*1983 graduate of Texas A&M University with degree in Agricultural Economics *35 years ranching experience in Texas and Oklahoma. *Former president of Mohair Council of America. *Former director of Texas Sheep & Goat Commodity Board. *Former president of Lampasas FSA committee. *Former board member of Lampasas Co. Farm Bureau. *Former board member of Lampasas Co. Youth Livestock Assn. *Founder of the Adamsville Wildlife Management Area.