Board of Directors & Staff

The Team – Meet our people!

Any team is only as good as the people who make up its roster, and our charitable organization is no exception! The standards are high at USSA, and we pick people who, above all, have a genuine commitment to the special people and the natural resources served by our charity. Additionally, a true commitment to and understanding our national outdoor heritage is a must for all board members, committee members, and the management team. Each individual contributes their unique blend of abilities and areas of expertise for the common good. The result is a truly rewarding and effective outdoor sport wish-granting charity!

Board of Directors

USSA is fortunate to have a highly qualified ‘Board of Directors’ to help oversee the management and direction of USSA. Throughout their years of experience in a wide range of fields, they help establish sound operating policies and lend great insight and input on major charity issues. Our board is committed to the principles of respect, compassion, and equality outlined in our USSA constitution. The board’s code of ethics serves as a code of conduct for association volunteers and staff in their capacity as board members. Members of the board affirm their endorsement of the code and acknowledge their commitment to upholding its principles and obligations by accepting and retaining membership on the board without receiving any source of income from USSA.

Brigid O’Donoghue

Chairman of the Board, CEO and Founder

Pete Normington

President & Board Member

Dean O’Brien

Vice-President & Board Member

Bill Cothron

Board Member

Jeff Davis

Board Member

Kevin Rivault

Board Member

Principal Officers

Brigid O’Donoghue

Chairman of the Board, CEO and Founder

Pete Normington

President & Board Member

Dean O’Brien

Vice-President & Board Member

Annette Johnson

Treasurer & Assistant to CEO

Darrell Kauth

Veteran Event Coordinator

Bill Cothron

Board Member

Cabinet Members

The USSA ‘Cabinet’ is a group of professionals from various backgrounds; that may provide quality policy or decision advice to the CEO when asked. Even Though not under the day-to-day operations, the ‘Cabinet’ has unique access to the CEO when deemed necessary.

Joel Espe

Cabinet Member

Eric Badofsky

Cabinet Member

Pam Geistweidt

Cabinet Member

USSA State Representatives

Our state representatives are professionals from various backgrounds who oversee events within their state. They affirm their endorsement of the code and acknowledge their commitment to upholding its principles and obligations by accepting and retaining their position without receiving any source of income from USSA. Contact us by email if this is an opportunity you would like to pursue to further the USSA’s mission.

Joe Davis

Alabama Representative

Terry Day

Illinois Representative

Mark Dickson

Kentucky Representative

Chris Ash

Minnesota Representative

John Plowman

Southern New Mexico Representative

Nick Crecco

New York Representative

Dean Patterson

Oklahoma Representative

Justin Whiteside

South Carolina Representative

Eddie Roberts

Tennessee Representative

Bob Samson

Texas Representative

Advisory Council

In order to maximize creativity and unleash the charity’s potential, an ‘Advisory Council’ helps enlighten board members on topics and issues in their particular area and field of expertise. Although they don’t vote, their role is very important in keeping ideas fresh and operations running smoothly.

Susie Shay

Administrative Assistant

Kim Moslander

Assistant to CEO

Wendy Kleinschmidt

Public Relations and Marketing

D. Price

Taxidermy Coordinator

Brent Kadubek

Bear Hunting Coordinator

Hunter Ridenour

Youth Fishing Advisor

Dalton Brownfield

Youth Mentor

Robie Pruitt

Hunting Mentor

Youth Leaders

In the day-to-day operations of USSA, there are a significant number of young people who take hold and lend a helping hand in the operation of USSA. Today’s youth are often criticized for being a selfish generation. We feel that is not a fair and accurate assessment and that these young people deserve recognition for their unselfish contributions to the welfare of those less fortunate. As a young person, community service and involvement are integral parts of anyone’s resume. Get involved now!

Greyson Cothron

Noah Isley

Humanitarian Committee

Last but certainly not least, this group of individuals is one of our favorites! They were our first teachers, took care of us when we were sick, and provided comfort and nourishment when we were down. Yes, we are talking about mothers. These caring individuals don’t judge us by our appearances but see our hearts and souls. They work tirelessly behind the scenes, volunteering for a wide variety of duties.

We want to acknowledge these special mothers and their essential roles in supporting USSA, its children, and its community service mission. Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts!

Jennifer O’Neal