Minnesota State Fair
Betsy Willey is an experienced protective service agent and guidance counselor with a diverse background in safety, security, and mental health support. Currently serving at St. Croix Preparatory Academy since October 2018, Betsy ensures the safety and welfare of K-12 students, faculty, and visitors while assisting with policy enforcement. As a reserve police officer at the Minnesota State Fair since July 2017, Betsy maintains public order and promotes community relations. Additionally, extensive self-employment as a life coach and mentor demonstrates a commitment to guiding individuals through personal and psychological challenges. Prior roles include security supervision, patient coordination, and program coordination in mental health, showcasing a robust skill set across various sectors. Education includes studies at Gustavus Adolphus College with ongoing coursework at Century College.
Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair is the region’s most iconic end-of-summer tradition. Twelve days of fun ending Labor Day, the Great Minnesota Get-Together annually welcomes more than 2 million guests to a world-class showcase of livestock, agriculture, horse, art, talent and creative activities competitions; 500 food items (including 80+ on-a-stick); 900 free entertainment shows by 100+ acts; Mighty Midway and Kidway; 1,000+ vendors; hundreds of demonstrations and exhibits for kids and adults; and more. The fair employs nearly 90 year-round full-time staff members. During the summer, about 450 seasonal staff are added. For the 12 days of the fair, approximately 2,300 people are hired to work for fair departments, and commercial exhibitors employ another 10,000. We hope you'll join us Aug. 24 through Sept. 4, 2023!