Second row: Ryan Thorson, Dr. Jon DeClerck, Scott Trennepohl, Mark Smith, Troy Marple, Matt Aggen, Greg Walthall, Greg Burden, and Quin LaFollette. Not pictured is Joe Hensgens and Loren Trauernicht.
Executive Committee
Board of Trustees
ryanthorson7@gmail.com
207 3rd ST
Glendive, MT 59330
406.694.3722
sttrennepohl@yahoo.com
6591 W 625 N
Middletown, IN 47356
765.620.1700
greg.gbcattle@gmail.com
890 VZ CR 2205
Canton, TX 75103
405.780.0372
iviejc@usit.net
P.O. Box 264
Summertown, TN 38483
931.215.0316
gregwalthall@gmail.com
1051 NE 500 Rd
Windsor, MO 65360
660.525.9921
jdeclerck@simmgene.com
309.582.4555
- Our Vision
- Core Policies
- Rules & Bylaws Annual Report, Meeting Minutes
- Meeting Minutes
- Trustee Application Form
Our Vision
Core Policies
ScienceCommitment to science and development of the most effective selection tools. Advance ASA in the industry.
MembershipDevelopment, registration, and promotion of SimGenetics.YouthSupport Junior programs. Guide the junior members and their programs to learn life skills, science and use the technology, and financial responsibilities. Involve the Foundation.CollaborationCommitment to partnerships with industry leaders and universities to advance research and science. Advancing selection tools, DNA-enhanced EPD, and monitoring genetic defects.PromotionPromotion and marketing to enhance our members' market share. Ensure that SimGenetics continues to appeal to the commercial industry. |
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Data GrowthOffer the most advanced genetic evaluation services with the largest genetic evaluation services with the largest database regardless of breed.
Financial StabilityASA will maintain sufficient financial reserves to assure leadership in the beef industry, funds for continued research and development, and a thriving breed association.
ServicesOffer programs relating to all beef production segments. Be leaders. Step outside traditional practices and offer opportunities for our members to grow in the industry.
EducationFor advancement and profit of our members and their customers. |
Meeting Minutes
2025
Jan. 16-17 | April 14 | April 25-27 | June 5 | June 24 | August 14
2024
Jan. 2 | Jan. 3 | Feb. 13 | Feb. 29 | April 1 | April 29 | July 2 | August 25-27 | November 12
2023
Jan. 23-24
Annual Committee Reports
Feb. 21 | Mar. 28 | April 24-27 | July 18 | August 27-29 | November 28
2022
Jan. 4 - 6 | Feb. 21 | April 12-14 | June 21 | August 28
2021
Jan 28-29 | March 15 | April 22-24 | June 21 | August 26- September 2, 2021
2020
Jan 16-18 | February 26 | April 26 | May 15 | June 20 | July 6
Board of Trustees
Eastern Region
P.O. Box 264
Summertown, TN 38483
931.215.0316
iviejc@usit.net
304 Moeller Rd
Picayune, MS 39466
601-310-6695
smith5785@bellsouth.net
648 Polly Bell RD
Starkville, MS 39759
225.717.3324
mbkcattle@gmail.com
6591 W 625 N
Middletown, IN 47356
765.620.1700
sttrennepohl@yahoo.com
North Central Region
1999 18th ST NW
Turtle Lake, ND 58575
701.799.7752
Tim.Clark@hubbardfeeds.com
901 E. Pine Road
Wymore, NE 68466
402.230.0812
mtrauernicht@diodecom.net
6235 23rd Ave SE
Kintyre, ND 58549
701-391-6904
cnn2005@hotmail.com
Highmore, South Dakota
605-769 0142
keffling@gmail.com
South Central Region
P.O. Box 92
Linn, TX 78563
956.607.5515
vgg03@aol.com
136 Deer Park LN
Rayne, LA 70578
985‐992‐9119
joehensgens@yahoo.com
890 VZ CR 2205
Canton, TX 75103
405.780.0372
greg.gbcattle@gmail.com
1051 NE 500 Rd
Windsor, MO 65360
660.525.9921
gregwalthall@gmail.com
Western Region
P.O. Box 174
Walsh, CO 8109
719.529.0564
bridlebitsimm@gmail.com
207 3rd Street
Glendive, MT 59330
406.694.3722
ryanthorson7@gmail.com
427 Peaceful Way
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
208.660.2726
rymocattle@gmail.com
1476 HWY 14A
Powell, WY 82435
307.899.3553
Quin@Blacksummitcattle.com
ASA BoardCommittees
Activities & Events
Staff Liaison Mia Bayer, Director, Youth and Foundation Manager
Committee Chairman: Brandi Karisch
Chris Ivie
Mark Smith
Chris Effling
Victor Guerra
Joseph Hensgens
Greg Burden
Greg Walthall
Ryan Thorson
Breed Improvement
Staff Liaison: Jackie Atkins, Director, Science and Educational Operations
Committee Chairman: Quin LaFollette
Scott Trennepohl
Tim Clark
Loren Trauernicht
Chris Nicholson
Chad Cook
Maureen Mai
Ryan Thorson
Growth & Development
Staff Liaison: Kathy Shafer
Committee Chair: Maureen Mai
Chris Ivie
Brandi Karisch
Mark Smith
Tim Clark
Victor Guerra
Joseph Hensgens
Greg Burden
Chad Cook
Ryan Thorson
Policies & Procedures
Staff Liaisons: Sheldon Ross, ASA Lead Developer and Systems Administrator, Luke Bowman, Director, SimGenetics Development
Committee Chairman: Mark Smith
Scott Trennepohl
Loren Trauernicht
Chris Effling
Chris Nicholson
Greg Walthall
Ryan Thorson
Simbrah Committee:
Staff Liaison: Elizabeth Dressler
Committee Chairman: Joseph Hensgens
Chris Ivie
Brandi Karisch
Mark Smith
Victor Guerra
Greg Burden
Greg Walthall
Ryan Thorson
ASA Publication, Inc. Board
Staff Liaison; Callie Cooley
Board Chairman: Scott Trennepohl
Greg Walthall
Greg Burden
Chris Ivie
Ryan Thorson
EVP; Jon DeClerck, PhD
Foundation Board
Mia Bayer and Jon DeClerck, PhD
Note: All terms expire on 12-31.
Chris Ivie, Chairman
Chris Beins
Cathy Eichacker
Lori Eberspacher
Scott Cowger
Kelly Schmidt
Adrianne Trennepohl
Carrie Horman
David Clanton
Jill Harke
Nominating Committee
Staff Liaisons: Luke Bowman, Director, SimGenetics Development , Sheldon Ross, ASA Lead Developer and Systems Administrator
Committee Chairman: Scott Trennepohl
Chris Ivie
Tim Clark
Victor Guerra
Chad Cook
Assets/Finance
Staff Luke Bowman, Jon DeClerck, PhD
Committee Chairman: Greg Burden
Scott Trennepohl
Loren Trauernicht
Quin LaFollette
Ryan Thorson