The Illinois Agricultural Leadership Foundation (IALF) has announced new leadership. Dr. Amanda Martin has been appointed as the organization’s new chief executive officer effective April 14, 2025. She most recently served as senior director of external relations at Farm Foundation. In a release, IALF says Martin brings a wealth of experience with a career spanning […]
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