Nekima Horton is the founding President and CEO of the Veterans Coalition of North Central Texas, the largest organization helping veterans in the state. Her passion is helping veterans succeed after serving the country. She has extensive experience assessing and developing programs in healthcare, education, and tobacco cessation. Horton directed a program focusing on returning veterans' mental health, which led her to establish the Veterans Coalition. Within five years, she grew the Coalition to include over 75 organizations providing comprehensive support to veterans, their families, and veteran organizations. Her goal is for the Coalition to serve as a state and national model for supporting veterans.