Supporting Tomorrow's Champions

At Band of Barrows, our mission is to enrich the lives of young people by providing financial support to junior barrow exhibitors. We are committed to fostering an environment where young individuals can thrive, learn, and achieve their dreams. By funding their participation in barrow sales, we aim to empower the next generation of agricultural leaders, ensuring they have the tools and opportunities needed to succeed. Our dedication to this cause is unwavering, as we believe in the potential of every young exhibitor to make a significant impact in their communities and beyond.

Director, President & Treasurer

Whitney is in-house Legal Counsel for a bank’s Texas division with over 60 locations in 40 communities.  She has been a licensed attorney in the State of Texas since 2000 and specializes in commercial real estate.  Whitney was a member of 4-H as a child and in middle school and high school exhibited Quarter Horses at various venues all across the United States, one of which was the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo.  Whitney has attended the Sale of Champions several years in order to bid on the animals utilizing corporate funds.  At the 2019 Sale of Champions she noticed a need for additional organizations to support the junior barrow exhibitors.  Whitney resides in River Oaks with her 2 rescue dogs.

Director, Vice President & Secretary

Janie is currently a stay-at-home mom. Prior to, Janie worked in the Oil and Gas Industry for 16 years. Originally from a small west Texas town, she grew up involved with 4-H & FFA, raising and showing pigs, and exhibiting at the Fort Worth Stock Show for 9 years. She owes much of her work ethic and strengths to the agriculture industry and those that poured their time and energy into helping her. This leads her desire to assist others and give back to an industry that provided many opportunities to her. Janie lives in the western part of the metroplex with her husband Jay, 2 daughters and their dog, they hope to have a show pig program in coming years.

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Vice President of Events

Elizabeth works in Marketing for a Dallas luxury retailer. Originally from Birmingham, Alabama, she has lived in Texas since 2011. Elizabeth and her husband, Joe, recently married in April 2022, and she now calls Fort Worth home. Although Elizabeth does not have experience raising or showing pigs, she has seen firsthand how showing can help build character and leave a positive impact on the youth of Texas. Elizabeth is passionate about supporting and enriching children’s lives through her involvement with Band of Barrows. Elizabeth also serves on the FWSSR Ambassador Committee and is actively involved in the Junior League of Fort Worth. She is a proud aunt of two, enjoys traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

Director and Vice President of Sponsorships

Amber works as a Program Manager of Community Relations and Physician Outreach for a local hospital network. She also owns her own business, The Wandering Turquoise. She graduated from Texas A&M University College of Agriculture with her Undergraduate and Masters degrees. Her love for agriculture and working with the community led her to Band of Barrows which has given her the opportunity to give back to the youth that have dedicated themselves to raising and showing their livestock. Amber also serves on the FWSSR Ambassador Committee. She resides in Fort Worth with her 2 rescue dogs and loves to travel.