Board & Staff
Big Bend Conservancy is governed by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors that reside across Texas. The Board decides the organization's priorities for funding, projects and partnerships in collaboration with park staff.
This diverse group has collectively served on multiple boards across the state, have visited the park for decades and bring a determined focus to creating a legacy of fundraising for Big Bend.
Officers
President: Amanda Billings, Fort Worth
President Elect: Leo Tynan, Fredericksburg
Vice President – Membership: Billy Hassell, Fort Worth
Vice President – Communications and Development: Erika Holland, Tyler
Vice President – Board Development and Nominations: Mark Phariss, Plano
Vice-President – Special/Capital Projects: Chris Holmes, Waco
Treasurer: Carol Latimer, Houston
Secretary: Pat Long-Weaver, Midland
Board Members
Tommy Britt, Houston
Geoffrey Brune, Houston
Carl Deal, San Marcos
Kristian Fischer, Arp
Jose Gaona, Midland
Peter Hennings, Austin
Erika Holland, Tyler
Amy Pitcock, Midland
Truett Roberts, Dallas
Eulon “Ross” Taylor, Austin
Lance Winter, Wimberley
Michael Wyatt, El Paso
NPS Representatives
Anjna O'Connor, Superintendent
Rick Gupman, Deputy Superintendent
Big Bend Conservancy Staff
Loren Riemer, Executive Director & CEO
Mailing Address
PO Box 200
Big Bend National Park, TX 79834
Please email or call staff if you have questions about your membership or would like to make a donation.
Loren Riemer
Executive Director & CEO
512-529-1149
director@bigbendconservancy.org
