Team Behind the Bean

Meet the Illinois Soybean Association team. We're committed to helping move Illinois soybeans forward - through research, promotions, and educational programs funded but the Illinois soybean checkoff. Have questions or comments about how we can further the demand for soybeans? Let's connect.

 
 
Craig Ratajczyk
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Hansen, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Mark Albertson
Director Strategic Market Development
Mike Levin
Director Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs
Linda Kull PhD
Director Ag Innovations & Tech Transfer
Amy Roady
Director of Communications
Jayma Appleby
Director Industry Relations
Dustin Scott, CMP
Director of Operations
Stephen Underwood
Director of Technology
Erin Bradshaw
Controller
Jessica Scott
Staff Accountant
Andrew Larson
Marketing & Membership Program Manager
Rachel Peabody
Communications Manager
Stephen Sostaric
Meeting & Travel Coordinator
Kendra Young
Staff Accountant
Megan Miller
Ag Innovations and Tech Transfer Manager
Heather Atkinson
Support Services Coordinator
 

ISA Strategic Direction

ISA's vision is to enable Illinois soybean producers to be the most knowledgeable, sustainable and profitable in the global marketplace.

Strategic Direction

2017-18 Impact Report

Profitability is ISA's priority. But how we approach that has changed as the world around us changes. We are embracing bold ideas to set Illinois producers apart.

UN Sustainability Alignment

CONNECTING INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY
Illinois leads the nation in production of soybeans, an important protein source for animals and humans around the world. ISA believes that by working together, we can solve our greatest challenges and create the future we want. We're committed to leading collaborative efforts that bring innovative solutions that improve the social, economic and environmental well-being of our farmers, our communities and our world.

Sustainability Partners

sustainability partners