About
The HUB 360

Celebrating Every Ability. Empowering Every Journey.

The HUB 360 is a nonprofit community designed to enrich the lives of adults with diverse abilities. More than a facility, The HUB 360 will be a welcoming, joyful place where individuals are respected for who they are, supported in who they want to become, and embraced as valued members of a vibrant community.

Founded on compassion, connection, and possibility, The HUB 360 will provide a full-circle approach to enrichment — blending physical wellness, creative expression, social engagement, life-skills training, and therapeutic support. Every program, interaction, and experience is intentionally designed to build confidence, inspire joy, and nurture meaningful relationships.

Our soon-to-be state-of-the-art center will feature accessible recreational spaces, a sensory center, hands-on learning studios, a garden, and opportunities for community involvement — all created to support emotional, physical, and social well-being.

Hispanic woman with special needs blowing bubbles

Our Vision

To create a vibrant, inclusive community where adults with diverse abilities are celebrated, empowered, and inspired — leaving every day with a heart full of love, confidence, and happiness.

Our Mission

To enrich lives through safe, supportive spaces filled with engaging activities, creative expression, lifelong learning, and meaningful connection. We ensure every individual feels respected, valued, and encouraged to thrive daily.

Core Values

Trust: Honesty, consistency, and transparency in everything we do.

Humanity: Compassion and dignity for all.

Enrichment: Experiences that inspire joy, connection, and growth.

Honoring Individuality: Supporting each person’s unique journey.

Understanding: Listening first, responding with empathy.

Belonging: Creating spaces where everyone is accepted and celebrated.

360 Degrees of Connection: We are full circle – every activity, outreach, and interaction creates meaningful impact, community, and hope.

At The HUB 360, we believe every person deserves a place that feels like home — full of purpose, friendship, and joy.

Here, everyone matters. Here, everyone belongs.

Board of Directors

Kevin Dobbs

Kevin Dobbs

President

Kevin Dobbs serves as President of The HUB 360 Board and brings over 26 years of financial and banking leadership to the organization. A Waco native, he is currently Executive Vice President and Director at TFNB Your Bank for Life, where he specializes in commercial lending and business growth.

Kevin began his career in public accounting, focusing on bank audits, compliance, and loan analysis. He holds a BBA in Finance and Accounting from Baylor University and is a graduate of the Southwest Graduate School of Banking at SMU. His expertise ensures strong financial stewardship as The HUB 360 grows.

Melinda Hedrick

Melinda Hedrick

Treasurer

Melinda Hedrick brings extensive legal and financial expertise to The HUB 360 as Treasurer. She holds a BBA in Accounting and a Juris Doctor both from Baylor University.  She is a licensed certified public accountant as well as an attorney, and is board certified in estate planning and probate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Melinda’s practice focuses on estate planning, probate, guardianships, business organizations, and tax law. Melinda has held multiple community leadership positions—including the McLennan County Bar Association, Central Texas Senior Ministry (aka Meals on Wheels), Waco Montessori School, and Oakwood Cemetery —demonstrating her commitment to effective nonprofit governance and financial stewardship.

Elizabeth Bays

Elizabeth Bays

Secretary

Elizabeth Bays serves as Secretary of The HUB 360 Board and brings more than two decades of analytical and organizational experience. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics and an MBA from Tarleton State University and has worked for over 15 years as a Project Analyst at L3Harris.

Elizabeth is also deeply involved in community and youth programs, including the WE3 Community Service Organization, the Axtell FFA Booster Club, and 4-H leadership programs. Her commitment to education, family engagement, and service supports The HUB 360’s mission of inclusion and community connection.

Julie Potts

Julie Potts

Founder

Julie Potts, Founder of The HUB 360. A passionate advocate for people living with diverse abilities (special needs and disabilities). Based in Waco, she is a full time special education paraprofessional at a local elementary school and also works part time in a marketing position with a company based out of Round Rock, TX. She previously spent 15 years working with the team at The Dwyer Group (now Neighborly).

Having a daughter born with down syndrome in 2005 motivated Julie to actively serve the diverse-abilities community as an adaptive basketball, soccer, and football coach with No Limitations, LLC and a baseball coach with Challenger Little League. Her firsthand experience with these extraordinary athletes and their families inspired the creation of The HUB 360 as a place of enrichment, hope, and happiness.

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