What influenced you to join FFA?

I joined my 7th grade year and my first year in Amery as a way to make friends and connect to the community. I was drawn to choose FFA to be this connection point by from my grandfather's several stories from his time as an ag advisor. 

What inspired you to serve as a State Officer?

The impact that past state officers have had on me and the connection I have seen them have across the state. Not only have I seen others make this impact, but I’ve seen my own impact on students at the chapter level. I hope that I can follow in the footsteps of past state officers and inspire the next generation of Wisconsin FFA members. 

What are your favorite FFA experiences?

My favorite FFA experiences were competing in LDEs, specifically parliamentary procedure. The time I spent in the Amery FFA chapter increased my knowledge of parliamentary procedure which has been a love of mine to this day. Beyond that I was able to work with a team to build my patients, work ethic, and bring a sense of pride in my work.

What are your future plans?

I will be attending my sophomore year at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls majoring in Agricultural Education with a minor in soil science. In a hope to continue making a difference in students' lives after graduation I will find a position as an ag teacher, and during the summer work with the DNR on soil conservation.

What is something members should know about you?

Members should know that I am ALWAYS excited to have a conversation whether it's to answer a question, solve a problem, or just to chat. I am a very enthusiastic and passionate person and with that my main priority is inspiring the next generation of FFA members.