MEET THE TEAM
BEN MINDEN
Founder/President
After serving in the 101st Airborne Division and 3rd Ranger Battalion, Ben started Bear Hug Cattle Company in 2019. Ben is a graduate of the United States Military Academy and has an MBA from Harvard Business School. Ben is passionate about the ranching community and veterans.
IAN CONCANNON
Vice President
Born and raised in south Boston, Ian is a graduate of Norwich University. Ian wrestled in college and is a veteran of 3rd Ranger Battalion. Ian manages the operations of the BHCC training program.
WINSTON BOLDT
Chief Financial Officer
Winston grew up playing soccer in Saint Louis and skiing in the backcountry of Colorado. A veteran of 3rd Ranger BN, Winston is currently a Company Commander in the 4th Infantry Division. He has served on the board of BHCC since 2020.
TREY KENSING
Board Member
Growing up in Texas, Trey has always loved horses and baseball. Trey played baseball at Texas Tech and after graduating joined the Army. A veteran of 3rd Ranger BN, Trey was a founding member of BHCC and is now an active board member.
BOBBY KULP
Board Member
Bobby played lacrosse at the United States Military Academy and after graduating he commissioned as an Infantry officer. Bobby lives in the Fort Bragg area and is an active board member at BHCC.
CHRISTIAN SMITH
Board Member
Christian brings over a decade of non profit experience to the team. He is currently completing his PhD at Kings College in London and is an active board member.