TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP WITH THE JRA BOARD

By Mitchell VanderWal

Calling all ambitious Red Angus juniors looking to take the next step forward in their leadership-building adventures! If you’re interested in running for the JRA board of directors, keep reading below.

The JRA board of directors holds an important role within the Red Angus breed. This team is responsible for motivating the next generation of Red Angus breeders through many events held throughout the year, including:

• Planning and attending both the JRA Round-Up and Young Stockman Program held annually.

• Having the opportunity to connect with Red Angus breeders and represent JRA at the National Red Angus Convention and board retreat.

• Attending multiple Red Angus shows on the national level, such as NILE, NAILE, Cattleman’s Congress,

American Royal, Red Western Classic and many more!

• Meeting and communicating with industry professionals at the Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show.

• Recruiting and meeting Red Angus junior members from across the country.

Being on the JRA board can open your eyes to all things agriculture. It can show you pieces of the agriculture industry that you may not have known existed. It can open internship, education or career opportunities that may have never showed themselves to you without this position. The people, places and livestock that you meet, visit and grow with are undoubtedly unmatched. Simply put, if you want to take a bold step into the industry that you love, fill out the application and never look back.

Service to JRA through the board of directors is a tremendous experience.

Mitchell VanderWal, JRA director

Without individuals committing to these leadership roles, the organization does not prosper. I invite you to accept the challenge and make an impact on yourself and others. For more information and to access the application, click here.

“Being on the JRA board of directors was one of the most rewarding experiences in my youth career and helped give me the tools and connections to be successful in college and my professional career.”

— Anna, California

“Serving on the JRA board has impacted me by allowing me to talk to industry professionals and by helping me find my career path.”

— Emma, Iowa

“Serving on the JRA board has impacted me by providing opportunities to meet new people and tremendously expand my networking skills.”

— Mitchell, South Dakota

“Looking back on my experience with the JRA board, I’m very grateful for the communication and personal leadership skills I developed through board activities. Planning national events and working with producers from across the country was an excellent opportunity to learn, develop a resume and travel all while serving an excellent organization.”

— Kacey, North Dakota B&B

GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE

Addison Vowell, Perkins, Oklahoma

H/H Moonbeam 1128

RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE

Truett Tolar, Perkins, Oklahoma

T5 Charlotte 054

GRAND CHAMPION BULL

Paige Wood, Big Cabin, Oklahoma

Wood Red Blaze 0010H

2023 KENTUCKY BEEF EXPO

Champion Red Angus Heifer

Paige Van Dyke, Louisville, Illinois

FCFR KJHT Saucy 208

2022 MINNESOTA STATE FAIR

Champion Heifer

Sara Penzenstadler, Chisago City, Minnesota

Judge: Dave Allan

RESERVE CHAMPION BULL

Northline Angus, Androssan, Alberta, Canada

Red Northline KF Tuff

PREMIER BREEDER & PREMIER EXHIBITOR

Peacock Angus Ranch, Covington, Texas

State Shows

2023 ILLINOIS BEEF EXPO

Champion Ring B, Reserve Champion Ring A

Paige Van Dyke, Louisville, Illinois

FCFR KJHT Saucy 208

2022 MISSOURI STATE FAIR

Junior Show Supreme Champion

Carlie Jo Kleeman, Braymer, Missouri

TC Lola 96J | Judge: Kelsey Marek

HAVE YOU WON A NATIONAL, REGIONAL OR STATE SHOW?

Send the following to lisa@redangus.org:

• A high resolution photo

• Exhibitor’s name

• Show name

• Show date

• Show location

• Judge’s name