Better World Barbeque
Meet The Team
Mike Nuttall
President / Founder
I served 30 years with the Springerville Police Department. I started as a Reserve Officer, then moved up to a Patrol Officer, then became the department's first Detective. After serving as a Detective for 15 years I was promoted to Chief. I served the last 10 yrs of my career as Dhief. I have also served on both Springerville and Eagar Fire Departments as an Engineer. I have served or currently serve on several Community Boards.
I have lived in the White Mountains since I graduated from Duncan High School in 1978. Between hers, mine and ours my wife Mary and I have 5 kids. 4 boys and 1 girl who are all grown up. I also have numerous grandkids and great grandkids.
I love to spend my time on the mountain, riding on my buggy exploring new areas. I love to hunt, fish, and camp and just spending time outdoors. I started cooking to relieve stress and I turned it into a successful catering business that was called 145 GRILL. I don't do much catering anymore, just for special events. I spend all my time working on building up my non-profit 'Better World Barbeque' We are committed to helping as many people as we can.
I currently put on Arizonas longest running BBQ competion the 'Springerville Rib Throwdown'. See the section on About Us to see how we started this. I will continue to do my best in helping groups and people who need it.
Tony Contreras
Vice President Of Charity
Tony Contreras has known Mike Nuttall for over 20 years. He got involved with Mike's barbeque event eight years ago when he returned to Springerville after spending 10 years in Grand Junction, Colorado. Over the years he has become more and more involved in the planning of the event as it transitioned into what it is today.
He has a background in various types of graphics related skills. He has used these skills to help Better World Barbeque organize, advertise, and promote the Springerville Rib Throwdown in the past several years.
He is very proud to be a part of this 501(c)(3) charity organization and is looking forward to being a part of Better World Barbeque as it grows, benefits and supports other charity organizations of Apache County and beyond.
Danielle (Dani) Hommel
Secretary/Treasurer
Danielle (Dani) Hommel is an Arizona native, who made her home in Eagar, Arizona.
Throughout her life she has participated in Animal Rescue, Masonic Youth Groups, worked as a Bookkeeper, and put together many successful Events/Fundraisers/Tournaments.
She is a retired Surgical Technician who dedicates her time to charities and community betterment.
Lori Rodriquez
Graphics
Lori Rodriquez was born and raised in the White Mountains of Arizona. She is a Senior Health Benefits Analyst, loves her family time with her son, and crafting as she runs her own business Glitter & Dust.
She is very involved in the community as part of many committees. She brings a vibrantly refreshing outlook to Better World Barbeque.
