The Empire Team

FOUNDER & CEO

Sixth Generation Texan Farmer & Rancher, Former Commodities Broker, Farm Risk Consultant.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Texas Tech University PharmD alumnus with an eye for detail and a passion for financial puzzles.

CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER

Brooke Taylor brings a deep expertise in systems, processes, strategic storytelling, brand identity, and a get-it-done track record..

EXECUATIVE ASSISTANT

Christy Bramlett is the person at Empire Ag who makes sure nothing falls through the cracks. Her background in lending and business administration gives her a sharp eye for detail, and her instinct for relationship runs just as deep. She comes to the team by way of Eastland, a few grandchildren, and years of proving that good work and good people go hand in hand.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Alyssa Murray is the Accounting Manager at Empire Ag, where she brings a sharp eye for numbers and a commitment to getting the details right. A Tarleton State University alumna, she has built her career in financial services and knows this industry from the inside out.

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

LaBecca Turner holds a degree in agricultural business from the University of Arkansas and brings more than seven years of accounting experience, including five years working exclusively in agriculture. With her family operating a yearling program and her husband competing in rodeo, agriculture is not only her career, it’s also her day-to-day life.

STRATEGIST

Ashleigh Gibson, MA, LPC-S, brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across business and nonprofit organizations, with a focus on program development, employee management, financial oversight, and revenue growth. Her background includes budget and grant management, fundraising, curriculum development, public speaking, and professional counseling, with an emphasis on building systems that work in real life, not just on paper.

She is connected to agriculture through her family’s thoroughbred racing operation, Family Stone Racing, and understands the structure, pressure, and long-term planning required in ag-based businesses.

PAYROLL SPECIALIST

With more than 20 years of experience in the financial world, Wendy Sue Lorenzi brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Empire Financial Services. Her extensive background in finance positions her well to assist with all your bookkeeping needs. Wendy is dedicated to delivering precise and reliable financial solutions to support your business’s success.

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE; FIGURED SPECIALIST

Madison Nation is a Tarleton State University alumna, where she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Accounting in 2024.

Hailing from Stephenville, Texas, Madison brings a fresh perspective and a strong academic foundation to Empire Financial Services. Her dedication to accounting and commitment to excellence make her an asset to our team.

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

BRANDING CONSULTANT

Alex Lowery is an entrepreneur, speaker, and strategist with a passion for agriculture, mental health, and personal development. A first-generation cattle producer and lifelong equestrian, she blends grit, creativity, and Southern charm to help others uncover their strengths and turn big ideas into results.

STRATEGIST

Hannah specializes in real estate for agricultural operations and partners with our team on transactions where land, buildings, and equipment strategy intersects with overall business planning.

BRANDING CONSULTANT

Mary Kate Pedigo is a creative director and storyteller with expertise in branding, design, photography, and digital strategy. Known for her work with businesses and cooperatives as well as couples and families, she brings a sharp eye for detail and a love of visual storytelling to every project.

STRATEGIST & RISK MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Jordan Morris, a first-generation Iowa farmer, brings his expertise to Empire Ag as a Customer Relations & Risk Management Specialist. Alongside managing his own custom cattle feeding business, Jordan leverages his degree from Iowa State University and years of agricultural experience to provide producers with tailored risk management strategies and solutions that drive success.

ASSISTANT

Kati Dawson is a Tarleton State University alumna who brings boots-on-the-ground perspective to agricultural strategy and real-world problem-solving.