2022 BBB East Texas Board of Directors Nominee Bios

Brandon Jones, owner of Tyler Kung Fu & Fitness has 40 years experience in the Chinese martial arts of Kung Fu and Tai Chi and began teaching professionally here in Tyler in 1996. 

Since 1998, Jones has been the Tai Chi instructor for the UT Health Olympic Center Tyler, the only medically certified fitness center in Texas. Jones has also worked with Christus Trinity Mother Frances hospital, other area physicians, nurses, and physical therapists in providing Tai Chi for their patients. 

Jones, along with business partner Dr. John Cheng, M.D. founded the nationally sold video, Tai Chi Forever; 8 Steps to Optimal Health.  Tai Chi Forever is the only medically documented tai chi video on the market.  

  Jones is the founder of the Stranger Danger program for children.  The Stranger Danger program has been used by many Tyler School District campuses and is run as a PSA throughout the school year on the TISD channel.  Focusing on security and safety, Jones is also a Level Four Personal Protection Officer (PPO) recognized by DPS of Texas. 

A popular guest speaker, Brandon discusses the topics of self-defense for women and children, Tai Chi for seniors, and adult fitness. For two years Jones was the self-defense expert for CBS Channel 19, appearing weekly on the Live @ 5 evening show, and currently, Jones checks in with radio station 89.5 KVNE as the Safety Expert, giving tips on fitness and home and holiday safety. 

In 1998, Tyler Kung Fu & Fitness was the first martial arts school in Tyler to offer a fitness kickboxing class, and in 2000, Jones expanded their fitness program to include circuit boxing with the state of the art CIRCUIT BOXING room. In 2019, Tyler Kung Fu & Fitness expanded their services again in offering Rock Steady Boxing, a boxing-based workout exclusively designed for people who are battling Parkinson’s disease. 

A community leader, Jones is a Green Acres Baptist Church member, serving on the Safety Team and he holds a Bachelor of Business Science and a minor in psychology from Stephen F. Austin State University.

Daniel Nagore has many titles - CEO, President, and entrepreneur, to name a few. Born and raised in Mexico City, Daniel moved to Tyler to pursue his Bachelors of Business Administration at The University of Texas at Tyler, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. 

While in his final semester at UT Tyler, Daniel began to pursue his dreams - owning and operating his businesses while helping others do the same. Following his late grandfather's footsteps, Daniel launched Nagore Investments, a small business incubator with the goal of starting and assisting local startup companies. Daniel then founded other companies, including Wash-it! Mobile, an eco-friendly mobile car wash, and Homes by N&A, a construction company. 

Despite not coming from East Texas, Daniel has planted his roots in Tyler and is glad to call it his home. His goal is to strengthen the Tyler business community through interdisciplinary networking and charitable outreach. Daniel is proud of Tyler's growth and hopes to help the community in any way he can - from supporting small businesses to donating to local charities. In his free time, Daniel enjoys spending time with friends and family; working with others within the community; and playing with his dog, Dolly (named after Dolly Parton).

Rebecca Sanders has served as director of public affairs and media relations for Tyler Junior College for the past five years. TJC was founded in 1926 and enrolls approximately 12,000 students each semester. Prior to joining TJC, she spent more than three decades working for Brookshire Grocery Company, and retired after holding a variety of positions including vice president of marketing. 

Rebecca’s expertise includes Marketing, Public Relations and Advertising, and was the project leader for BGC’s original frequent shopper loyalty program. In 2009, she was named one of Progressive Grocer’s “Top Women in Grocery.” Rebecca has been a presenter at several industry conferences explaining the importance of consumer insights and its impact on effective Marketing.

Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. She has served on boards of Smith County United Way, American Red Cross and Bethesda Health Clinic. She is a member of the National Council of Market and Public Relations professionals

Troy Bevill, Jr. has served as President of Proforma Horizon Total Source located in Whitehouse, TX since 1995. Troy holds a Master of Science in Industrial Technology from The University of Texas at Tyler and a Master of Advertising Specialty Institute. He is a Proforma Multi Million Dollar Club Member, his company was on the Print and Promo Top Distributor’s list in 2020, and the BBB Award for Excellence in 2014. Troy has served on the Better Business Bureau Executive Committee and on the board for the Whitehouse Area Chamber of Commerce. Troy loves spending time with his family and friends, fitness, hunting and fishing, outdoor activities, and cooking.