Povy has “led a life nurturing, teaching, leading and spreading joy... as the partner to a rancher and elected leader, mother of three, mentor to many, policy maker, and one whose wisdom is sought. Most of this was done in remote locations, (mostly) without a telephone, driving 80,000 miles a year, and (often) with a doggie (orphaned) calf in the front entryway.“ Povy is larger than life. She has mentored many, served as an advocate and spokesperson for agriculture and for the great southwest.

She has also been an esteemed leader at Chatham Hall, serving as President of the Board of Trustees from 1997-2000.