Board of Directors
Meg Vanderbilt
Meg is the founder and Executive Director of Bit of Hope Ranch. She brings 25 years experience of horsemanship and teaching science. She rides her own horse, Naya, to keep her sane.
Dr. Robin Smith
Dr. Robin is a founding member and uses her large animal veterinary services (Yellowhorse Mobile Veterinary Services) to keep our herd health and ready to provide services.
Matt Vanderbilt
Matt is the Chairman of the Board and is lead pastor at Vision Church. His strengths are leadership and playing basketball. If he is not working, he is wandering the trails with his dogs.
Josie Conner
Josie has been involved with the Ranch for a decade and brings valuable experience with fundraisers and scouts. She also sponsors Asia, one of our valued therapy horses.
Emmaus Vanderbilt
Emmaus serves the Ranch by using his Silver Fox Production company for creative video and storytelling. He also specializes in marketing and creative thought processes.
Steve Matolka serves the Ranch as a security consultant and assists with events and facility needs. He currently serves as facility manager at Gaston Christian School and has been Founder/CEO of his home inspection business.