Roots in Bryan, Texas Marsh’s family owns and operates J.M. Trailers & Portable Buildings LLC. The business was started by his grandfather and father in North Bryan off Highway 6, and it has been part of Joshua’s life for as long as he can remember. Growing up in an entrepreneurial family gave him a first-hand… Read More →
Rister Army Spotlight: Sohee Kang ’27
Sohee Kang ’27 is a Master of Agribusiness (MAB) student at Texas A&M University, where she has worked this past 2024-2025 academic year as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for Dr. Ed Rister’s Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program. Her path to agriculture came through a mix of international education, professional work in venture capital, and a growing interest… Read More →
How Owen Sanders ’27 Combines Livestock Expertise with Agribusiness Innovation
Agricultural Background Owen grew up in Vista Ridge near Cedar Park, a suburban area outside Houston. Despite the location, he stayed involved in agriculture from an early age. His father, a livestock lawyer in Houston and nearby areas, introduced him to the industry. Owen also participated in 4-H and FFA. He spent his high school… Read More →
From Vineyards To Ventures: Madison Murchison’s Inspiring Journey
Madison Murchison’s path from 4-H presentations to Director of Operations for Farmhouse Vineyards in Texas Hill Country is a testament to perseverance and passion. Her time in the Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program helped her turn a vineyard dream into tangible experience, while her adaptability led her to shape the future of online learning for AGEC 425…. Read More →
Building a Business in College: Walker Lenamon ’25
From Dirt Bikes to Construction Sites Walker grew up loving cars and dirt bikes. As a teenager, he picked up photography and turned it into more than a hobby. He learned to create advertisements, which sparked an interest in marketing. He thought about making that passion a career when he started college, but everything shifted… Read More →
From Student to Mentor: Chloe Muzny’s Journey
Chloe Muzny ’20 immersed herself in business long before stepping on Texas A&M’s campus. She entered college with a determination to turn classroom lessons into real-world applications. She started working for her aunt and uncle in high school at Small Farm Innovations (SFI), a company specializing in compact balers and other farming equipment tailored to… Read More →
12 Days of Profs-for-a-Day: Abby Christian ’17 – Behind the Scenes at Giddy Up Glamour Boutique
Today we recap a special presentation from AGEC 425 Survivor Abby Christian ’17. Her real-world experience in the fashion and merchandising industry offered a new angle at where entrepreneurship can take you. Her story covers more than just running a business; it’s about navigating challenges, staying adaptable, and making a difference in the community. Meet… Read More →
12 Days of Profs: Phil Livengood – An Entrepreneurial Journey with Small Farm Innovations
Day four of our semester speaker recap brings us to local entrepreneur Phil Livengood. With a story of innovation and perseverance, Livengood gave the class insights into building a niche rural business from scratch. The Birth Of Small Farm Innovations Small Farm Innovations (SFI) began in 2006 in Caldwell, Texas, when Phil Livengood identified a… Read More →
12 Days of Profs: Lorenzo Gomez III – Deputizing your Personal Board of Directors
From bagging groceries to celebrated author, mentor, and entrepreneur, our next Pro-for-a-Day has done it all. Lorenzo Gomez joined us in class this year to share his story and talk about the importance of building your “personal board of directors,” investing in your reputation, and embracing opportunities. A Journey from HEB #5 to Business Owner… Read More →
12 Days of Profs: Randi Mays-Knapp ’79 – Manners as a Superpower
Randi Mays-Knapp ’79 joined us in class to remind students that technical skills are not all that goes into building a business. Your professional connections, personal image, and the way others perceive you can get you to the next level and boost your career. Known to the students as “Coach Knapp,” our next Prof-for-a-Day… Read More →