The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (LEAF) has achieved its inaugural fundraising goal of $2 million. Launched at Potato Expo 2020, Potato LEAF was created to provide tools and training to develop growers and industry members as leaders.
Within the foundation, the Founders Society acknowledges the inaugural contributors and recognizes donors of $10,000 or more. The board of directors has extended the opportunity to become a member of the Founders Society. Pledges can now be made through Dec. 31, 2021, with fulfillment by Dec. 31, 2023.
Potato LEAF has also created a new continuing education program for graduates of the Potato Industry Leadership Institute (PILI). The Institute Alumni Summit will take place virtually July 13-15 and will provide PILI alumni with training on leadership skills, conflict management and boosting team morale.
