Six new National Junior Angus Board directors

Six new National Junior Angus Board directors
These six individuals were elected to serve on the National Junior Angus board of directors during the closing ceremonies at the 2021 National Junior Angus Show in Grand Island, Nebraska on July 16. Pictured from left are Avery Dull, Westminster, Md.; Nicole Stevenson, Joliet, Mont.; Marcie Harward, Richfield, N.C.; J. Gordon Clark, Gretna, Va.; Kathryn Coleman, Modesto, Calif.; and Kinsey Crowe, Eaton, Ohio.
July 23rd, 2021 | Whitney Whitaker, Angus Communications

Raising and showing cattle is a big component of the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA). However, the leadership skills developed through the NJAA are second to none. One area to grow as a leader in the NJAA is the through serving on the junior board of directors. During the closing ceremonies at the 2021 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) in Grand Island, Nebraska, as six members retired, six new board members were announced on Friday, July 16.

Running for the National Junior Angus Board is an intense, thorough process that starts months before the NJAS with an application and interview. During the week of the NJAS, candidates meet with members and delegates from across the country. Once elected, members serve a two-year term; the first year on the board of directors and the second as officers of the junior association. Over the two years, members will travel to shows and conferences, plan educational events for junior members, promote the Angus breed while assisting the National Junior Angus Association in other membership outreach.

At the closing ceremonies, the new officer team was announced. Alex Cozzitorto of Olathe, Kansas, and Eric Schafer of Owaneco, Illinois, will lead the team as the Chairman and Vice-Chairman, respectively. Those two are supported by Angus Foundation Director Josh Jasper of Nicholasville, Kentucky; Communications Director Walker McDermott of Wiota, Iowa; Education Director Cutter Pohlman of Hereford, Texas and Events Director Garret Schuering of Thompson, Missouri.

The newly elected board members are talented individuals who are passionate about the Angus breed all they can do to serve the Association and its junior members. The six new members include J. Gordon Clark, Gretna, Virginia; Kathryn Coleman, Modesto, California; Kinsey Crowe of Eaton, Ohio; Avery Dull, Westminster, Maryland; Marcie Harward, Richfield, North Carolina and Nicole Stevenson, Joliet, Montana.

Get to know the new National Junior Angus Board

J. Gordon Clark is an Angus enthusiast from Virginia and currently an animal science undergraduate student at Kansas State University. Clark was mentored through his time in the junior program by Alex Rogan, previous National Junior Angus Board director as Clark believed Rogan embodied the true meaning of the “Angus Family.” Gordon hopes to showcase similar traits as he works with junior members from coast to coast during his two-year term.
“Each of our fellow members, old and young, have a story to tell and I cannot wait to get to take the time to learn and listen from them,” Clark said. “Getting to have adventures with members from all over the country will create more memories than I can count.”

Kathryn Coleman was born and raised in the Sunshine State of California on her family’s Angus operation. Coleman followed in both her father and brother’s footsteps showing and being involved in the NJAA. Ever since her first NJAS in Kansas City in 2013, Coleman’s passion and love for the breed is showcased through her state involvement. This fall, Coleman will be a sophomore at Kansas State University majoring in animal science with a business option. Following her time in Manhattan, Kansas, Coleman wants to attend Texas Christian University to get a masters in farm and ranch management. “As previous Green Coats have made a positive impact on me, I cannot wait to give back to the organization that shaped me,” Coleman said.

Kinsey Crowe is an Ohio native that is attending Oklahoma State University majoring in animal science. Crowe grew up on a small cattle and crop operation that led to her involvement in junior and state associations. Livestock and the NJAA have taught Crowe significant life skills that she will use during her two-year term on the junior board. Following her junior and senior year at OSU, Crowe aims to work in pharmaceutical sales for the cattle industry. “I am very excited to serve on the National Junior Angus Board where I will get to meet more junior across the country and work with them at shows and leadership conferences,” Crowe said.

Avery Dull is a Maryland native, which is home of Blue Crabs, Old Bay and Board Walk French Fries. As Dull takes on this leadership role she aspires to promote the Angus breed and the agricultural industry by encouraging member involvement and by providing meaningful opportunities to junior members. Dull will be a sophomore this fall at Kansas State University where she is an animal science pre-vet student who hopes to attend veterinary school following her undergraduate degree. “My goal while on the junior board is to use all the knowledge I have learned from the Association and use it to further improve a member’s individual experience in the NJAA,” Dull said.

Marcie Harward hails from the state of North Carolina as a beef enthusiast who grew up involved in several different segments of the industry. From raising and selling registered cattle to video auctions, Harward is knowledgeable but also an active leader in her community. Currently, Haward is heading into her sophomore year at North Carolina State University working toward her degree in agricultural business management. From there she plans to become a veterinarian focused on animal genetics and reproduction. “As I start my two-year term, I am excited to see how I can make an impact on juniors in my new role as a junior board of director,” Harward said. “I am excited to make new connections and be able to make a difference on juniors as junior board members did for me!”

Nicole Stevenson is a fourth generation Angus breeder from the Big Sky State of Montana. Throughout her years in the business and show ring, Stevenson has learned the value of a strong work ethic, commitment and leadership. As a junior at Montana State University, Stevenson is working to finish her bachelor’s degree before she pursues a career in the cattle industry and helps her family operation. “During the next two years, I’m excited to make connections with juniors across the United States,” Stevenson said. “I hope to share my enthusiasm for Angus cattle with young members and help them pursue their interests.”

To learn more about the National Junior Angus Board or the National Junior Angus Association, visit https://www.angus.org/NJAA

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