2007
Risk
and Profit Conference August 16-17, 2007
K-State Alumni Center
Manhattan, Kansas
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Elwynn
Taylor
Iowa State
University professor of Ag Meteorology, Elwynn Taylor, has a vision of mega-trends in
technology, climate and society that opens the horizons of our
enigmatic world. His extensive knowledge and understanding of
the world around us enlightens and entertains professional and
general audiences. His insightful presentations are immediately
useful in the management of business and life. Few can explain
the complexities of our world in a manner as clear, concise, and
pleasant, as does Dr. Taylor.
Dr. Taylor received his
doctorate in Biology from Washington University in St.
Louis. Scholars internationally recognize his expertise in the
interactions of the biological and the physical environment.
Widely requested for banquet, convention and technical keynote
presentations, audiences value his affable and informative
delivery. He is recipient of the “Distance Learning Innovator’s
Award,” the “Excellence in Extension Education,” and the
national “Excellence in Economic Education” awards. He received
the Iowa Regent’s “Professional Achievement” award. In 2003 he
received the “Distinguished Service to Agriculture” award
presented by the Iowa Farm Bureau.
Sarah Fogleman
Sarah Fogleman is an Extension Agricultural Economist at
Kansas State University. Sarah is nationally known for her
expertise in human resources management on farms and ranches.
She received her BS from Oklahoma State University and her MS
from Cornell University. Well-known as a captivating speaker,
Fogleman organizes and is a principal speaker at K-State’s
annual Human Resources in Agriculture conference, which attracts
participants from across the nation.