Mya Risner serves as the Marketing and Engagement Manager for the Texas TriCities Chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors, where she leads communications, digital strategy, and member engagement across Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. She partners with the chapter board, advisory committees, and national stakeholders to deliver high-impact programming and strengthen community connections.

Her role spans both external and internal operations, including strategic outreach, event promotion, leadership onboarding, and member communications. She also manages the overall member experience—from onboarding to ongoing engagement—with a focus on clarity, consistency, and connection.

Prior to joining the Texas TriCIties Chapter, Mya spent several years in public education, where she led student programs, facilitated professional learning communities, and oversaw school-wide initiatives. As a teacher in Birdville ISD, she was a three-time Teacher of the Year finalist, recognized for her ability to engage students across in-person, hybrid, and virtual classrooms. She also advised student-led wellness and leadership initiatives and directed extracurricular programming in science, art, and fitness.

Mya holds a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Texas Tech University and brings a people-first approach to everything she does.