2024-2025 Board of Directors
Each board member brings a unique set of skills to the organization and we are honored to have women from a multitude of backgrounds serving on our board.
Sarah Webb
President
Sara Webb lives in Pocola, OK with her husband, three daughters, 13 chickens, a duck, and several potbellied pigs. She earned an Associate's of Nursing from Carl Albert State College in 2006 and has worked a variety of nursing jobs, from hospice on the floor to educating CNA students at UAMS.
In 2023, she earned her Bachelor's of Arts in Education from Western Governors University. She will begin teaching third grade in the Fall of 2023.
Sara has been a member of JLFS since and has had the following placements:
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New Member Class (2017-2018)
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Placed Member in READY (2018-2019)
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Placed Member in READY (2019-2020)
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Co-Chair of READY (2020-2021)
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Chair of READY (2021-2022)
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Community Impact Vice President (2022-2023)
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President Elect (2023-2024)
Anna Kleck
President Elect
Anna graduated from Paris High School in 2004 before attending Arkansas Tech University where she majored in Sociology. Anna has worked for Arvest Bank since 2011 and currently works in the Risk Management Department.
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Anna resides in Fort Smith with her cat Toby. In her free time, Anna enjoys spending time with friends and family, cheering on her favorite sports team, volunteering and traveling.
One of the reasons why she enjoys Junior League is because it has allowed her to give back to the community and make new friendships.
Anna has been a member of JLFS since 2019 and has held the following placements:
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New Member Class (2019-2020)
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Fund in a Day Co-Chair (2020-2021)
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Fund in a Day Chair (2021-2022)
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New Member Trainer (2022-2023)
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Fund Development Vice President (2023-2024)
Jessie Bickerton
Communications Vice President
Jessie Bickerton calls Fort Smith, Arkansas, home. With a Bachelor’s degree in Investments and Marketing, she thrives at the intersection of communication and organizational growth. Currently, she serves as the Director of Operations at Reynolds Cancer Support House, where her focus is on supporting individuals and families navigating the challenges of cancer.
Jessie is passionate about volunteering and believes in the power of community. She loves the idea of "building a longer table, not a higher fence," which reflects her commitment to inclusivity and support. Joining the Junior League of Fort Smith in 2020 has allowed Jessie to connect with wonderful individuals and engage in meaningful work alongside those who share her values.
When she's not working or volunteering, you can find Jessie enjoying quality time with her husband, Mauricio, and their two lively kids, Lydia (17) and Maximus (8). Their household is rounded out by two adorable cats, Billie and Stevie, who bring plenty of purrs and playful antics to their lives!
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Jessie loves to unwind through reading, hiking, baking, and diving into arts and crafts. She’s always on the lookout for new adventures and experiences to learn from.
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As she continues her journey with the Board of Directors this year, Jessie is excited to contribute to the meaningful work of the Junior League of Fort Smith and to uplift those around her along the way.
Jessie has been a member of JLFS since 2019 and has held the following placements:
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Ticket Coordinator of Spring Market/New Member (2020-2021)
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Community Liaison of READY (2021-2022)
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Chair of HEAL (2022-2023)
Heather Scheurer
Community Impact Vice President
Heather Scheurer lives in Van Buren with her husband, Matthew, and their two children, Liam and Evelyn. She graduated from UAFS with a Bachelor's degree on History in 2012. She then went on to earn a Master's degree in History from Auburn University in 2015. She will defend her doctoral dissertation, "'A Gruesome Business': Collecting, Interpreting, and Repatriating Souvenirs of World War II," in October 2024 to earn a PhD in Public History from Middle Tennessee State University.
Heather is currently the Interim Director of the Adult Degree Completion Program at UAFS. In her free time Heather loves to spend time with her family, read, and travel.
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Heather has been a member of JLFS since 2021 and has held the following placements:
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Holiday Home Tour (2022-2023
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New Member Trainer (2023-2024)
Jenny Wilkinson
Financial Vice President
Jenny Wilkinson returned to her hometown of Fort Smith in 2018 after living in Central Arkansas for many years. She attended college at the University of Central Arkansas where she received a Bachelor's Degree in Finance. Later, she attended the University of Arkansas Little Rock law school and business school where she earned a joint degree - JD and MBA.
After serving in the office of Governor Mike Beebe, Jenny returned to Fort Smith to work with her family in the banking field. She remains a licensed attorney in Arkansas and works as a regulatory compliance auditor at Farmers Bank. Jenny is an avid reader and enjoys supporting local, independent bookstores and participating in book clubs.
She was selected to participate in the Leadership Fort Smith Class of 2020, where she made connections that introduced her to the work of the Junior League of Fort Smith.
Jenny has been a member of JLFS since 2020 and has held the following placements:
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New Member Class (2020-2021)
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Spring Market Auction Coordinator (2021-2022)
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Community Impact Research Chair (2022-2023)
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Financial Vice President (2023-2024)
Johanna Nowlin
Fund Development Vice President
Johanna is a registered health information administrator with 17 years of experience in the healthcare community of Fort Smith. She graduated from Ozark High School and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Information Management and Master of Science degree in Health Informatics from Arkansas Tech University.
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Johanna and her husband reside in Sallisaw, OK with their two brittany spaniels, Cooper and Baker. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, attending concerts, traveling and being a foodie with her husband, Ed.
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Her time with League has helped her grow personally and professionally. She is looking forward to serving on the board this year.
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Johanna has been a member of JLFS since 2018 and has had the following placements:
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Holiday Home Tour Chair (2019-2020)
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Placed Member Holiday Home Tour (2020-2021)
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Fund In A Day Co-Chair (2021-2022)
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Fund In A Day Chair (2022-2023)
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Day At The Derby Chair (2023-2024)
Tori Schmitt
Membership Vice President
Victoria (Tori) Schmitt lives in Fort Smith, AR. She earned a Bachelors of Science in Early Childhood/ Special Education from the University of Central Arkansas in 2014 and a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from University of Arkansas Fort Smith in 2021. Tori has been a Special Education teacher with Fort Smith Public Schools for 11 years. During that time, she has mentored new teachers in the district and become a curriculum coach. She loves working with teachers to ensure success in the classroom and student growth.
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Tori and her husband, Scott, fostered children in Sebastian County for 3 years. During that time, 12 children stayed in their home. They are active at New Life Church and have three beautiful children and three dogs.
Her time with League has helped her grow personally and she is looking forward to serving on the Board of Directors this year.
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Tori has been a member of JLFS since 2020 and has had the following placements:
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Placed Member in READY (2021-2022)
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Co-Chair of HEAL (2022-2023)
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Community Impact Vice President (2023-2024)
Ann Kinder
Sustainer to the Board
Ann Kinder grew up in Fort Smith and has fond memories exploring the building and surroundings while her mother, Lois Ann Paddock Bowers, manned the original JLFS Bargain Box. After her 1976 graduation from Southside, she attended Emory University In Atlanta, GA, where she received both her BA and MA degrees.
While beginning her career in the financial services, she joined the Junior League of Atlanta and completed her Provisional year. She continued to participate in League as her husband’s career moved them from Atlanta to Dallas and then to Tulsa, ultimately Sustaining from the Junior League of Denver. Their daughters, Victoria and Catherine were born in Tulsa and now are active members of Junior League of Fort Smith.
Ann was eventually widowed, returned to the River Valley and remarried Fort Smith native Paul Kinder. They live happily on Sebastian Lake with myriad animals, acreage for grandchildren to roam and unlimited fresh catfish. When not tending grandchildren or playing on the lake, Ann & Paul ravel extensively and are forever looking for a second home on Isla Mujeres, a small island off the coast of Cancun.
CONTACT US!
Junior League of Fort Smith, Inc.
311 Garrison Avenue
Fort Smith, Arkansas 72901
(479) 783-3930