Taylor Ernst
President and Founder
Taylor Ernst is a proud Huntsville, Texas native and 2019 graduate of Baylor University. After graduation, Taylor moved to Houston to work in the oil and gas industry and quickly became involved with the Through the Roof special needs ministry at Houston’s First Baptist Church. Over five years of serving, Taylor developed deep relationships with families and noticed a gap between the broader Houston community and individuals with disabilities. It was during this time that Taylor decided to start EBC and bridge the gap between both communities. During his free time, Taylor loves to hunt, golf, take his puppy on walks, and workout with his friends.
Lydia Huynh
Director of Communications and Media
Lydia Huynh was born and raised in Houston, Texas, and is an alumna of the University of Houston. Her passion for serving individuals with special needs began in high school through the PALs program and continued at her church through the "Thru the Roof" ministry. Lydia finds deep fulfillment not only in serving but in building meaningful friendships with the people she meets through these places. Lydia’s goal for EBC is to foster community, empower its members, and raise awareness about the importance of inclusive spaces like the one EBC provides. In her free time, Lydia enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants, and playing mahjong with her girlfriends.
McKenzie Clemons
Director of Volunteer Coordination and Corporate Relations
McKenzie Clemons is a driven young professional originally from Appleton, Wisconsin, who recently relocated to Houston, Texas for work. She serves as National Business Development Manager for US Lubricants, a company of U.S. Venture, where she leads a team and drives the national expansion of passenger car motor oil, helping grow the company’s footprint and customer base nationwide.
McKenzie is actively involved in philanthropy and leadership, serving on the Board of the Children’s Cancer Family Foundation and previously co-chaired the Women’s Fund Luncheon, a key fundraiser empowering women and girls. She also served as Chair of the Professional Development Committee for Pulse for the Fox Cities Chamber, supporting the growth of young professionals. Recognized for her leadership, McKenzie is a Fox Valley Chamber Future 15 Award recipient and a proud alumna of the Wisconsin Forward 48 program. She is passionate about empowering others and making a meaningful impact in both her professional and community roles.