Brad Jones

Phone: (972) 862-9900

Email: brad@lonestarfurnishings.com

Brad is CEO and founder of Lone Star Furnishings, which he established in 2008 after 20 years of success in educational furniture sales. He built the company focused on customers and the Texas values of integrity, humility, and hard work – principles that continue to guide the LSF culture. Committed to community involvement, the company supports various Christian ministries and other charities. Beyond LSF, Brad serves on two non-profit boards. An avid outdoorsman, he holds a BBA in Finance from his alma mater, Texas Tech.

Ben Herrick

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x1020

Email: ben@lonestarfurnishings.com

Ben Herrick, originally from West Michigan, has played a vital role in Lone Star Furnishings’ success since he joined the sales team in 2017. From 1999 through 2010, Ben was learning the intricacies of furniture manufacturing in West Michigan. Ben managed an independent furniture supply company, and by 2011 he began making a name for himself working as a regional manager for a company that manufactured educational furnishings, putting his bachelor's degree in Business Administration to quick use. Ben and his wife, Sarah, are the loving parents of 4 very active sons. Between hockey tournaments, BMX bicycle races, and anything outdoors, they enjoy spending time together as a family.

Diana Buckroyd

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x2020

Email: diana@lonestarfurnishings.com

Diana joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2017 as Business Manager. She is a Dallas native and attended Highland Park High School before heading off to The University of Oklahoma. Diana lived in Los Angeles for close to two decades working in the wholesale apparel industry. As a former sales professional and independent business owner, she applies her experience to the very important job of overseeing operations at Lone Star. She and her husband of twenty years are very busy raising their three children. On most weekends she can be found on a soccer or lacrosse field cheering on her kids.

Travis Armstrong

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x1040

Email: tarmstrong@lonestarfurnishings.com

Travis joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2025 as Jr. Vice President of Finance & Operations, bringing with him nearly seven years of experience from the defense industry. A proud graduate of Texas Tech University’s Rawls College of Business, he began his career at Lockheed Martin where he advanced from Financial Analyst to Senior Financial Analyst. His background includes leadership in cost and cash management, forecasting, and earned value systems—skills he now applies to streamline and strengthen LSF’s financial and operational infrastructure. Travis also holds a master’s degree in Management from Colorado State University Global. A Texas native, Travis is passionate about serving others with excellence and integrity. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their growing family, cheering on the Red Raiders, and staying active in the North Texas community.

Melissa Fouche

Phone: (972) 979-5750

Email: melissa@lonestarfurnishings.com

Melissa joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2022. Raised in Oklahoma, she graduated with a degree in Secondary Education from Oklahoma State and got to Texas as quickly as possible! After beginning her teaching career with Cypress Fairbanks ISD in Houston, she moved to the Dallas Metroplex to get a little closer to home. She earned her master's degree in Educational Administration from the University of North Texas and finished her 30-year career in K-12 public education as the Chief Technology Officer in Frisco ISD. Her passion for creating agile, engaging student learning environments began years ago when transitioning wired computer labs and traditional libraries into future ready learning spaces. Melissa and her husband spend much of their family time with their two daughters on the volleyball court as their biggest fans!

Travis Taylor

Phone: (972) 658-3026

Email: travis@lonestarfurnishings.com

Territory: North DFW Region

Travis joined the Lone Star Furnishings team in April 2017. He has a BBA in Finance from the University of Mississippi. Travis has enjoyed the transition from a career in finance to educational furnishings sales. Please don’t attribute his impeccable manners to his time in the deep south. His roots are in Collin & Grayson counties, so he is right at home as he works with school districts in the northern sector of the DFW metroplex. Travis and his lovely wife recently welcomed a son into their family who can frequently be found ‘working’ alongside dad in his home office. When not working, Travis enjoys camping, fishing and spending time with his wife, friends, and his dogs, Loki & Milo.

Leslie Houston

Phone: (817) 966-9350

Email: leslie@lonestarfurnishings.com

Territory: Southeast DFW Region

Leslie joined the Lone Star Furnishings sales team in 2019. A Texas native, she holds degrees in Business (TCU) and Interior Design (Art Institute of Dallas). After starting in residential design, she found her passion directing interiors at an architecture firm specializing in education facilities. She then spent 10 years in educational furniture sales before joining Lone Star. Creating learning environments combines her love for kids and design. As the parent of a son with ADHD, she understands the challenges students can face in traditional classrooms and uses that passion when helping districts create their ideal learning environment. Leslie’s son is her pride and joy. When not at work, she enjoys cheering him on at his various sporting events.

Krista Northcut

Phone: (469) 631-1011

Email: krista@lonestarfurnishings.com

Territory: Northwest DFW Region

Krista joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2021, bringing over 30 years of sales experience, including 11 in educational sales. She believes education is key to ending poverty and loves partnering with schools to create comfortable environments promoting collaboration, engagement, and participation. A proud 4th generation Texan, her family dates back to the Texas Republic (1838). Originally from Burkburnett, she holds a BS in Education from Midwestern State University. She and her husband (an avid marathon runner) have two children: an adult daughter in McKinney and a son attending vet school (Lincoln Memorial in Tennessee). She enjoys the benefits of empty nesting, though her home still includes a cat and a Rottweiler.

Adam Herod

Phone: (254) 624-9519

Email: adam@lonestarfurnishings.com

Territory: East DFW Region

Adam joined the Lone Star Furnishings team in September 2024. He holds a BS in Kinesiology from UT Arlington and is currently pursuing his MBA at Lamar University. Adam has found the shift from serving as Executive Pastor and Head of School at a private school to working with educators rewarding. He has been happily married to his high school sweetheart for 27 years with whom he has 3 children. Outside of work, Adam enjoys golfing, fishing, racing RC cars, and spending quality time with his wife, kids, and friends.

Brooks Terry

Phone: (864) 230-3799

Email: brooks@lonestarfurnishings.com

Territory: Southwest Houston Region

Brooks joined Lone Star Furnishings as part of our Houston market expansion in January 2022. After graduating from Furman University with a BA in Education, Brooks moved to Houston, TX to begin his career as a high school teacher. With an elementary school principal and a university administrator as parents, the importance of education is practically in his DNA! He is passionate about education and excited about continuing to direct his interest & skills towards collaborating with school districts in the greater Houston area. Brooks and his wife of 5 years have 2 daughters and a son. When not at work, he loves all sports, playing golf, and relaxing at the lake.

Jamie Northcutt

Phone: (512) 968-1969

Email: jamie@lonestarfurnishings.com

Territory: Northwest Houston Region

Jamie joined the Lone Star Furnishings sales team as part of our Houston market expansion in January 2022. A proud native Texan, Jamie graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor’s in Media and Communication. Her deep desire to serve others and build professional relationships directly aligns with Lone Star Furnishings core values. She is married to her college sweetheart and has a 5-year-old silver Labrador Retriever. In her spare time, she loves being outside, especially enjoying the Texas coast with friends and family.

Brandon Gerard

Phone: (512) 516-2451

Email: Brandon@lonestarfurnishings.com

Territory: Central Texas

Brandon joined the Lone Star Furnishings team in 2025, bringing a wealth of experience from the educational furniture industry. Originally from Michigan, he earned his BBA in Marketing and Management from Grand Valley State University and later an MBA in Organizational Leadership from Baker College. Brandon has a proven track record in sales leadership and founded SAFFE Furniture, focusing on delivering simple, affordable, and fast solutions specifically for the K-12 market. His deep understanding of furniture solutions and commitment to building strong, trust-based partnerships align perfectly with Lone Star's values. Brandon is passionate about collaborating with school districts to enhance learning environments through functional and innovative furniture design.

Autumn Mankin

Phone: (806) 786-6128

Email: autumn@lonestarfurnishings.com

Territory: West Texas

Autumn Mankin joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2025 as the Educational Furniture Consultant for the West Texas region. A proud graduate of Texas Tech University, she brings a wealth of experience centered on serving educational and athletic communities. Her previous roles, including her work with schools for BSN SPORTS and as a Unified Schools Specialist for Special Olympics Texas, have given her invaluable insight into the specific needs of students, educators, and administrators. This background fuels her passion for building strong client relationships and developing functional, engaging learning environments where every student can thrive. A West Texas native, Autumn enjoys spending her free time with family and friends and proudly cheering on the Red Raiders.

Javier Vela

Phone: (956) 287-7595

Email: javier@lonestarfurnishings.com

Javier joined Lone Star Furnishings in January 2009. In his role as Estimator - Contract Sales he is a liaison to General Contractors and specifies science labs, auditoriums, bleachers, stadiums, and libraries. Javier has worked in education sales since 2001 and outside sales since 1991. Javier's wife of 28 years is Velma, a retired Librarian. They have 2 adult children. His "Bucket List" includes visiting all 50 states with Velma before he retires.

Kelley Boyter

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x3020

Email: kelley@lonestarfurnishings.com

Kelley is our Senior Sales Coordinator. She joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2010 as a Sales Coordinator. Kelley started her career in the commercial furniture industry working as a Sales Coordinator and Project Manager. Kelley’s exceptional time management and organizational skills coupled with her ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, allows her to successfully complete many turnkey projects each year. She loves her Dr. Pepper and Dallas Cowboys and is devoted to her family which includes her husband, son and very active, playful dogs.

Michael Cartwright

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x4020

Email: michael@lonestarfurnishings.com

Michael joined Lone Star Furnishings in April 2012. He has coordinated projects throughout Dallas-Fort Worth and west Texas. Prior to joining Lone Star, Michael spent five years as an inside sales representative with a markerboard manufacturer. His experience contributes to his broad understanding of our customers and our sales team's needs. Michael is always smiling, but he wore his widest smile when his favorite Philadelphia Eagles won the Super Bowl. Michael resides in Carrollton with his wife and two children. When not on a Lacrosse or Soccer Field, they enjoy family game night, road trips, and beach vacations.

Yvonne Hahn

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x2009

Email: yvonne@lonestarfurnishings.com

Yvonne joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2019, bringing with her over twenty years’ experience in customer service and project management. A Canadian by birth, she has spent the last 30 years in the Dallas area with her husband, raising their two daughters and spending her free time serving on PTA, orchestra and theatre booster club boards. With both daughters now orchestra directors in Texas public schools, Yvonne enjoys attending their concerts, reading, writing, and quilting.

Gina Marchant

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x2010

Email: gina@lonestarfurnishings.com

Gina joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2019 as a Sales Coordinator. She is extremely focused on customer needs and her keen attention to detail is an invaluable asset as she manages high value projects. She is the proud mother of a U.S. Marine and grandmother to 5 beautiful, intelligent, rowdy, hilarious kids. Her truest passion is fund raising for the North Texas Chapter of Walk Now for Autism Speaks in honor of her middle grandson who is autistic. She claims to be the biggest fan ever of the Dallas Cowboys (Jason Witten in particular!) and the Texas Longhorns (Hook ‘Em!)

Gigi Ferri

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x3040

Email: gigi@lonestarfurnishings.com

Gigi joined Lone Star Furnishings in January 2022 as a Sales Coordinator. She is a Texas native who received her degree in Business Administration from Whittier College in Southern California. Prior to joining Lone Star, she worked in the residential furniture industry for over 15 years. Gigi enjoys traveling, outdoor activities and spending time with family, friends, and her dogs, Gino and Lily.

Brandy Hunn

Phone: 972-862-9900 x6000

Email: brandy@lonestarfurnishings.com

Brandy Hunn joined Lone Star Furnishings as a Sales Coordinator in November 2021. Her passion for children and their educational development led her to earn a degree in Development and Education with an emphasis in Administration from UNT. She spent the last eleven years working in customer service, policy benefits, claims and accounting for a major provider in the insurance sector. She loves creating lasting relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction. Brandy enjoys spending time with her husband, Collin, including attending and/or watching Baylor football games. But what she loves most is playing outside and bedtime cuddles with their two daughters, Ava and Claire.

Chelsie Mathes

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x1050

Email: chelsie@lonestarfurnishings.com

Chelsie joined the Lone Star Furnishings team as a Project Coordinator in January of 2023. She is a native Texan who enjoys spending time with her boyfriend, Ryan, and dog, Peppers. They can “always” be found enjoying the great outdoors and love finding new adventures on which to embark. Chelsie’s love of the outdoors extends to include having a green thumb. If you need something to grow, just see Chelsie! Her favorite indoor activities center around the Dallas Stars organization. She is a superfan and regularly volunteers with the Dallas Stars Foundation.

Cydney Vasquez

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x1030

Email: cydney@lonestarfurnishings.com

Cydney joined Lone Star Furnishings in May 2023. She brings extensive customer service, purchasing and traffic coordination experience to the role of LSF Project Coordinator. Born and raised in Fort Worth Texas, she moved to the Carrollton area in 2012 where she met her husband and his beautiful, funny, and extremely intelligent daughter. They share a crazy quick witted son who is becoming more and more like his mother every day. Cydney has a deep love for fantasy and science fiction and always has a book to read or listen to in her spare time.

Rebecca Morgan

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x3030

Email: rebecca@lonestarfurnishings.com

Rebecca is our CAD designer and has worked in the school furniture and equipment business since 1998 after graduating from the University of Texas at Austin. With an education in AutoCAD, ADA requirements, space planning guidelines, and interior design, Rebecca is involved with planning, estimating, design, and installation of many projects as well as contract administration. In her free time, she enjoys trips to the dog park, playing in a dart league, and exploring her artistic side creating mixed media mosaics and painting.

Erica Asiagi

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x

Email: erica@lonestarfurnishings.com

Erica Asiagi joined Lone Star Furnishings as an Interior Designer in November 2024. A dedicated professional, she earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the University of North Texas, gaining valuable experience in diverse design fields even while completing her studies. Prior to LSF, Erica excelled as a Designer at a K-12 and workplace furniture dealership where she applied her strong project management skills and passion for space planning, successfully designing numerous projects including entire schools. Erica specializes in research-oriented K-12 and workplace planning and is committed to delivering functional, accessible, and universal design solutions that effectively connect users with their environment.

Garrett Moore

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x4050

Email: garrett@lonestarfurnishings.com

Garrett joined Lone Star Furnishings in December 2023 as the Marketing Coordinator. A Michigan native, he earned his degree in Economics from Michigan State University, where he also met his fiancée. Garrett finds fulfillment in the diverse challenges of his position, which require a balance of creative problem-solving and strategic planning. Outside of work, he serves on the DFW Spartans Alumni Board and plays in a cornhole league with his fiancée. He also spends his free time fishing and relaxing with their dog, Breslin, while staying connected with friends and family.

Gabe Gotay

Phone: (972) 862-9900

Email: gabe@lonestarfurnishings.com

Gabe has recently rejoined the Lone Star Furnishings Team.

Donna Broyles

Phone: (972) 862-9900 x5050

Email: donna@lonestarfurnishings.com

Donna Broyles joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2024 as an Administrative Assistant. She plays a vital role in the smooth operation of the office, handling key responsibilities such as processing customer billings, collections, and vendor invoices. With a strong background in customer service, strategic planning, and administrative assistance, particularly from her experience in the education management industry, Donna is adept at ensuring the team's operational efficiency and providing comprehensive support. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Texas State University.

Jeremiah Duckett

Phone: (972) 862-9900

Email: jeremiah@lonestarfurnishings.com

Jeremiah joined Lone Star Furnishings in 2022. He is a seasoned warehouse management professional but will also works outside the warehouse facilitating field service requests. Beyond his duties at Lone Star, he is a talented woodworker. He has been making custom furniture since he was in elementary school. He is the father of three kids and loves taking them on nature adventures. As a parent, he values Lone Star’s work with school districts and the focus on serving students. Jeremiah can also be found leading worship at several churches in the DFW area.