{"id":6906,"date":"2026-01-21T15:21:18","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T20:21:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rmhorse.com\/?page_id=6906"},"modified":"2026-05-06T13:40:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T17:40:24","slug":"committees","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rmhorse.com\/?page_id=6906","title":{"rendered":"Committees"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1561947413380{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left;\">Committees of the RMHA<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1562191687514{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Standing Committees<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Finance Committee<\/li>\n<li>Genetics Committee<\/li>\n<li>History Committee<\/li>\n<li>International Show Committee<\/li>\n<li>Marketing &amp; Public Relations Committee<\/li>\n<li>Membership Committee<\/li>\n<li>Publications Committee<\/li>\n<li>Registration Advisory Committee<\/li>\n<li>Rules Committee<\/li>\n<li>Show Advisory Committee<\/li>\n<li>Show Judging Committee<\/li>\n<li>Trail Committee<\/li>\n<li>Versatility Committee<\/li>\n<li>Youth Committee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Ad Hoc Committees<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Nominating Committee<\/li>\n<li>Filial Stud Book Committee<\/li>\n<li>Strategic Planning Committee<\/li>\n<li>Breed Standards Committee<\/li>\n<li>Award Banquet Committee<\/li>\n<li>Database Committee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Charles Kilburn Society<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;652&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text]For committee member use only:<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rmhorse.com\/rmha-request-for-payment-reimbursement\/\">RMHA Reimbursement\/Payment form<\/a><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1561947413380{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left;\">Standing Committees<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1562705432442{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;background-color: #f4edd9 !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Finance Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties:<\/strong> The purpose of the Finance Committee is to monitor current financial health and plan the fiscal future of the RMHA in conjunction with members of the Board. The committee\u2019s functions are as follows:<\/p>\n<p>Along with the Treasurer and Board to monitor current financial statements.<\/p>\n<p>Assist the Treasurer and Board in setting goals for budgeting.<\/p>\n<p>Interpret the financial status of the RMHA to the Board.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:lmkearne@gmail.com\">Laura Tuttle<\/a>\u2014Chair<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:cpdwildwood@gmail.com\">Claudia Depew<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: jflannery99@yahoo.com\">Jennifer Flannery Hall<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:steveheuslein@lacrossetruck.com\">Steve Heuslein<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: joe@rockymountainhorseman.com\">Joe Turner<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: vancesgaitedacres@gmail.com\">Derek Vance<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Genetics Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties:<\/strong> The purpose of the Genetics Committee is to monitor the genetic status of the Rocky Mountain Horse. The Genetics Committee will also provide the membership of the RMHA with accurate, timely and detailed statistics and information for the express purpose of sustaining sound breeding practices. Through this activity committed efforts will be maintained to preserve the genetic uniqueness of the breed. The Genetics Committee shall solicit services of professionals in fields of research, medicine and genetics to assist in efforts and\/or recommendations to the membership.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: xalifenotyoursx@gmail.com\">Chrissy Knight<\/a>&#8211;Chair<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:tadrielobrien@gmail.com\">Taryn O&#8217;Brien<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: somdrockies@gmail.com\">Dee Fleetwood<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: pgladson77@gmail.com\">Patricia Gladson<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"malito: myrandagelliott@gmail.com\">Myranda Elliott<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: sunnyone61@gmail.com\">Doris Penn<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: syouens99@gmail.com\">Sheryl Youens<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">History Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>DUTIES:<\/strong> To collect and preserve items (photographs, documents, publications, memorabilia, and artifacts), relating to the history of the Rocky Mountain Horse breed and the RMHA, and compile these items in an archive accessible to the membership and provide for the use of these materials at the discretion of the RMHA Board.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:judy@emdeemountainhorses.com\">Judy Brummer-Chair<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: medicinemarketrx@yahoo.com\">Jennifer Hall<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:klh911@gmail.com\">Kathy House<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:springvalleyrun@yahoo.com\">Tess Smith<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:springvalleyrun@gmail.com\">Kenny Smith<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>International Show Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties: <\/strong>The International Show Committee (ISC) shall be responsible for coordinating all activities relating to the Rocky Mountain Horse Association Annual International Show (International Show). Such activities shall include:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>The recommendation of a professional show manager for approval by the Board.<\/li>\n<li>Coordination of all volunteers.<\/li>\n<li>Preparation of Marketing, advertising and general promotional materials and programs.<\/li>\n<li>Management of stall assignments.<\/li>\n<li>Coordination of all matters associated with the Kentucky Horse Park.<\/li>\n<li>Management of vendor contracts.<\/li>\n<li>Recommending the class schedule for approval by the Board. (See Rules, Section 6, for more)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: morgan.stumbo@gmail.com\">Morgan Stumbo<\/a> -Chair<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: chastitya73@gmail.com\">Chastity Adkins<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: lukayoung25@gmail.com\">Luka Bowman<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: rmhasecretary@rmhorse.com\">Tiffany Leary<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: derciktipton@gmail.com\">Derick Tipton<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: admin@rmhorse.com\">Lori Nelson<\/a>-Advisor[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1562705348225{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Marketing and Public Relations Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties:<\/strong> The purpose of the Marketing &amp; Public Relations Committee is to determine and advise the Board regarding media utilization in order to maximize advertising dollars. This committee shall also develop advertising for transmission to selected media and keep current the RMHA\u2019s brochure.\u00a0 This committee shall develop materials for horse fairs and exhibitions and coordinate distribution of these materials.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"malito: sh.houdini@yahoo.com\">Sharon Bowsher -chair<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"wynternitz@outlook.com\">Wynter Nitz<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: penny1435@aol.com\">Penny Deweese<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: jdhotshot@rocketmail.com\">Jason Darter<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"malito: langstoneharvey@gmail.com\">Langstone Harvey<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"rmhasecretary@rmhorse.com\">Tiffany Leary<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: pamelashepherdd1956@yahoo.com\">Pamela Shepherd<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Membership Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties:<\/strong> This committee shall recommend ways to increase the membership base, develop different types of memberships not inconsistent with the Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation and the Bylaws, expanding membership benefits and define responsibilities of members to the RMHA and responsibilities of the RMHA to the members.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: jpslabs@gmail.com\">Janet Peters-Chair<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: pgladson77@gmail.com\">Patricia Gladson<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:klh911@gmail.com\">Kathy House<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: redemptionfarmky@gmail.com\">Kirrily Niswander<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: markeeta124@gmail.com\">Markeeta Moore<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Publications Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties:<\/strong> This Committee is established to carry out all responsibilities necessary to facilitate the publication of the RMHA magazine and newsletter. Committee members may solicit or create articles or news items for publication and may carry out all editorial responsibilities within the guidelines established by the RMHA Rules and Bylaws. The Publications Committee chair serves as the direct liaison with the publishing company.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: brector28@outlook.com\">Barbara Rector-Chair<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:chastitya73@gmail.com\">Chastity Adkins<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: sales@stonerridgefarm.com\">Lyngle Lawson<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1562706366435{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;background-color: #f4edd9 !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Registration Advisory Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties:<\/strong>This committee shall be chaired by the Secretary of the RMHA. If the position of Registrar is filled that individual shall be a member of this committee. This committee shall develop, devise and propose to the Board such rules, forms and procedures as will promote the smooth and efficient operation of the Registry. This committee shall be responsible for the records of the RMHA pertaining to registered horses. This committee shall investigate any complaint or disagreement concerning The Registry that cannot otherwise be resolved and recommend action to the Board.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: rmhasecretary@rmhorse.com\">Tiffany Leary<\/a>\u2013Secretary\/Chair<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:registrar@rmhorse.com\">Shawna Thomas<\/a>\u2013 Registrar<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:ljclarke@thegrid.net\">Linda Clarke<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:rockymtisc2015@gmail.com\">Cyndee Davis<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: franmountainhorses@gmail.com\">Fran Odom<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:john@unlimitedmarine.com\">John Stivers<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Rules Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties: <\/strong>This committee shall be responsible to codify all existing and future actions constituting Rules and Regulations of the RMHA into one published document. This committee shall make suggestions for changes or modifications in wording to existing Rules for purposes of clarity and proper coordination. This committee shall be available as a resource for the Board, other committees and the membership, as requested, to advise on matters pertaining to the Rules and Bylaws. All of the standing committee chairpersons shall be advising members of the Rules Committee for coordination purposes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:john@unlimitedmarine.com\">John Stivers-Chair<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: judy@emdeemountainhorses.com\">Judy Brummer<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: rockymtisc2015@gmail.com\">Cyndee Davis<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"maito: myrandagelliott@gmail.com\">Myranda Elliott<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: smark23996@aol.com\">Mark Smith<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: syouens99@gmail.com\">Sheryl Youens<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Show Advisory Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties: <\/strong>The Show Advisory Committee (SAC) shall include one of the Directors of Examiners. The SAC shall devise and propose to the Board such Rules and Regulations pertaining to shows and other sanctioned RMHA events as will generally promote their efficient and equitable functioning. The SAC shall establish, arrange and sanction shows, rides and other promotional events of the RMHA. Any member of this committee shall not be a member of the Show Judging Committee or the International Show Committee. The SAC shall coordinate it\u2019s activities with the Show Judging Committee and, to the extent applicable, the International Show Committee.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: medicinemarketrx@yahoo.com\">Jennifer Flannery-Hall-Chair<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: mrmbird@aol.com\">Robin Drennon<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: franmountainhorses@gmail.com\">Fran Odom<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:totis@hotmail.com\">Tracy Rose<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:claireekardt@gmail.com\">Claire Shoemaker<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:john@unlimitedmarine.com\">John Stivers<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: dwoods1970@gmail.com\">Darin Woods<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1562706492966{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Show Judging Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties: <\/strong>The Show Judging Committee (SJC) shall be responsible for making recommendations to the Board for the establishment and maintenance of an RMHA Show Judge licensing program. The SJC will be responsible to develop consistent training needs including, but not limited to, written and video education material, apprenticeship programs and RMHA Show Judge license requirements. The Show Judging Committee will be responsible to define licensing requirements. Any member of this committee shall not be a member of the Show Advisory Committee or the International Show Committee. The SJC shall coordinate it\u2019s activities with the Show Advisory Committee and, to the extent applicable, the International Show Committee.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:juliatucker@bellsouth.net\">Julie Tucker<\/a> \u2013Chair<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: kenzeerae723@gmail.com\">McKenzie Newton<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:tride999@aol.com\">Travis Robinson<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: rossphotography@rocketmail.com\">LaTasha Johnson<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:jessicasouthernpride@yahoo.com\">Jessica Shannon<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: kevin.kiper@gmail.com\">Kevin Kiper<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: sweckerly7@gmail.com\">Shelby Weckerly<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Trail Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties: <\/strong>This Committee is established to carry out the management and administration of the RMHA Trail Mileage Program. This committee makes recommendations to the RMHA Board for improvements in the program or the awards for mileage achievements.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:jdunn2005@comcast.net\">Jan Dunn<\/a>\u2013Chair<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:jabrn67@gmail.com\">Julie Brown<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:xalifenotyoursx@gmail.com\">Chrissy Knight<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: gbgsams@aol.com\">Dolly Pierson<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: timberedge@indianvalley.com\">Kelly Nehring<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: threeblueponies@gmail.com\">Miana Patterson<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Versatility Committee<\/h3>\n<p>Duties: This committee has been established to carry out the management and administration of the<br \/>\nRMHA Versatility Program. This committee makes recommendations to the RMHA Board for<br \/>\nimprovements in the program or the awards for mileage achievements.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:jabrn67@gmail.com\">Julie Brown-Chair<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:mjolley737@gmail.com\">Marianne Jolley<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: threeblueponies@gmail.com\">Miana Patterson<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: gbgsams@aol.com\">Dolly Pierson<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:shoe_72@hotmail.com\">Travis Shoemaker<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:springvalleyrun@gmail.com\">Tess Smith<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: medicinemarketrx@yahoo.com\">Jennifer Flannery-Hall<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Youth Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties: <\/strong>The purpose of this committee is to develop a multifunctional program dedicated to the RMHA junior members. As an international youth program the purpose is to:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol start=\"1\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Develop activities and promote the growth of our young people<\/li>\n<li>To help in the promotion of both the Rocky Mountain Horse and the RMHA<\/li>\n<li>To provide our young people with a means and place for them to grow into our future leaders.<\/li>\n<li>Provide educational and fun activities for our youth.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: kishawilliams1988@yahoo.com\">Kisha Williams-Chair<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:jallen@republicbank.com\">Jennifer Allen<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: andrea.ramey@lee.kyschools.us\">Paige Ramey<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: rossphotography@rocketmail.com\">LaTasha Johnson<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"rollingstonestables@yahoo.com\">Tara Stone<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1561947413380{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left;\">Ad Hoc Committees<\/h1>\n<p>Ad Hoc Committees are established at the discretion of the President and the RMHA Board. Ad Hoc Committees are appointed to carry out specific responsibilities as designated by the RMHA Board. Ad Hoc Committees are made up of RMHA members and by non-members as designated by the RMHA Board.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1564600049461{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;background-color: #f4edd9 !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1758830139459{padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Ad Hoc Nominating Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties: <\/strong>This Ad Hoc committee is established to carry out the task of soliciting and vetting members applications for nomination to run for Board positions in that year. Nomination and election of the members of this committee is carried out in August of each year by the Board through a nomination and election process described in the Rules of the RMHA. Members are nominated by the Board and an election is carried out, if necessary. Members of this committee serve for a two year term. 4 members are appointed in even years, 3 in odd years. The chair is appointed each year, by vote of the members of the committee.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: lmkearne@gmail.com\">Laura Tuttle<\/a>-Chair<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: rockymtisc2015@gmail.com\">Cyndee Davis<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: mjolley737@gmail.com\">Marianne Jolley<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: xlr8lfvn@gmail.com\">Melissa Grimes<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:rockyrides7@gmail.com\">Diana Hastings<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: jpslabs@gmail.com\">Janet Peters<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: geminimindy1@aol.com\">Mindy Smith<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1758925620010{padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Ad Hoc Database Committee<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: smark23996@aol.com\">Mark Smith<\/a>-Chair<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: john@unlimitedmarine.com\">John Stivers<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: medicinemarketrx@yahoo.com\">Jennifer Hall<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: laurakearneytuttle@gmail.com\">Laura Tuttle<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: brector28@outlook.com\">Barbara Rector<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: syouens99@gmail.com\">Sheryl Youens<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1769108030692{padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Ad Hoc Filial Stud Book Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>DUTIES:<\/strong> To develop, in collaboration with Westphalian Society, and recommend to the RMHA Board a European filial studbook, consistent with Bylaws, Rules and Rules of Registry of RMHA, currently and as they may be updated, in order to provide documentation necessary for breeding and inter-country transport of Rocky Mountain Horses in Europe.<\/p>\n<p>DORMANT<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fundraising\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>DORMANT<\/p>\n<p><strong>Show Improvement\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>DORMANT[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Livestock Conservancy Liaison<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: jdunn2005@comcast.net\">Jann Dunn<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rocky Mountain Horse Foundation Liaison<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:judy@emdeemountainhorses.com\">Judy Brummer<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Ad Hoc 501C3<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: lchastitya73@gmail.com\">Chastity Adkins<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: admin@rmhorse.com\">Lori Nelson<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: jdunn2005@comcast.net\">Jann Dunn<\/a><br \/>\nRMHF Rep[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1769107005968{padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Ad Hoc Strategic Planning Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties:<\/strong> This committee will oversee the implementation of the 5 year strategic plan adopted by the RMHA Board in 2018.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: smark23996@aol.com\">Mark Smith\u2013Chair<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: xalifenotyoursx@gmail.com\">Chrissy Knight<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"malito: jpslabs@gmail.com\">Janet Peters<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"john@unlimitedmarine.com\">John Stivers<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: jdunn2005@comcast.net\">Jan Dunn<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: syouens@gmail.com\">Sheryl Youens<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1728408906552{padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Ad Hoc Breed Standards Committee<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duties:<\/strong>This committee is established to look into defining a breed standard for use in grading horses in a voluntary grading program.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:mjolley737@gmail.com\">Marianne Jolley<\/a>-Chair<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto: k@bischofsberger.eu\">Kristina Bischofsberger<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:rockymtisc2015@gmail.com\">Cyndee Davis<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:springvalleyrun@gmail.com\">Tess Smith<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:rollingstonestables@yahoo.com\">Tara Stone<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1755114031917{padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Ad Hoc European Union<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"malito: john@unlimitedmarine.com\">John Stivers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"malito: strandgorill@gmail.com\">Gorill Strand\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: syouens@gmail.com\">Sheryl Youens<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:rollingstonestables@yahoo.com\">Tara Stone<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto: judy@emdeemountainhorses.com\">Judy Brummer<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; 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