Courtney McNelis

Courtney McNelis, alongside her husband Zach and their five children (Jackson, 16, Palmer, 14, Gray, 11, Calder & Sutton, 8), made the move to Austin from Virginia seven years ago. Since then, they have actively embraced Austin as their home, immersing themselves in the children’s schools, extracurricular activities, and establishing roots in a local church. With a background in social work, Courtney brought her passion for community service to the forefront by joining the board of Saint Louise House in 2018. Additionally, as a small business owner, Courtney, in collaboration with a dear friend, transformed a shared passion and hobby into a business venture known as “The Pieces Collection,” aiming to foster connections between individuals and art.