2023 Board Members

Congratulations to our new board members! 

And a BIG thank you to outgoing board member Patty Fox and all her work as the conference chairman! We appreciate all of your efforts, Patty! 

2023 WAA Board of Directors 
President – Riley Kahl
Vice President  – Adam Kielsmeier
Treasurer  – Beaner Stockwell
Past President – Curt Kramer
Board Member – Tim Ault
Board Member – Robert Petts
Board Member – Ryan Adams
New Board Member – Matt Gavin
New Board Member – Jacob Hills 

We look forward to an exciting year filled with networking and educational opportunities!

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