Rooted in Tradition, the Clay County Fair and Events Center is a year-round facility that annually hosts more than 300 events, including its signature event, the Clay County Fair. Known as “The World’s Greatest County Fair” since 1917, the Clay County Fair attracts more than 325,000 guests each September for nine-days of world-class entertainment, competition, food, fun, and the largest farm machinery show at any fair in the United States.

Museums

Clay County Fair Association

Jeremy Parsons

Connie Hurst

Wendy Stein

Phil Poutre

Mark Rees

Dennis Larson

Gayle Simons

Mike Bryan

Kathy Anderson

John Zinn

Greg Lear

David Brugman

Joanne Follon

Karen Schwaller

Joe Simington

Chuck White

VerDon Schmidt

Dan Skelton

Tracy Small

Doug Biedenfeld

Teresa Schoelerman

Charlie Elser

Cindy Kress

Quinton Harmon

Joel Stave

Steve Waller

Bonnie Pullen-Lehman

Tom Olin

Kate Rinehart

Marcia Langner

Kevin Tlam

Dana Metcalf

The Operations team at the Clay County Fair Association ensures the seamless execution of events by managing logistical details, setting up and maintaining facilities, coordinating food and beverage services, and overseeing general maintenance tasks. Their combined efforts guarantee that every event, from intimate gatherings to the grand nine-day Clay County Fair, runs smoothly and delivers an exceptional experience to all guests.

Operations

The Directors Team at the Clay County Fair Association oversees various critical aspects of the fair and year-round events. Each member focuses on their specialized area—competitions, partnerships, commercial exhibits, event services, and finance—working collaboratively to ensure smooth operations, successful partnerships, engaging exhibits, exceptional guest services, and sound financial management. Together, they uphold the fair's storied tradition and drive its continuous growth and success.

Directors Team

Clay County Fair Association

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Clay County Fair Association

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Board & advisors

Teams

Operations

Directors Team

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