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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 Manager

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 was the Music Director at the San Angelo rodeo for over a decade before becoming part of our full time staff. He is a two time PRCA Music Director of the Year. Josh and his wife Whitney, have a son named Gus. They enjoy traveling and spending time together.

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!

Brenda Orozco- Office Administrative Assistant