The National Junior Hereford Association Board of Directors

Over this summer, I had the opportunity to run for a director position on The National Junior Hereford Association Board of Directors. This position is a leadership role within the American Hereford Association. Not only are the directors ambassadors for the breed, but also they are considered the backbone of the association. They are leaders, teachers, and role models for the youth. They also plan many of the national shows that the junior members will participate and show at. They also are in charge of the many activates for the juniors at these shows.

As far as the ambassador position, the directors must follow up with breeders and be informed with what is going on within the cattle industry. They must be able to hold conversations with breeders about what is going on in the cattle industry without any complications. They should be able to talk to PETA representatives about how showing cattle is not harming them at all. They must be respectful and presentable and remember that they are representing the Hereford Association wherever they go.

Being a part of the Board of Directors has been one of the best experiences of my life. I have met so many amazing people and made some of the best friendships I will ever have. I have learned so many things about the cattle industry and the Hereford breed alone. I have learned to be respectful more than I already was and learned to be civil and presentable no matter where I am, because you never know who might be watching. Having this position has been an honor and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.