Today we’d like to introduce you to Teresa Burleson.
Hi Teresa, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
In 2010 I was working for an equine magazine group and they had a massive layoff. I was one of 17 people that lost their job. An acquaintance was working as the interim Director of the Stockyards Museum and suggested I interview for the job. I did and started working as the Director of the Stockyards Museum on January 11, 2011.
I feel like this is where I belong and I love my job. Actually, the history of the Stockyards is a passion so it never feels like I am at work.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
The biggest struggle I have had has been recent changes. Sometimes, when developers come in to improve an area, it seems they do not honor or respect the history as I feel they should.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I am a fifth generation Texas and, as with most Texans, I am proud of my heritage. That same pride exudes over into my position as Director of the Stockyards Museum. Texas and Fort Worth has a unique and remarkable story to share and it is imperative that we keep it real and authentic. That is my passion.
In addition to my job, I am also an award winning Cowgirl Poet. I write and recite my original poetry at Cowboy Gatherings and other Western Festivals across the U.S. It is another way that I have the privilege to share the story of our Western Heritage.
How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
I am the only paid employee and I have 14 wonderful volunteers, although they are more like family.
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