About Theresa A. Mike

TREASURER  

Robert is currently the Treasurer for Theresa A. Mike Scholarship Foundation. Robert has been an active board member since 2015. Robert, enjoys being part of the Foundation as it offers opportunities that have afforded many of the scholarship recipients TAMSF have supported over the years. He added that it is his wish that scholarship recipients demonstrate courage and perseverance during their academic journey. That the obstacles and challenges that they have met, make them good citizens, and allow them to return to their respective communities and apply all the skills and knowledge they have gained along the way to earning their respective degree. He continued, that it is an honor and privilege to be a part of TAMSF and looks forward to being a part of this wonderful foundation for many years to come.

VICE PRESIDENT  

Leanna Thomas is from the Lummi Nation in Bellingham, Washington with Dutch/Indonesian descent. She has served as Vice President of The Theresa A. Mike Scholarship Foundation since its inception in August 2014. Leanna worked as the Executive Assistant to the Chairman for 20 years at Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians and has since worked in the mortgage industry. The Foundation is very personal for Leanna, as it is named after her late cousin. Leanna described Theresa A. Mike as a very assertive and driven woman and mentioned that it is important for her to represent Theresa A. Mike and the foundation with respect and honor. Adding, that all the students who have benefited from the organization have given the family motivation to continue to help further education for those who are passionate in pursuing a higher education. Leanna loves spending time with her family especially with her son, and loves traveling and getting to know new people.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 

Makeyli was born in Guerrero, Mexico and later migrated with her parents to the United States when she was a child. Makeyli has been involved with the foundation since 2017 when she started assisting TAMSF with scholarship applications. In 2019, she became a board member and later in 2021, she was offered the Executive Director position. She adds that it is an honor for her to be part of this foundation and  that she is thankful to the Mike family and the prestigious Theresa A. Mike Scholarship Foundation for believing in her. Moreover, she stated that being part of the foundation has encouraged her to continue her education. Interacting with family and friends is very important to her as she considers it to be essential for mental health and stress reliever.

SECRETARY

Anna was born and raised in Palm Springs, CA., Anna is Mexican/American as her parents are originally from Mexicali, Baja California. Anna is a Financial Professional with Capstone Partners, a full-service financial services firm. Anna officially joined the TAMSF Board in April 2022 and has been involved with TAM ever since they hosted one of the first fashion shows. Anna  has volunteered, her children and herself to assist with the planning of the event and has attended every single fashion show since day one. At age 19, Anna began her casino career at Spotlight 29 Casino. She worked her way up the ladder starting from a Count Team Member to Manager of the Cash Cage for 25 years. Two years ago, she made a change to the Financial Services World, and is currently a Financial Professional with a goal of becoming a Financial Advisor. Anna has a passion for helping the brokenhearted. Being able to offer a prayer, hug, or an encouraging word is something that brings her immense joy. She loves to travel and make memories with her adult children.