Allen EDC Board of Directors

Kristina Holcomb, Chair of the Board

Kristina Holcomb has been an active member of the AEDC Board of Directors since 2019, following a three-year tenure with the Allen Community Development Corporation Board.

In her professional capacity, Kristina is the Dallas Metro+ Executive at AECOM, a global engineering firm. She leads business growth and client engagement in the region and facilitates collaboration across all AECOM business lines. Kristina's extensive background includes over 25 years of service in the public sector, where she notably managed operations, capital projects, real estate, funding strategies, long-range planning, and policy formulation.

A long-time Allen resident, Kristina, alongside her husband Chad, is a proud parent to two sons—one a student at Oklahoma State University and the other, a proud graduate of Texas A&M.

Ben Patterson, Vice Chair of the Board

Ben began his insurance career after graduating from Harding University in Searcy, AR in 1996. He has over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry and is President of Patterson & Associates Insurance Agency, an IIABA Best Practices Agency, consistently recognized as a “Best Places To Work” in Dallas.

Ben has served on several insurance company national and local advisory councils and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Independent Insurance Agents of Texas. He holds both the Certified Insurance Counselor, CIC, and Certified Risk Manager, CRM, designations. Ben was recognized in the Dallas Business Journal’s 2013 List of “40 Under 40”s.

Ben and his wife Rachel have three children and have lived in the Allen since 2002.

Keon Byrd, Secretary/Treasurer

Keon Byrd serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Church Eleven32 in Allen, Texas, where he oversees financial strategy and operations for a growing multi-campus organization. With over 27 years of experience in management, technology, and business strategy, Keon has held leadership roles at both
start-ups and Fortune 20 companies. His career includes 14 years at AT&T and a tenure as Assistant Vice President at Amdocs, where he led business process initiatives in the telecommunications sector.

A long-time Allen resident, Keon and his wife, Katrina, have lived in the community for over 20 years and are proud parents of three daughters. He is actively involved in the community, serving as Head Chaplain for the Allen Police Department, Board President for All Community Outreach, and Board Secretary for Dream Center Dallas. Keon also teaches as an adjunct professor at Dallas Baptist University.

Keon holds two associate degrees from Collin College, a Bachelor of Business Studies, and an MBA in Technology and Engineering Management from Dallas Baptist University.

Emad Siddiqi, Director

Emad Siddiqi grew up in Allen, Texas and previously served on the Board of Adjustments, Building and Standards Commission and Sign Control Board for the City of Allen. During his time with the Board, he acted in a quasi-judicial capacity to review land use regulation and court orders for enforcement of standards.

With a B.S. from U.T. Dallas and a J.D from OCU School of Law, his background includes data integration, corporate governance and contracts. His primary expertise is in Intellectual Property and he currently works for the United States Patent and Trademark Office. He volunteers his time with different community organizations including Allen CERT and local Inventor groups.

Ben Trahan, Director & City Council Liaison

Ben’s 28 years of banking experience and long history of volunteer service give him the insight and understanding that guide his decision-making as a leader in the Allen community.

With a strong foundation in leadership and management, he has dedicated himself to serving his community. His involvement includes volunteering with the Allen Citizen Police Academy, participating in Leadership Allen’s 25th class, supporting the Allen 2020 Census Complete Count Committee, and engaging in advocacy through local and state initiatives like Collin County Days at the Texas State Capitol.

Ben holds a bachelor's degree from Tulane University, a Master of Science in Management from Texas A&M Commerce and completion of Louisiana State University’s Graduate School of Banking program.

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Board of Directors

Kristina Holcomb, Chair of the Board

Ben Patterson, Vice Chair of the Board

Keon Byrd, Secretary/Treasurer

Emad Siddiqi, Director

Ben Trahan, Director & City Council Liaison

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