I am currently a graduate student at Southern Utah University studying Professional Communication. I am passionate about agriculture and the relationship between producer and consumer. There is a large gap between these two parties and it often comes down to miscommunication and relationships. With a long agricultural heritage and as a former student ambassador I have worked with groups that don’t always see eye to eye, and learned to facilitate conversations benefitting both the producer and consumer. Growing up on a farm I learned the importance and skill of hard work, and strive to always put 110% into what I am doing. I seek to improve myself daily and those around me by implementing Covey’s 7 habits, especially seeking to understand and then being understood. I have mentored students in leadership capacities and know how to collaborate with a team to plan events and work together towards a common goal, by utilizing open transparent communication. With a background in family operations and entrepreneurship I see a need and fill that need by being self-motivated but also thrive in collaborative situations. My strong love of agriculture has driven me to be a continuous learner in the industry. Participating in the producer and consumer side of business has given me a well- rounded perspective. I love contributing and adding value to businesses and human relationships. With a love for human connection and hearing people’s stories I find beauty in photography, writing and storytelling conversations. I am interested in business, thought leadership, agriculture, but especially the stories involved.