About Us
Jake D. Gress
President
Jake Gress is an avid outdoorsman, conservation advocate, and proud father of five. Based in Orlando, Jake’s passion for backcountry hunting has taken him to some of the world’s most remote wilderness areas, where he embraces the challenge and beauty of nature.
Jake is the owner of Gresswell Acquisitions, a central Florida real estate investment firm, and Gresswell Consulting, a practice specializing in investment and asset management consulting. These ventures reflect his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to excellence, but his heart lies in conservation. Jake’s mission is to ensure that his children—and future generations—have the same opportunities to explore, hunt, and connect with the natural world as he did.
An advocate for Second Amendment rights, Jake sees these freedoms as integral to preserving the traditions of ethical hunting and outdoor recreation. His work is driven by a deep commitment to responsible stewardship of natural resources and the protection of cherished outdoor heritage.
Allan Westfall
Vice President
Allan Westfall is an avid wingshooter and seasoned whitetail hunter with a deep appreciation for America’s outdoor traditions. His passion for bird hunting has taken him across the United States in pursuit of numerous upland and migratory species. He has also completed the Wild Turkey Grand Slam, successfully harvesting each of the four primary subspecies of wild turkey found in the United States.
An experienced whitetail hunter, Allan has pursued deer throughout the East Coast and across the Midwest, developing a strong respect for wildlife, responsible land management, and ethical hunting practices. His decades in the field have shaped his commitment to conservation and preserving access to the outdoors for future generations.
Allan also enjoyed a distinguished collegiate baseball career at the University of Miami. As a pitcher for the Hurricanes, he earned a victory at the College World Series in three consecutive years—1994, 1995, and 1996. At the time, he was one of only two pitchers to accomplish this feat, alongside former Major League pitcher Burt Hooton.
With more than 20 years of law-enforcement experience, including part of his career serving as an officer with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Allan brings leadership, integrity, and firsthand conservation-enforcement experience to the board. He is committed to protecting Second Amendment rights, supporting responsible stewardship of natural resources, and ensuring that America’s hunting and outdoor heritage remains strong for generations to come.
Jose Valencia
Treasurer
Jose Valencia has a deep passion for the outdoors, developed through years of hunting experiences across Arizona, where he has pursued quail, dove, deer, javelina, and elk, often in the company of close friends. In 2003, Jose discovered a new creative outlet in carving, focusing on intricate leaf and animal designs on scrap wood and aged gunstocks.
Over time, Jose refined his skills through carving and scroll design classes, establishing himself as a talented woodcarver. Today, he is proud to be part of an exclusive group of artists specializing in the fine art personalization of firearms. His expertise lies in crafting ornamental scrolls and wildlife scenes on gunstocks, doors, and presentation cases, blending artistry with craftsmanship.
Jose’s talents extend beyond personal pursuits; he actively supports numerous charitable causes through his gunstock carvings. Organizations such as the Colt Collectors Association, Ducks Unlimited, and several NRA Chapters in Arizona have benefited from his contributions. For the past 13 years, he has partnered with Operation Orphans in San Antonio, TX, providing intricately carved rifle and shotgun stocks at a significant discount. His work has significantly enhanced their fundraising efforts, doubling proceeds in the first year and generating over $30,000 in annual raffle sales for the past three years.
As a dedicated board member, Jose uses his unique skills to embellish firearms for fundraising initiatives supporting the conservation efforts of various DSC Chapters, bringing his artistry and passion for the outdoors to every project.