Meet The Team
Behind The Ranch

The people who bring Texas hospitality, polished execution, and unforgettable events to life at Circle R Ranch.

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A Team Dedicated to Every Detail

From your first tour to the final send-off, every team member plays an integral part in crafting flawless, unforgettable experiences.

Leadership Team

Ignacio Garza

Ignacio Garza

CEO – Ownership Team

Alexandra Garza

Alexandra Garza

General Manager / General Counsel

Ownership Team
Rick Sanchez

Rick Sanchez

Special Projects

Ownership Team
John McGaugh

John McGaugh

Investor Relations

Ownership Team

Finance & Administration

Lindsay Nelson

Lindsay Nelson

Director Of Finance

Overseeing corporate financial strategy, resource alignment, and administrative operational excellence.

Marketing Team

Danielle Puckett

Danielle Puckett

Marketing Director

Leads overall brand deployment strategy, seasonal hospitality initiatives, and cross-platform community engagement.

Event Experience Team

Dan Mitchell

Dan Mitchell

Event Experience Director

Amy Green

Amy Green

Event Experience Assistant

Krista Smith

Krista Smith

Event Experience Manager

Kalin Kern

Kalin Kern

Event Operations Director

Maintenance Team

Lindsay Nelson

Rosa Burgos

Food & Beverage Manager

Directing banquet operations and service staff with polished execution to deliver a warm, flawless dining experience for every guest.

Danielle Puckett

Robert McCuiston

Food & Beverage Manager

Managing custom beverage programs, bar logistics, and operational sync to complement our elevated culinary experiences.

Culinary Team

Matt Bodnar - Executive Chef

Matt Bodnar

Executive Chef

Rosa Burgos

Rosa Burgos

Food & Beverage Manager

Robert McCuiston

Robert McCuiston

Food & Beverage Manager

Matt Bodnar - Executive Chef

Ranch Operations Team

Maintaining facility infrastructure across coordinates to ensure grounds look pristine.

Grounds & Maintenance

Caring for our historic 42-acre footprint to maintain an inviting, immaculate local environment.

Ranch & Animal Care

Preserving authentic Texan roots by handling and looking after our legendary longhorn steers.

Setup & Teardown Team

Constructing spaces that bring custom event designs to life flawlessly — supporting operations before, during, and after you celebrate.

Our Culture

Seamless Execution

We manage every operational variable behind the scenes so you can relax entirely.

Genuine Hospitality

We welcome every visitor, vendor, and corporate coordinator like trusted family.

Details Matter

It's the meticulous touches that elevate premium spaces into lasting memories.

Pride In Place

We take deep pride in maintaining and showcasing our historic Texan landmark parameters.