We asked them: “What do you hope to get out of the MVP program?”
Aaron Burns
Big Green Umbrella Media, CITYVIEW
Advertising Sales Manager
Years in the industry: 9
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I'm looking to improve my management skills and professional growth and get a better look at the publishing industry from different perspectives.
Ashley Huisman
New Century Press
Graphic Designer
Years in the industry: 5
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? Being a part of the MVP group, I’ve enjoyed getting to know others in the business and bounce ideas off each other and learn from each other. We’ve had many useful and eye-opening discussions where we learn so much about our industry, our peers and even ourselves.
Amy Kyllo
Star Publications - Dairy Star and Country Acres South
Staff Writer, Editor
Years in the industry: 2.5
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I am excited to continue in the MVP program to grow my network — which is vital as a remote worker — and to be encouraged towards professional growth.
Julia Merten
Star Publications - Country Acres and Dairy Star
Territory Marketing Representative
Years in the industry: 3
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I have been part of the MVP group for one year and have really enjoyed my experience! I have loved attending the MFCP Conference and connecting with others in the publishing industry. I always enjoy our monthly MVP meetings and find value in the topics we discuss. This has been beneficial in both my professional and personal life. I am looking forward to serving on a committee this coming year.
Sarah Middendorf
Star Publications
Special Sections Coordinator
Years in the industry: 1
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I look forward to gaining connections with other individuals in the industry as well as growing professionally.
Kayla Reinhart
The Cresco Shopper
Office Assistant/Graphic Designer
Years in the industry: 11
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I hope to expand my social group, get out of my comfort zone, meet new people and learn new skills.
Rachel Sajban
Citizen Publishing/Windom Shopper
Composition Staff
Years in the industry: 2
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I hope that I can step out of my comfort zone and as a result grow both personally and professionally.
Aaron Burns
Big Green Umbrella Media, CITYVIEW
Advertising Sales Manager
Years in the industry: 9
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I'm looking to improve my management skills and professional growth and get a better look at the publishing industry from different perspectives.
Ashley Huisman
New Century Press
Graphic Designer
Years in the industry: 5
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? Being a part of the MVP group, I’ve enjoyed getting to know others in the business and bounce ideas off each other and learn from each other. We’ve had many useful and eye-opening discussions where we learn so much about our industry, our peers and even ourselves.
Amy Kyllo
Star Publications - Dairy Star and Country Acres South
Staff Writer, Editor
Years in the industry: 2.5
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I am excited to continue in the MVP program to grow my network — which is vital as a remote worker — and to be encouraged towards professional growth.
Julia Merten
Star Publications - Country Acres and Dairy Star
Territory Marketing Representative
Years in the industry: 3
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I have been part of the MVP group for one year and have really enjoyed my experience! I have loved attending the MFCP Conference and connecting with others in the publishing industry. I always enjoy our monthly MVP meetings and find value in the topics we discuss. This has been beneficial in both my professional and personal life. I am looking forward to serving on a committee this coming year.
Sarah Middendorf
Star Publications
Special Sections Coordinator
Years in the industry: 1
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I look forward to gaining connections with other individuals in the industry as well as growing professionally.
Kayla Reinhart
The Cresco Shopper
Office Assistant/Graphic Designer
Years in the industry: 11
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I hope to expand my social group, get out of my comfort zone, meet new people and learn new skills.
Rachel Sajban
Citizen Publishing/Windom Shopper
Composition Staff
Years in the industry: 2
What do you hope to get out of the MVP group or what do you enjoy most about the program? I hope that I can step out of my comfort zone and as a result grow both personally and professionally.