Your Rodeo Team
We are proud to support educational programs in Texas while preserving our state’s western heritage. Our team works year round to support our mission. Learn more about our staff, our roles and our Rodeo favorites!
ROB GOLDING
Title:
Chief Executive Officer
Rodeo Favorite:
McKinney’s Corn Dog and the Bloody Mary Contest at BBQ Austin
GLEN ALAN PHILLIPS
Title:
Chief Operating Officer
Rodeo Favorite:
Funnel Cake
ALYSSA ADAMS
Title:
Graphics Coordinator
Roles & Responsibilities:
Graphic design, Kick Open the Chutes
Rodeo Favorite:
Barrel racing truck souvenir toss
AIDA BARRERA
Title:
Staff Accountant
Roles & Responsibilities:
Accounts payable and accounts receivable
Rodeo Favorite:
ProRodeo performance
JULIE BECK
Title:
Ticket & Technology Manager
Roles & Responsibilities:
Arena & fairgrounds ticket sales & operations, Rodeo Austin Gala, Technology
Rodeo Favorite:
Carnival Ride Genesis
KATY BLANKINSHIP
Title:
Senior Manager
Roles & Responsibilities:
Sponsorship, Marketing, Rodeo, Entertainment
Rodeo Favorite:
Pig Races
ALYSSA DOTSON
Title:
Event Operations & Logistics Manager
Roles & Responsibilities:
Event operations and logistics, BBQ Austin, Shoot Out
Rodeo Favorite:
Corn Dogs
HOLLYE FAIN
Title:
Exhibits Coordinator
Roles & Responsibilities:
Food and shopping vendors, Fairgrounds acts and attractions, 100X Dance Hall, Rodeo Austin Gala Auctions
Rodeo Favorite:
Turkey Races
JENNIE GLENN
Title:
Scholarship & Endowment Program Manager
Roles & Responsibilities:
Scholarship & Endowment, Website
Rodeo Favorite:
Carnival Carousel
AVERY HEIMER
Title:
Ticket Coordinator
Roles & Responsibilities:
Arena & fairgrounds ticket sales & operations, Rodeo Austin Gala
Rodeo Favorite:
PRESLEY HOLLOWAY
Title:
Sponsorship Coordinator
Roles & Responsibilities:
Sponsors, Rodeo, Main Stage Entertainment, Mutton Bustin
Rodeo Favorite:
Justin’s Clown Act
LINDSAY LEYDEN
Title:
Marketing Coordinator
Roles & Responsibilities:
Marketing, Advertising & PR, Rodeo Austin Merch, Cowboy Breakfast
Rodeo Favorite:
Deep Fried Oreos
SARA MCAULEY
Title:
Controller
Roles & Responsibilities:
Organization financials, insurance,
Rodeo Favorite:
Mutton Bustin’
BRENDA PITTS
Title:
Senior Manager, Human Resources & Administration
Roles & Responsibilities:
Human Resources & Payroll, Volunteer & Membership Programs, Executive Leadership Liaison
Rodeo Favorite:
Ultimate Scramble Championship
LAUREN TODD
Title:
Youth Events and Auctions Coordinator
Roles & Responsibilities:
Youth Auction, School Tours, Junior Leaders, Calf Scramble Contributors, Youth Art Show
Rodeo Favorite:
Lamb & Goat Show