Our Team

  • Kolton Krottinger

    Kolton Krottinger is a Navy veteran, bestselling author, and mental health advocate who has transformed his personal challenges into opportunities for helping others.

  • Mike Kiselak

    Michael was a member of the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL, the San Antonio Riders in the WLAF, and the San Francisco Demons in the XFL, and he played college football at the University of Maryland. He has a strong passion for non-profits and mental health and is often found spending weekends at Blue Branch Historic Ranch.

  • Erin Wilde

    Erin is the radio host at 92.1 Hank Fm and 95.5 KHits, TV host, actress and so much more! More importantly she has a huge advocate for mental health, veterans and first responders.

  • Kevin Andrews

    Kevin Andrews is a passionate advocate for first responders and veterans, deeply understanding the mental health challenges they face. He devotes extensive time to various organizations and serves as a County Commissioner in Hood County, TX, working closely with the Sheriff's Department, nine volunteer fire stations, and as the current Chief of the Lipan Fire Department. Kevin was one of the first supporters of Blue Branch Historic Ranch, recognizing its potential when it was just a field.

  • Scott London

    Scott London is a United States Air Force Veteran and retired Sheriff of Eddy County, New Mexico. Today, he serves as the Chief Deputy Constable for Pct 4 in Hood County, bringing over 23 years of diverse police experience. He is passionate about mental health, veterans, and first responders.

  • Virg Thomas

    Virg Thomas is a rising star in financial planning in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, blending expertise in financial services, healthcare administration, and a strong background as a law officer in Hood County. He specializes in comprehensive financial plans, including cash flow management, tax strategies, retirement, and estate planning, while maintaining a commitment to community service, farming, and travel.

  • Gary Tillison

    With over 20 years of service to Hood County, including 5 years with the Sheriff’s Office and over 30 years as a volunteer firefighter rising through the ranks to become Chief, Gary brings a wealth of experience and dedication to our team. His commitment to public service and mental health advocacy will be invaluable as we continue our mission to support those affected by anxiety.

  • Yogi Jones

    Yogi has been helping at Blue Branch Historic Ranch since literal Day 1! She does so much in Hood County and we are excited to make this official! She does so much for veterans and is amazing at putting big events together.

  • Cristal Clark

    Cristal Clark, a Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NBCC, CEAP, SAP Verified by Psychology specializes in helping individuals, adolescents, and families heal from trauma, toxic stress, and addiction through personalized treatment plans built on trust and community. She now leads ASIC Recovery Services' new Behavioral Health IOP program, offering structured support for mental health and substance abuse recovery, with a focus on military, first responders, healthcare workers, and DOT-regulated professionals.

  • Tess Hawkins

    Tess is a 9-year Navy veteran whose career in high-level support roles began during her military service, where she provided executive assistance to senior military officers and members of the Senior Executive Service. She deployed three times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and as part of the first response to the Haiti earthquake. Tess is highly skilled in managing complex calendars, organizing and maintaining high-volume email accounts, coordinating travel and expenses, and supporting special projects. Her expertise also includes office administration, presentation preparation, and streamlining systems for efficient correspondence and file management.