This recognition is awarded to an experienced Extension professional who has consistently exhibited continuing leadership and excellence in Extension program planning, delivery, evaluation, in program, and/or administration over a career of 20 or more years. Data supporting measurable impacts of the candidate’s work in meeting needs of clientele will strengthen the nomination.

2021

• Sam Angima (national winner)

2020

• Wendy Hein

2019

• Debi Warnock (national winner)

2017

• Bill Braunworth

2016

• Shana Withee (national winner)

2015

• Joy Jones

2014

• Janice Cowan

2013

• John Williams

2012

• Marilyn Lesmeister

2011

• Patricia Dawson

2010

• Jeanne Brandt (national winner)

2009

• Holly Berry

2008

• Tammy Skubinna

2007

• Susan Busler

2006

• Janice Smiley (national winner)

2005

• Nancy Kershaw

2004

• Nellie Oehler (national winner)

2002

• Clint Jacks (national winner)

1998

• Linda Erickson

1997

• Gwil Evans

1995

• Duane Johnson

1994

• Len Calvert

1993

• Ray McNeilan

1992

• Roberta Anderson

1991

• Glenn Klein

1990

• Alberta Johnston