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology. She has lived in Mississippi, Indiana, and Missouri.
Kali moved to Bay St. Louis in January 2021. Enjoying being back on the Gulf Coast, she is excited to help members of her community. In her free time, she enjoys reading sci fi short stories, doing crafts, and taking care of her plants and her dog, Tank.
Kali moved to Bay St. Louis in January 2021. Enjoying being back on the Gulf Coast, she is excited to help members of her community. In her free time, she enjoys reading sci fi short stories, doing crafts, and taking care of her plants and her dog, Tank.
Rebecca Ellis is a Case Manager for Homeless Prevention and Rapid Rehousing at Hancock Resource Center. She attended the University of Phoenix where she majored in Human Services Management. Rebecca is the mother of six children and a lifelong resident of Gulfport, MS but currently resides in Waveland with her family. Rebecca has a passion to work with foster children and their families. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, watching football, and spending time with her family.
Chana Brewer is the HVRP Employment Counselor. She has been with the Hancock Resource Center since April of 2023. Chana provides homeless Veterans with assistance finding meaningful employment opportunities within the labor force. Chana was born in a small town in Michigan and has been a resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast since 2014. She is the mother of one son.
Susan Thigpen is one of Hancock Resource Center's HUD Certified Housing Counselors and works with the HUD Counseling Programs in Foreclosure Prevention. Susan graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a degree in Social and Rehabilitation Services. Susan lives in Pass Christian with her husband Doug and their two children, Rachel and Allie. Susan enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Brenna Labyak is one of our Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Housing Counselors. Originally from Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Brenna relocated to Bay St. Louis in 2014, where she fell in love with the Gulf Coast community. She graduated from The University of Mississippi, obtaining her Bachelor's in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Marketing Communication Strategies. She is a 2018 Hancock Youth Leadership Academy (HYLA) graduate and remains committed to making a positive impact in the community. Outside of work, Brenna enjoys spending time with her family and friends in Old Town Bay St. Louis.
Lacy Lawler serves as an HVRP Outreach Coordinator at Hancock Resource Center, where she assists veterans facing homelessness in obtaining meaningful employment. She is dedicated to empowering veterans by helping them overcome barriers and connecting them with opportunities that support successful, independent futures. Prior to joining Hancock Resource Center, Lacy served as a Vulnerable Populations Specialist with Feeding the Gulf Coast, where she worked with individuals and families facing food insecurity and economic instability. As a resident of Hancock County, Lacy is committed to building a community that supports its residents and ensures individuals have access to the resources needed to thrive. Outside of work, Lacy enjoys crafting and expressing her creativity through graphic design and other DIY projects.
Jamaal Nunnery is a distinguished U.S. Navy veteran and Operations Specialist with more than 15 years of experience leading logistics, supply chain management, and executive-level command operations within the defense aviation sector. Serving honorably in the Navy as a Logistics Specialist (E-5), Jamaal managed an expansive budget encompassing global inventories and mentoring junior Sailors.
Transitioning his military expertise into impactful defense contracting roles, Jamaal has continued to support the nation’s most critical assets. His portfolio includes managing high-visibility support for the NAVAIR Command Operations Group (COG) Director and executing high-security parts transfers for the Presidential Helicopters Program Office (PMA-274).
Jamaal’s professional dedication extends to his community involvement. He served as Events Coordinator at Little Flower School from 2020 to 2024 and as Master of Ceremonies for the LFS Patriot Day 5K.
As a Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program Coordinator, the mission is to help veterans in Southeast Mississippi regain stable housing and secure meaningful employment.
Transitioning his military expertise into impactful defense contracting roles, Jamaal has continued to support the nation’s most critical assets. His portfolio includes managing high-visibility support for the NAVAIR Command Operations Group (COG) Director and executing high-security parts transfers for the Presidential Helicopters Program Office (PMA-274).
Jamaal’s professional dedication extends to his community involvement. He served as Events Coordinator at Little Flower School from 2020 to 2024 and as Master of Ceremonies for the LFS Patriot Day 5K.
As a Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program Coordinator, the mission is to help veterans in Southeast Mississippi regain stable housing and secure meaningful employment.
April La Liberty is Hancock Resource Center’s HealthCare Navigator. She graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2012 with a Bachelor’s Degree. April is passionate about health access and well-being and also volunteers her time running a support and information platform for parents of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
April is a lifelong resident of Hancock County. She is married and has two sons.
April is a lifelong resident of Hancock County. She is married and has two sons.
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