Missouri City, TX - Prominently featured in The Inner
Circle, Dr. Leah D Pouncy-Dean is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Professional of
The Year for her contributions to Child Welfare and Foster Care Services.
Dr. Leah D Pouncy-Dean leads 1Archangel Services Inc., a
foster and adoption agency based in Stafford, Texas, as Chief Executive
Officer. In this capacity, Dr. Pouncy-Dean directs agency operations and
community outreach that provide critical support to children and families,
strengthening foster care systems and promoting stable, nurturing environments.
Her comprehensive expertise encompasses entrepreneurship, program direction,
nonprofit and public service leadership, public relations, human resources, staffing,
program development, community outreach, and foster care and adoption advocacy.
Dr. Pouncy-Dean is additionally known for licensing support for child-placing
agencies, helping organizations meet regulatory standards and expand their
capacity to serve.
Throughout her career, Dr. Pouncy-Dean has advanced hands-on initiatives that
address urgent needs while building long-term solutions. She has organized
donation drives, community events, and outreach efforts that deliver resources
and emotional support to vulnerable youth and their families, and she is
recognized for maintaining above-minimum standards at her agency. Her program
development work has expanded access to foster care services and strengthened
organizational capacity across social service systems.
In addition to her leadership at 1Archangel Services Inc., Dr. Pouncy-Dean
oversees TXNEAD, a multifaceted organization providing staffing, consulting,
IT/GIS services, DNA test, UA testing and project management for public
agencies and community partners. This work reflects a systems-focused approach
that aligns technology, staffing, and program management to improve service
delivery and collaborative outcomes.
Dr. Pouncy-Dean’s background includes service as an adult supervision officer
for the Probation Department, and family court professional, along with earlier
experience in the mayor’s office from 1986 to 1989. She has spent many years
helping agencies attain licensure and brings more than 22+ years of leadership
experience to her executive roles.
A graduate of Texas Southern University where she was elected the current V.P
of Finance for The College of Language Arts and Behavioral Sciences. Dr.
Pouncy-Dean holds the LCPAA, Certified Mediator, Certified in both DNA and UA
Testing, Certified Chaplain, and Certified Home Inspector for Homeland Security
credentials. She is also services on the Black Heritage and Ticket Committees
for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. She is also an upcoming author,
mentor, and public speaker committed to empowering others through knowledge and
opportunity.
Grounded in compassionate, service-driven leadership, Dr. Pouncy-Dean
emphasizes collaboration and education to ensure children receive both
immediate care and long-term stability. Looking ahead, she plans to establish a
day care center incorporating STEM, photography, and AI. For more information,
please visit www.1archangel.org.
