Board of Directors
2025-2026

Rene White, CSR, RPR, CRR
President
​René has worked as a freelance reporter since 1986 and also assumed the role of a firm owner. She dedicated her time to HCRA, serving on the board in the late '90s, ultimately becoming President. Additionally, Rene ​is a Certified Independent Training Agent for Stenograph's Case CATalyst software since 2007. Rene was Treasurer of TEXDRA from 2016 through August 2023. 

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Christy Cortopassi, CSR
President Elect
​Christy embarked on her career as a freelance reporter in 1995 and expanded her expertise to include providing real-time services in 2016. She has a rich history of mentoring students, delivering presentations at seminars, and contributing her time to various committees. Beyond her commitment to court reporting, Christy is deeply dedicated to volunteering for several animal rescue groups. Her passions extend to traveling, enjoying hikes with her dog, and cherishing moments with family and friends. ​

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Lucile Wyatt, CSR
Immediate Past President
Lucile entered the profession in 1975 as an official court reporter, finding the work both challenging and gratifying. After opening her firm in 1983, she parlayed her love for reading, travel, and a lifelong pursuit of knowledge into a rewarding freelance career. Because court reporting enabled a single mom to provide a far better life for her family, Lucile was driven to pay it forward. After forty-eight years of reporting and almost four decades of service to local, state, and national reporting associations, including terms as president of both Texas Court Reporters Association and StenoCAT Users Network, Lucile is deeply honored to serve as TEXDRA’s fifth President. 

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Yvette Perrodin, CSR
Secretary
Yvette, with over 20 years of experience as a freelance reporter, owns Liberty Litigation Support in Houston, Texas. She balances her profession with a passion for ranch life, home décor, and travel. Yvette is dedicated to supporting her fellow reporters, educating aspiring students, and guiding current students toward success. 

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Lisa DeMoe, CSR, RPR
Director
​Lisa began her career as a Texas CSR in 1996 as a freelance reporter in Dallas.  In 2003, she ventured into the world of being a firm owner where she continued reporting, covering the gamut of job assignments.  She excels in providing real-time services for high stakes, complex litigation cases.  Notably, she served as the on-site court reporter for President George W. Bush's Presidential Library Dedication, where her transcripts were immediately delivered to the media and are (allegedly) stored in the United States National Archives. In her personal life, Lisa plays billiards, volunteers numerous hours serving veterans in her community, loves scuba diving and traveling.

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Beth Sheen, CSR
Director
Beth began her court reporting career in 1990 in the Federal Bankruptcy Court in Chicago, Illinois.  After relocating to Houston, she became a Texas Certified Shorthand Reporter in 1995.  Her career has been primarily focused on freelance reporting, with additional experience subbing in court. Beth is deeply committed to mentoring new reporters and supporting the profession.  She holds licenses in both Texas and Illinois.  In her personal time, she enjoys reading and traveling with her husband.

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Christine Moers, CSR, CVR-M
Director
Christine Moers is a court reporter in Austin, Texas.  She holds the CSR and CVR-M certifications and currently serves as the Official Court Reporter for the CPS Associate District Court in Travis County.  Christine began court reporting at the age of 50.  Before making this career change, she was a parent coach, speaker, and trainer for adoption and foster care agencies worldwide.  She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from Howard Payne University.  Christine loves decaf coffee, true crime, and considers herself a mediocre runner. 

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Tammy Pozzi, CSR
Director
​Tammy was certified as a Texas CSR in 1992.   Prior to moving to San Antonio in 1997, she lived and worked in Dallas and Odessa.  In addition to reporting, she served as reporter liaison, managing reporter and worked in sales and marketing.  She has a passion for education and advocacy and has held many leadership positions for PTAs and booster clubs.  While not working, Tammy enjoys spending time with her family, reading and crafting.

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Melody Monk, CSR, RPR
Director
Melody Monk is a court reporter with over 36 years of experience in the fields of business litigation, medical malpractice, bankruptcy, toxic tort, maritime, construction, patent law, and administrative hearings for various agencies, with clients requiring extensive international and domestic travel. She currently holds licenses in Texas and Illinois, and also holds the NCRA RPR certification. Melody was formerly licensed in Louisiana (inactive), Georgia and Oklahoma. She currently manages her own court reporting firm and has done so since 1997. Melody currently lives in Dallas, Texas, and has previously lived and worked in Austin, New Orleans, and Chicago.

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