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Justin Jonas - Executive Director

Justin was appointed Executive Director in August of 2007 & oversees all facets of the association. Justin received his Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from Texas A&M University, where he also competed on the livestock judging team. He went on to get his Masters in Science from Angelo State University. Justin, his wife Bridgette, and son Levi raise sheep just outside of San Angelo, and are very involved with their church.

Kermit Wendland - Operations Director

Kermit began working for the San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo Association in 1971 as a volunteer in the Cattle Department. He considers it a true blessing to be association with the Association over an extended period of time. He grew up in Miles, Texas and graduated from Miles High School and then continued his formal education at Texas A&M University graduating with a B.S. degree in Agriculture. Kermit enjoys working with a wide variety of people and events during the year as he oversees day to day operations for the SASS&RA as well as overseeing rental events held on the Fairgrounds. Due to the fact that Kermit showed cattle as a 4-H and FFA member and also raised cattle in a family cattle operation, he maintains a keen interest in the cattle shows held during the San Angelo Stock Show. Kermit enjoys leading a Bible study group in his Church and considers spending time in the county and enjoying nature as his hobby.

Josh Hilton- Rodeo Production & Sponsorship Director

Josh joined the team in June 2020, and brings a vast knowledge of the rodeo industry. Also known as "Hambone," Josh has a sound production business in the rodeo industry as well. Josh and his wife Whitney, have a son named Gus. They enjoy traveling and spending time together.

Brittni Kaczyk - Senior Manager

This Fightin' Texas Aggie hails from just up the road in Coleman, Texas. Brittni and her husband Josh, and daughter Breanna enjoy spending time together in the great outdoors! She oversees the livestock department, ticket sales, and vendors!

Mason McGuire- Assistant Operations Director

Mason is a Lake View High graduate and has been involved with the Association since his high school days! He originally took an internship on the fairgrounds for his Eagle Scout program and has since served many positions for the association. After graduation from Angelo State University, Mason became Assistant Operations Director. He is responsible for overseeing the set-up for all of the associations events and rental events throughout the year on the grounds, and coordinating the grounds crew. He also helps set up rental agreements and coordination with guests!

Lyndsi Marquart- Livestock Coordinator

Lyndsi first served as an intern in the Livestock Department, and was such a great asset was hired full time to serve as a Livestock Coordinator. Lyndsi's primary role is in the livestock office, but assists in several different roles around the office. She is a 2019 graduate of Tarleton State University, where she completed a Bachelor's of Science in Animal Science. Her hobbies including working horses, and spoiling her FIVE dogs. She also enjoys spending time with her family, and originally hails from Marion, Texas. Lyndsi is currently wedding planning, and engaged to Zach Broz.

Brenda Orozco- Secretary

Brenda is a San Angelo native and serves as our secretary. This friendly voice routinely answers when you call. She assists with venue rentals, oversees volunteers data archives, manages parade entries and creative art entries. She also assists with accounts receivable & payroll, and helps with many other office administrative needs. She enjoys going to the beach, baking new recipes, volunteering, and spending time with her family. We are proud to have Brenda as a part of our team!