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Clark Willingham is a native Texan whose ranching heritage stretches into Oklahoma and the historic Hitch Ranch through his wife, Jane (Hitch). Willingham’s drive, fortitude and commitment to family propelled him into leadership roles within industry organizations where he guided discussions to create a bright future for cattle producers across the country. He has served at the highest levels for the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, United States Meat Export Federation, National Livestock and Meat Board, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Texas Cattle Feeders Association, Texas Beef Council, Texas Agricultural Land Trust, Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners, Texas Rangers Law Enforcement Association, and American Law Institute.