Author Archives: Amie Burke

Scott Rasch, Corporate Events and Customer Initiatives representative, explains the unique skid steer they have on display at National FFA Convention and how auctioning it off will benefit FFA members. He also covers the importance of supporting the National FFA … Continue reading →

Dr. Dexter Wakefield, Director of Diversity and Inclusion with the National FFA Organization, organized the “Somos FFA, We Are FFA” celebration of diversity at the 85th National FFA Convention. The celebration focuses on engaging students who are Hispanic and Latino … Continue reading →

Australian government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry representative Daniel Macpherson is attending the 85th National FFA Convention to gain a perspective on how the National FFA Organization is successful in recruiting young people into the industry of agriculture. He … Continue reading →

Lucy Whitehead, with the National FFA Alumni, explains how convention attendees can become involved with the many activities offered for both alumnus and members. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Feature_Lucy_Whitehead.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Levi Riggs, former Danville, Indiana FFA member, performed during the National FFA Alumni tailgate Wednesday evening. His unique FFA experience and how it progressed him to where he is today. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Feature_Levi_Riggs.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Lindsey Calhoun, Event Coordinator for the National FFA Organization, reserved a section of the Career Expo specifically for the college population attending convention. The one-on-one time with companies allows Collegiate FFA members to explore possible internships and future career paths. … Continue reading →

Dr. Al Snyder has been hypnotizing FFA members for many years. As a past state officer, he understands the positive influence the National FFA Organization has on members and how they may need assistance in unleashing their inner potential. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Feature_Dr_Snyder.mp3Podcast: … Continue reading →

Carhartt’s Gary Connell explains the company’s longtime support for the National FFA Organization. He relays the passion the American owned company has for the future of agriculture. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Feature_Carhartt.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Natasha Sherwood serves as the manager for the Education and Conservation department at Busch Gardens and explains the unique opportunities available to members of the FFA. With plenty of exotic animals and passion to go around, they offer future career … Continue reading →

The Puerto Rico FFA Association has worked hard to prepare for convention and traveled far. The members will be with their display in the Hall of States and participating in Career Development Events. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Feature_PuertoRico1.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download