Governor Greg Abbott has appointed John A. McCall Jr., O.D. to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission, with his term set to conclude on February 1, 2031. In addition, Paul Foster has been named as the chair of the Commission. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission is responsible for managing and conserving the state’s natural and cultural resources while providing opportunities for hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
John A. McCall Jr., O.D., from Crockett, is a senior vice president and founder of Vision Source. He owns Crockett Eye Clinic, co-founded Logansport Surgical Center, and founded Stealth Vision Optics and Rifles. McCall recently served as acting chairman at the end of a six-year term on the Board of Regents for the University of Houston System, where he was recognized as Outstanding Alumni of the Year. His past roles include city councilman and mayor of Crockett. Currently, he is president of the American Academy of Optometric Medicine and Surgery. Previously, he led both the American Optometric Association and the Texas Optometric Association.
Paul Foster from El Paso is CEO and director of Franklin Mountain Investments LLC (FMI), which includes affiliates such as Franklin Mountain Capital and Franklin Mountain Energy among others. Foster has been a commissioner for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission since 2021. His previous roles include director positions with national petroleum associations and leadership roles within The University of Texas System’s financial boards.
Both appointees bring extensive experience in their respective fields to their new roles within the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission.
