(Little Rock, AR) – The Arkansas FFA Foundation, Inc. is excited to announce the appointment of Taylor Wiseman as its new Executive Director, effective January 21, 2025. After a comprehensive national search conducted by Jorgenson Pace, Inc., Ms. Wiseman was selected for her outstanding qualifications, leadership experience, and unwavering commitment to advancing agricultural education and FFA in Arkansas.
Eric Hughes, Chair of the Arkansas FFA Foundation Board, stated, “Taylor brings a profound connection to Arkansas agriculture and a distinguished history of empowering and mentoring the next generation of agricultural leaders. Her experience in government, policy development, and stakeholder relations makes her uniquely qualified to lead our foundation. We are thrilled to welcome her to this vital role.”
Having been raised in Arkansas, Ms. Wiseman brings a wealth of experience in leadership, fundraising, and agricultural advocacy. She previously served as Professional Staff for the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Natural Resources under Chairman Bruce Westerman, where she led critical initiatives on forestry and public lands policy. Her impressive career also includes roles with the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry under Senator John Boozman and service as Arkansas FFA State President and National FFA President.
“I am deeply honored to serve the Arkansas FFA Foundation and the incredible students, educators, and supporters who make our work possible,” Ms. Wiseman shared. “As someone who has benefited greatly from the FFA, I am excited to lead eEorts that will empower the next generation of agricultural leaders and strengthen our rural communities.”
Ms. Wiseman’s background includes an M.S. in Agricultural Economics from the University of Arkansas and a B.S. in Agricultural Business from Southern Arkansas University. Her passion for agriculture and education has been evident throughout her career, from investing in the next generation of agriculturalists to advocating for policies that support Arkansas’ farmers, ranchers, and the wider agriculture industry.
The Arkansas FFA Foundation is dedicated to fostering agricultural education and leadership for the future of Arkansas’ agriculture industry. With Ms. Wiseman’s leadership, the Foundation looks forward to building on its legacy of service and innovation.
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Anthony Michelic
Jorgenson Pace, Inc.
817.915.4156
About the Arkansas FFA Foundation
The Arkansas FFA Foundation provides support to the Arkansas FFA Association, whose mission is to “make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.”
About Jorgenson Pace, Inc.
Jorgenson Pace, Inc. is a premier executive search firm specializing in identifying and recruiting top leadership talent for organizations across the United States.
