Board Members

Angela Darter Duckett is the Developmental Disabilities Services Program Director at DRTC in Oklahoma City. She has a master’s degree in educational administration from the University of Central Oklahoma. She spent over 25 years as an elementary public-school teacher in Putnam City School District and is certified in Educational Administration, Mild to Moderate Disabilities, Language Arts, Social Studies and Physical Education with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma in Elementary Education (K-8). Angela was awarded Teacher of the Year at two of the three Putnam City schools in which she taught.

After leaving public education, Angela became a supervisor of an Early Head Start and then became the Professional Development Coordinator for a state legislative directed organization, Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness. She has been with DRTC for four years. She oversees and directs the Vocational programs including the Community Living Engagement program and the Mobile Workforce. This past year she coordinated the development of the DRTC Academy which educates and trains individuals, families, and caregivers as well as residential providers on Competitive Integrated Employment.

Angela has three adult sons and enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys gardening and cross-stitching in her spare time.

Loida Salmond-Board Member

Loida is a co-founder of Le Monde International School, Public Charter of Norman, Oklahoma. She was charged with leading a team to create a language immersion school, one of the first of its kind in Oklahoma. Loida serves at the Executive Director of the American Red Cross for South Central and Southeast Oklahoma. Additionally, prior to coming to the American Red Cross, Loida was the Director of Administration, Strategy and Business Operations for the University of Oklahoma Athletic Department. She played a key role in communications between the athletic department and OU fans. Loida worked in the athletic department for over 12 years. During her time at the OU, Loida also oversaw all events at the Lloyd Noble Center including the Twister Relief concert at the Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, one of largest concerts held in the state of Oklahoma following the May 2013 tornadoes in central Oklahoma. She also served on the University’s Emergency Preparedness team and assisted as a building safety coordinator during her time as the Director of Events. Loida currently serves as a commissioner for social services for the City of Norman, OK.

Loida received her BS in Business Administration at the University of Tulsa in 1998 and MS in Sports Administration from the University of New Mexico in 2001. Her career experience also includes working at the University of Illinois at Chicago as the Assistant Athletic Director of External Affairs.

Loida is married to Jeff Salmond and has four children, Taylor, Tyson, Tinley, and Troy and resides in Norman, Oklahoma.

Laynie Gottsch-Board Member

Laynie Gottsch is a program officer at Sarkeys Foundation, a nonprofit charitable foundation committed to improving the quality of life in Oklahoma. Laynie has played a direct role in the disbursement of hundreds of grants totaling tens of millions of dollars to 501(c)(3) organizations across the state.

Laynie’s biggest passions are foster care and criminal legal reform, and as such has devoted much of her professional time to engaging with organizations serving these populations. She likes to say she has a passion for people who have been injured by the systems put in place to protect them. Over the past several years, Laynie has worked with the Annie E. Casey Foundation in its attempt to end the need for group placement for foster children in Oklahoma as well as Columbia University’s Justice Lab in its efforts to reimagine justice in Oklahoma. She has been a foster parent since 2019 and a foster parent mentor for new foster homes across Oklahoma since 2022. As a wife, mother, mentor, and community member, Laynie focuses on finding creative solutions for underserved individuals.

Laynie has seen firsthand the way systems created to help often end up causing harm, and this drives her work in the nonprofit arena. Before diving into the charitable foundation world, Laynie also spent five years teaching high school English in Norman, Oklahoma and Ankara, Turkey. She graduated with a BA in Multidisciplinary Studies in 2013 and an MBA in Nonprofit Leadership and Management in 2023.

Patricio Aguilar-Board Member

Patricio Aguilar is a dynamic professional with a unique blend of leadership experience and technical expertise. Born in Lakeland, Florida and raised in Mexico City, Patricio attended spanish-english bilingual elementary and high schools which shaped his global outlook and adaptability. With a career that spans hospitality management and software engineering he brings a unique blend of creativity, problem-solving, and leadership to everything he does.

Patricio holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management from Universidad Anahuac, Mexico City. As a former Restaurant Owner and Director of Food and Beverage Operations, he spent nearly twelve years managing teams, improving processes, overseeing budgets/expenses and creating exceptional customer experiences. This foundation taught him the value of leadership, collaboration, and teamwork. Some of the places where he directed F&B operations include: The Intercontinental Mark Hopkins Hotel, Omni Hotels, Sofitel Hotels, Bob’s Steak and Chophouse and The Cheesecake Factory.

Patricio later moved to San Francisco and transitioned into the technology sector, leveraging his strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills to excel as a Software Quality Engineer. With over 10 years of experience, he has contributed to diverse industries, including healthcare, gaming, and finance. At Sony Playstation he was a fundamental part for testing the software of the PS4 and PS5 gaming consoles. In his current role at Insperity, he oversees the testing efforts for payroll and tax software solutions that are used by hundreds of companies across the USA. He’s passionate about working on projects that balance quality, scope, and efficiency while creating solutions that make a real impact in other people's lives.

Patricio moved to Norman,OK two years ago in order to be close to family. He loves spending time with his wife and their three children. Whether it’s coaching his kids soccer team, travelling, participating in community activities, exploring restaurants in OKC, or just spending quality time with his family, he’s always seeking ways to build memories and make a positive impact in his community.

Emi Wallace-Board Member

Born in La Paz, Bolivia, and raised in Norman, Oklahoma, I’ve always had a deep appreciation for community and culture. After moving to the U.S. at age 12 and attending Norman Public Schools, I continued my education at Oklahoma Christian University. With a decade of customer service experience, four years in patient care coordination, and over three years as a dedicated Realtor®, I’ve honed my skills in problem-solving, empathy, and creating meaningful connections.

As a Realtor®, I’ve been honored to serve on the ARIA leadership committee for three years, receive the Helping Hand Award for three consecutive years, earn Rookie of the Year in my first year, and join the Milestone Club. Although, I would consider the relationships built with each one of my clients my greatest achievement.

Outside of work, I’m a proud mom to two energetic boys (1 and 4) and have been happily married to my husband, Brad, for nine wonderful years. My upbringing instilled in me a love for exploring different cultures and a passion for travel, which I now share with my family. When I’m not working or planning our next adventure, you’ll find me cooking, hosting friends, or enjoying a good board game.

I approach every challenge with passion, care, and a commitment to building meaningful relationships.

Ryan Price

Ryan Price is a Systems Engineering Manager at Pratt Whitney in Oklahoma City. With over 16 years of experience between Oil & Gas and Aerospace industries he has a proven track record of leading cross functional teams, building client relationships, and fostering an inclusive work environment. He enjoys working on, and building, supportive teams that are facing challenging problems. In each role he takes a systematic approach focused on processes to arrive at an optimum solution. Ryan holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering and MBA from the University of Oklahoma.

Ryan is married to Krista Price and have two children together. He strives to be the epitome of a family man. He is active with his wife’s breast cancer support group, P31, helping families navigate through the challenges from diagnoses and beyond. Additionally, Ryan is an active member in his church in both men and children’s ministries. Ryan enjoys traveling, golfing, and coaching his boys’ sports teams.