Peter Norris

About Peter Norris

I am always looking for partners in the journey to empower parents to raise their children to thrive. Let\'s work together to change policies and build communities that fully support parents on their path! Adept at leading large organizations in solving complex problems. Committed to building diverse teams and leveraging the strength of all members. Focused on eliminating systemic causes of inequality in systems that deliver mental health and other elements of our social safety net. Seasoned policy advisor and policy analyst; experienced in effectively communicating with senior government and political officials.

Experience

1. Co-founder

   Loving Parents

   Jun 2024 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Co-Founder of a nonprofit organization rooted in the principles of peer support with a mission to empower parents with the resources needed to raise their children to thrive. Designs and administers programs that deliver mental health resources, including peer support and psychotherapy. Builds community relationships to aid parents in gaining access to material resources. Advocates at the state and federal level for policy changes that reduce the barriers parents face in raising their children.

Education

• Marine Corps University

  Master of Military Studies

  2012 — 2013

• Texas A&M University

  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations

  1996 — 2001

• University of Houston

  Master of Social Work

• The George Washington University

  Master of Professional Studies, Legislative Affairs

  2015 — 2016

• Joint Forces Staff College, National Defense University

  Joint and Combined Warfighting School (JPME II)