Josie Kelly has dreamed of being an FFA State Officer ever since she saw her sister, a past state officer and her biggest role model, on stage delivering her retiring address. Josie is the current Arkansas FFA President and a current student at the University of Arkansas. Since being in FFA, Josie’s confidence has grown. She hopes to influence others with leadership qualities, including authenticity, confidence and communication. Tune in to discover who Josie Kelly is and hear her agriculture journey.

On this week’s episode of ComGroup’s Women in Industry Podcast, hosts Lisa Van Hook and Carson Horn are joined by Brooke Bradford of Shirley, Arkansas. Brooke is a current college student and former Arkansas FFA President and National Officer Candidate. Brooke is a current sophomore studying ag communications at the University of Arkansas with two minors in journalism and event planning. Discover who Brooke Bradford is and learn more about her journey in part two.

On this week’s episode of ComGroup’s Women in Industry Podcast, hosts Lisa Van Hook and Carson Horn are joined by Brooke Bradford of Shirley, Arkansas. Brooke is a current college student and former Arkansas FFA President and National Officer Candidate. Brooke is a current sophomore studying ag communications at the University of Arkansas with two minors in journalism and event planning. Discover who Brooke Bradford is and learn more about her journey in part one.

On this week’s episode of ComGroup’s Women in Industry Podcast, hosts Lisa Van Hook and Carson Horn are joined by Allyssa Andrews of Wynne, Arkansas. Allyssa is the Vice President of the Arkansas FFA Eastern District and in that role, she facilitates camps in the summer, plans conferences through the year and works with first-year FFA members. On top of that she is also a full-time college student at Southern Arkansas University, where she is studying agriculture education in hopes of becoming an ag teacher. Tune in to hear Allyssa share her story of why she joined FFA and how she works with other women in FFA leadership to make an impact.

Listen to Bailey Faulkner share her personal journey from politics to non-profit mission work and the inspirational work Ozark Mission Project does in and around our community. Bailey lives by the idea that listening and learning from others is how we continue to grow.

Tracy Long, Vice President Communications, ABB’s North American Motion Business Area shares her inspiring story leading a group of storytellers who promote ABB’s products and solutions to customers. Tracy offers her insights being a woman in the manufacturing industry and how she always takes the job nobody else wants.

Jenna Martin, a young farmer from Arkansas, shares her inspiring story as the adopted daughter of two dedicated parents who have instilled a love for agriculture in her heart. Jenna offers a glimpse into her life as a young woman whose professional journey has led her back to the farm to take over the family business.

On this week’s episode, hosts Lisa Van Hook and Carson Horn are joined by Jennifer Cook of Wooster, Arkansas. As the first Executive Director of the Arkansas FFA Foundation, Cook’s primary responsibility is to raise financial support for the Arkansas State FFA by strengthening relationships with industries and individuals who desire to support agricultural education and the FFA. Her message is clear: the only way to secure a sustainable future is to invest in agriculture education. Listen in to learn about the important role FFA plays in the success of the Arkansas and US ag industries, plus hear how Cook traded in her pom-poms to follow her passion and start her career in agriculture.

On this week’s episode of ComGroup’s Women in Industry Podcast, hosts Lisa Van Hook and Carson Horn are joined by Rana Leanne Dowdy of Batesville, Arkansas. As High School Liaison at the University of Arkansas Community College in Batesville and owner/operator of RDH Farms, Rana is a busy woman. Still, she finds time to raise her daughter, imparting encouragement and her ranching knowledge as often as possible. Tune in to hear Rana share her emotional story about how she became involved in agriculture.

On this week’s episode of ComGroup’s Women in Industry Podcast, hosts Lisa Van Hook and Carson Horn are joined by Monica Paskewitz of Melbourne, Arkansas. As a District Conservationist for the United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, Monica helps farmers and ranchers make important management decisions for their farming operations. Focusing primarily on resource conservation, Monica advises landowners on how to be good stewards of their property and meet their production needs. Tune in to hear Monica speak about the hurdles she experienced in gaining the trust of her clients and peers as an aspiring professional woman in the ag industry.