Jr. Board Member Spotlight
John Fischer - Treasurer
NAJRAE The Angus in Oklahoma Fuzion Show is coming up in June in Woodward. Don’t miss the Pre-Show EmpowerU Series unpacking all that it will bring for the young people of the Red Angus breed. In this episode, we unpack the history of NAJRAE: how it started and the evolution of what it is today.
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Dan Steen - Sr. Board Member
Don’t miss our discussion with Dan Steen regarding his family’s travels from Canada to Oklahoma, and how they’ve brought Canadian traditions to the Angus in Oklahoma Fuzion Show happening next month in Woodward.
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Ryan Sweeney - Former President
Listen to Ryan Sweeney’s insights about all the youth has to offer its Red Angus Association. The Angus in Oklahoma Fuzion Show is next month in Woodward. Don’t miss the Pre-Show EmpowerU Series: Part 1 features Junior Board Spotlights, and Part 2 features Senior Board Spotlights.
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Jonathan Chandler - Committee Member
Listen in for Jonathan’s outside-the-livestock-industry perspective on the marketing side for NAJRAE. Its Angus in Oklahoma Fuzion Show is next month! Don’t miss the Pre-Show EmpowerU Series on Apple and Spotify now.
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Moo-Madness Highlights Featuring Lane Steen
Want to know something more intriguing about this national level show? They bring international fun! A product of the Canadian way has taken place at Fuzion in Moo-Madness. A march madness style bracket where cattle go head to head and are judged by a panel of judges. With prize money, excitement and competition it doesn’t get much better. Tune in to how it works from the fellow Canadian himself that introduced it.
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Group Discussion - Dalia Weber, Madison Fischer, and Legacy Murphy
Now that all of the individual spotlights are streaming, we decided to bring a few to discuss a variety of topics. From the history of the show to the impact and influence Fuzion is providing, alongside some show highlights. From Heifer, Steer and even Bull shows, Fuzion allows and provides something for everyone!
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Dalia Weber - President
Dalia Weber, 21, is the daughter of Todd and Valerie Weber of Rock City, Illinois. Dalia is currently a senior at the University of Wyoming, majoring in Professional Sales and management. She plans to continue her passion for sales by entering the insurance industry upon graduation. She can't wait to see everyone in Woodward, Oklahoma!
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Madison Fischer - Vice President
Madison Fischer, 20, is the daughter of John and Mandy Fischer of Hempstead, Texas. They raise registered Red Angus and Red Brangus cattle. Madison is currently a Sophomore at Northern Oklahoma College majoring in Agribusiness, while being a member on the Livestock Judging Team. She plans to continue her passion within the industry by becoming an Agricultural Lawyer. She is excited to see everyone in Woodward, Oklahoma next year!
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Brooke Calteaux - Leadership Director
Brooke Calteaux, 21, is the daughter of Brian and Annette Calteaux of Winona, Minnesota. They raise registered Red Angus. Brooke is a Junior at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, majoring in Agricultural Education with a minor in Horticulture. Brooke is excited to advocate for the industry as an Ag and Industrial Tech Teacher where she will share her passion with the next generation! She’s looking forward to seeing everyone this summer!
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Bridget Weese - Communications Director
Bridget Weese, 22, is the daughter of Brian and Jenni Weese, of Buffalo, MN. Their family raises registered and commercial Black and Red Angus. Bridget graduated from South Dakota State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and Ag Marketing. She has returned home to her family’s operation and is a certified metabolic health coach. She can’t wait for all of the fun we will have this summer in Woodward, OK!
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Legacy Murphy - Membership Director
Legacy Murphy, 18, is the daughter of Charlene Rein-Murphy and Robb Murphy of Paola, Kansas. With her family, she runs a herd of Red Angus cattle and continues to exhibit sheep, goats, and pigs. Legacy is a freshman at Butler Community College, pursuing a degree in Animal Science while being a member of the Livestock Judging Team. She’s looking forward to connecting with familiar faces and making new friends in Woodward, Oklahoma next summer!
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Ashbee Norman - At Large Director
Ashbee Norman ,19, is the daughter of Tommy and Mary Norman of Ramer, Alabama. Ashbee is currently a freshman at Auburn University majoring in veterinary medicine. She plans to continue her passion within the industry by becoming a large animal veterinarian specializing in bovine reproduction. She’s so excited to see everyone in Woodward this summer!
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Lane Steen - At Large Director
Lane Steen, 18, is the son of Dan and Erin Steen of Dundurn, SK Canada. He grew up showing Red Angus cattle along with show steers. Lane is currently attending Blinn College pursuing a degree in Agricultural Business and being a member of the Livestock Judging Team. He’s excited for all of the ‘Moo Madness’ to come this summer in Woodward, Oklahoma!
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Collin Zuckschwedt - At Large Director
Collin Zuckschwerdt, 19,is the son of Mark and Janelle Zuckschwerdt of Bloomfield, Indiana. Together they raise and sell Black and Red Angus cattle. Collin is attending Vincennes University this fall pursuing a degree in Ag Business with an Animal science focus. He plans to continue his passion in the industry by becoming a livestock commodities salesman. He’s excited to see everyone in Woodward this summer.
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Kris Nagel - Junior Advisor
Kris Nagel and her husband Mark live in Alhambra, Illinois with their son Peyton where they raise Red Angus cattle. Kris is a pharmacist currently working for Walgreens and has been in management for more than 30 years. She has been a volunteer for many youth organizations over the past 25 years including Boy Scouts, FFA, numerous youth sports teams and was the Jr Advisor for the Illinois Red Angus Association. Kris attended her first NAJRAE in 2016 in Springfield, IL and hasn't missed one since. As Jr Advisor Kris hopes to utilize her management skills and passion for our youth to build future leaders in our organization and industry. When asked about why her role is important to her she said, "Maybe I can't change the world, but I think I can change someone's world, and that's all that matters to me."!
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