The Founder
of Charity Road
Tesina Painter (Tessie) is a unicorn. A creative, food obsessed, charitable, entrepreneur and a widow who raised 4 children alone while running businesses out of the home to support them. She is sincere; and she’s fun. With a passion for people in need; it’s their stories that are captivating for her.
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She taught special education, then became a diagnostician. After the birth of her first child, she identified a need affecting hospitals and new moms; and started a six-figure business from her home in 1993. She has a gift for seeing needs and finding creative ways to meet them.
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Tesina quickly moved into sales, consulting, and then commercial real estate, founding Strata Commercial.. All the while, she has been building a network of friends who are volunteers, donors, nonprofits and others in need. ​
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Tesina Painter (Tessie) is a unicorn. A creative, food obsessed, charitable, entrepreneur and a widow who raised 4 children alone while running businesses out of the home to support them. She is sincere; and she’s fun. With a passion for people in need; it’s their stories that are captivating for her.
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She taught special education, then became a diagnostician. After the birth of her first child, she identified a need affecting hospitals and new moms; and started a six-figure business from her home in 1993. She has a gift for seeing needs and finding creative ways to meet them.​
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In 2024, Tesina received The Commission of the Yellow Rose of Texas, commonly referred to as the Yellow Rose of Texas, is an honorary commission conferred by the Governor of Texas to Texas women for exceptional community service.
Board Members
Scarlett's journey into professional organizing stems from a diverse background. Prior to orchestrating clutter-free transformations, she navigated the world of project management, overseeing the development of homes and luxury builds. It was during this time that Scarlett's passion for creating order and beauty in spaces began to blossom.
Before her project management days, Scarlett delved into the realm of self-development and mindset coaching, guiding individuals towards personal growth and fulfillment. Driven by her love for design and a desire to make a tangible difference in people's lives, Scarlett pursued her certification in interior design. However, her heart remained tethered to the transformative power of organization. Thus, Whitespace Methods was born—a culmination of Scarlett's diverse experiences and unwavering dedication to helping clients reclaim their spaces and their peace of mind.
Today, Scarlett's mission extends beyond mere organization. By seamlessly blending her expertise in organizing, design, and mindset coaching, she empowers her people to cultivate spaces that not only look beautiful but also support their well-being and aspirations.
Scarlett Valente
Whitespace Methods
Paul Salfen is a Dallas-based TV host, producer, author, editor, writer, content creator, consultant, and entrepreneur who currently holds the positions of producer and co-host of Drew Pearson Live/The Ultimate Hail Mary and producer/writer for AMFM Magazine.
Salfen is also seen internationally as an international correspondent for OSN in Dubai, which is seen in 22 markets in the Middle East. He has previously held the positions of producer and host of the Telly Award-winning show “Let’s Go DFW!” on CBS, co-host, writer, and producer for Sports Plus (FOX Sports Dallas and Comcast SportsNet Chicago), host and producer for the Lone Star EMMY-nominated and Communicator Award-winning show Inside Entertainment, the Drew Pearson Show (FOX Sports), Editorial Director and Editor-In-Chief for ENVY
Publications (ENVY magazine, Replay Sports Monthly), Managing Editor and Associate Publisher of 944 magazine, Managing Editor for Flavorpill, Entertainment & Travel Editor for ScoreBoard, Publisher of Dallas Music Guide, and did all of the celebrity interviews for Cinemark as pre-show theatrical content.
He has spent the past 20 years interviewing a wide variety of the biggest and brightest stars in film and music including the likes of Tom Cruise, Hugh Jackman, Harrison Ford, Angelina Jolie, The Rock, Will Smith, Willie Nelson, Metallica, Ozzy Osbourne, Tiesto, and
Sandra Bullock, as well as a series of sports, travel and business articles including features on luminaries like Sir Richard Branson.Salfen is a serial entrepreneur in the media industry, having started and/or built up several outlets in every type of media.
He also serves as a consultant for a wide variety of companies, even those outside of media. In addition to freelancing for top newspapers, magazines and websites, including The Dallas Morning News, Quick, La Mode, SUCCESS, American Way, and New York Resident, Salfen has been a weekly guest on local TV (ABC, FOX), radio (CNN Radio) and podcast shows and just finished writing his first book called Going For It, which will be released later this year.
​After receiving a Business Degree from Yale, Jeff went on to play 7 years as a Linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys for legendary coach Tom Landry. Rohrer was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round (53rd overall) of the 1982 NFL draft, which at the time was considered a reach by the media. As a rookie, he played in 8 games on the special teams units. The next year in addition to special teams, he played on the short-yardage and goal line defenses.
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In 1986, he registered 111 tackles, 2 sacks, 4 forced fumbles (led the team) and one fumble recovery. In 1987, he was replaced on passing downs, but still managed 74 tackles, 4 sacks and 2 fumble recoveries. In 1989, with the arrival of head coach Jimmy Johnson, he was released before the season started, as part of a youth movement.
After football, Jeff went on to a successful career as a Commercial Line Producer and Executive Producer garnering three Top Ten Superbowl commercials and dozens multifunctional user experience.
of awards including Cannes Lions, filming commercials globally known for being a producer who was on time and on budget.Jeff saw Hollywood pioneer a digital transition and used this experience to bridge into digital engineering and 3D prototyping for Government, automotive and private projects.​Now, Jeffrey founded Toro Bravo 4x4; The all-in-one work truck, RV and toy hauler, giving customers a tailor made,
A Special Thank You...
Who helped our Charity get started.
His life began in the upper middle class with entrepreneurial Christian parents and as an adult started his own business in restaurants.
Somehow a long the way he became addicted to drugs, lost his way and found himself to be homeless; a nomad living on the streets. For 7 years he lived in the North West on the streets until coming to Dallas, getting cleaned up and deciding to turn his life around.
Now, for 11 years, he has run a non-profit that collects and distributes food and other items to those in needs. Noble Life is on site for disaster relief, outreach to people on the street and those who may need help for the first time.
Noble is a business that can provide income opportunities. Aaron has been 14 years sober and continues to be an inspiration.
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We thank you Aaron and Noble Life Outreach for your support in our efforts.
