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Who We Are

Board of Directors
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Bobby Norris
In 1988, Bobby founded the Roundup for Autism that is today the Autism Treatment Center’s biggest fundraising event. Bobby is a farm and ranch realtor/owner, rancher and quarter horse cutting champion and trainer. Bobby grew up in Colorado and attended Colorado State University. After graduating, he moved his equine operations to Texas in 1982. He is a past president (three terms) for American Quarter Horse Association; board member of the National Cutting Horse Association; and member of the National Cattle Raisers Association. Currently, Bobby serves as a board member of the Stock Show Syndicate, Cowboy Hall of Fame, and the Autism Treatment Center. Bobby is the father of 5 and resides in Fort Worth, Texas with his wife JJ and two boys. He is the General Manager of his father’s ranch, T-Cross Ranch, in Colorado Springs. The Norris Foundation, Bobby and the Norris Family have been “Fighting Autism the Cowboy Way for 35 Years!”
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Luther Winch
Luther Winch is the visionary founder and CEO of The Winch Companies, a multifaceted enterprise specializing in agriculture and sustainable ranch development. With a keen eye for innovation and a deep commitment to community and environmental stewardship, Luther has guided the company to become a leader in its field. A fifth-generation rancher from Louisiana, Luther, alongside his wife Thérèse, manage Winch Ranch in Montgomery, Texas. Under their leadership, Winch Ranch has become known for its production of premium Angus beef. Acclaimed for his strategic vision and ethical leadership, Luther Winch is a respected figure in both business and agricultural circles. He continually sets new standards for sustainable development and community engagement.
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Anna Hundley
Anna Hundley is the Executive Director of the Autism Treatment Center, a position she has held since 1982.  In 1985, Anna was appointed by Texas Governor Mark White to be a founding member of the Texas Autism Task Force, charged with developing the State Plan of services for people with autism.  Since then, she has been appointed by five consecutive governors to serve on several statewide councils, including the Texas Council on Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders where she served as Vice Chair; in 2012, Anna was appointed by Governor Rick Perry to the State Independent Living Council.
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​Mike Gerro
Mike Gerro is the Vice President of Frost Bank and long time supporter and sponsor of the Roundup for Autism. Mike joined the Roundup for Autism Board in January of 2019. His commitment to Roundup's cause and expertise in the financial industry makes him a valuable asset to our team and a true friend to us all!  ​
Roundup Team
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Executive Director
​Christie Eckler
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Strategy Partner
​​Susan Watt
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Creative Partner
​Kayla Eckler
2025 Honorary Chairs
Susan Maddox
Treasure Maddox Hannah
Mercedes Maddox Bloomer

2025 Steering Committee
Leslie Arnold
Julia Buswold
Mindy Page Dorris
Gloria Fletcher
Kay Goldthwaite
Susan Maddox
Emily McLaughlin, MD
Renee Mesecher
​JJ Norris
​Chris Smith
2025 Advisory Council
Stephanie & Fred Baugh
Tracy & Eddy Branch
Cindy Cottier
Vickie Gall
Karen & Bob Garcia
Kay Goldthwaite
Tri Goldthwaite
Brooke & Matt Hayes
Patte Ivie
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Susan & Andy Jacobs
Stuart "Cookie" Jochimsen
Diane & Buffalo Kinzer
Annie Lockhart-Taylor
Denise & Fern Marin
Etta & Bill Miller
David Moore

Martha & Pete Muzyka
Lynda & Mel Newsom
Donna & Mike Peevy
Shanda Perkins

​Darin Prejean
​Heather & Allen Russell​
​Amie & David Simpson

Lynn Thrower
Cris Travis
Val & Norman Westfall
Sheree J Wilson 

PO Box 161533
​Fort Worth, TX 76161-9804
(817) 691-0699
[email protected]
  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • History of Roundup
    • Who We Are
    • Honorary Chairs
    • Voices of Autism
    • Autism Treatment Center
  • Events
    • Calendar of Events
    • THAAR Calendar
  • Get Involved
  • Sponsor
  • Contact
  • DONATE