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2 November, 2011 9:12 PM

A native of Alabama, I reside in the small town just north of the Capital City of Montgomery. Professionally, I often write under my former name, Angela Kirby. I have spent two decades in the publishing industry and have acquired a vast knowledge of many types of media and the skills needed to produce quality materials. As an editor and graphic designer, I have edited hard cover books and monthly magazines, designed brochures and graphics, and also built several Web sites.

Through my professional career and volunteer efforts, I have traveled across the country to interview and hire writers and photographers, and I have attended trade shows in various states as an exhibitor's aide and to promote different organizations. I enjoy meeting new people and am comfortable working with people in all professions from farmers to law enforcement officers.

An active board member since 2004, I was Vice President of the Montgomery County CattleWomen's Association until it was dissolved in 2008. I have served on numerous committees and continue to do so as a member of the Montgomery County Cattlemen. The cattlemen work to protect rural lands and the interests of agricultural industries. Throughout the year, the cattlemen sponsor and participate in community events, including 4-H Beef Expos, the Little Boots Rodeo, the Southeastern Livestock Expo, and local and state beef cook-off contests.

One of the biggest activities I am involved with for the MCCA is the Little Boots Rodeo. Not only do I help drive the sponsorship committee and physically work the day of the rodeo, but since 2005, I have developed and designed the media, including but not limited to Web site, advertising, articles, and event program.

As the Executive Coordinator of Stolen Horse International, aka NetPosse.com, a nonprofit organization based in Shelby, NC, I work directly with its president and founder, Debi Metcalfe, in all facets of the organization. From maintaining the Web site to processing reports, speaking to victims and law enforcement to creating press releases, advertisements and promotional materials, I assist wherever possible. But I'm not just a volunteer, I am also a victim and know too well the effects of horse theft, having been a victim of civil horse theft and criminal tack theft.

Naturally artistic, I have always enjoyed writing stories and poetry, drawing horses, and designing graphics, but most of my free time is spent volunteering, hanging out with my horse friends, or with my family. Most recently, I joined the Dixie Long Riders, a Cowboy Mounted Shooting Club. I was contracted to redesign and maintain its Web site. While I have only begun to shoot, I have found that my appaloosa, Casper, is not too fond of the sport, and I have an AQHA colt ready for training. This is a fun equestrian sport with a great group of people.