Agriculture Future of America

Want to level up your career AND score free coaching at AllianceX 2025? 🎉 We’re giving 3 lucky winners the chance to unlock their potential with 2 FREE professional coaching sessions with Derek at AllianceX 2025! 🌟 🔑 What you’ll get: ✨ Personal growth strategies ✨ Leadership insights ✨ Clear career pathways ✨ Tools to tackle challenges like a pro 👊 How coaching helps: 💡 Build confidence & self-awareness ⚡ Enhance leadership skills 🎯 Balance work & life like a champ 🚀 Discover bold new career opportunities 🗓️ Here’s the catch: Winners MUST be registered for AllianceX 2025 by January 23. Register here ➡️ 🔗 https://bit.ly/AllianceX25

Are you ready to invest in yourself and your career? AllianceX 2025 is the ultimate opportunity to reconnect with AFA, network with like-minded leaders and level up your professional game. Here's why you need to be there: ✨ Rekindle Your AFA Journey: Whether you were part of the first Food Institute or a Leaders Conference, this is your chance to give back to the community that shaped you. Not an alumni? No problem. Join us anyway. 🤝 Network with Alums: Share your experiences navigating corporate America, farming or industry challenges. 📚 Continuous Learning: In today’s fast-evolving world, AllianceX offers insights into overcoming barriers and thriving in your career. Stay ahead with knowledge that matters. 🚀 Real ROI: Take the energy, relationships and learnings from AllianceX back to your workplace and drive real impact. This is more than a conference—it's an investment in you. Let’s pay it forward together. Let’s make a difference. Join us at AllianceX 2025! Sign up here ➡️ 🔗 https://bit.ly/AllianceX25

🎄 The holiday break isn’t just for Netflix binges and sleeping in (although we love those too). It’s your time to recharge and set yourself up for a killer next semester and beyond! 🎓 Here's how you can make the most of your time off: 1️⃣ Reflect & Recharge: Take stock of the semester. What worked? What didn’t? Set clear goals for the new year. 2️⃣ Build Connections: Send holiday wishes to mentors or professionals you admire. Stay on their radar and share your goals! 3️⃣ Learn Something New: Read a book, take an online course or pick up a skill that makes your resume shine. 4️⃣ Plan Ahead: Research spring opportunities like internships, scholarships or AFA events (hello, Animal Institute!). 5️⃣ Volunteer or Shadow: Give back to your community or shadow a professional to gain hands-on experience.

Don't forget about scholarships! The AFA scholarship application is open, and it's your chance to swim toward your future in ag! What you need to know: One application. Over 100 scholarship opportunities! Who can apply? High school seniors & undergrads pursuing ag or food related degrees. Awards: $1,600–$3,200 PLUS admission to the AFA Leaders Conference (travel excluded). Deadline is March 6, 2025 — https://lnkd.in/ehTXRgAu

🎯 Want to Attract & Retain Gen-Z Talent? Gen-Z isn’t just looking for a job—they’re looking for a workplace that gets them. 💡 Here are the 5 things they want most: 👉 Flexibility: Hybrid work, flexible hours—because 9-to-5 isn’t the only way to thrive. 👉 Purpose: They care about impact. Show how your company is making a difference. 🌍 👉 Inclusivity: A diverse, welcoming culture where everyone belongs is non-negotiable. 🌈 👉 Tech that Works: Outdated tools? No thanks. Streamline with the latest tech. 📱 👉 Growth Opportunities: They want to level up—offer mentorship, training and clear career paths. 🚀 💡 Ready to future-proof your workplace? Start by meeting them where they are. What is your workplace doing for Gen-Z? Start the conversation in the comments.

Stuck in your career journey? 🌟 AllianceX is your solution. 🚀 Here’s why you can’t miss it: 1️⃣ Learn real-world skills—think communication hacks, career strategy and more. 2️⃣ Join big-picture discussions to gain fresh perspectives and reignite your passion. 3️⃣ Gain clarity on how you can take the next steps in your career. 4️⃣ Walk away with confidence and a clear plan to lead in ag. 📍 AllianceX isn’t just an event—it’s your chance to level-up your leadership. 📲 Secure your spot now 🔗 https://bit.ly/AllianceX25 Early Bird Registration ends Jan. 23, 2025

Want to support on Giving Tuesday? Here's a great organization with a mission that impacts each and every one of us...

On this #GivingTuesday, we celebrate the incredible difference our donors and volunteers make in shaping the future of agriculture. 🎉 Your time and generosity fuel leadership programs, scholarships and life-changing opportunities for students across the country. Together, we’re growing the next generation of agricultural leaders. 💡 500+ volunteers dedicate 2,700+ hours each year to guide AFA students, review essays and much more. 🌱 73.4% of every dollar you give goes directly to programs that empower students and young professionals. Thank you for believing in the future of ag! Ready to make an impact? Start here! Volunteer: https://lnkd.in/gy-ZCv3W Give Now: https://bit.ly/DonateNow24 Become a Partner: https://bit.ly/AFA-Partner

You have the power to shape the future of agriculture—and it doesn’t just take a financial gift. Here’s how YOU can make a lasting impact with AFA: ✨ Volunteer Your Time – Review essays, support events or mentor tomorrow’s ag leaders. ✨ Share Your Expertise – Speak at events or lead workshops to inspire the next generation. ✨ Expand the Network – Recruit students, share AFA’s story or connect industry partners. ✨ Provide Opportunities – Open doors through internships or professional connections. ✨ Advocate for AFA – Champion leadership development in agriculture everywhere you go. ✨ Engage as Alumni – Join committees, attend events and give back to your AFA community. Every effort grows the future of ag. 🌱 Ready to make a difference? Find ways to give! Volunteer: https://lnkd.in/gy-ZCv3W Give Now: https://bit.ly/DonateNow24 Become a Partner: https://bit.ly/AFA-Partner

🌟 This Giving Tuesday, the future of agriculture needs YOU! 🌟 Whether it’s volunteering your time or making a donation, every effort helps grow the next generation of ag leaders. Together, we’re empowering students and shaping the future of agriculture. 💪🌱 Take action TODAY! Volunteer: https://lnkd.in/gy-ZCv3W Give Now: https://bit.ly/DonateNow24 Become a Partner: https://bit.ly/AFA-Partner