Associate Director of Development
anne.thurwalker@tamuk.edu • 361-593-4120
Anne has had a successful career serving in a development role for several organizations, including with the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.
Anne is also no stranger to the ranching and agricultural industries. She is a fifth-generation farmer and a fourth-generation cattle rancher. She and her husband, who also works in agribusiness, continue to operate a small Brangus enterprise in Hebbronville, Texas.
She says, “I was very fortunate to be born into two families who loved Texas and loved the land. They spent their lives investing in it through raising crops and raising cattle. The values and ideals they held about the purpose and importance of agriculture are deeply ingrained in me. The work that KRIRM is doing is not only important to me, but also vital in sustaining our ranching heritage. KRIRM is a world-class organization and has a tremendous reputation in the industry. I am honored to be part of this team and look forward to sharing my experience in development to expand the program.”
Anne and her husband Sam have two children. When they aren’t busy with school activities, they enjoy time at the ranch and all that living on the Texas Coast has to offer.