Speakers

Jim Penniman-Morin is standing for re-election to serve a third term as the Mayor of Cedar Park. He was previously elected to serve on Place 1 of the Cedar Park City Council in 2021. Mayor Jim is proud to play a role in continuing the smart and successful growth of our city as a thriving, safe and inclusive community. Also in his capacity as mayor, he sits on the Transportation Policy Board for the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO).

An attorney with 18 years of practice, Jim currently serves as in-house counsel of an artificial intelligence company headquartered in Austin, Texas. Jim previously practiced with several international law firms, representing tech start-ups and Fortune 500 companies alike in venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, and other critical transactions. Jim graduated magna cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center in 2008, which he attended at night while supporting his family and completing his military service.

Jim Penniman-Morin graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in June 2001 and then joined the famed 82nd Airborne Division. Following tours as an infantry platoon leader in Afghanistan and Iraq, Jim was accepted to serve in the prestigious 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), performing ceremonies at The White House, Capitol, and Arlington National Cemetery. After completing company command in that unit, Jim left active duty and served two years in the Virginia Army National Guard. Among other commendations, Captain Morin was twice awarded the Bronze Star, the Sapper Tab, and the Ranger Tab.

Jim and his family moved to Cedar Park from northern Virginia in 2014. An Eagle Scout, Jim has been active with his sons' and daughters' Scout troops, in addition to supporting their various athletic, artistic, and community endeavors. Jim has seven children, ages 3 to 23. Jim's wife, Sarah, is a humanitarian aid professional. Jim and Sarah enjoy hiking, gardening, trying new foods, and traveling to scenic and historic sites. The family attends Christ Episcopal Church in Cedar Park.

Dr. Bunmi Ogunleye is a physician and Hospice Medical Director at Gilead Healthcare in Austin, Texas. She brings nearly two decades of clinical and leadership experience, with a background in occupational medicine and healthcare administration across multiple states.

Her work in hospice is shaped by both professional expertise and personal experience, having witnessed firsthand the impact of compassionate end-of-life care. She is especially passionate about ensuring that each patient is supported in what matters most to them, while families are guided and cared for through one of life’s most meaningful and challenging transitions.

Dr. Ogunleye finds deep purpose in tailoring care to the unique needs, values, and stories of each patient and family—walking alongside them during a deeply personal and sacred time with dignity, presence, and compassion.

Elizabeth Eguia Robinson serves as the Senior Development Officer for The Texas State Technical College's (TSTC) Foundation at the TSTC Williamson County Campus and New Braunfels Campus. As a philanthropic fundraiser and external relations professional, Elí comes with 25+ years of experience. Elí has 12 years in higher education, 9 years in secondary education, and an extensive background in nonprofit management. She is an active member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and currently serves on the AFP Global Education Committee for the ICON 2026 and ICON 2027 conferences. Elí is a graduate of numerous distinguished leadership programs including Harvard University’s Executive Leadership Program, 2004, the National Hispana Leadership Fellowship Program, 2004, and Leadership San Antonio, Class #43, 2018. Elí earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Our Lady of the Lake University and her Master of Arts degree from St. Mary's University. She's currently a doctoral student of East Texas A&M University's Ed.D. degree in higher education and technology. Her hobbies are hiking, writing, and photography. She resides in Austin with her husband and three sons.