The Housley Story
The idea to begin a Leadership Institute was the vision of our dear friend, Kevin Housley.
Kevin lived his life as a principled leader. He was a successful businessman who worked proudly alongside his father as Executive Vice President of Housley Communications. He was an avid rancher and he loved showing prize cattle with his son and daughter. He served his community tirelessly as a long-time member of the school board in Christoval and also served on the boards of the West Texas Boys Ranch, Angelo Civic Theatre, Sonrisas Therapeutic Riding, St. Luke United Methodist Church, Concho Country Emmaus Community, and the Texas Maine-Anjou Association.
Kevin was eager to make a difference and in 2006 offered himself as a candidate for State Representative. A few short months after this race, Kevin was diagnosed with the brain cancer which ultimately took his life in April 2008. Kevin is remembered by many as "a shining example of involvement as a community leader, a husband, a father, a son.
Meet the team
Bill Poston
Founder & Lead Professor
Bill Poston is an entrepreneur, business advisor, investor, philanthropist, educator, and adventurer. He is the founder or principal owner of over fifteen companies and nonprofit enterprises.
Melinda Keller
Vice President
Melinda serves as the Vice President and Executive Director of the Stelos Alliance. She has 30 years’ experience focusing on the WOW! She comes alive while creating unique events, original fundraising programs and more!
Rose Bythrow
Marketing Director
Rose is the Marketing Director at Stelos Alliance. She’s a young entrepreneur who loves developing brands and creating content. Outside of her role at Stelos, Rose volunteers as a CASA and runs an art business on Etsy.
Zoe rowe
Teaching assistant
Zoe is the 2023 Teaching Assistant for the HPL class. She’s a current Texas State student, and wants to go to veterinary school. In between classes she currently works at an animal hospital.
