Board & Staff

James Bartley

James is a lifelong resident of the 3rd Ward of University City. He currently owns and operates a design/build contracting firm, specializing in home renovations. He is an active member of the Musick Neighborhood Association.

Chris Flood

Treasurer

Chris works remotely as an affordable housing developer for a nonprofit Community Action Agency in Minnesota. He has worked in community development, affordable housing, and philanthropy for the past thirteen years. This work has included running one of the country’s largest community land trusts, creating a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), developing over 400 units of affordable rental housing with Housing and Historic Tax Credits, financing a community service facility with New Markets Tax Credits, and raising millions of dollars in grant funds from public and private funders.

Dr. Susan Hill

Dr. Susan Hill has served the School District of University City for 13 years in both school- and district-level leadership roles. She currently serves as a Curriculum and Instruction Leader, focusing on Career and Technical Education, K-12 Social Studies, and Summer Learning Experiences. Dr. Hill holds a Master’s in educational leadership and an Educational Specialist Degree in School District Leadership. She currently resides in Kirkwood with her husband and two sons.

Dr. Samuel Martin

A native of University City’s 3rd Ward and a proud product of the School District of University City, Dr. Martin has served as an administrator in the district since 2016. On the board, he focuses on leveraging SHED’s efforts to create real-world learning opportunities for students interested in the skilled trades — connecting education with hands-on experience and meaningful community impact.
Dr. Martin’s deep roots in the community and commitment to U-City’s young people bring an invaluable perspective to SHED, and we’re excited to partner with him as we continue investing in our students and strengthening the 3rd Ward.

Cleo Miller

Cleo Miller is a construction management professional with extensive experience overseeing housing and development projects across the St. Louis region. He currently serves as a Construction Manager at McCormack Baron Companies and previously held leadership roles with St. Louis Equity Fund, Inc. and Gardner Capital, contributing to the successful planning and execution of affordable housing initiatives. He brings expertise in construction oversight and community-focused development, supporting SHED’s mission to strengthen neighborhoods and expand access to quality housing. Cleo holds a Bachelor of Science in construction management with a minor in business administration from Minnesota State University, Mankato and an MBA in marketing from Bellevue University.

Victor Pichon

Victor Pichon served for 34 years in the Internal Revenue Service and was the Exempt Organization Manager for the state of Missouri. Since retiring in 2008 he has served as the CFO of Real Talk, Inc., a non profit working with youth in University City. He was the recipient of the “Keeper of the Flame” award from the United Negro College Fund as well as the University City School Board Martin Luther King Award. He has been active in many community organizations and was a speaker in the St. Louis Schools Education Prep Club. Victor has lived in the 3rd Ward for over 30 years.

Mike Reid

Mike Reid is a former Executive Director of SHED and a University City resident with more than 25 years of experience in community organizing, programming strategy, and fund development. He has also served as a director for multiple other community-based organizations, including Veterans For Peace. Mike brings a strong background in fundraising, community development, and stakeholder engagement, along with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. He holds a Master’s degree in social work from Louisiana State University and has completed advanced leadership training through the Gamaliel Network. Mike is also the Founder and Head Coach of Ultimate Speed Academy Track and Field Club, Inc.

Reggie Scott

Vice Chair

Reginald Scott serves as Associate Director of Real Estate at Washington University in St Louis.  His responsibilities include the oversight and management of the commercial and residential property operations, maintenance, and repair, as well as assisting in the acquisition, disposition and development of real estate assets in furtherance of the administrative and strategic objectives of the University’s off-campus real estate activities. Additionally, Reginald provides technical support as needed to local community based non-profits or other qualified entities engaged in community and economic development endeavors within the communities Washington University serves or owns real estate. He has over 30 years of experience in the community development field in both the public and private sectors

Mimi Taylor-Hendrix

Board Chair

A thirty-seven year resident of the 3rd Ward in University City, Mimi had a career in sales, and was actively involved in the school district where her four children were students. She was president of both elementary and high school PTO’s, and was assigned to a special task force to understand why students were leaving the University City public school system. She is also active on the Social Justice Committee for Christ the King Church. She is passionate about preserving affordable housing for working-class families.

Stephen Wurst

A St. Louis native with deep ties to University City, Stephen studied Industrial Technology and Engineering at Southeast Missouri State University before serving in the US Peace Corps in Botswana. After teaching internationally and at Wichita State University, he returned home with his wife, Melissa, and spent 27 years in Career and Technology Education at University City High School. Their two children, Lucy and Gunnar, are proud graduates of the University City School District. Stephen’s combination of construction skills and educational experience make him an ideal fit for SHED’s Youth Career Development, Workforce Development, and the Home Rehab Program.

Rich Wymore

A founding board member of SHED, Rich has been working as a volunteer for over ten years on SHED homes. He also works with the International Institute. Before his retirement, Rich worked for 40 years in non-profit finance, including 20 years as a loan officer and director of farm management for the Farm Credit Services of Omaha and 20 years as a consultant for credit union management boards with the Missouri Credit Union Association. He is married with three grown children and three grandchildren.