Our entire staff has deep Texas roots and a commitment to Texas hospitality. We’re dedicated to ensuring your enjoyment, every time you visit.

Joe B. Kercheville

Chairman and Co-founder

Joe grew up in San Antonio, TX and the Hill Country. He graduated from the University of Texas at Austin and the Thunderbird Institute for Foreign Trade in Phoenix and has been an investment professional for over forty years. He and his wife, Ann, bought Joshua Creek Ranch in 1986 and opened it for guests in 1990. Joe’s passion for the outdoors has led him on sailing, big game hunting, wing-shooting, and fly-fishing adventures around the world.

Ann Kercheville

President and Co-founder

Ann grew up in Harlingen, TX and graduated from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. After a successful career as a Certified Public Accountant and financial officer for a San Antonio-based New York Stock Exchange company, she launched a second career in ranch management at Joshua Creek Ranch. She shares an enthusiasm for the outdoors with Joe and their two sons, traveling with them on hunting and fishing trips anywhere on earth.

Kevin Welborn

Managing Director

Kevin is a native Texan, born and raised in the Houston area. He has a marketing degree from the University of Houston and over 30 years of marketing, advertising, sales, operations and management experience. Prior to joining Joshua Creek Ranch in 2014, Kevin was Chief Operating Officer at one of the top business-to-business marketing firms in Texas which serviced more than 30 major clients primarily in the energy, oil & gas and industrial sectors. He is an avid hunter and saltwater fisherman who loves spending time with his wife, son and daughter traveling and enjoying the Texas Hill Country lifestyle.

Craig Gaudlip

Director of Outdoor Operations

Craig has more than 40 years experience in the hunting business. Starting off as a guide then working his way up to manager of outdoor shooting operations at an exclusive club in Pennsylvania, Craig has brought great experience, skills and leadership to the team at Joshua Creek Ranch. He is passionate about the outdoors and especially enjoys hunting and fishing with his kids. Craig's favorite part of his job is sharing great hunting experiences with beginners.

Rebecca Moore                     

Director of Facilities, Executive Assistant

Rebecca was born and raised in Pasadena, TX. She comes from a family of hunters and outdoorsmen, and she moved to the Texas Hill Country in 1988. The majority of her work history has been in Customer Service and Administrative Assistance. She started with Joshua Creek in 1992 but left in 2000 to pursue other interests. She couldn’t stay away though and rejoined the Joshua Creek Ranch team in 2008. Rebecca's can-do attitude and organization skills keep ranch facilities up, running, improving & growing.

Eric Harrison

Club Pro and Certified Shooting Instructor, Lead Hunting Guide, Sporting Clays Manager, Gamebird Keeper, Dog Trainer