WORLD-CLASS TEAM

Meet our Team

Jessica Duran
MGIC Director
Jessica earned her veterinary degree in Mexico and is a DGA graduate. She operates a Michigan farm focusing on regenerative practices, and previously managed a grass-fed organic dairy.
Amanda Shine
Instructor
Amanda's agricultural journey began with a grass-based dairy apprenticeship in Wisconsin. She holds degrees in biology, agriculture, and agronomy, and operates Roving Ram Ranch with her husband, focusing on regenerative grazing practices.
Linda Pechin-Long
Instructor
Linda is a Holistic Management International Professional Certified Educator with over 15 years of ranching experience. She specializes in regenerative agriculture practices, offering presentations, training sessions, and personalized coaching to help individuals implement sustainable land management decisions.
Samantha Gehrett
Instructor
Samantha is a Dairy Educator with Penn State Extension in Carlisle, PA. She helps dairy producers with business management, accounting, taxation, transition planning, and biosecurity to achieve long-term goals. She enjoys traveling with her husband and hiking with her dogs.
Ben Gotschall
Instructor
Ben was raised on a Nebraska ranch raising cattle and bison. He earned an MFA in poetry and taught college before returning to agriculture. He operates multiple organic dairy businesses and Holt Creek Jerseys with his family, focusing on regenerative farming practices.
Natalia Hincapie
Instructor
Natalia's passion for animals began on her family farm in Colombia, leading to her Veterinarian degree and bovine medicine specialization. She earned her Master's in Dairy Science from UW-Madison in 2023 and specializes in dairy reproduction and health consulting.
Paola Bacigalupo Sanguesa
Instructor
Paola earned her veterinary degree in Chile and master's from Colorado State University. Currently pursuing her Ph.D. at Michigan State University, she serves as an Extension Educator helping dairy producers with milk quality, milking efficiency, and employee education across various farm systems.

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