MEET US

PRESIDENT
Charles Byrn -

2006 graduate of Hardin-Simmons University, teacher at Fannin Elementary, currently getting my Master’s in Education, father of 3 boys.

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Ronica Coldiron -

Ronica is a native of Sweetwater, Texas and a country music recording artist. Ronica has been the spokesperson for BCSTT since early 2007 and continues to support the troops and BCSTT in many areas her passion for the troops at events and on her web site. Ronica has been featured in two Big Country Support the Troops PSA's television commercials along with being active at many BCSTT events and performs annually for BCSST.

To view more about Ronica please visit her at www.myspace.com/ronicacoldironmusic.

Chris Carey -

Was born in Abilene, attended Abilene schools and immediately after graduating from Cooper High School, he joined the Navy. After his honorable discharge he enrolled at Angelo State University where he received his B.S. in Animal Science. Recently, Chris completed his Masters of Agribusiness from Kansas State University. He has two daughters who are both his pride and joy.  Chris attends Beltway Park Baptist Church, involved in other organizations in the local community, and enjoys playing golf and softball.

VICE-PRESIDENT
Terrance Thomas -

Current student at McMurry University, works with disadvantage children, Member of Pachyderm Club, Chess Team.

VICE-PRESIDENT OF MEDIA RELATIONS and TROOP LIAISON
Craig Colton -

A Master Sergeant in the Air Force and am currently assigned to Dyess AFB. I have been in for over 20 years. I am the section chief for the crew chiefs on the B-1 bombers and prior to that I was the career advisor to Dyess AFB. I have been a recruiter, a technical training instructor, military training instructor (drill sgt), but most importantly I spent most of my career on the flightline on the B-1 and B-2 bombers. My father and uncle were both military, my son and nephew are both currently in the military, my brother is prior Army and works as a civillian for the Army and is currently in Iraq.

I have worked with numerous organizations whose focus is to take care of the troops, and have had some aweosme opportunities to meet a lot of great people. Out of all the amazing people I have met I would have to say that those that I met while working with the Coalition to Salute America's Hereos were on the top of the list. Men and women returning from Iraq and Afghanistan that were not only mentally changed but physically changed forever. Amputees, burn victims, brain injuries, each and everyone of them a true hero and inspiration.

Laura Glantz -

Jennifer Ganiron -

Born in Virginia but moved to Ft. Worth, Texas at the age of 1 where I was raised. Mother of two step-daughters, likes traveling, the outdoors, scrapbooking and reading. Teacher of Special Education, I have a BS in Education and BA in Foreign Languages from Abilene Christian University, MEd from University of North Texas. Wife of an Air Force reservist (M Sgt) who has served in Iraq and will serve in Afghanistan

Paul Serrell -

is a family man who appreciates the sacrifice our servicemen and women are making to protect and advance our nation's ideals. A Dallas-native turned West Texan, Paul runs a financial services office for leading investment firm Edward Jones. Paul's primary duties include helping serious, long-term individual investors and small business owners achieve financial goals such as planning for retirement, college savings and saving on taxes. He and his wife have three children. They reside near Abilene, TX.

Ash Wright -

Is a native of Abilene, Texas. Ash is the 5th generation in his family to attend Hardin Simmons University. While in school he graduated with a degree in Political Science and Church Ministry. During his time there he served as Student body President. In 2000 Ash began his work as a Republican when he became office manager for the Taylor County Republican Party. It was that same year that he became Precinct Chairman in Taylor County.

Later, Ash joined the staff of The Republican Party of Texas. During this time he worked out of Austin and Houston where he managed the Republican grassroots campaign program. In December of 2006 he accepted the roll of Regional Political Director for West Texas. Ash now works for The Patriot Group, a Public Relations/ Political Consulting firm.