Connie Tyne, MS
Vice President of External Affairs

Connie Tyne is passionate about the mission of The Cooper Institute and committed to improving the health of children through programs and assessments that lead to better nutrition and more physical activity.  She leads a dynamic team of professionals who are making a difference in the lives and health of men, women, and children around the world.

Connie’s 14 years of experience include 12 years as Director of the Cooper Wellness Program where she managed the lifestyle behavior modification and weight loss programs for Cooper Clinic patients.  Moving to The Institute gave her the opportunity to pursue fundraising and business development for the non-profit, research-based programs she believes in.

Connie received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Education and Psychology from Southern Methodist University and her Master of Science from the University of Texas at Arlington.

 

Margo Simmons, BS
Director of Community Outreach

Margo Simmons has functioned in a wide-range of managerial capacities since joining The Cooper Institute in April, 2000.  She currently serves the organization as Director of Community Outreach and also works closely with the Vice President of External Affairs in support of fundraising activities.

Margo received a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences degree from Dallas Baptist University, in two concentrations: Psychology and Business Administration.  She participated in a Managerial Science masters program at Texas A&M-Commerce for one and one-half years before redirecting her focus to Instructional Design at Capella University.  Margo will complete her Master of Science degree in Instructional Design for Online Learning (IDOL) in December, 2011.
 

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