We Lead From the Field- Because That’s Where It Matters.

Kenny Mullins- Co-founder of ABTA and full-time professional trainer and tracker. Oversees strategic direction, outreach, education, and national standards. Leads from the field- still tracking, still training.

Ethan Young- Full-time professional trainer and tracker. Oversees day-to-day operations, supports test planning, and helps manage ABTA operations across the country. A working dog handler first, and a mission-focused organizer second.

Kayla Tyer- Manages communication, member records, renewals, and financial systems. Keeps ABTA’s operations running cleanly and transparently.

Stacey Frost- Oversees ABTA’s national testing program, judge training, and field certification standards. Ensures dogs and handlers are tested for what really matters, recovery performance in the field.

Matt Burger- Leads seminars, livestreams, and online learning initiatives. Focused on advancing scent theory, training strategy, and real-world problem-solving for both dogs and handlers.

Emily Nale- Coordinates mentorship pairings, supports new trackers, and fosters growth across experience levels. Builds relationships that grow skill and confidence- not shortcuts.

Lyle Avis- Manages ABTA’s digital tools, online systems, and infrastructure. Supports tracker tools, event registration, directory systems, and future tech development.

Joe Tenney- Primary contact for members and events in the northern U.S. Helps coordinate seminars, support judge teams, and expand ABTA’s presence at the regional level.

Coda Stewart- Primary contact for members and events in the southern U.S. Helps coordinate seminars, support judge teams, and expand ABTA’s presence at the regional level.