Twite and Loeslie join AURI

Former employee Kathy Twite has rejoined AURI as director of programs and services. Twite is based at AURI’s headquarters in Crookston, where she worked from 1990 to 1992.

A native of Winona, Minn., Twite holds a masters degree in business administration from the University of North Dakota. Prior to rejoining AURI in May, she worked for Altru Health Plan in Grand Forks, N.D. and the Red River Trade Corridor at the University of Minnesota-Crookston. She is also a member of the Northwest Regional Development Commission.

Lane Loeslie is the new program specialist for the Northern Field Office in Crookston. Loeslie, a former wheat producer, graduated from UMC in May with a degree in business management and marketing.

While attending college, Loeslie was campus coordinator for Project Farm Wrap, which helps displaced farmers. He is a native of Warren, Minn.

AURI at the fairs

Look for AURI-supported projects on display at some popular Minnesota events this summer.

Farmfest, held August 3-5 at the Gilfillan Estate near Redwood Falls, features crop plots, field demonstrations, educational sessions, issue forums and more. In lot 610, AURI will showcase clients involved in innovative ventures and provide information on its programs and services.