Jonathan Shell, Kentucky’s Agriculture Commissioner – Elect, announced Steve Kelly (Anderson County) and Jon Copley (Oldham County) will serve as Co-Chairs of his Transition Team. Kelly, former Deputy Agriculture Commissioner under now U.S. Rep. James Comer (R-KY-01), and Copley, an experienced executive in both government and private sectors, will help ensure a smooth transition when Shell takes over in January.
“Following in the footsteps of Commissioner Quarles and Commissioner Comer, I intend to make the Department of Agriculture a resource that Kentucky farmers can count on as they feed their neighbors and the entire world,” said Ag Commissioner-Elect Shell. “Agriculture impacts every Kentuckian. With the help of Steve, Jon, and my entire transition team, we will be ready to go on Day One to ensure the important business of the Department of Agriculture continues seamlessly.
The Transition Team will officially begin its work on Friday November 17th. Individuals interested in working for the Department of Agriculture are encouraged to submit their resumes at https://commissionershell.com/.
Serving alongside the co-chairs, representing a wide range of commodities, geographies, and expertise, the full Transition Team includes:
Warren Beeler, Grayson County
Darrell Billings, Powell County
Ryan Bivens, Larue County
Mark Bowling, Laurel County
Travis Burton, Garrard County
Judge Jamie Byrd, Barren County
Senator Jared Carpenter, Madison County
J.D. Chaney, Madison County
Jim Coleman, Fayette County
T.J. Comer, Franklin County
Rodney Dick, Pulaski County
Tyler Ferguson, Johnson County
Drew Graham, Clark County
Daniel Hayden, Daviess County
Adam Hinton, Fleming County
Wayne Hunt, Christian County
Magistrate Kevin Jefferies, Oldham County
Cary King, Mercer County
Bob McIndoo, Henderson County
Eddie Melton, Webster County
Brenda Paul, Bourbon County
Al Pedigo, Allen County
Representative Brandon Reed, Larue County
Russell Schwenke, Boone County
Jennifer Tucker, Warren County
