Robin Madigan

Lifelong resident of the Great Lakes Region and dedicated TICA member since 2013, with more than a decade of active involvement in TICA as a breeder, exhibitor, mentor, author, show volunteer, and breed advocate. Experienced in promoting TICA and the Ocicat breed throughout the United States and internationally, supporting regional activities, mentoring exhibitors, and contributing to the successful operation of TICA shows. Committed to strengthening the Great Lakes Region through communication, participation, education, sportsmanship, and service to TICA members.

• Friskies Gold Award Winner
• Created a short story video featuring my Ocicats, “We Love Squirrel.”
• The video was selected for a Friskies Gold Award.
• The Purina Company purchased the video for $5,000, recognizing the appeal and entertainment value of the Ocicats to a broader audience.
• Donated a portion of the proceeds to support a local cat shelter.
• Demonstrated the ability to showcase cats and the breed in a way that reaches audiences beyond the traditional cat fancy.

• TICA Member — Since 2013
• Lifelong resident of the Great Lakes Region with a strong commitment to the region and its membership.
• Active TICA exhibitor, breeder, mentor, volunteer, and breed advocate.
• Consistently support TICA shows and regional activities through participation, sponsorship, and volunteer service.
• Sponsor Regional Winner (RW) and International Winner (IW) awards.
• Provide show sponsorships to support clubs and exhibitors.
• Mentor fellow exhibitors and encourage participation in TICA shows and activities.
• Share knowledge and experience regarding TICA rules, procedures, showing, and responsible participation.
• Ocicat Breeder & Registered TICA Cattery
• Registered TICA cattery.
• Register all kittens in each litter with TICA.
• Dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and responsible stewardship of the Ocicat breed.
• Promote the Ocicat domestically and internationally through active exhibition and breed advocacy.
• Ocicat Breed Committee — Chairwoman
• Revitalized the Ocicat Breed Committee and served as Chairwoman following its return to active status.
• Worked to increase breeder and exhibitor engagement with the committee.
• Advocated for the continued development, education, and preservation of the Ocicat breed.
• Authored and updated educational materials, including the Ocicat Breed Seminar for judges and breeders.

• Active exhibitor with extensive experience showing throughout the United States and internationally, including:
• United States
• Canada
• Germany
• Netherlands
• Mexico
• International Breed Promotion
• First exhibitor to exhibit Ocicats in Mexico.
• Promoted the Ocicat breed and TICA internationally through participation in shows and engagement with exhibitors and breeders.
• Represented TICA and the Ocicat breed in diverse exhibition environments.

• I believe a Regional Director should be accessible, informed, fair, responsive, and willing to listen.
• The Great Lakes Region is made up of its members, exhibitors, breeders, clubs, judges, and volunteers. Effective regional leadership means communicating with those members, encouraging participation, supporting clubs and shows, welcoming new exhibitors, and ensuring that members feel their voices are heard.
• My goal as Interim Great Lakes Regional Director would be to serve the membership, strengthen participation, support our clubs and shows, and represent the Great Lakes Region with integrity and enthusiasm.