We are beyond excited to welcome two outstanding young professionals to our marketing team this summer. Ella and Audra both bring deep roots in the livestock industry, impressive creative talent, and a genuine passion for agriculture. Their energy, experience, and drive to tell the stories of this industry make them the perfect additions to our team, and we can’t wait for you to follow along on their journey with us.
Originally from Zumbrota, Minnesota, Ella DeFrang grew up in the show barn alongside her siblings, where she discovered a true passion for raising and preparing cattle. That early love for the livestock industry led her to the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, where she’s majoring in Agricultural Communication and Marketing with a minor in Animal Science, the perfect combination of creativity and industry knowledge.
From running her own photography and design business to interning with the Minnesota Beef Council and managing the Minnesota Junior Spring Classic, Ella brings talent, drive, and real-world experience to our team. She has a sharp eye for storytelling and a deep appreciation for the people and programs that make this industry what it is.
We’re excited to see her creativity in action and can’t wait for you to follow along as she helps share the stories of livestock producers and exhibitors in a fresh, authentic way. Welcome to the team, Ella!
Hailing from Billings, Oklahoma, Audra Boyer was raised on her family’s sixth-generation diversified farming operation, where hard work was simply part of daily life, from running the grain cart during wheat harvest to breaking ice for cattle in the winter. Her passion for the livestock industry began at just 10 years old when she started showing goats, competing from the local level all the way to national stages.
Audra is currently a junior at Oklahoma State University, where she’s dual-majoring in Agricultural Communications and Agribusiness while earning a Professional Sales certificate. She also serves as a Video Intern for SUNUP through the OSU Agriculture Office of Communications and Marketing, sharpening her skills in Adobe Creative Suite and digital storytelling.
With a heart for agriculture and a drive to grow creatively and professionally, Audra is excited to travel, connect with livestock families across the country, and bring fresh energy to our marketing efforts. We’re thrilled to have her on board and can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make!