Board of Directors & Staff

Board of Directors Press Release 2025/2026

Officers/Directors

Board of Directors

Paul Glans

President

Sally Nelson

Vice President

Janice McCrea Wight

Secretary

Andrew "Andy" Sellman

Treasurer

Mike Beethe

Director

Michael Brock

Director

John Givens

Director

Suzanne “Sue” O’Neill

Director

Josh Shino

Director

Cathy Vecsey

Director

Mary Lou Houge

Past-President

Staff

Meet Your AHAA Staff

Melissa Schalles

Executive Director

Reita Lathrop

Commercial Exhibits & Membership Coordinator

Robert Beach

Corporate Sponsor Coordinator & Office Manager

Janie Halferty

SSS Coordinator

Our Vision & Mission Statement

Vision Statement

To expose and encourage involvement with Arabian Horses to as many people as possible.


Mission Statement

The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona is a non-profit organization that is comprised of Arabian horse owners, breeders and enthusiasts from around the world. We are dedicated to the preservation of the Arabian horse through educational programs, competitions, activities and promotion.

The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona efforts with will focus on:

  • Education: ownership and the welfare of Arabian horses
  • Promotion: breeding, competition & ownership of Arabian horses
  • Opportunities: Interaction and involvement with Arabian horses and people
  • Preservation: of the Arabian horse and its rich history