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.

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John Lumpe
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Hansen, CPA
Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operations Officer
Heather Atkinson, SHRM-CP
Digital Communications Manager
Erin Bradshaw
Controller
Nicole Butler
Human Resource Manager
Jennifer Jones, CCA
Agronomy Manager
Melissa Kennedy
Executive Assistant
David Knapp
IT Manager
David Kubik
Public Policy Manager
Andrew Larson
Director of Market Development
Megan Miller
Agronomy Manager
Betsy Osman
Content Manager
Kati Owen
Staff Accountant
Jill Parrent
Communications Manager
Rachel Peabody
Director of Communications
Abigail Peterson, CCA
Director of Agronomy
Dustin Scott, CMP
Director of Operations
Jessica Scott, CPA
Senior Accountant
Brynna Sentel
Comunications Coordinator
Stephen Sostaric
Events Manager
Eileen Urish
Trade & Exports Manager
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.