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 by the Illinois soybean checkoff. Have questions or comments about how we can further the demand for soybeans? Let's connect.

District Map

 
 
John Lumpe
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Hansen, CPA
Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operations Officer
Ashley Barry
Government Relations Engagement Manager
Erin Bradshaw
Controller
Deanna Burkhart
Agronomic Programs Coordinator
Nicole Butler, SHRM-CP
Human Resource Manager
Connie Copley
Guest Services Manager
Jennifer Jones, CCA
Research Agronomist
Melissa Kennedy
Projects Coordinator
Olivia Key
Communications Coordinator
David Knapp
IT Manager
David Kubik
Public Policy Manager
Andrew Larson
Director of Government Relations & Strategy
Kelsey Litchfield
Agronomic Outreach Coordinator
Todd Main
Director of Market Development
Megan Miller
Agronomy Programs Manager
Betsy Osman
Content Manager
Kati Owen
Executive Administrator to the CEO
Rachel Peabody
Director of Communications
Abigail Peterson, CCA
Director of Agronomy
Stephanie Porter, CCA
Outreach Agronomist
Heather Rod, SHRM-CP
Digital Communications Manager
Dustin Scott, CMP
Director of Operations
Jessica Scott, CPA
Senior Accountant
Brynna Sentel
Communications Coordinator
Jenna Siegel
Market Development Coordinator
Stephen Sostaric
Events Manager
DeAnna Thomas
Media Relations Manager
Madison Thomas
Accounting Specialist
Eileen Urish
Trade & Exports Manager
Greg Van Note
Information Support Specialist
Claire Weinzierl
Communications Manager
 

ISA Strategic Direction

ISA's vision is to be a market leader in sustainable soybean production and profitability by increasing demand and advocacy.

2019-2020 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.