East Texas CASA Staff

East Texas CASA Board of Directors

Sue Todd
 Executive Director

Sue served East Texas CASA as a Board Member beginning in 2015, serving two consecutive terms and one term as advisory Director. During part of her initial Board membership, she served as Treasurer and as an advisory Director was assigned to the Executive Committee. In September 2022, Sue began a second term on the Board as Treasurer but in March 2023, she exited the Board and became a part-time employee of CASA with primarily bookkeeping duties. On March 1, 2024, Sue joined the staff of East Texas CASA full-time as Associate Director. During her tenure with CASA, Sue has also been involved with the Getting Together Safely (GTS) program as a monitor and now as support for the GTS Director as well as support for the Development Director.

Sue graduated from Mississippi University of Women and has lived in Longview since 1983. She is the daughter of Bill & Jean Adler and has three adult children. She previously worked at Texas Bank and Trust and Mountain Supply & Service before joining the CASA staff. She is also an active member of St Anthony Catholic Church. This is a new venture for Sue, but she is looking forward to the opportunity to provide support to those who help the children and families in the foster care system of Gregg, Rusk, and Upshur counties.

Jackie Starr
Program Director

Jackie began working for CASA in 2021. With a strong passion for youth in foster care, Jackie firmly believes the impact that CASA Volunteers can have on the lives of children and families involved in the child welfare system.

Residing just outside of Hallsville, Texas, Jackie enjoys spending quality time with her three children. Some of her favorite activities include camping, reading, and spending time outdoors with her family. Throughout her tenure at CASA, Jackie has demonstrated a strong commitment to ensuring the well-being and success of foster children. She has been actively involved in advocating for their needs, providing guidance and support to CASA Volunteers. She is a true advocate for positive change, and we are thrilled to have her as the Program Director.

Charley Olson
Recruiting & Community engagement specialist

Charley Olson is a compassionate leader and advocate with a heart for supporting children and families. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from Southwestern Assemblies of God University and brings a wealth of experience in managing programs that serve vulnerable populations. In her new role with East Texas CASA, Charley is dedicated to ensuring that every child has a voice and a strong advocate in the court system. Charley’s ability to connect with people, combined with her strong organizational skills, has allowed her to make significant contributions to her community. She is known for her empathy, clear communication, and ability to motivate others toward achieving common goals.

Outside of her professional life, Charley enjoys spending time with her wonderful husband, Nathan, and their two amazing daughters, Lilly and Lincoln. She treasures her role as a mother and finds joy in balancing her family life with her passion for making a difference in the lives of others.

Angelica Higueros
Advocate Supervisor 

 Angelica (Ange) has been with CASA for over 5 years. She adopted her son from foster care, so she has been on both sides of the table in the foster care system.

 She became a CASA because her son had different caseworkers and placements, but his CASA remained the same throughout his time in foster care.

 Ange is bilingual. She likes to shop and collects really nice shoes and purses.

Randi Davis
Advocate Supervisor

 Randi worked for a consulting company for nearly 20 years. She felt like God was calling her to do more. After lots of prayer, she ran across a CASA flyer. She  became one of East Texas CASA’s volunteers for nearly 2 years. Randi recently joined the East Texas CASA Staff as an Advocate Supervisor.

 Randi lives in a small East Texas town where she is a member of a local church that she attends with her children. She has 2 boys. Randi enjoys reading, spending time with her children, and enjoys discovering new DIY projects.

Sarah Gunn
Advocate Supervisor

Sarah Gunn has been an East Texas native for almost 20 years. She treasures her time with her family and her two dogs at home. She began her career with CASA because she wanted to work with children more after volunteering for the Longview Reads Program. Sarah wants to help make a positive difference for children who are having a difficult time.

Rosa Mata
Advocate Supervisor 

Rosa Mata is a dedicated and compassionate individual who has recently joined the team at CASA. Rosa believes in CASA because it a vital organization that works tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of children who have been removed from their families due to neglect or abuse.

As a CASA Advocate Supervisor, Rosa is committed to using her voice to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children. By working closely with social workers, attorneys, and other professionals, Rosa will help ensure that the children’s best interests are represented in court and that they receive the support and services they need to thrive. With a passion for protecting the rights and well-being of children, Rosa is proud to be a part of the CASA team and is dedicated to making a difference in her community.