Governor Mike Braun is shuffling the deck of state leadership, placing new faces into key seats at varied boards and commissions. Announced appointments to the Justice Reinvestment Advisory Council, State Fair Commission, and State Fair Board feature a mix of new appointees and returning veterans, each selected to bring unique perspectives and expertise to their respective positions. Braun's choices, detailed in a recent state government release, introduces a blend of business acumen, agricultural understanding, and community service.
Joining the Justice Reinvestment Advisory Council is Danny Price from the State of Indiana, entrusted with the advisory role at the pleasure of the Governor, representing Johnson County. The State Fair Commission welcomes Jimmie Yagle of J. Yagle Auction Services, LLC, whose term will continue until September 30, 2029, bringing his auctioneering experience from Knox County to the table.
The Indiana State Fair Board sees several new members and one familiar face back for another go. Nathan Schleman from Belstra Group Farms in Newton County and Gordon Woods, a retiree settling into his new role from Owen County, are pegged with terms expiring on September 30, 2028, and 2029, respectively. Returning for another term is Sam Ellison, a Vanderburgh County Farmer, his commitment to agriculture carrying on until September 30, 2028.
Lastly, rounding out the newly filled positions, John Sinnamon of Maconaquah Middle School, takes a spot on the State Fair Board, his term set to expire on September 30, 2029, representing Howard County. Sinnamon's appointment suggests a focus on educational perspectives alongside a connection to the state's youth, perhaps indicative of a developing tack for the Board under Braun's administration.
