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“Luke’s management experience combined with
his southern Illinois agricultural background makes for a
winning combination when it comes to the management of state and
county agricultural fairs. His familiarity with non-fair events
and the need to utilize these facilities throughout the year
will also serve him well in this position,” said Ag Director
Raymond Poe. “His enthusiasm and leadership experience make him
a great fit and we look forward to working with him to create
successful fairs and events in the future.”
Sailer, a Carmi native, has been with the Department of
Agriculture for three years. In that time, he has served as the
Bureau Chief of Business Services and the Assistant Illinois
State Fair Manager under previous Division Manager Kevin Gordon.
“I’m very honored and excited for this opportunity. I have a
passion for our state and county fairs and want them to continue
to grow and be successful,” said Sailer. “These fairs showcase
our state’s number one industry. These events are great economic
drivers for the State of Illinois and local communities. I want
to continue to build on the successes of the past while
continuing to modernize our events going forward.”
Mark your calendars for the 2018 Illinois State Fair, August 9th
– 19th, in Springfield, IL and the 2018 Du Quoin State Fair,
August 24th – September 3rd in Du Quoin, IL.
[ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE]
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