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Beefmaster hires new youth programs coordinator

published: November 25th 2022
source: Beefmasters Breeders United

BOERNE, Texas – Beefmaster Breeders United (BBU) is proud to announce that Laurel Kelley of Yoakum, Texas was recently hired to serve as youth programs coordinator. Her duties include managing all programs and events related to the Junior Beefmaster Breeders Association (JBBA) program.

      “I am passionate about the cattle industry and I am excited to work with the outstanding junior members within the Beefmaster family,” said Kelley.

      Kelley is originally from Yoakum, Texas and grew up showing cattle. Kelley graduated from Blinn college with an associate degree in animal science. During her time at Blinn College she was a member of the livestock judging team. She went on to attend Texas A&M University (TAMU) and obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in animal science, graduating in May 2022. While attending school at TAMU, Kelley was a member of the livestock judging team and a TALL program scholar. She also completed internships with the Texas Pork Producers and several livestock shows throughout the nation, including the San Antonio Livestock Show and Sioux Empire Livestock Show.

      Before coming to BBU and JBBA, Kelley served as programs coordinator at the Texas Beef Council in Austin, Texas.

      “Laurel has significant knowledge of the cattle industry, and she knows what it takes to be a manager of large events and programs,” says BBU Executive Vice President Joe W. Mask, PhD. “She will bring great energy to the youth program and serve as a great role model for our junior members. Laurel is dedicated to our Beefmaster breeders in every capacity. We are thrilled to have Laurel as part of the Beefmaster family.”