Our Staff
CARLY JORDAN
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Carly has been leading the Idaho FFA Foundation as Executive Director since 2023. She secures financial resources and oversees their distribution through scholarships, grants, events, legacy gifts, endowments, and other programs that support FFA members, chapters, and advisors statewide.
Carly attended the University of Idaho, where she studied Agricultural Business and Marketing. She has deep roots with Idaho FFA, having been involved since 2011 as a member, serving in elected roles, attending state, regional, and national conferences, and participating in multiple Career Development Events.
Outside of work, Carly enjoys gardening, cooking, animals, and the outdoors. In her free time, you can find her camping, spending time with her loved ones, and chasing after her Brittany Spaniel pup, Scout. Carly is a fifth-generation Idahoan involved in production agriculture.
Maggie Hammon
Program & Event Manager
Maggie currently serves as the Idaho FFA Foundation’s Program and Event Manager. She manages programming for the annual Scholarship Raffle, Gift of Blue, grants, and college and Washington Leadership Conference scholarships. In addition to programs, she is an integral part of the team in planning and hosting annual events like the State FFA Career and Industry Expos, annual Tee Up FORE FFA golf scrambles, sporting clay tournaments, and other programming and fundraising events.
Maggie attended the University of Idaho, where she obtained a B.S. in Agriculture Science, Communications and Leadership. She was involved with the Idaho FFA State Convention planning class (Ag. Ed. 350), an Ag. Ed. communications team, and the equine polo team. She most recently worked in the agriculture industry for Scoular, before joining the Idaho FFA Foundation staff in 2025. Maggie enjoys her work with students, donors, sponsors, and event planning, and is proud to help make an impact on the next generation of agriculture leaders.
In her free time, Maggie enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and horses, and getting outside.
Amie Betzold
Programs Coordinator
Amie completed her degree in Agriculture Education at the University of Idaho and teaches full-time at Madison High School. Amie was very active in her local FFA chapter during her time in high school. She participated in multiple different FFA officer positions, and career/leadership development events throughout her time in FFA. In 2023, Amie worked diligently to earn her American FFA Degree.
Amie assists in managing the Foundation’s Scholarship Raffle and Gift of Blue programs, and helping with student scholarships and golf scrambles! As Programs Coordinator, she enjoys building her networking and project management skills and giving a fresh perspective of a former Idaho FFA member and now agriculture educator.
Hannah Stolfus
Communications Intern
Hannah is a recent University of Idaho graduate in the field of Agriculture Science, Communication and Leadership. She is currently working on her master’s degree in agriculture communications. Growing up, Hannah participated in rodeo, rodeo queen competitions, Montana FFA, and more. She held several offices in FFA and participated in CDE and LDEs.
Hannah manages the Foundation’s social media accounts and assists with website design and other Foundation communications. As an intern, she is excited to build her communication skills and continue her involvement in the FFA organization.
Katelyn Alexander
Programs Coordinator – Youth Grants
As Program Coordinator of Youth Grants, Katelyn supports the administration of youth-focused grant programs, including the Foundation’s SAE Grant program made possible through Wells Fargo support. She works closely with students, educators, and partners to manage applications, coordinate awards, and ensure strong stewardship and reporting.
Passionate about expanding access to meaningful opportunities, Katelyn plays a key role in supporting student growth and career success through hands-on learning experiences in agricultural education.
2025-2026 Board of Trustees
Executive Committee:
Jerry Olson, Chairman
VP/Sr. Commercial Lending Officer
Zions Bank
Amy Smith, Vice Chair
Relationship Manager
AgWest Farm Credit
Holly Luna
Communications Manager
Amalgamated Sugar
LaChelle Bohner
Community Relations and Events Manager
Valley Wide Cooperative
Carly Jordan
Executive Director
Idaho FFA Foundation
Board Members:
Dr. Kasee Smith
Associate Professor
University of Idaho Department of Ag Education, Communications, and Leadership
Melissa Sherman
Executive Director
Idaho FFA Association
Chuck Radloff
Alumni Representative/Farmer
State FFA Alumni
Judy Woody
Business Owner/Farmer
Diamond W Farms
Kevin Barker
Notus High School Instructor
High Valley Consulting
Craig Lindquist
Realtor
Western Idaho Realty
Sid Freeman
Business Owner/Farmer
Sunny View Farms
Pat Dixon
Madison Junior High School Instructor
IATA Representative
Marc Beitia
American Falls High School Instructor
IATA Representative
Amy Nichols
Cambridge High School Instructor
IATA Representative
Christian Griffith
Branch Manager
D.L. Evans Bank
Stephen Parrott
Chief Financial Officer
Fort Boise Produce
Justin Patten
Director of Operations
Idaho Farm Bureau Federation
Andrea Gumm
Public Affairs Manager
J.R. Simplot Company