Charlotte Cote
We brought our first Texas Longhorns home in 2016 from Rhode Island of all places. It's one of my favorite memories. Being in Massachusetts we are surrounded by dairy farms and we didn't know that Longhorns could thrive here on our farm. We discovered the longhorn world one small step at a time. With some uncertainties we went to our first Longhorn sale. A mere 8 hours away in Culpepper Virginia. We were welcomed with open arms and felt that we found our people! We made friends across the country and we expanded our Texas Longhorn herd. We travel the country to different shows and enjoy the people just as much as the cattle . I serve on the marketing committee for the TLBAA and the beef committee as well. I am thrilled to be a part of the Texas Longhorn Heritage Foundation Board, I believe that the youth are the future of any industry.It is important to provide guidance and direction to help them lead the industry tomorrow! Our ability to help those in need within the Longhorn community is something to be proud of. Not only in what we can give but also in the impact it has on those who witness the benefits of what was given.
Justin Rombeck
At the age of 15, I became passionate about the Texas Longhorn Breed. Since then it has become an obsession. Now 25 years later my wife and I run a herd of Registered cattle operation as well as a commercial cattle program. My parents and I started JBR Longhorns, LLC in 1997. In 2007 I started Longhorn Opportunities, LLC, my consultation business that assists longhorn breeders. In 2020 Herdsman Legends Auctions, LLC, and the Legends Longhorn Sale and Futurity were created. I am honored to serve on this board helping those in need and assisting the youth of our industry to help further their education.
Toni Stegemoller
10 years ago, my husband Larry and I bought some land near Glen Rose, Texas. We knew we needed some type of livestock in order to maintain the ag exemption on the property. After extensive research, we decided on Texas Longhorns. We did not personally know a single person that owned longhorns. So the decision was based on what we read about them being low maintenance compared to other breeds and our agreement that we loved the look. Since that time, we’ve learned so much and completely turned the herd over several times as our experience and knowledge regarding quality and marketability increased. We own a small herd now that we are comfortable maintaining by ourselves, near Cleburne, Texas. We strive to stay involved and have participated regularly in sales and futurities with consignments, sponsorships and futurity entries, as well as providing animals to youth showmen. One of our most important discoveries regarding Texas Longhorns, is the immense heart of the people involved in the industry. The TLHF is a great example of the kind of people that represent the Texas Longhorn family. This is my first official position on a longhorn affiliated board and I feel honored to have the opportunity.
Ray Bear Davidson
From 1970 to the early 2000s, I crisscrossed the country as the right-hand man to legendary Longhorn Auctioneer Eddie Wood, actively participating in every major sale in the Longhorn world.
Growing up, I was the kid running around Longhorn sales. At 18, I started working full-time for a Longhorn operation in Pennsylvania before relocating to Virginia in 2009. Since then, I've had the privilege of managing some of the most spectacular cattle in the breed, overseeing and contributing to some of the most remarkable sales in the industry's history, and collaborating with outstanding individuals.
In 2015, I founded Eastwind StockCo Consulting, a venture that has brought me immense joy by working with some of the most creative and exceptional people. Simultaneously, I began my tenure on the Texas Longhorn Heritage Foundation (TLHF) in 2015.
In 2022, fueled by my passion for connecting people with their interests, I embarked on a real estate career. Additionally, I proudly serve on the National Board of Directors for the National Wild Turkey Federation, a $70 million non-profit NGO, contributing to finance, marketing, and by-laws committees.
My commitment to giving back stems from the countless individuals who supported me throughout my journey. The TLHF serves as a beacon of reassurance, reminding us that in challenging times, we are not alone.