Wisconsin Holstein Association
Association Leadership
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is comprised of 12 individuals that represent the Wisconsin Holstein membership. The Board meets four times a year, and is responsible for guiding the Association and its members in the right direction.
Contact a Board Member
​Kurt Loehr, President
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Joe Meyer, Vice President
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Steve Maier, Secretary
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Ralph Petersheim, Executive Committee
Staff
Executive Director
Director of Communications
Director of Marketing & Membership
Committees
Membership involvement is essential to the success of WHA's events. Below is a list of committees with a brief description of each.
WHA members are welcome to be a part of the WHA committees they may call the WHA office at 800-223-4269 to ask to be a committee member or email us.
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Member Programming & Young Adult
Treasure Quest, State Picnic and member promotions are just a few of the responsibilities of this committee, which usually meets at least twice a year. This group also focuses on barn meetings and topics.
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Chair: Kurt Loehr
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Futurity and Advocacy
The Wisconsin Holstein Futurity is held each year in coordination with the Open Show at the Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis. Help plan this 20+ year tradition, from decorations to sponsors, the exhibitor meal and more. Every input and hand helps to pull off a great show in West Allis.
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Chair: Ty Hildebrandt
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Shows (Executive Show Committee & District Show Committee)
This committee focuses on helping shape the future of Wisconsin Holstein Association shows.
Co-Chairs: Krista Luedtke
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Scholarship
This committee is responsible for reviewing and selecting scholarship award winners for WHA. In 2020, over $16,000 worth of scholarships were awarded to members of the association. This committee also helps with acquiring donations for fund-building auctions.
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