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MEET OURDR. MARILYN YOUNGA full day of inspiring presentations, classes, & discoveries for every family historian – All Skill Levels.Served as the continuously elected Smith County Sheriff for 37 years. Holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Texas. Graduate of the National FBI Academy and a Licensed Forensic Hypnotist. Managed one of the largest jails in Texas, overseeing more than 1,000 prisoners, 355 personnel, 100+ vehicles, 3,000 meals a day, and a $27 million annual budget. Past President of the Sheriff’s Association of Texas. Received the first-ever "Excellence in Community Service" award from the National Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Community leader and co-founder of the East Texas Crisis Center. Many years of community service including currently serving as Board Member and Chair of the Programs Committee for the Smith County Historical Society.FAMILY HISTORY FEATURED SPEAKERS24 Annual Family History ConferencethProfessor of Management, UT Tyler • Faculty Research Fellow, Hibbs Institute for Business & Economic ResearchPassionate about teaching management using real-world examples. Faculty Research Fellow for the Hibbs Institute for Business & Economic Research. Research focuses on economic development, and entrepreneurial success factors for veterans, women, Hispanics, Milennials, and other groups. Conducted research and completed the application resulting in TylerSMA being designated as a Veteran-Friendly Community. Consultant, trainer, and researcher for profit and nonprofit organizations. Has served UT Tyler in leadership roles including Chair of Management and Marketing and Director of programs including MBA and SBI. Active in the community in a mix of organizations and is currently a Board Member, Strategic Planning Committee, and Programs Committee for the Smith County Historical Society.J. B. SMITHRetired Sheriff, Smith County, Texas PLUS A GREAT LINEUP OF SPEAKERS FOR 16 BREAKOUT-SESSIONS! HONORING OUR PAST, BUILDING OUR FUTURE • Keynote Speaker
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FREE EVENT! Section 501(c)(3) EIN: 75-1592996 Douglas R. Mehling II Event Center @ Breckenridge Village 15062 County Rd 1145, Tyler, TX 24th Annual Family History Conference Saturday, October 24, 2026 9 AM - 4 PM BECOME A SPONSOR PLATINUM GOLD SILVER BRONZE $500 & above$1,000 & above$2,500 & above$3,000 & above Acknowledgment & logo displayed on the monitors @ the venue all day during the event. Designated as a Sponsor & Partner in all Press Releases to the media. Acknowledgment & organization logo displayed on the event website until 2027 Conference. Acknowledgment & organization logo displayed on the event website until 2027 Conference. Acknowledgment & organization logo displayed on the event website until 2027 Conference. Acknowledgment & organization logo displayed on the event website until 2025 Conference. Complimentary 10x10 booth in our Expo Hall. Complimentary 10x10 booth in our Expo Hall. Complimentary 8' table in our Expo Hall. Acknowledgment & logo displayed on the monitors @ the venue all day during the event. Acknowledgment & logo displayed on the monitors @ the venue all day during the event. Acknowledgment & logo displayed on the monitors @ the venue all day during the event. WeLoveFamilyHistory.com
Join us as we unlock the stories of the past!Section 501(c)3 EIN: 75–1592996WeLoveFamilyHistory.comThanks for Your Support! Thanks for Your Support!24th Annual Family History ConferenceSaturday, October 24, 2026 9 AM - 4 PM