President/Founder: Debbie Sardone Is A 29 year veteran of the residential cleaning industry and retired President of Buckets & Bows Maid Service, Inc., in Lewisville, TX.  Debbie is a writer, popular speaker, and maid service business consultant.   She is well acquainted with the needs of women and is touched by both clients and employees experiencing the devastating affects of cancer. After being Inspired by fellow cleaning business owners while speaking at a national conference, she formed the foundation in May 2006.

Vice President: Debbie Richter is the Director of Human Resources for RF Monolithics, Inc., a Dallas-based manufacturing company. She has a bachelor of business administration degree with an emphasis in Human Resources from the University of North Texas and has over 20 years of experience in the human resources field. “I feel very honored to be given the opportunity to serve on the Board of Cleaning For A Reason, and to be able to make a worthwhile contribution to women who are dealing with cancer,” says Debbie. Her love of working with people, as well as her business experience, make her a valuable asset to the Board and to the Foundation.

Treasurer:  Sharon Cowan
Former Chairman and CEO of a successful, regional commercial and residential cleaning company, Sharon’s commitment to the foundation takes on a special meaning as her mother was a victim of breast cancer.  Sharon has a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Michigan University and brings a diversified background including education, teaching, retail merchandising and business management.  She currently provides industry consulting for residential and commercial cleaning companies throughout the country.  She has been a guest lecturer and 2 time award winner for the BSCAI and a workshop leader for ARCSI.  Sharon has served on the Board of Directors for the Indian River County Chamber of Commerce and is also a faculty member at Indian River State College.

Secretary:  Pam King
“Cleaning For A Reason is grassroots action at its best,” says Pam. “Its single goal is simple and practical in concept and delivery and profoundly meaningful.”  A strong advocate of the Foundation since its inception, Pam is proud to provide both strategic and specific assistance to the Foundation. Her background in messaging, public relations, and coalition-building have been invaluable to the Foundation’s growth and development. Pam’s work includes having served as Mayor of Double Oak, Texas, Executive Director of the Dallas Coalition for the Arts and championed the funding-raising campaign for and construction of the Dallas Police Memorial.

Executive Director: Mike Farney  has a bachelor of business administration degree in Marketing and Management from California State University at Long Beach. He is a retired quality assurance manager from Lacerate Software Corporation and Inuit Corporation. He served as Director of Community Ministries for 5 years at his church, Crossroads Bible Church of Double Oak, TX

Board Member: Steve Sardone has a bachelor of arts degree in Biblical Studies from Florida Bible College and is a retired Police Officer from the City of Plano, (Texas). He served in the City's investigative division, SWAT unit, and Fire arms Training.  He is actively involved in Crossroads Bible Church of Double Oak, TX.  Steve's objective and analytical perspective is a valuable asset to the board.

Board Member: Carla Pruett is a seasoned veteran of the housecleaning industry, having worked for Buckets & Bows Maid Service, Inc. in Lewisville, TX for over 13 years.  Carla's field and administrative experience in the housecleaning industry make her a perfect fit for serving the Foundation’s Partners and clients through her position on the Board.

Board Member: Kandace Farmer holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, she is an 1996 graduate of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency for Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Medicine Dentistry of New Jersey, served a fellowship for Breast Imaging & Intervention at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions for Baltimore. Today, Dr. Farmer is one of the primary practitioners at Solis Women’s Health, Denton, TX, she's a vibrant, knowledgeable addition to our Board of Directors.

Board Member: Nancy Bock has been passionate about her profession for nearly 30 years and has dedicated her life’s work to designing programs and partnerships to improve the lives of individuals and families. With her Master of Science degree in Education, she currently serves as Vice President, Consumer Education for the American Cleaning Institute.  In this role, she provides leadership for all programs dedicated to educating the public about cleanliness and the vital link between health and hygiene.  She has mastered the art of uniting the interests’ of multiple groups around common goals which is why she is honored to serve on the Cleaning for a Reason Board. 

Board Member:  Renee O'Brien Speaker, business consultant, and entrepreneur, Renee O'Brien understands the cleaning industry like no other.  She owns SharpChip Consulting and has served on numerous boards.  Her knowledge of the cleaning industry and commitment to helping others succeed in business, make Ms. O'Brien a perfect fit to the board.

Board Member: Michael Forman graduated from Baylor Law School in 1999 and is a 1994 graduate of The University of Texas at San Antonio.  Michael is a Shareholder and Vice-President of Brown Pruitt Peterson & Wambsganss, P.C. in Fort Worth, Texas.  His practice includes commercial litigation, various corporate matters and advising numerous small and medium-sized businesses throughout Texas.  Michael also serves as the President of a regional education foundation and has represented various non-profit organizations throughout his career.

Board Member: Collin Bishop: currently serves as Executive vice President of Development for The Maids Home Services.  Mr. Bishop has been a member of The Maids Board of Directors since 1995 and has been actively involved with the start up, development and testing of the first The Maids Home Services franchise.  He has owned a The Maids Home Services franchise in Omaha, Nebraska since 1983 and, as a Regional Owner, Bishop is involved in franchisee recruitment, development, supervision and assistance.

Philanthropic Advisor: Jim Hodge: With more than 30 years of experience in inspiring gifts of significance from philanthropists, Jim is best known for his work with donor-centric, values-based, and inquiry-driven philanthropy.  He is responsible for the Principal Gifts Program at Mayo Clinic and works with benefactors who contribute gifts of $1 million and more to the clinic. He has been labeled as a “reflective practitioner” by the top-ranked Center of Philanthropy in Indianapolis, an individual who melds the latest theory and research on philanthropy with insightful and practical advice for today’s philanthropic practitioners. Jim is a frequent national lecturer, author, and award-winning professional in philanthropy who brings to his talks a deep sense of reverence for philanthropy and our profession.  He has received the Mayo Excellence Award for outstanding service to patients and staff of Mayo Clinic, the Mae Berry Award for Service Excellence, and the Mayo Excellence Through Teamwork Award.