Samantha Gilbertson

Samantha Gilbertson has extensive experience in event management and competition coordination, currently serving as the Competition Manager at the Minnesota State Fair since April 2012, having previously held roles as Competition Supervisor and Competition Specialist since May 2006. In this capacity, Samantha manages custom online applications for various competitions, ensuring public access and ongoing updates in collaboration with database programmers. Prior experience includes a role as Agriculture Education Assistant and Restorative Justice Intern at Men As Peacemakers, where Samantha co-initiated a Peer-to-Peer Group and facilitated support circles. Samantha holds a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology and Sociology from the University of Minnesota Duluth, obtained in 2009, and graduated from Roseville Area High School in 2005.