Martha has thirty plus years of experience in nonprofit management currently serving as the Executive Director of Memorial Assistance Ministries, a faith-based social services organization that provides temporary financial relief to families who need help with rent, utilities, medical, clothing or other basic needs. Lovingly known as MAM, the ministry has expanded its programming to offer resources to families who want to improve their financial circumstances. GED, English as a Second Language, Citizenship preparation, Employment Services and Certification and Case Management help families gain and keep improved employment and allow them to function as fully contributing members of society.

A loved but not always beautiful garden keeps Martha happy in her spare time. She is also a member of the board of directors of the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston, Harris and Fort Bend Counties and is a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in The Woodlands with her husband, Aris.

Martha has degrees from Smith College, Northampton MA where she studied Philosophy of Religion and the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia PA where she obtained her Bachelors of Science in Nursing.