Our 2024 USPLTA Annual Meeting is filled with exciting, informational, and talented speakers!
Special thanks to our Sapphire Speaker Sponsors!
Mark Stewart serves as the president and CEO of Agriculture Future of America (AFA). He is responsible for leading the organization’s external relationships and strategic planning processes for short and long-term growth. He joined AFA in June 2011 as director of development and communications. Mark has extensive experience in development, fundraising, and communications, holding director and vice president roles in several organization throughout the Midwest. Mark is a graduate of Northwest Missouri State University where he received both his B.S. and M.B.A. degrees. He also earned his doctorate in educational leadership and policy analysis from the University of Missouri.
This year at the annual meeting, Mark will provide insight on how to catalyze the newest generation to enter the workforce. He will share strategies and approaches to inspire and engage the next generation of leaders in food and agriculture. Mark will share actionable insights on effectively bridging the gap between Gen Z's interests and the opportunities available in our industry, transforming them into the driving force behind the future growth, change and innovation ahead of us.
