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Home » Bourbon, Honor and Giving Back: Rick Franco of Four Branches Bourbonon the “Hunting Matters with Joe Betar” Podcast

Bourbon, Honor and Giving Back: Rick Franco of Four Branches Bourbonon the “Hunting Matters with Joe Betar” Podcast

Adam Green By Adam Green August 14, 2024 2 Min Read
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Bourbon, Honor and Giving Back: Rick Franco of Four Branches Bourbonon the “Hunting Matters with Joe Betar” Podcast

Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) and the “Hunting Matters with Joe Betar” podcast welcomes Rick Franco, Co-Founder of Four Branches bourbon. 

Rick Franco knows the value of camaraderie and leadership, representing Four Branches Bourbon like a true founder. He’s got a firm grip on the reins, handling legal, financial, and compliance aspects, while keeping an eye out for co-branding opportunities. 

Rick’s dynamic career includes serving as a Marine Infantry Officer, a CIA protective contractor and as an Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection contractor. Post-contracting, Rick was COO for Heroes and Horses, a veteran non-profit based in Montana. Currently, he serves as Director of Safety and Security for the Troubadour Club in Tennessee.

About Hunting Matters with Joe Betar
“Hunting Matters with Joe Betar”: An acclaimed podcast celebrating the wonders of the great outdoors. Join hosts Joe Betar, Executive Director of HSCF, and Houston media personality Ramon Robles as they delve into captivating discussions with a diverse array of guests. From hunting and fishing to sport shooting, conservation, policy, and even culinary arts, this podcast covers it all. Available on all major podcast platforms—subscribe, listen, rate, and review!

About Houston Safari Club Foundation
Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve the sport of hunting through education, conservation, and the promotion of our hunting heritage. HSCF has awarded 697 scholarships totaling $3.2 million dollars. HSCF conducts youth outdoor education programs, career training, hunter education and field experiences throughout the year. HSCF has provided over $4 million in grants for hunter-funded wildlife, habitat, and various conservation initiatives. HSCF is an independent organization, is not affiliated with Safari Club International (SCI) or its affiliates and is not a chapter or affiliate of any other organization. Visit our website at wehuntwegive.org or call 713.623.8844 for more information. HSCF. We Hunt. We Give.



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