Leslie Bourne
About Leslie Bourne
Leslie Bourne is the Chief Executive Officer of Covenant House Texas, having previously served as CEO of Ronald McDonald House Houston and worked at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Chief Executive Officer
Leslie Bourne is the Chief Executive Officer at Covenant House Texas. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the organization's operations and strategic initiatives. She joined the organization as the Executive Director in January 2017. Under her leadership, Covenant House Texas aims to provide comprehensive services to homeless youth and young adults.
Former CEO of Ronald McDonald House Houston
Before joining Covenant House Texas, Leslie Bourne served as the CEO of Ronald McDonald House Houston for nine and a half years. During her tenure, she led the organization in providing a 'home away from home' for families with seriously ill children being treated in the Texas Medical Center. Her leadership ensured the delivery of essential support services and accommodations to these families.
Professional Experience at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Leslie Bourne also has significant experience at The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. There, she was involved in developing and implementing programs for the Children’s Cancer Hospital. Her work focused on enhancing the quality of care and support services for young cancer patients and their families.
Education and Expertise in Healthcare Administration
Leslie Bourne holds a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration from Texas Women's University. Additionally, she is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center at Dallas. She has also pursued graduate studies in Social Work, further contributing to her expertise in managing healthcare and social service organizations.