Jolene has the honor to share with Michigan’s dairy farmers how the UDIM team works on their behalf to connect consumers to their products, grow sales of dairy foods and share the good stories of the industry, through her role as Director of Industry Relations. As a life-long dairy promoter and consumer, she knows the importance of sharing dairy’s story and helps farmers make personal connections with consumers through social media, presentations and community events. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and Natural Resources Communication from Michigan State University. Jolene is proud to have started her career on her family’s dairy farm in Hastings, MI, she can be found there often either helping with chores or instilling the passion for dairy onto six nieces and nephews she adores.