Dalanie grew up on her family farm in Parnell, Missouri, where her passion for agriculture began at a young age. Growing up on the farm gave her countless opportunities to work with livestock and become actively involved in the agricultural industry. She was heavily involved in showing a variety of livestock species, including sheep, cattle, pigs, and rabbits, through FFA and 4-H, experiences that helped shape her leadership skills and love for agriculture.

During high school, Dalanie stayed active in numerous organizations and activities, including National Honor Society, Student Council, SkillsUSA, basketball, and track. Outside of school, she is a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and volunteers with Missouri Girls State, where she enjoys giving back to her community and supporting youth leadership development.

Dalanie graduated from Southwestern Community College with degrees in Agribusiness and Livestock Production. She is now working alongside her family on their cow-calf operation, where she continues to expand her knowledge and passion for the beef industry. In her free time, Dalanie enjoys spending quality time with family and friends and staying involved in the agricultural community.

Emily Johnson is an Agribusiness student at Brigham Young University–Idaho with deep roots in the cattle industry. Originally from Kimberly, Idaho, and raised in Stanwood, Washington, she grew up surrounded by registered Simmental and Angus cattle and the traditions of FFA, 4‑H, and agricultural education. With parents active in both FFA and PAS, Emily developed an early appreciation for the communities that shape the agricultural world.

Known for her strong work ethic and effective communication, Emily joined PAS in 2026 and quickly recognized its value in leadership development, career preparation, and hands‑on learning. Her involvement has strengthened her confidence, broadened her professional skills, and deepened her commitment to serving others in agriculture.

Alongside her studies, Emily has gained practical experience in agricultural operations, building strengths in organization, problem‑solving, and teamwork. She looks forward to contributing to PAS at the national level and supporting students across the industry.

Erin Kinney is a student at Southwestern Community College studying Ag Business, with plans to transfer to Iowa State University. Originally from Winterset, IA, she grew up surrounded by farmland, motorsports, and the motivation to succeed. Her passion for the agricultural industry runs deep. Although she didn't grow up in a livestock-oriented home, she has worked very hard to surround herself with talented people to learn and grow as a person. She thrives in the fast-paced environment and all the chaos that comes with the show industry, having genuine love for every minute spent in it. Spending most of her time in the sheep and goat barns through 4-H and FFA, she has developed a strong passion for agriculture, leadership, and helping younger students succeed. Erin has been deeply involved in FFA, Ag Club, and PAS, contributing over 200 volunteer hours to her community. Erin has strong communication skills, loves graphic design work, and has the ability to collaborate and adapt with all types of people. Erin enjoys using her creativity to bring ideas to life, motivate individuals, and use art as a form of self-expression. In addition to her academic and leadership roles, Erin owns and operates Pivot Design, a small business specializing in branding, logo design, custom apparel, and photography services for her local community. She looks forward to continuing to build her leadership skills and hopes to make a meaningful impact on the agricultural industry by serving as a 2026–2027 PAS National Officer!

Jesse grew in up in the rural community of Rigby, Idaho. He is part of the third generation of his family to live on and work on the family farm. Growing up on this small farm, with four brothers and parents that gave him opportunities, fostered a love and respect for agriculture. In 4-H he was able to raise, train, and show goats, which taught him the importance of hard work and consistence. In FFA, he had the opportunity to compete in the sales competitions which helped him understand the importance focusing on the individual needs and concerns of agricultural producers. These initial experiences with agricultural organizations showed him the ability that agriculture has to bring others together to teach and support one another. Since returning from serving and LDS mission he is currently attending BYU-I studying Agribusiness with clusters in Accounting and Agronomy. While at BYUI, he has been involved in PAS as the Idaho chapter’s treasurer and current vice president. Studying agribusiness at BYUI has exposed him to the broad range of opportunities that agriculture offers. He has been able to gain more experience through internships at a tax firm, and current jobs at a dairy in Rigby along with serving as a canal director, for two canals. These experiences have furthered his desire to contribute to the future of agriculture. He is excited to contribute to National PAS and help to educate others on the opportunities that can be captured by participating.

Brindelyn currently lives in Merrill and is finishing degrees in Dairy Science and Agribusiness at Northcentral Technical College. Growing up surrounded by the outdoors, she developed a strong appreciation for the agriculture industry through hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors with family and friends. Those experiences shaped her passion for agriculture and inspired her commitment to advocating for the future of the industry.

Today, Brindelyn continues to stay closely connected to agriculture through her work on a nearby dairy farm and at a local tool and equipment rental business. She enjoys working with people, learning new skills, and supporting industries that are essential to rural communities. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, spending time with friends and family, and hunting with hound dogs. Brindelyn is passionate about serving others, promoting agricultural education, and representing students across the country as a positive voice for the agricultural industry and the future of Professional Agricultural Students.

Erin Collins, of Union, Iowa, was raised on her family’s Heritage row-crop and cow-calf operation, where she developed a strong work ethic and a lifelong passion for agriculture. Growing up actively involved in daily farm responsibilities, she gained valuable experience caring for livestock, operating equipment, and understanding the importance of stewardship within the agricultural industry.

Erin is a recent graduate of Ellsworth Community College, where she earned an Ag Transfer Degree. During her time at Ellsworth, she was actively involved in Student Senate, Conservation Club, Ag Club, and served as the 2025-2026 Iowa PAS Secretary. These leadership experiences strengthened her communication skills, broadened her perspective on the agriculture industry, and reinforced her passion for advocacy and education.

This fall, Erin will attend Iowa State University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Education. She plans to become a high school agriculture educator, with the goal of inspiring future generations to better understand and appreciate the agricultural industry and its impact on everyday life. Erin is passionate about agricultural advocacy and believes education plays a critical role in connecting producers and consumers.

In addition to her academic and agricultural involvement, Erin enjoys quilting, baking, showing her horse Mac, and remaining actively involved in the day-to-day operations of her family’s farm. Her dedication to leadership, education, and the agriculture industry continues to guide her personal and professional goals.

Aubrey Arneson resides in Mosinee, Wisconsin, with her mom and grandma. She recently graduated from Northcentral Technical College with degrees in Ag Business and Agronomy. Following graduation, she will begin working at a local insurance company while obtaining licenses in crop insurance and property and casualty insurance. Aubrey discovered her passion for agriculture in high school through FFA, where her advisor helped her secure a job milking cows and sparked her interest in dairy. She also raised and showed pigs through 4-H for four years at the Wisconsin Valley Fair. Aubrey has held several leadership roles in PAS, including Chapter President, Wisconsin State PAS First Vice President, and currently National Vice President of Conference Planning. In her free time, she enjoys baking, outdoor activities, and spending time with her family, friends, boyfriend, and her Golden Retriever, Chevy.

Brad grew up on a beef cattle operation near Cross Timbers, Missouri and holds a Master’s Degree in Technology. Upon completion of his college career, Brad spent 17 years in the seed industry before transitioning to community college agriculture education where he spent 15 years teaching agronomy and agribusiness courses. Today, Brad serves as the Interim Executive Director for National PAS, teaches agriculture classes for the
University of Central Missouri, and works on the family farm.
Brad lives in the community of Shawnee Mound with his wife Tiffany and is active in his community.

Kevin teaches at Ellsworth Community College in Iowa. He main teaching areas are Precision Agriculture and Beef Production. PAS played a life- changing role in his younger life. 

Joelle has been passionate about PAS since joining as a member of the Ridgewater College Vet Tech PAS chapter.  She served as the 2020-2021 National PAS Vice President and now continues to support PAS as a Industry Representative on the National Board. Joelle has practiced veterinary medicine as a credentialed technician in South Dakota and Minnesota. She currently is a Laboratory Technician for Select Genetics.  She loves discussing animals, veterinary medicine, and opportunities in agriculture. 

Dr. Scott Stehlik, DVM, BCC, joined Iowa Select Farms in the summer of 2025 as Vice President of Support Operations. In this role, he oversees Health Services, Transportation, Production
Well-Being, and Crew Services, driving operational excellence across the organization. To further enhance his leadership capabilities, Dr. Stehlik became a board-certified executive
coach in 2022, deepening his commitment to developing people and driving organizational growth.

Neil Venhuizen is from the state of Wisconsin. He has been passionate about PAS since joining the organization as a student at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. Neil served as a 2025-2026 National PAS Vice-President of Marketing and now serves the organization as the chair of the Alumni and Friends PAS Foundation. 

William has a passion for the future of agriculture. He believes that future includes PAS. He currently resides in Minnesota where he runs his business. 

Wyatt DeJong is the South Dakota FFA Executive Secretary for the South Dakota Career & Technical Student Organizations. Wyatt earned his degree in Agricultural Education from South Dakota State University in December of 2013. His agriculture roots developed on the family ranch in south central SD where he still resides with his wife, Zana, and their new sons, Boone and Zeke. Wyatt has a passion for cattle genetics and especially the Maine-Anjou breed where he has completed two terms on the American Maine-Anjou Association Board of Directors. He enjoys being a livestock judge at a variety of local county fairs.

​Dana is an executive meeting producer and event planner with over 20 years of experience in producing amazing meetings and events. Her expertise extends across the entire event spectrum, encompassing event strategy and design, production, planning, and logistics management.  Dana has worked with clients from large corporations to small associations and has planned meetings from Hong Kong to Cancun. Her background also includes experience in the airline industry and banking. Dana holds a BA degree from the University of Minnesota in International Relations, speaks several languages, and has traveled all over the world.

Charl teaches at Northcentral Technical College in Wisconsin. He has been teaching agriculture courses for over 9 years and has led the PAS club for over 4 years. He loves seeing the enthusiasm and excitement from the students as the participate in the club as well as sharing his commitment to agriculture with the community. 

Dustin is an Agribusiness and Farm Management instructor at Blackhawk Technical  College in Wisconsin. He resides near South Wayne, Wisconsin with his wife Aimee and their five children. Dustin helped start the PAS chapter at Blackhawk Technical College in 2010. Dustin has also been a Wisconsin and National CPA coordinator for a number of years and was a past national advisor of the year. He is currently assisting the WI PAS organization as the Assistant State Director and is excited about opportunities to make an impact on the National PAS board.    

​Nate Dobbels advises students at Iowa State University, while advising the PAS club, is chair for the CALS Honors Committee and assists in various other roles related to his position. Nate is a 2012 ISU Agriculture and Life Sciences Education- Teacher Certification graduate. He has a master’s degree in Postsecondary Education: Student Affairs from the University of Northern Iowa. He has a background in production agriculture and experience in higher education, career services, community college relations, financial aid, and alumni relations. 

Mike is a professor of agricultural education and associate dean for personal and finance in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University.  He is nationally and internationally known for is teaching and research related to experiential learning. He was instrumental in establishing PAS as student organization at Iowa State and currently represents the American Association for Agricultural Education (AAAE) on the board. 

​Sarah Mills-Lloyd is an Instructor and Department Chair of
Agriculture at Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton,
Wisconsin. With more than 15 years of experience in veterinary
medicine, extension education, and agricultural instruction, she
is passionate about agricultural education and inspiring students
to excel in their future careers. Previously, she worked as an
Assistant Professor and Agriculture Agent with the University of
Wisconsin Extension and as a large animal veterinarian. She
holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of
Wisconsin-Madison and dual bachelor's degrees from
Moorhead State University, Minnesota. She has contributed to
agricultural education both domestically and internationally, and
remains active in professional veterinary associations and
community service projects.

Katie Fremaux is an early-career ag professional from Virginia who found her way into the industry during a college internship, despite not growing up around agriculture. She earned her degree from NC State University and got her start as a corn and soybean sales rep in northeastern Iowa. Now based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, she works as the Midwest Assistant Product Development Manager for Sakata Seeds America, where she supports variety trials and grower engagement across the region. Katie is passionate about helping students from all backgrounds find their footing in agriculture; she is excited to support PAS and had the opportunity to attend her first National PAS Conference in Sheridan, WY.