Megan and her husband Richard, along with their eight-year-old daughter Lyla, have produced tobacco, corn, soybeans, cotton and wheat over the past 13 years. Currently, they also have a cornmeal and grits business where they grow, grind and package their own cornmeal and grits. Megan has a deep love for sustaining the future of agriculture and, particularly, women in agriculture. Being part of the Women's Leadership Committee provides her an outlet to pursue her passion!

SC Ag in the Classroom Director Tracy Miskelly first became involved with Farm Bureau as a volunteer, serving on the state Young Farmer & Rancher Committee as well as the York County Farm Bureau Board. A Winthrop alum, Tracy is certified in Early Childhood Education and has taught multiple grades ranging from Kindergarten to Third. Tracy also spent time as a school based literacy coach, assisting teachers with instructional reading strategies. She lives in York with her husband, Jesse, daughter Emily and son Hayes. 

Jessica Cabrera has worked in education and training for more than 17 years, with experience ranging from public school classrooms to corporate learning environments in the U.S. and abroad. In her career of teaching, coaching, speaking, training, and developing learning experiences that meet people where they are, Jessica aims to equip others to excel. She is energized by inspiring people and organizations to overcome their challenges and reach their full potential.

Gizem Eras joined the Canadian Embassy in Washington, D.C. in September 2017, as Agriculture and Fisheries Counsellor.  She is responsible for trade policy issues related to meat and livestock, fisheries, regulatory cooperation and border issues. 

Ph.D. agricultural and applied economist specializing in policy analysis and commodity markets. International public speaker on issues related to U.S. policy, risk management, international commodity markets, and market outlook. A frequent contributor to national TV networks, radio and in digital and print media. Cleared advisor to U.S. Dept. of Agriculture on issues related to agricultural trade and agricultural statistics.