CRAIG FIELD, DIRECTOR GENERAL

Craig was born and raised in Quincy, Washington and graduated from Washington State University with a Business Administration degree with an emphasis in Risk Management and Insurance. He started his work with Apple Blossom as a Parade Marshal in 2005 and has been head Parade Marshal for the last several years. Craig also has been involved in Pageant since 2008 when he was the emcee for 2 years. He has also been the Auction Chair, past Board Member and past Executive Board Member for the Festival.

Craig is a Wenatchee Central Lions Member and loves spending time with his wife Trisha, daughter Jenna, and son Micah. When not selling insurance or doing Festival activities, you might find Craig on the golf course as a member of the Wenatchee Golf and Country Club.

CURT ULRICH, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR GENERAL

Curt grew up in Yakima then attended Central Washington University.  He has lived in Wenatchee with his wife Cindy, and two children, Cade and Courtney for twenty five years and is a District Compliance Manger for the Washington State Department of Revenue.  Curt began volunteering with the festival in 2008 by Co-Chairing the Apple Pie Eating Contest now the Funnel Cake Eating Contest.  Curt has also served on the Apple Blossom Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and is a Starter for the Grand Parade.  

KATHY CAMPBELL, PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Kathy’s involvement with Apple Blossom dates back to the 60’s marching in the Youth Parade with her Elementary & Jr. High School drill teams. She also marched in the Grand Parades in the 70’s with the WHS Apple-Ettes and riding the float as a Top Ten candidate. Kathy has judged the Jr. Royalty essays several times, was a Jr. Royalty Chaperone for three years, and chaperoned the 2022 Senior Apple Blossom Royalty. She is on the Apple Blossom Board of Directors, Executive Committee and is the Program Director for 2023-24, as well as serving on the Numerica Performing Arts Center Board of Directors. She is a retired elementary teacher of 38 years from the Wenatchee School District and with her husband Bruce, have 2 grown children and 7 grandchildren. When she isn’t playing with her grandkids, she is gardening, golfing, walking with her walking buddies or watching Hallmark movies with Bruce.

BRAD BOZETT

GOLF TOURNAMENT
Brad is a sales manager for Columbia Distributing in Wenatchee. Born and raised here in the Wenatchee Valley, he participated in many Apple Blossom parades dating back to 1972. Brad married Lisa Pollock in 1989 and has been volunteering for Apple Blossom ever since.  He and Lisa have two children; Chase and Carly. Brad enjoys golfing, skiing, fishing, helping others, and rooting on his beloved Seattle Mariners.

MARY ANN CASTRO

2024 APPLARIAN CHANCELLOR

For as long as she can remember, Mary Ann looked forward to Apple Blossom time in the valley. She worked in her mother’s small family business, Anna’s Creations Bridal Boutique & Tuxedos, and learned first-hand of her mother’s love of community. In 2002, the boutique began supporting the festival by providing semi-formals for the royalty court. In 2009 they even provided the formal gowns worn by the royalty.  Because of this personal connection, Mary Ann fell even more in love with the Apple Blossom Festival. Everyone involved with the festival was so excited and passionate that she knew she wanted to get involved too.  Mary Ann noticed that the chaperones made “gown selection” fun for the girls, and this was the beginning of her desire to get involved. It was then that Mary Ann learned about the Wenatchee Applarians from Pat & Rolfe Ogle and since then, becoming a member of the Wenatchee Applarians has been an exciting and fulfilling experience for her. Mary Ann is proud to be stepping into the role of 2024 Applarian Chancellor and even more proud to be the first Mexican American Woman to hold this title.  Mary Ann and her husband, Ignacio, joined the Wenatchee Applarians in September of 2013. Along with their two daughters, Annaleah and Arabella, the whole family is involved in helping with Apple Blossom. “Bringing my girls along teaches them the importance of supporting our community and how beautiful the Wenatchee Valley really is. We are so blessed to live in Washington!”

Mary Ann was born and raised in the Wenatchee Valley. She graduated from Wenatchee High School, Class of 1999. Mary Ann became a Licensed Cosmetologist in September of 2001, then returned to Wenatchee Valley College and graduated in the spring of 2018 with her AA and a certificate in Business and Accounting. Mary Ann works at St. Joseph Catholic School. When she isn’t working, she is coaching girls soccer, volunteering at her church, spending time with her family and helping her loved ones.

WENDY FOCHT

Wendy was born and raised in the Sunnyslope area of Wenatchee. She is a 1980 Wenatchee High School graduate. Wendy attended the Wenatchee Valley College nursing program, then transferred to the University of Washington to attain her degree in Economics. Wendy was employed at Central Washington Hospital for many years and also coached in the Wenatchee School District. Wendy is married to her high school sweetheart, Brian Focht Sr. They have three children; Kristen Focht-Reyes, Brian Focht Jr., and Kelsey Focht, and three grandchildren. The Apple Blossom Festival has been a big part of Wendy’s life and she was fortunate to be a selected Princess in the 1980 royalty!

GAVIN GAHRINGER

Gavin was born and raised in the Wenatchee Valley. He attended college at Eastern Washington University and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Marketing. Gavin is now working at Martin Morris Insurance Agency focusing on employee benefits. When he isn’t working, he is golfing, spending time outdoors or playing with his chocolate lab, Mozzie. Gavin was an MC for the 2018 and 2019 Apple Blossom Pageant, and works with the Parade Marshal for both the Youth and Grand Parades, and also volunteers in the Beer Garden!

CHRISTINE JAHR

Christine Jahr grew up in the Wenatchee Valley and was a Top Ten Candidate in 2012. She works as a Content Strategist and Marketing Manager. In her spare time, she likes to hang out with her husband and their two dogs, Beans and Bruno. She is a board member for the Apple Blossom Festival and the Central Washington Lions Club. During the Top 10 Candidate process, Christine volunteers her time doing seasonal color analysis for the 10 Candidates and helps them find their perfect colors! 

REBECCA MALONEY

ART 4 KIDZ
In the brilliance of Pablo Picasso's wisdom, he stated that "Every child is an artist."  As the Art4Kidz chair, Rebecca wholeheartedly believes this to be true, and enjoys the light and joy each child contributes through their annual festival entries.  The unbelievable talent pool in our valley is showcased each spring through our online art show, and Rebecca, along with her team, are "Lovin' Every Minute Of It"! Rebecca has called Wenatchee home since 1981, and, she, along with her husband, Greg, and four children, feel thankful to be part of such a loving, caring community.  

SHAYNE RENNIE

Shayne was born and raised in the Wenatchee Valley.  She has a strong commitment to the community and enjoys volunteering.  Shayne began volunteering for the festival over 22 years ago when she began her teaching career with the Wenatchee School District.  She was the Art for Kidz chair for several years and a part of the Auction Committee.  Shayne has volunteered for the festival in many capacities and loves the community relationships and energy that it brings. One of her favorite events of Apple Blossom is the Youth Parade, she has fond memories of attending the parade with her family and participating as a Girl Scout.  This year Shayne is chairing the Youth Parade, and can’t be more excited! Volunteering for the festival has become a family affair; her husband and children no longer tag along but join right in helping with all things Apple Blossom. 

Shayne and her husband Dave (an Apple Scientist at heart) have two spunky but sweet daughters.  The Rennie family cherishes the memories they are making through Apple Blossom.

MEGAN SAND

Megan was an Apple Blossom Top 10 Candidate in 2016 and received the “Most Photogenic”, and “Most Original Speech” scholarships. Megan graduated from the University of Washington in 2020 with a B.A. in Business Communications and in Dance -GO DAWGS! She is now pursuing a career in Education, and is working on her Masters Degree in Elementary education, while also working for the Wenatchee School District. Megan is the proud daughter of 2022 Applarian Chancellor Brian Sand & Lady Diane, and also sisters with 2017 Apple Blossom Queen Amy Sand. She is the youngest member  of the Wenatchee Applarians, will be Assistant Chair for this years royalty float design, and just adores serving her Valley and community!

ELLIOTT SALMON

Having grown up in the Wenatchee Valley, Elliott Salmon has enjoyed watching the festival blossom into the heritage event we know and love today. He has spent two decades working in regional broadcasting, where he had the opportunity to work with various local organizations and community leaders.  With agriculture being the economic engine of our region, Elliott is now proud to be a part of the produce industry as a fruit and produce broker for SC Fresh of Wenatchee. 

With fond memories of past Apple Blossoms and its traditions, he now enjoys the festival’s carnival-like atmosphere that permeates our community each spring with his wife and two young girls.  As a board member, he looks forward to helping shape the festival's future without losing sight of its core traditions.