ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION
The North Texas State Fair Association is a volunteer supported, 501 (c) (3) non-profit community organization that preserves and promotes western heritage and values. The North Texas Fair and Rodeo contributes to the quality of life in the City of Denton, Denton County, and throughout the North Texas area. This is done through a first class nine day Fair and Rodeo, year round facilities, and various community and youth oriented programs and events. The North Texas State Fair Association strives to preserve and promote an understanding of the agricultural industry. The North Texas State Fair Association is true and committed to its mission of supporting Youth, Agriculture, and Community. All revenue generated is reinvested into various programs, scholarships, and facilities.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CARL ANDERSON
President
General Sales Manager
Bill Utter Ford
JIM FYKES
Vice President
Retired Plant Manager/Executive
Peterbilt
MARK FOSTER
Vice President
Retired Owner
Foster’s Western Wear & Saddle Shop
LAYNE BREWER
Vice President
Retired Senior VP
First State Bank
MICKIE BLAGG
Secretary
Retired Buyer
RR Donnelley
RANDY ROBINSON
Treasurer
Denton Market President
Point Bank
JODY GONZALEZ
Vice President
County Administrator
Denton County
DANNY BRUMLEY
Director
Retired Director of Facilities
Denton County
MIKE BULLOCK
Director
Retired Lead Applications Engineer
Peterbilt
Scott Richter
Director
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RICHARD FISHER
Director
Chairman of the Board
Fisher 59
RICHARD HAYES
Director
Attorney, District 57 Rep.
TX House of Representatives
JUDY JONES
Director
Retired
J & J Construction
HANK DICKENSON
Director
Director of Membership
Denton Chamber of Commerce
LARRY KISH
Director
Assistant Chief
Denton County Sheriff’s Office
JOHNNY HAMMOND
Director
Northwest Propane Gas Co.
MALINDA KIRKLAND
Director
Senior VP and Lobby Manager
Guaranty Bank & Trust
JIM PADDACK
Director
Controller
Spectra Services, LLC.
BERNIE RICHARDSON
Director
Retired Educator
Sanger ISD
TOM SHAW
Director
Retired
City of Denton
EDDIE SCHOENTHAL
Director
Employee Development & Training
Bonded Lightning Protection
RICK WICK
Director
Retired General Manager
Denton Mazda
STERLING YATES
Director
Licensed Electrician
HONORARY BOARD OF DIRECTORS/EX OFFICIO
AndY Eads
County Judge
Denton County
Gerard Hudspeth
Mayor
City of Denton
Sara Hensley
City Manager
City of Denton
Erin Carter
President
Denton Chamber of Commerce
STAFF
GLENN CARLTON
Executive Director
NANCI KIMMEY
Executive Assistant
HANNAH CRANDALL
Marketing & Media Manager
Allison Haubold
Executive Assistant
JESSE WILKINS
Grounds Manager
What People Are Saying About NTFR
Love the North Texas Fair & Rodeo! It’s always a great time! TOP NOTCH RODEO, Great FOOD, and AMAZING COUNTRY MUSIC! It never fails to disappoint!
Tracey
Came here for the rodeo and it was so much fun! Also enjoyed every country band that played. The vendors were great as well. We always enjoy all the kind people – and love showing off our fabulous state to our family when they come visit us. We will definitely be coming back! One of our most fun days here in Texas!
Sherre & Jake
The weather was perfect, the Fairgrounds were busy with rides and games and the food was filling. The size of the Funnel cake alone was a meal in itself. Then of course, my favorite part was the Rodeo. Great entertainment. I also want to comment on the Hospitality, everyone working there was extremely friendly.
Michael