PRESIDENT & CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Andrew Gilmer serves as President and Chief Operating Officer. He oversees daily operations across the company’s farms, including cattle production, land management, and infrastructure.

With a rich background in cattle production and land conservation—including his tenure as District Manager for the Clinch Valley Soil and Water Conservation District—Andrew brings invaluable expertise that anchors the company’s vision and fuels the team’s progress.

Andrew works closely with ownership to carry the company’s long-standing commitment to responsible land stewardship forward, while continuing to strengthen the productivity of land, cattle, and timber resources. He guides the development of additional land-based initiatives, including wildlife management and conservation efforts, as well as long-term projects such as solar energy development.

Since joining the company, Andrew has focused on improving operational consistency, enhancing herd quality, and supporting the long-term sustainability of the operation.

He and his wife, Laura, live on the property with their children, Clyde, Crockett, and Ruthie.

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Don has spent a lifetime building a career grounded in thoughtful decision-making, steady leadership, and a deep respect for long-term value.

After earning his undergraduate degree from The University of North Carolina and an MBA from the Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania, he joined First Boston Corporation in New York and London, before moving on to Smith Barney, Harris Upham & Co., where he served as a Managing Director in Corporate Finance. He later joined Wainwright Investment Counsel in Boston as a Managing Director, where he currently serves as a trusted advisor to his clients.

Don has served on many boards and committees, including the Preservation Society of Newport County, where he is now Chairman Emeritus, the Bryant University Board of Trustees, the City of Newport Historic District Commission, and the International Tennis Hall of Fame. In each role, he has brought a steady hand, a collaborative approach, and a genuine belief in the importance of stewardship.

At the center of it all, however, is Don’s lifelong connection to Stuart Land & Cattle Company. As Chairman of the Board since 1980, he has played a leading role in guiding the organization with care and intention, honoring its history while helping position it for the future. The ranch’s roots run deep in Don’s family—dating back to 1940, when his grandfather, Reginald Lanier, entered into partnership with Walter Stuart.

VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Sandy is a descendant of William Alexander Stuart and carries forward a long-standing family legacy responsible for the management of both land and livestock. His connection to the farm is lifelong, and his leadership today is shaped by decades of diverse professional experience.

After graduating from university, Sandy spent two years in Ireland working with the British Bloodstock Agency as a thoroughbred horse agent. To this day, he remains active in horse racing in Virginia and serves as a board member of the Montpelier Steeplechase and Equestrian Foundation.

Following his time abroad, Sandy returned home to serve as Assistant Manager of Stuart Land & Cattle Company for five years. His commitment to the business has continued ever since, with more than 40 years of service on the Board of Directors. Today, he serves as Vice Chair, helping guide the company with a focus on sustainability, operational excellence, and preserving the farm for future generations.

In addition to his work on the farm, Sandy spent 27 years in Chicago as a Senior Vice President for two international trading firms, working with institutional clients around the world. This global experience informs a thoughtful, strategic approach to managing the farm today—balancing tradition with modern business practices.