About Healthier Texas

Healthier Texas is a statewide nonprofit working to bring people, organizations and communities together to take action that supports health for all, now and for generations to come.

We believe where you live should not determine how long you live. That’s why we’re working to reduce the risk of preventable diseases while increasing access to health for all Texans.

Why It's Time


Unhealthy has become our new normal.

More than two-thirds of Texas adults and one-third of Texas children are overweight or obese. The situation has led to epidemics of preventable chronic diseases that erode our quality of life while piling on billions in associated healthcare costs. The worsening health crisis is one that we cannot afford and have limited time to fix. Yet, the causes are so complex and widespread that no single intervention will reverse it.

At Healthier Texas, we recognize that solving the health crisis requires a collaborative, multilayered approach that addresses the individual, cultural, organizational, community and policy factors that influence the extent to which people have access and opportunities to lead healthier lives.

The good news is that there is a growing movement of people, organizations, and institutions committed to creating a culture of health in the Lone Star State. We exist to champion that movement. By uniting and mobilizing our collective efforts, we can create a thriving future for our families, our communities, and our state.

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Our Mission


To save lives, while reducing the incidence of preventable disease and increasing access to health for all Texans.
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Our Vision


Every Texan has equitable access to a long, happy, and healthy life.
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Our Team


Executive Team

Jamie Williams, CEO, It's Time Texas
Jamie Williams
Chief Executive Officer
Nathaniel Aranda
Nathaniel Aranda
Senior Vice President of Strategy
nathaniel@itstimetx.wpengine.com
Lonnicia Maxwell
Lonnicia Maxwell
Senior Vice President of Operations

Jamie Williams, Chief Executive Officer
Jamie Williams, Chief Executive Officer

It’s Time Texas, a statewide non-profit focused on empowering Texans to lead healthier lives through community-focused initiatives, has announced that Jamie Williams will be the new CEO beginning August 26, 2022. Williams, the current Vice President of Development, will take over following Dr. Amy McGeady’s leave.

Williams joined It’s Time Texas in June 2021 and has spent the majority of her professional career helping organizations achieve health equity. She has a breadth of previous experience leading teams at national voluntary health organizations, including Susan G. Komen. This, combined with her experience at It’s Time Texas, position her uniquely for this role.

“Jamie has a passion for health equity and a pragmatic approach to solving tough problems. Bringing these skills together has allowed her to deliver strong value working with non-profits in the communities that they serve,” said Pratish Kanani, board chair of It’s Time Texas. “As we continue to strive for a healthier Texas, we look forward to Jamie’s leadership in this role.”

“I am thrilled with our board’s decision to select Jamie as It’s Time Texas’ next CEO,” added McGeady. “Jamie is a visionary leader who will continue to take the organization forward in championing health for all Texans.”

In addition to leading the development team, Jamie has been instrumental in spearheading the 2022 Healthier Texas Summit, where health care and public health professionals from across the state will unite to transform health in Texas. She has played a key role in the organization’s impact strategy and vision for using multiple platforms to empower community leaders throughout Texas to be champions for healthy change.

“I’m so humbled by the opportunity to lead It’s Time Texas in its mission to advance health for all Texans,” said Williams. “It’s Time Texas has the unique capability to convene change-makers and drive innovations to solve public health crises across the state. By empowering health champions to address the policies and systems that impact health in the places we live, work and play, we will reduce the chronic disease incidence that is robbing Texans of years of health, happiness, family and fellowship.”

McGeady, who has been the chief executive officer since 2019, will depart August 25, 2022, to take on a leadership role with a national professional services proposal development firm. Prior to working with It’s Time Texas, McGeady built and owned her own proposal writing company. During her time as CEO, McGeady led the organization through the unanticipated events of the global pandemic, secured $12.5M in government contracts and $1.3M in grants, and led the development of a community grant program that awarded $400,000 to community partners whose work is advancing health equity in cities across Texas.

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Transforming Lives with Telehealth Coaching

"Your follow ups have been key in keeping me on track. Because of your Telehealth Coaching, I have been able to stay off of medicine. I thank you so much. You are a real blessing to come into this time of my life."
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"It's Time Texas and its free Telehealth Coaching program has been great for me! Natalie, my Telehealth Coach, has been so kind, supportive and helpful. We meet 1-3 times a month to celelbrate 'wins' and 'not wins' and to discuss short-term health goals. It helps to have someone in your corner to provide support and accountability."

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