HopeRise Leadership Team

HopeRise Resource Center is governed by a Board of Directors responsible for providing oversight, accountability, and strategic guidance in support of the organization’s mission. Board members serve without compensation. 

Cher Randle

Founder, President & Treasurer

Cher Randle is the Founder, President, and Treasurer of HopeRise Resource Center. In this role, she provides overall vision, leadership, and strategic direction for the organization while ensuring alignment with its mission and values. As Treasurer, Cher oversees financial stewardship, budgeting, and fiscal accountability. She brings experience in administration, faith-based mentorship, and community outreach, and is deeply committed to building pathways of hope, stability, and purpose for individuals and families served by HopeRise.

Earnest Randle

Vice President

Earnest Randle serves as Vice President of HopeRise Resource Center, supporting organizational leadership and strategic initiatives. In this role, he assists with operational oversight, leadership support, and organizational continuity. Earnest is committed to strengthening HopeRise’s mission through collaboration, accountability, and service, and works alongside leadership to help advance community-focused programs and partnerships.

Sarah Aytchan

Secretary

Sarah Aytchan serves as Secretary of HopeRise Resource Center. In this role, she is responsible for maintaining organizational records, supporting board documentation, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping in alignment with nonprofit requirements. Sarah supports transparency, compliance, and effective communication within the organization and is committed to upholding the mission and integrity of HopeRise Resource Center.

A Message of Welcome & Gratitude from the Founder

Welcome, and thank you for being part of the HopeRise Resource Center community.

On behalf of HopeRise Resource Center, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our participants, donors, partners, sponsors, and supporters. Your trust, generosity, and willingness to walk alongside us make this work possible, and we do not take your support lightly.

HopeRise was founded on faith, compassion, and a deep commitment to serving individuals and families with dignity, encouragement, and practical support. Whether you are receiving services, giving generously, partnering with us, or standing with us through sponsorship and advocacy, you are an essential part of the mission. Each contribution of time, resources, prayer, and support helps strengthen lives and build a community where hope can rise.

To our participants, thank you for allowing us to walk alongside you on your journey. To our donors and sponsors, thank you for your faithful generosity and belief in the work we are called to do. To our partners, thank you for your collaboration and shared commitment to serving our community with integrity and compassion.

“And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” — Galatians 6:9 (NKJV)

Because of you, HopeRise Resource Center continues to grow, serve, and impact lives. It is truly an honor to lead this work and to serve alongside so many who believe in building a stronger, more hopeful community together.

With sincere gratitude and appreciation,

Cher Randle
Founder & President
HopeRise Resource Center

🌟 BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Earnest Randle – Vice President

Earnest Randle serves as Vice President of HopeRise Resource Center, supporting the organization’s mission to strengthen individuals and families through compassion, service, and faith-centered community support. In his role, Earnest works closely with leadership to support strategic direction, community partnerships, and organizational growth.

Earnest brings extensive professional experience from both domestic and international settings, with a background in construction management, operations and maintenance, quality assurance, and government defense contracting. His experience in leadership, mentorship, strategic planning, and operational oversight strengthens HopeRise’s ability to serve with excellence and integrity.

Born and raised in Lexington, Mississippi, Earnest holds academic and technical training in Heating and Air Conditioning Technology and Welding, and maintains an active Class A CDL with endorsements, including a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). He is an active member of First Baptist Church of Tyler, where he serves as a Deacon and President of the Men’s Ministry. Outside of his professional and service commitments, Earnest enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants, attending vintage car shows, and reading.

We are grateful for Earnest’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to advancing the mission of HopeRise Resource Center.