Austin’s Finest


Austin's Finest Honorees are Central Texas professionals who strive to make a difference both professionally and personally through their dedication, innovation, and self-starter attitude.

Selected nominees will be provided the opportunity to grow, connect and celebrate while being surprised and highlighted from start to finish. Our 10-week program is designed to expand their network, develop professional skills, and generate experience impacting a mission with measurable outcomes.


2026 Austin’s Finest Honorees

Bryan Abihider

Bryan Abihider is a business leader with extensive experience in customer service, operations, business development, and team leadership. As an Account Executive with Enterprise Fleet Management, he helps organizations optimize fleet operations while building strong client relationships. Bryan is actively involved in the Austin business community and volunteers with Mobile Loaves & Fishes, reflecting his commitment to service and meaningful community impact. His involvement with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is personal, inspired by close friends living with the disease, and he is passionate about supporting efforts that advance research, awareness, and improved outcomes for individuals and families affected by CF. 


Joy Ames

Joy Ames is an accomplished marketing leader with nearly two decades of experience driving customer engagement, growth, and brand strategy across multiple industries. As Director of Lifecycle, Partner, and Product Marketing at Taskrabbit, she leads initiatives focused on building meaningful customer experiences and business impact. Joy is also deeply committed to community service, volunteering with organizations such as Austin Angels, Foundation Communities, and True Impact Ministries in Uganda. Her involvement with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is especially personal, inspired by her lifelong friendship with someone who has lived with cystic fibrosis since infancy and her desire to support continued advancements in care, research, and treatment. 


Jackie Beals

Jackie Beals is an engineering and program management professional at Apple, where she helps lead and support complex technical initiatives through collaboration, strategic planning, and operational excellence. She is passionate about personal growth, connection, and community, and is actively involved in Austin’s wellness and creative communities through yoga and dance. Jackie’s commitment to building meaningful relationships and supporting others extends beyond her professional work and into her volunteer efforts. She is proud to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation through Austin’s Finest as a way to deepen her civic engagement and help advance research, care, and opportunities for individuals and families affected by CF. 


Coral Draper

Coral Draper is an entrepreneur, fitness professional, and wellness advocate who founded Fit and Well by Coral to help clients build strength, improve health, and create sustainable lifestyles. In addition to running her coaching business, she serves as a group fitness coach and community ambassador, using her platform to inspire confidence, resilience, and long-term well-being. Coral is passionate about empowering individuals to achieve goals they once thought were out of reach and making a lasting impact through health and fitness. Through her involvement with Austin’s Finest, she is proud to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s efforts to raise awareness, fund groundbreaking research, and create a brighter future for those living with CF. 


Matt Duke

Matt Duke is a real estate professional and lifelong Austin resident who helps clients navigate the local housing market while building lasting relationships throughout the community. Prior to real estate, he began his career in the insurance industry, bringing a strong business and customer-focused perspective to his work. Matt is an active member of the Austin Young Men’s Business League, supporting fundraising and volunteer efforts that benefit underserved youth across Central Texas. Through Austin’s Finest, he is proud to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and help advance its mission of improving the lives of people living with CF. 


Tiffany Figueroa

Tiffany Figueroa has built a diverse career marked by resilience, service, and continuous growth, with professional experience spanning financial operations, nursing, and corporate sales. Currently serving on BURLEBO’s Corporate Sales team, she previously worked as a nurse and healthcare leader, providing compassionate patient care while balancing significant personal and professional milestones. Tiffany remains deeply involved in her community and currently serves her second term as PTA President at Dripping Springs Elementary. Her support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is especially meaningful because it allows her to reconnect with her healthcare roots and contribute to advancing research, care, and hope for individuals and families affected by CF. 


Charlie Hill

Charlie Hill is a recruitment and business consulting professional who specializes in connecting organizations within the energy sector with top commercial and sales leadership talent. As a Lead Consultant at Pangea, he partners with executives and founders across North America to build high-performing teams that support safer and more reliable energy infrastructure. Charlie is actively involved with industry organizations and technical communities focused on infrastructure safety and operational excellence. He is honored to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation through Backyard Ball and to stand with the families, clinicians, researchers, and advocates working to improve outcomes for those living with cystic fibrosis. 


Bethany Prachyl

Bethany Prachyl is an Underwriter Specialist at Texas Mutual with more than a decade of industry experience and a reputation for exceptional customer service. She is actively engaged in professional organizations that support the insurance industry and is passionate about giving back through volunteerism and philanthropy. Bethany has supported numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Central Texas, including the Central Texas Food Bank, Goodwill, Jeremiah Program, Habitat for Humanity, Friends of the Children, and the American Heart Association. Through Austin’s Finest, she is excited to expand her community impact while supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s mission to improve the lives of those affected by CF. 


Tyler Reskovac

Tyler Reskovac is a marketing and communications professional with experience developing data-driven strategies that drive customer engagement and business growth. In his role at Visa, he helps create and execute impactful marketing initiatives while collaborating across teams to deliver measurable results. Tyler is also dedicated to community building and leadership, having served as President of the James Madison University Alumni New York City Chapter, where he strengthened alumni engagement and connections. Through Austin’s Finest, he is honored to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation by leveraging his professional expertise and leadership experience to raise awareness and support families affected by CF. 


Jenny Walzel

Jenny Walzel is a pediatric physical therapist at Ascension Seton’s Dell Children’s Pediatric CF Care Center, where she works as part of the interdisciplinary team supporting children and families affected by cystic fibrosis. She is passionate about improving health and quality of life through movement, exercise, and individualized care, and has presented at numerous national Cystic Fibrosis Foundation conferences. Beyond her clinical work, Jenny is actively involved in the CF community through Foundation events and committees, volunteers with her church’s special needs ministry, and serves in leadership and volunteer roles with the Junior League of Austin. Her connection to the CF Foundation is rooted in the patients and families whose experiences inspired her to dedicate her career to cystic fibrosis care. 


Once their campaign year is finished, Finest Alumni will continue to be provided opportunities to grow their professional network and propel the mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Opportunities for Finest Alumni include:

  • Attending Finest Alumni social networking events

  • Nominating and/or mentoring a future Finest Honoree

  • Speaking at our Finest Kickoff event

  • Serving on the event planning committee for Backyard Ball

  • Providing specific event support (Ex. auction item solicitation, day-of volunteering)

  • Participating with Finest Alumni in other CFF Central TX events (Ex. Great Strides)

  • Continuing to spread awareness about cystic fibrosis and our mission to find a cure

Please complete our Austin’s Finest Interest Form today to select how you would like to get or stay involved!


THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 CLASS OF AUSTIN’S FINEST

THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 CLASS OF AUSTIN’S FINEST

Thank You to our 2023 Class of Austin’s Finest

THANK YOU TO OUR PREVIOUS CLASSES OF AUSTIN’S FINEST

2022

  • Chelsea Roman

  • Eric Cullen

  • Casey Kent

  • Hillary Cumberworth

  • Claire Morris

  • Brydie Phelan

  • Sherry Wynn

  • Emily Rhine

  • Nikki Kasser

2021

  • Crawford DeWare

  • Aaron Jistel

  • Morgan McMahan

  • Emily Morris

  • Bradley Riemer

  • Kate Rhodes

 

2020

  • Kara Ardis

  • Sarah Barrientos

  • Jeff Guilfoyle

  • Celeste Hermes

  • Lindey Hixson

  • Anna Moore

  • Chris Michael

  • Matt Phelan

  • Brooke Rogers

  • Mac Rung

2019

  • Lyssa Myska Allen

  • Liz Chudej

  • Christopher Derrick

  • Andrew Dodd

  • Sage Fly

  • Lauren Kurtz

  • Jennifer Purcell

  • Yvette Lainez