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

Jessie Scott

Digital Content Director,

Meredith Agrimedia

Communications Chair

Jared Bramer

Senior Marketing Communications Specialist,

Kemin Animal Nutrition & Health

President-Elect

Jenna Lansing

Project Manager,

KG MarketSense

Special Events Chair 

Joanna King

Customer Success Manager, Granular

Community Relations Chair

Katie Hall 

Director of Government Affairs,

Iowa Institute for Cooperatives​

Programs Chair

Lexi Marek

Executive Assistant,

Iowa Dept. of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

Treasurer & Secretary

Drew Mogler

Public Policy Director,

Iowa Pork Producers Association

Membership Chair

Katie Stutsman 

District Sales Leader,

Corteva Agriscience

Member at Large

Elizabeth Burns-Thompson

Manager, Corporate Affairs,

Renewable Energy Group, Inc.