Committees

The CAIA has many active committees designed to oversee and promote the various activities of the association. Member participation is always welcome. To become involved in a committee, please contact one of the Committee Chairs listed below.

The Legislative Committee
serves as a watchdog for state and federal legislative and regulatory issues that affect California agriculture and irrigation.
Chair: Paul McFadden (Chair), Curtis Lutje, Cory Broad (volunteer)

The Marketing Committee
participates in coalitions to promote California agriculture, creates press releases, and participates in social media on behalf of CAIA
Chair: Jim Lauria (Chair), Ryan Pehle, Madison Lester (volunteer)

The Membership Committee
works to develop and enhance membership benefits and actively seeks new members to the association.
Liz Goodman (Chair), Jordan Fortier, Cassandra Toves (volunteer)

The Programs Committee
coordinates CAIA activites such as the Webinars, the CAIA Fall Meeting and the CAIA World Ag Expo Meeting/Dinner.
Frank Toves, and Jane Townsend

The Student Resources Committee
works to promote CAIA and the industry as a viable career path for students, interacting with teachers and students at the high school, junior college and university level. The Committee also works to place interns in positions within CAIA member companies and to coordinate scholarships to students enrolled in agricultural irrigation programs at universities and community colleges.

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