Professionals Working in Kentucky Agriculture
Senior Workforce Development Project Manager
Laurie Mays has served as the Senior Workforce Development Project Manager (WFDPM) at the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Foundation for six years.
Connie Sizemore, Administrative Secretary and Environmental Educator
Connie Sizemore serves farmers in Leslie County by managing the Conservation District office, but her passion lies with teaching the youngest citizens about the environment.
Debra Truax, District Administrator
“Try different areas of agriculture; there are so many to choose from. If you are given the opportunity to get an internship or apprenticeship, take it and see if that is the right path for you.”
Apryl Kirby, District Operations Manager
“Start young!!! Work with the older generations to learn the ways of farming and conservation, and get involved with FFA and Agriculture when you are in school. The world is changing fast, and if we don't get kids involved when they are young, we may not have a world good enough for the future to live in.”
Marsha Butterworth, District Coordinator
“There are many different fields that have an Agriculture background. Search all the different choices before making a final decision.”
Ted Jessup, VP, KACD
“Get your hands dirty as early in life as you can. Help raise a garden, get involved in your FFA Chapter, get a summer job helping a local farmer or farmer's market, and get to know your local Conservation District.”