Board & Staff

The Board of Trustees plays a vital role in shaping the vision, governance, and long-term success of the National Peanut Festival. With a commitment to community heritage, agricultural excellence, and family-focused celebration, these dedicated individuals bring leadership, insight, and accountability to every facet of the Festival’s planning and operations. Their stewardship ensures that this cherished tradition continues to grow, thrive, and inspire.

2025 Board of Trustees

Patrick Amason-Secretary
Andy Aplin

Joel Barfield

Kevin Brackin
Sara Clements

Frances Cook

James Etheredge
John Ferguson

Molly Gomillion

James Harrell

Fred Helms
Ricky Herring

Mark Kinney

Kay Ivey
Libbie Johnson
Micah Johnson
Beverly Lampkin

Kenny Moss-Vice President

Haisten Murphree
Trey Norris-Treasurer

Scott Palmer

Jason Rudd

Hannah Shiver
Phillip Tidwell-President

Donnie Wells

Reafield Vester

Emeritus Board Members

Jack Collier

Pat Cook

Ronald Devane

Terry Duffie

David Etheridge

Pat Holland

George Jeffcoat

Farrie Murphy

Wayne Palmer

Mark Shope

Joe Snell
Richard Talley

Associate Board Members

Brandy Bass-Dempsey
Jamar Ivey
Chris Kennedy
Justin McCallister
George Stringer
Nick Stringer
Ryan Richards

Staff

Tony Ellison, Executive Director

Carrie Cavender, Festival Events Coordinator

Sharon Doswell, Accounting and Vendor Services Coordinator

Renee' Hatton, Event Coordinator

Kevin Cook, Facility Maintenance

David Butterfield - Facilities Manager

Honorary Board Members

Brandon Shoupe- Houston County Commission Chairman

Alan Livingston

Mark Saliba-Mayor, City of Dothan