Agriculture Future of America
Brian Friedman is an experienced professional who has held various leadership roles in development, fundraising, and organizational management. With a background in education and sport science/management, Brian has worked for organizations such as Agriculture Future of America, Washburn University Alumni Association and Foundation, KU Endowment, and St. Francis Health Center. Brian has also held positions at the American Council on Exercise, YMCA of San Diego County, and San Diego State University. Throughout their career, Brian has demonstrated their expertise in marketing, events, program management, and is currently serving as the Executive Director of the AFA Foundation at Agriculture Future of America.
Agriculture Future of America
AFA creates partnerships that identify, encourage and support outstanding college students and young professionals pursuing careers in the agriculture and food industry. Founded in 1996 by R. Crosby Kemper and other agri-business leaders, AFA offers leader and career development training and community-based academic scholarships for individuals in college pursuing a career in an agriculture-related field. AFA members share the belief that the production, processing and distribution of food and fiber, with support for agriculture business services, are vital for our nation’s economy, both now and in the future. These individuals share three characteristics – they are talented, passionate and committed to a career in agriculture. AFA’s strength comes from its unique partnerships with rural communities, corporations, foundations, colleges, universities, and individuals that support academic development, leader development and career development. This network creates an atmosphere that stimulates the development of professionalism, intrapreneurialism and intellectualism – each a key factor in human capital development.