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Chairman's Club

The American Royal Chairman’s Club is a group of emerging, Kansas City based professionals with high potential for success in their chosen field. These individuals exhibit their passion for community involvement and interaction by serving as ambassadors and leaders for the American Royal and promoting our mission.

The program was created with the intent that members will invest in the future of Kansas City, support the American Royal’s mission to impact the future of agriculture, and to develop future generations of leaders. Currently, the Chairman’s Club has around 40 members and meets almost monthly. Members of the Chairman's Club have the opportunity to participate in exclusive tours or presentations and meet with leaders of some of Kansas City's most exclusive companies and organizations. These opportunities give members insight into their own career paths and leadership styles.

Additionally, the group is responsible for Governor recruitment and supporting the American Royal through volunteerism and leadership. They host Governor recruiting events Royal After Hours and Uptown Hoedown each year. These events help introduce the Royal to a new group of people without traditional ties to agriculture.

Interested in joining the Chairman's Club? See the Membership section below for details.

2021 Chairman's Club Officers

Pat Macy
Co-Chairman
Sarah Tate
Co-Chairman
Grant Bargfrede
Committee Chairman
Richard Green
Committee Chairman

Members excited to gather again met in an outdoor setting at the Saddle & Sirloin Club after the Stay at Home Order was lifted. Masked, of course!

The Chairman’s Club visited 2018-2020 AR Chairman Charlie Tetrick’s company, Walz Tetrick, to get an inside look at the inner workings of an ad agency.

Pat Macy, 2020-2021 Chairman’s Club Co-Chair, shares job interviewing skills with high school students at Youth Leadership Day.

The KC Downtown Marriott hosted the club for an exclusive behind the scenes tour and heard leadership insights from GM, Rusty Macy and our very own Past AR Chairman, Cynthia Pistilli-Savage.

The Chairman’s Club members pooled their money together and formed a consortium which purchased 2 animals - over $8,500 - at our annual Junior Premium Livestock Auction. These purchases helped make some exhibitors’ dreams come true that night.

Chairman’s Club members attended the January Happy Hour at Tom’s Town Distilling Co. and received private tour of the distillery and its process.

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Membership

Chairman’s Club members come from a broad section of business, civic, and social circles and act as ambassadors for the American Royal in their respective industries. Members are typically under the age of 40, and have some familiarity with the American Royal’s mission and purpose to provide opportunities for agricultural competitive learning, educational experiences, and scholarships that inspire and cultivate dreams. Members must be or become Governors during their tenure in the club and volunteer during the season. Membership is limited to approximately 40 members at any given time.

Interested candidates can apply by submitting an online application, including a resume. Application period is January 1-21, 2022.

Major requirements of membership: Become a Governor of the American Royal, attend most Chairman’s Club monthly events, recruit at least 2 new Governors, volunteer 2 shifts, and promote the Royal positively. New members are required to attend American Royal 101 the week of February 28th through March 4th for on-boarding and to learn about the Royal and the Chairman’s Club. For other requirements, please request a copy of the Member Guidelines from [email protected].

Applications will open January 1, 2022.

Membership Application

Chairman’s Club leadership team, the American Royal Advisor, the American Royal Representative, and President and CEO will review prospective member submissions. If your application is considered for membership, a Chairman’s Club member will contact you to meet and discuss the commitment in more detail and answer any questions.

Prospective members will be notified of decision by early February. Member orientation will occur the week of February 28th through March 4th.

Questions? Contact the Chairman's Club at [email protected].

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