I attended my first NJSA National Youth Leadership Conference in 8th grade and had such a great experience I have been hooked on the NJSA. I was able to meet many kids who had the same interests and passion that I do, and then we learned about the swine industry by touring companies and listening to speakers. I immediately saw how important the NJSA Junior Board is to running events for youth and made a goal to one say serve on the NJSA Junior Board.
The NJSA Junior Board has given me the opportunity to continue to make connections and meet people. I have made great friends and I had the opportunity to help many younger exhibitors in the show ring. Every minute spent in the NJSA is very rewarding. I am honored to serve as your At Large Director on the 2014-15 NJSA Junior Board of Directors and I look forward to my involvement in the future.
Side note: If you want a weekend full of friends, fun, and pigs; you should highly consider attending the National Leadership Conference held in Ft. Collins, Colorado April 10-12, 2015.