What influenced you to join FFA?
Agriculture has always served a pivotal role in my life. My mom and sisters were involved in FFA, and I grew up active in 4-H, getting involved in my local community, and attending my sisters FFA events. When I entered high school, I was looking for a way to grow my leadership skills and learn even more about agriculture. FFA was the perfect opportunity to do both and I am beyond grateful I joined!
What inspired you to serve as a State Officer?
Past state officers have played a huge role in shaping who I am. They encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone and grow as a leader. I remember being a shy freshman at my first leadership conference nervous to talk to anyone, and not meeting anyone new. Since then, FFA has helped me grow into a leader who enjoys meeting new people. I want to encourage others to get the same positive experience I got.
What are your favorite FFA experiences?
Hands down, my favorite experience was attending the Washington Leadership Conference. Being in a place where so much change has happened in our nation’s history was inspiring. It pushed me to think bigger than myself and be a voice for change in my community. It inspired another SAE for me which allowed our school to reduce its waste and footprint. I 100% recommend WLC to every FFA member, not only to be inspired, but to meet many other positive leaders from across the country.
What are your future plans?
I am currently attending the University of Wisconsin–Madison studying Agricultural Business Management. I’ve enjoy talking to people and building connections, so a degree in business, specifically sales felt like a perfect choice! I’m excited to continue my passion for agriculture with communication skills to help agricultural businesses succeed.
What is something members should know about you?
I'll yap to you about absolutely anything! Whether I’m in the blue jacket or on the golf course with friends, I will always crack jokes and attempt to put smiles on others facing. FFA is about making real connections, and I hope to be someone members can talk to, trust, and laugh with.