San Antonio Area Foundation

Jessica Lombard is the Learning and Development Director for the San Antonio Area Foundation. Her career includes over a decade of leadership experience, development, and leading teams within project & change management. She also has a decade of service in nonprofit work, where she served San Antonio’s youth as a youth minister. She is an experienced communicator who has a passion to help South Texas non-profits develop their teams and resources to build a positive impact on our community. Jessica strives to help and encourage others to achieve their goals at developing their non-profit missions and capacity. When not serving our great San Antonio community, you can find Jessica supporting her daughters with Volleyball or Drill team.

Rachel Duran is the Learning and Development Manager at the San Antonio Area Foundation, where she supports nonprofit capacity‑building through the coordination and management of key professional development programs. Since joining the Area Foundation in 2016, she has applied her strengths in operations, communication, and stakeholder engagement to enhance the Foundation’s learning initiatives. Rachel is a SHRM Certified Professional with a background in Human Resources Management. In her role, she evaluates program effectiveness, manages learner engagement, oversees analytics, and ensures a positive, accessible experience for nonprofit partners. A lifelong learner, she is passionate about exploring ideas related to culture, wellness, and continuous improvement. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, creative projects, and spending time with her husband and family.