Christie Hepburn

Christie Hepburn

Senior Director of Operations

Christie got a call from Susan Dawson in 2008 asking if she would support upcoming Deliberative Dialogue work. She’s been connected to E3 Alliance ever since. With roles spanning from collective impact and transformation services, to communications and operations, Christie brings her passion for education and learning, her dedication to human connection, and her penchant for organization to every role.

Prior to joining E3, Christie worked in public schools for 15 years after receiving her master’s degree in Bilingual Special Education at The University of Texas at Austin. In her earlier days, Christie was a Peace Corps volunteer in Micronesia.

Christie Hepburn

Mackenzie Allen

Mackenzie Allen

Executive Assistant and Board Liaison

Mackenzie joined E3 Alliance after previously working with Vacasa as their Office Coordinator. She has also worked with the City of Austin, St. Edward’s University, and H&R Block in various administration roles.

Mackenzie holds a bachelor’s degree in Theatre from St. Edward’s University.

Mackenzie Allen

Emily Pickens

Emily Pickens

Operations Manager

Emily Pickens comes to E3 Alliance from a local nonprofit, Women in Neuroscience, where she was the director of programs. She brings a strong background in neurologic music therapy and business, and a lifelong passion for service, volunteerism, and advocacy. She uses her unique skills and experiences to find creative, intentional, and focused ways to get the job done. Emily is passionate about collaboration, connecting people with opportunities, and creating equitable systems of operation. 

A Florida native, Emily completed her undergraduate degree in Music Therapy at The Florida State University before relocating to Austin in 2012, where she has since made her mark on the community. In 2019, she enhanced her qualifications with a master’s in business administration from Texas State University, focusing on non-profit management. 

 Outside of her professional endeavors, Emily enjoys singing, spending time with her husband, their dog, and 13 chickens. She loves exploring the Green Belt, binge-watching old seasons of Survivor, cooking delectable meals, and getting lost in the latest thriller by Harlan Coben. 

Emily Pickens