Cattle ranch

Board of Directors

The All Breeds Cattlemen's Association is guided by cattlemen and industry professionals committed to functional cattle, breeder accountability, accurate records, and the long-term preservation of productive genetics.

Board Leadership

Association officers serving the ABCA membership.

Thomas Bennett
President
Bennett Cattle Company
Fort Worth, Texas
Commercial cattle production and breed development
Thomas Bennett is a multigenerational cattleman with experience in commercial cow-calf production, seedstock development, and functional cattle selection. His work has focused on fertility, adaptability, maternal performance, and cattle that remain productive under practical ranch conditions.
Sarah Collins
Vice President
Collins Livestock
Stillwater, Oklahoma
Sarah Collins works with seedstock and commercial producers to improve the accuracy and usefulness of cattle records. Her experience includes performance evaluation, breeder education, and the development of practical selection tools.
Michael Turner
Secretary
Turner Ranch
College Station, Texas
Michael Turner brings experience in livestock organizations, member communication, and cattle producer education. His work emphasizes clear association standards, responsible recordkeeping, and accessible information for breeders.
Rebecca Morgan
Treasurer
Morgan Agricultural Services
Waco, Texas
Rebecca Morgan has experience in agricultural business management, livestock operations, and organizational financial oversight. She helps ensure that association resources are managed responsibly and transparently.

Meet the Directors

Directors serving on the ABCA Board.

Daniel Hayes
Board Director
Hayes Family Ranch
Abilene, Texas
Commercial cow-calf production
Daniel Hayes operates a commercial cow-calf program centered on fertility, longevity, forage efficiency, and reduced dependence on purchased inputs.
Emily Carter
Board Director
Carter Cattle and Forage
Springfield, Missouri
Grazing and forage management
Emily Carter works with cattle and grazing systems designed to match livestock needs with available forage, environmental conditions, and long-term land health.
James Walker
Board Director
Walker Genetics
Lexington, Kentucky
Genetic preservation and breed history
James Walker has worked with breeders to identify, document, and preserve cattle genetics with historic and practical value to modern producers.
Maria Rodriguez
Board Director
Rodriguez Livestock Development
San Antonio, Texas
International livestock development
Maria Rodriguez brings experience working with producers across different climates and production systems. Her focus is on matching cattle genetics with local forage, management, and environmental conditions.
William Grant
Board Director
Grant Reproductive Services
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Reproduction and herd fertility
William Grant works in cattle reproduction and herd fertility, with an emphasis on practical reproductive performance and long-term maternal productivity.
Laura Mitchell
Board Director
Mitchell Agricultural Research
Lincoln, Nebraska
Research and producer data
Laura Mitchell works at the intersection of agricultural research and producer-led field observation. She is focused on improving how practical cattle performance is recorded, evaluated, and communicated.

The Role of the Board

The ABCA Board of Directors is responsible for protecting the integrity of the association, establishing registry and membership policies, overseeing breed and performance programs, and helping ensure that ABCA remains accountable to the cattlemen it serves.

Board decisions are guided by the association's commitment to function, fertility, adaptability, profitability, education, research, genetic preservation, and transparent livestock records.

Staff & Administration

The ABCA staff and administrative team handles the day-to-day work of the association, supports members and breeders, maintains association records and programs, and carries out the direction established by the Board of Directors.

Looking for assistance with memberships, registrations, records, or general association questions? Contact the ABCA staff and administrative team below.

Jane Smith
Association Manager

Jane manages ABCA's daily operations, member communication, board coordination, association programs, and general administrative needs.

Contact Jane for:
  • General association questions
  • Membership assistance
  • Board and meeting coordination
  • Programs and partnerships
  • Administrative support

Jane Smith oversees the day-to-day operations of the All Breeds Cattlemen's Association. She works with the Board of Directors, members, breeders, and industry partners to help carry out the association's programs and maintain clear communication throughout the organization.

John Smith
Registrar & Member Services

John assists members and breeders with registrations, transfers, certificates, membership records, and other registry-related questions.

Contact John for:
  • Animal registrations
  • Ownership transfers
  • Membership records
  • Registration certificates
  • DNA and parentage paperwork
  • Record corrections

John Smith supports ABCA members and breeders through the association's registry and recordkeeping services. His responsibilities include processing registrations and transfers, maintaining member and animal records, and helping breeders resolve documentation questions.

Governance and Association Documents

Association policies, rules, and contact information.

ABCA Bylaws Coming Soon
Registry Rules and Regulations Coming Soon
Code of Ethics Coming Soon
Membership Requirements
Contact the Board Coming Soon