About Young Professionals in Agriculture

Mission 

Connecting young agricultural leaders through professional development, industry learning, and service opportunities. 

Vision Statement

Young Professionals in Agriculture will be the premier organization for young professionals. This will be accomplished by expanding our membership base with engaged leaders who continually work to shape the future of agriculture. We will be viewed as a respected resource for our combined industry knowledge, leadership, and service. 

History

Young Professionals in Agriculture was founded in 2012 with the mission to connect young agricultural leaders located in Iowa. Members meet the second Tuesday of every month through various social events or business tours. Members also value service and philanthropy and participate in various events throughout the year. The organization continues to grow and more than 100 members are currently part of Young Professionals in Agriculture. 

Stay up-to-date on our events by joining the YPiA Facebook Group.

Board of Directors

President

Lexi Marek

Communications Coordinator,

Iowa Dept. of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

President-Elect

Currently Unfilled

Communications Chair

Austin Pueschel

Project Manager,

Lessing-Flynn

Special Events Chair 

Haley Jones

Leadership & Civic Engagement Specialist,

Iowa 4-H Youth Development

Community Relations Chair

Kathleen Mayo 

Applied Nutrition Technologist,

Insta-Pro International

Programs Chair

Chloe Carson 

Digital Communications Manager,

National Pork Producers Council

Treasurer & Secretary

Emma Lasco

Producer Outreach,

Iowa Pork Producers Association

Membership Chair

Perry Pingatore 

Agribusiness Insurance Specialist,

INSPRO Insurance

Member at Large

Jessie Scott

Digital Strategy Director,

Meredith Agrimedia