Leadership Institute

“It’s a great investment in you. It’s a great investment in your community that you’re going to take these skills back to and it’s a great opportunity to meet some other wonderful people in the potato industry.” Laurie Widdowson, CSS Farms, LLC, Kearney, NE

“This program has opened so many doors for me. It has helped me understand that we are a part of something so much bigger.”  

Cliff Shaw, RPE, Monte Vista, CO 

“It’s easy to get laser focused on your local industry and company. It allowed me to see the bigger picture and meet some amazing current and future potato industry leaders. Networking during our travels from coast to coast, touring multiple operations, professional business training, and  educating Capitol Hill on the industry, sums up the experience of a lifetime!”

Mike Phillips, Walther Farms, Three Rivers, MI

"This program showed me my strengths as a leader and how to best utilize them on my farm and for the potato industry."

Brent Harrison, Harrison Farms, Center, CO

“Whether you work on a farm, manage or own one, or contribute in another area of the industry, the Leadership Institute provides an exceptional opportunity to build connections, develop leadership skills, and expand your industry knowledge, all while having fun!” 

Brendan Blackstone of Blackstone Growers and Blackstone Seed Growers, Caribou, ME

"The Leadership Institute is a great aid in helping all generations in the potato industry, young and old, to obtain some of the tools needed to become strong advocates for the industry. Everyone within our industry would benefit from the program no matter their status within the industry."

 Tyler Maughan, Hardy Farms, Oakley, ID