Have you ever had one of those experiences where you were in exactly the right place at exactly the right time? I can recall of few of those times in my life, and those experiences had a significant impact on me. Tom and Laura Field also experienced being in the right place at the right time, and they share about some of those times on today’s episode.

Tom’s career includes time at Colorado State University and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. He currently serves as the director of the Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Laura is very engaged with the Engler students, as well, while also serving as the legislative coordinator for the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. She previously worked for Nebraska Cattlemen and, prior to moving to Nebraska, she was a partner in the Denver-based lobbying firm Williams and Locke. Together, Tom and Laura make a great team, investing in the lives of the Engler students, while also balancing the various aspects of their careers and family.

Life has taken Tom and Laura on an interesting journey, and they say they have been fortunate to be at the right place at the right time when doors open to new opportunities. In today’s episode, Tom and Laura share about growing up on their family’s cattle operations – Tom in Colorado and Laura in Texas – and how that was a pivotal time in their lives. They talk about their career experiences and the valuable lessons they have learned along the way and provide insight into how they keep everything in balance.

Tom and Laura are passionate about agriculture and are committed to serving young people. I am thrilled to share their stories on this episode of Trailblazing in Agriculture.