JCC's Othmer Chosen as Nebraska FFA Vice President

“I feel incredibly honored and grateful to have been selected as a Nebraska FFA State Vice President,” said Levi Othmer, FFA member at Johnson County Central Schools who was selected during the State FFA Conference held in Lincoln, March 25-27.
“This opportunity is something I have worked toward for a long time, and it means a lot to represent members across the state. I am excited to serve, grow as a leader, and make a positive impact on others through this role.
“While I am from the southeast Nebraska area, I don’t only serve that area. I work closely with all Nebraska members, and my responsibilities and representation extend all across the state,” Othmer explained.
Othmer said the interview process to become a State Officer functions a little differently from most interviews. You don’t initially interview for a specific position, but rather to be a part of the team. If you are chosen to be a part of the team, a special committee then chooses your position on the team based on your strengths.
“The selection process was very competitive, and I am honored to have been chosen among such talented individuals,” Othmer said. “Mrs. Christy Hodges, Mr.Connor Bartels, and the entire JCC FFA chapter were instrumental in supporting me throughout the process. They helped me prepare for interviews and build confidence in my abilities. Their encouragement, feedback, and belief in me made a significant impact and helped me be fully prepared for the experience. It is a true blessing to have such caring and committed advisors and friends. I will always be grateful for their unwavering kindness and efforts.”
Othmer’s duties include traveling across Nebraska to visit the different chapters, facilitating workshops, helping organize and run state events and conventions, and representing Nebraska FFA at various functions. “I will also work with the other state officers to develop leadership opportunities and serve as a role model for members,” Othmer said.
“I was inspired to run for a State Officer position by past officers and FFA leaders I had the opportunity to meet and learn from. Seeing the impact they made on members across the state inspired me and showed me what true leadership looks like. They were passionate, dedicated, and genuinely cared about helping others grow, which motivated me to challenge myself in the same way.”