BOARD MEMBERS

Cindy Jones, Washington

My name is Cindy Jones. My kennel is Silvercrest Cresteds located in both Washington and Arizona, as we have a winter home in AZ. I am currently a member of ACCC, PNCCC and CCCAZ.

Currently I am a director with PNCCC, President with CCCAZ and a director with ACCC. My passions are my family, my dogs, making custom jewelry and making quilts for needy children.

I am owned by my cresteds!! My first crested came to me in 2016 who was spayed when she finished as there were issues in her pedigree. Two of my Cresteds have their grands. One almost achieved her bronze and the other retired after reaching his silver. I have a third that has almost achieved his grand. I enjoy showing my dogs and others in conformation and hope to do agility and obedience soon.

With my work experiences I have accomplished, customer service/Business awards, Employee hiring/training, Department heads as well as management positions in multiple jobs. I have worked in the back office handling cash for Safeway, Safety Coordinator for multiple jobs.

Outside of the job force I co-chaired Relay for Life for our county as well as the concession stand. This includes set-up, planning menu, shopping, and running it) I have set up several open houses for small businesses.

In the resort we live in I was the secretary and monitor trainer of our Lapidary Club and part of the Communication Committee of our Resort Happy Trails for a couple of years. I have in the past been the past Quilt Show Chair for our annual Quilt Show in the Resort.

I am currently the silent auction/raffle chair for PNCCC, Show Chair for CCCAZ. While being a director with ACCC I have become the Membership Develop Chair, Co-Chair Trophy Sponsorship and work with Show Chairs and accomplished various tasks for our annual National.

I would love to continue on as a director. With the knowledge I have in my background will help the club achieve goals, and efficient nationals. I am good with people and have great skills to help solve any issue that may be needed.

Gina Rector, California

ACCC Board Member

My love affair with purebred dogs started in about 1992 when I purchased a Dalmatian to show from a local woman. In very short order, I was in love with both the breed and the sport.  She mentored me for several years while I showed my dogs, and occasionally hers.
In approximately 1995, my mentor imported a Chinese Crested from the US. After the first meeting, I was completely enthralled with this happy, bouncy little fellow – I had never seen more joie de vivre in such a tiny body! Thus my love affair with Cresteds was born.
 I believe it was 1997 when I purchased MY first Crested, “Muji”, and my passion for this breed has never wavered.
I have had Cresteds since then (1997). I have shown Conformation in the AKC, CKC (Canadian Kennel Club) UKC, and IABCA, titling in all those (except IABCA). Most  reached Silver or Bronze Grand Champion status, with one receiving multiple RBIS and BIS in
the UKC All-Breed shows.
My dogs, in varying numbers, have competed in ASCA Agility, Coursing Ability Tests, FastCats, and Barnhunt. They compete in NASDA (North American Sport Dog Association) trials where they have ranked Top 10 in some Disciplines and Top 25 in several other Disciplines. Last year we achieved a milestone when one of my Cresteds achieved a Versatility Award (and subsequent invitation to our National Championship) for achievement in ALL five NASDA Disciplines. One of them is just the second  Crested to attain an Urban Locating III title and first to receive a Masters title in that sport.  She is just the fifth Crested to attain a Barnhunt Masters Title. All three of the dogs have received an invitation compete at NASDA’s Invitationals (The National Championship) in their divisions. We have competed in two countries and three states (so far!) I am currently working on my Judge’s license for NASDA. Three of my dogs have their VCC through the ACCC.
I’ve been a member of the Chinese Crested Club of Southern California for over ten years, and have held the position of Board Secretary for several years. I am also a member in good standing with the Chinese Crested Club of Arizona.
I am also a current member of the Trailed By Twenty Hounds NASDA Club, and am currently working with a board to start a new Barnhunt Club in Southern California.
My aim in moving forward with the ACCC board is three-fold. I’d like to see continued focus on the health of our breed, promoting health testing and relevant seminars to aid in producing the healthiest dogs we can.
Second, we have an exceptionally versatile breed. We need to nurture this within the fancy so EVERYONE can learn just how much these smart and active little dogs can do! I want to push us forward towards making this an even more well-rounded breed.
And of course I want to continue to aid this extraordinarily hard-working board in putting on our beautiful Specialties every year… It’s a labor of love!
My husband and I are currently retired and live in Southern California.

Samantha Carter, Florida

I’m from the state of Florida, and I have served on the Board of the ACCC since just prior to 2024 when a vacancy became available. With previous experience in Club Boards and a commitment to the ACCC, I believe I can contribute significantly to our club’s growth.

Having spent considerable time within the ACCC, I’ve gained a solid understanding of our club’s workings and dynamics. My primary focus is on Conformation, although I also enjoy watching the performance events and have even stepped in to assist with FCAT at a past National event.

Beyond the ACCC, I’ve held various roles in the showing community. I previously served as the Specialty Chair for the Tampa Bay Poodle Club. I held the position of Treasurer of the Manatee Kennel Club for several years. For the past two years I have served as President of the Manatee Kennel Club and I’ve also taken on the financial aspect of our annual health Club income both prior to and at our clinics. I have previously served as Specialty Show Chair for the ACCC in Orlando. Additionally, I’ve served as the Trophy Chair for Manatee KC for several years. I am the current Treasurer for Citrus County Kennel Club.

Throughout my years of involvement, I’ve developed strong multi-tasking skills, handling various responsibilities including accounts payable and receivable, event planning, travel arrangements, and numerous other tasks. I’m dedicated to going above and beyond in fulfilling my duties when I can as the future of dog clubs is beneficial to the future of our sport.

My ultimate goal is to help the ACCC progress in a positive and effective direction, working alongside others who share a similar mindset.