BOARD OF DIRECTORS

James Bishop Executive Director James Bishop, Ph.D. is the founder of The Passionate Mind Institute. He is an artist and licensed professional counselor.	Maria Fermin-Dodd Director Maria Fermin-Dodd is a professional artist and sculptor based in North Carolina.
Andres Rendon Director Andres Rendon is a commercial artist, art director, and is currently creative manager for CBRE Group, Inc.	Bobby McLawhorn Director of Fundraising Colonel Bobby McLawhorn (yes, he is a bonafide Kentucky colonel) is the president and owner of Crooked Creek Farms, LLC.
	Boyd Thomas Director Boyd Thomas is a professional sculptor and artist based in North Texas.

The Passionate Mind Institute was established in 2016 to educate the public on the social value and specific needs of gifted, creative, and artistic people in our society; to conduct research in the fields of giftedness, talent, and creativity; to promote community welfare and literacy; and to provide community outreach programs that encourage the development and exploration of individual talents.