National Officer Archives

Service Work ‘Fills My Cup’
This past national FFA president explains why advocacy for agriculture brings her great joy.

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By Kim HillPublished On: June 5th, 2026Categories: The FeedTags: alumni and supporters, jackie mundt, Kansas, living to serve, National OfficerViews: 3
Past National FFA President Commits to Lifetime of Ag Advocacy
Gary Swan’s FFA roots set the stage for personal growth and career success.

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By Kim HillPublished On: April 9th, 2026Categories: Alumni & Supporters, FFA New Horizons, National Officers, The FeedTags: Alumni, alumni and supporters, gary swan, National Officer, pennsylvaniaViews: 207
Chart Your Course: The 98th Michigan FFA State Convention
From historic milestones and inspiring workshops, to award recognitions and the election of the 2026-27 state officer team, discover how this year’s theme came to life.

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By Kamryn BillingsPublished On: March 28th, 2026Categories: FFA in the USATags: agriculture, Eastern Region, FFA in the USA, LDE, lilly nyland, michigan, Michigan FFA, National Officer, SAEs, service project, state convention, State OfficersViews: 562
National Officer Q&A: Who Has Impacted Your Journey?
Members of the 2025-26 officer team reflects on those that impacted their journeys in the blue jacket.

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By FFA New HorizonsPublished On: January 18th, 2026Categories: FFA New Horizons, National Officers, The FeedTags: 2025-26 National Officer Team, Claire Woeppel, Jael Cruikshank, Joey Nowotny, lilly nyland, National Officer, Q&A, T. Wayne Williams, Trey MyersViews: 73
T. Wayne Williams Steps Into National Office, Leading With Service and Community
The 2025-26 National FFA Southern Region Vice President conveys his inspiring FFA journey and memorable stories to fellow members on the Sow and Serve Podcast.

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By Sophey ErringtonPublished On: December 11th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: 2025-26 National Officer Team. southern region, 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, ffa, FFA in the USA, FFA in the USA reporters, national convention, National FFA Southern Region Vice President, National Officer, southern, Southern Region, T. Wayne Williams, Tennessee, tennessee ffaViews: 195
The Power of Believing: Caroline Groth’s Path to Becoming a National FFA Officer
How this Locust Trace FFA Alumna from Kentucky became involved in our organization and continues to reach new heights.

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By Colton RuddPublished On: January 17th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: Eastern Region, kentucky, National OfficerViews: 711
Retiring Address: Emily Gossett
2023-24 FFA Western Region Vice President Emily Gossett delivered her retiring address to FFA members and guests at Session 6 of the National FFA Convention & Expo. Click the player below to listen to her speech, “Welcome Home.” (Download)

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By Tom BrandPublished On: October 25th, 2024Categories: Convention AudioTags: emily gossett, National OfficerViews: 504
On the Record: Jose Santiago
The first-ever Hispanic national officer on the difference FFA made in his life and the legacy he left in return.

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By Jessica MozoPublished On: August 15th, 2023Categories: FFA New Horizons, National Officers, On The Record, The FeedTags: jose, national ffa officer, National Officer, Puerto Rico, santiago, Vice PresidentViews: 1519
5 Tips for Personal Growth
A former national FFA vice president shares habits that can help you reach your goals.

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By Courtney Leeper GirgisPublished On: August 15th, 2023Categories: The FeedTags: laila hajji down, National Officer, Personal Growth, tipsViews: 2152
On the Record: Jimmy Dillon
Past national officer Jimmy Dillon says FFA can benefit every student, everywhere.

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By Jessica MozoPublished On: August 4th, 2023Categories: FFA History, FFA New Horizons, On The Record, The FeedTags: jimmy dillon, Louisiana, national ffa president, National OfficerViews: 1149
Premier Leadership Runs in the Family
Learn from the Seibel siblings about how their childhood shaped them into the agricultural leaders they are today.

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By Bev FlattPublished On: April 12th, 2023Categories: FFA New Horizons, National Officers, Premier Leadership, The FeedTags: Leadership, National Officer, seibel, siblings, virginaViews: 1461
National Officer Q&A: How FFA Shaped My Career Aspirations
The national FFA officers share their career goals and how FFA helped develop them.

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By FFA New HorizonsPublished On: January 20th, 2021Categories: FFA New Horizons, National Officers, The FeedTags: career, job, National Officer, Q&A, saeViews: 741