Meet The Board
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Christabell Nunez
Visionary. Hype Woman. Community Cultivator. Unapologetically Real.
Christabell Nunez is the Founder and President of I Slay, a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas dedicated to creating radically inclusive spaces for plus-size individuals. As a plus-size Latina and former Mrs. Texas 2024, Christabell uses her platform to celebrate body confidence, community care, and representation. What began as a backyard clothing swap has grown into a movement — and she’s just getting started.
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Violet Ward
Community Builder. Creative Connector. Misfit in Motion.
Violet serves as the Events Chair for I Slay, bringing their passion for radical inclusion and community connection to life through every gathering. With a heart for celebrating all bodies and identities, Violet curates events that are joyful, affirming, and deeply rooted in care — making sure every person feels like they truly belong.
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Amy Pownall
Movement Maker. Vision Holder. Heart of the Work.
As Programming Chair, Amy curates I Slay’s signature events — from empowering movement classes to mental health check-ins and creative workshops — ensuring each one centers the joy, needs, and voices of the plus-size community.
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Karla Rodriguez
Details Guru. Community Keeper.
Karla is the organizational backbone of I Slay, keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes as our Secretary. Karla believes in the magic of showing up, creating safe spaces, and reminding others they’re never alone in the work.
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Alyssa Van Waarde
Budget Baddie. Fat Liberation Advocate. Spreadsheet Sorceress.
As Treasurer, Alyssa is the numbers expert keeping I Slay grounded and growing. With degrees in economics and business, she ensures our financial strategy aligns with our mission to serve plus-size communities with transparency, care, and sustainability. Alyssa shows up fully — for the mission, the movement, and the mutual love in this community.
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Anita Garza
Storyteller. Representation Warrior. PR Queen.
Anita is the Queen of PR, and marketing ensuring that representation is reaching plus size bodies in Austin & beyond. As a native Texan with a background in filmmaking, communications, and nonprofit event coordination. She’s worked with prestigious organizations bringing powerful stories and communities together. As a proud plus-size woman, Anita is passionate about body positivity, authentic representation, and building spaces where everyone feels seen and celebrated.