About
The Texas Aquaculture Association (TAA) is a member-based organization that provides a platform for education, collaboration, and advocacy for the aquaculture industry. Our members are involved directly or indirectly in the commercial production and sale of aquatic organisms, including shrimp, crawfish, oysters, catfish, redfish, tilapia, hybrid striped bass, baitfish, sport fish, ornamental fish, plants and algae. While primarily composed of producers, TAA membership also includes pond and lake managers, suppliers to the industry, researchers, educators, students, and those involved in regulating the industry. Working together, the membership enables TAA to be an effective grass-roots voice for the support of a successful and sustainable industry.
Officers
Brian Brawner, President
Brian Ray, Vice President
Nasir Kureshy, Treasurer
Kay Johnson Smith, Executive Director
Board of Directors
David Apparicio
Jim Ekstrom
John Jones
Jim Meyn
Brandon Bowers
Chase Holub
Mark Kubecka
Brian Ray
Amanda Saha
Brian Brawner
Fritz Jaenike
Nasir Kureshy
Mike Robison
Hall of Fame
H. J. “Red” Ewald
In acknowledgement of his pioneering spirit, outstanding leadership and generous support.
February 2002
Harrell Arms
In acknowledgement of his continuous mentoring of youth, generous support to TAA and to the aquaculture industry in Texas.
January 2011
Rob Schmid
‘Whose service to TAA and to Aquaculture inspires us daily.’
January 2015