About TGAA
An Association of local government subdivisions, TGAA members believe that government accountability and transparency is a precondition of effective self-government. As a non-partisan, non-profit organization, TGAA does not bend to party-line ideologies. Instead, TGAA promotes broad based ethical and transparency standards, deserved by the citizens of Texas and applicable to all levels of Government in the state.
Together, we will demand Government transparency.
TGAA Board of Directors
Anthony Wilder, Chairman
Anthony Wilder grew up in Dallas and graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a BA in Mathematics with concentrations in Actuarial Science and Risk Management & Insurance. He spent the first 25 years of his career in actuarial consulting and technology. He most recently served as the Head of Customer Success (Americas) for a large, international pizza brand.
In 2011, Anthony was elected to the Carrollton City Council. He served 6 years in many roles including Mayor Pro Tem, Chairman of the Finance/Audit Committee, and a member of the Trinity River Authority CRWS Advisory Committee. He was also the featured speaker and panelist at numerous seminars throughout North Texas for local and state elected officials during his time in office. His desire was, and still is, a more transparent, efficient and accountable government at the local level. He now serves as the Executive Director of TGAA.
Anthony and his wife, Sarah, live in North Texas with their 4 children.
Contact: anthony.wilder@txgaa.org
Kathy Wheat, Vice President
Kathy Wheat grew up in the San Antonio area and attended the University of Texas at Austin graduating with a BA in Mathematics. She spent her early career in technical marketing and data analytics before moving to Colleyville to raise her two children with her husband Brad.
Kathy served on the Colleyville City Council from 2017-2023 as both a general council member and Mayor Pro Tem. Additionally, she served on the Colleyville Audit Committee, the Colleyville Tax Increment Finance District Board, the Colleyville Economic Development Corporation Board, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and as a member of the North Central Texas Council of Governments.
Contact: Kwheat@txgaa.org
Scott Sanford
Scott Sanford is a longtime resident of McKinney and a graduate of Baylor University, where he earned both a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Taxation. He is a licensed CPA with a professional background that includes time at Ernst & Young and years of experience as a small business owner. His work has focused on finance, tax, and strategic operations.
For over 25 years, Scott has served as the Executive Pastor at Cottonwood Creek Church, offering guidance and support to thousands of families. Through his role, he’s helped people through life’s celebrations and challenges, always putting his community first. He has extensive executive experience across accounting, finance, legal, IT, real estate, budgeting, construction, communications, HR, facilities, strategy, branding, and team building.
Scott and his wife, Shelly, live in McKinney. They have 2 adult children and 3 grandchildren.