Fair Board Candidates!
Check out the current Fair Board candidates for the upcoming 2026 Fiscal year annual meeting!
ANNUAL MEETING
October 18, 2026 from 2-4pm
Followed by 4-H Council Award 4-5pm
MEET YOUR 2026 FISCAL YEAR
candidates for Montcalm County Fair Board:
Tanya Badge
I want to be on the Montcalm County Fair Board because the fair has become a very important part of my life. It isn’t just one week out of the year to me. It represents years of friendships, hard work, memories, challenges, and most importantly, kids.
This is my 10th year as a 4-H leader, and I spent five years serving as Horse Leader President. I also run Boots and Dreams, which has given me the opportunity to work with even more kids, riders, and families. Through all of those experiences, I have learned that leadership isn’t about having a title. It’s about showing up, doing the work, listening, helping when things get difficult, and making sure people know they matter.
One thing I feel especially strongly about is that every child deserves to be included and given the opportunity to participate, regardless of their ability, experience, financial situation, family circumstances, social status, or where they come from. A child’s circumstances should never determine whether they feel welcome or whether they get the chance to belong.
Not every kid is going to have the most expensive animal, the nicest equipment, or the same opportunities as someone else. Some kids may need a little more help, patience, encouragement, or accommodation. But every one of them deserves to walk onto those fairgrounds knowing that they belong there and that their hard work matters.
Over the years, I have watched kids grow in ways that have nothing to do with ribbons or trophies. I’ve seen confidence grow, friendships form, and kids discover that they are capable of more than they thought. Those are the things I believe a county fair and 4-H should be about.
I want to serve on the Fair Board because I want to help protect the traditions that make the Montcalm County Fair special while also helping it grow and become even more welcoming and inclusive for the next generation.
After ten years of being a leader, five years as Horse Leader President, and my work with Boots and Dreams, I know that being involved takes time, patience, compromise, and a willingness to work. I’m ready to bring that experience to the Fair Board.
I don’t want a position just to have a title. I want a seat at the table because I care about what happens at our fair and about the people who walk through those gates—especially the kids.
At the end of the day, I believe every kid deserves a place to belong, a chance to participate, and someone in their corner. I want to be one of those people.
Tammy Hancock
I am proud to be seeking reelection to the Montcalm County Fair Association Board of Directors after serving on the board for the past three years.
I am a United States Army veteran and former Army medic, and service has always been an important part of who I am. I believe that when you volunteer to serve your community, you should be willing to show up, work hard, be accountable, and do your part to make the organization better.
Professionally, I have been in the financial industry for more than 30 years and hold a Master’s degree in Personal Finance. I also serve in leadership roles supporting veterans within Raymond James. My professional experience in financial planning, budgeting, leadership, and working with people has given me skills that I believe are valuable to the Fair Association, particularly when it comes to financial stewardship, accountability, planning for the future, and making thoughtful decisions on behalf of our membership.
During my time on the board, I have been fortunate to serve in many different areas of the fair. I currently serve as Chair of the Budget & Audit Committee, Record Book Superintendent, and Chair of the Military Appreciation Committee. I have also been actively involved with Kids Day, Special Needs Day, Marketing and Website, Policy & Procedures, Awards, Parking & Security, Accessibility, and several other areas of the fair.
I am especially proud of the growth we have seen in some of our community programs. Kids Day grew from just over 400 participants in 2025 to more than 600 in 2026, Special Needs Day, welcomed approximately 190 participants this year. Seeing our fair reach more children and families is one of the most rewarding parts of serving on the board.
I believe being a director means much more than attending monthly meetings. It means being willing to work behind the scenes throughout the year and being there when the work needs to be done during fair week.
Whether I am working on budgets and accountability, updating the website, helping with events, working with exhibitors, or staying late to finish what needs to be done, I am committed to doing my part.
As an Army veteran, I am especially proud of our efforts to recognize the veterans, active-duty military members, volunteers, exhibitors, and families who contribute so much to our community.
It has truly been an honor to serve the Montcalm County Fair Association and our community for the past three years. I would greatly appreciate your support and your vote so I can continue working to make our fair stronger, more inclusive, and successful for generations to come.
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Brad Heft
Doug Jackson
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Jason Nadeau
My name is Kyle Olmstead, and I am a proud father of a 4-H participant, a combat veteran of the United States Army, and a dedicated member of our local community. During my eight years of military service, I developed strong leadership, teamwork, accountability, and problem-solving skills that I believe would be valuable in serving on the 4-H Fair Board.
I currently have strong ties to our community through my work with Greenville Public Schools, where I have had the opportunity to work with and support local youth and families. I believe our young people deserve positive role models, encouragement, and opportunities to grow, learn, and succeed.
As a Fair Board Director, my goal would be to mentor and support our 4-H youth, promote fairness and integrity, and help create a fair environment that families and community members are proud to attend and support. I believe that when we provide strong leadership and invest in our youth, the community will come together behind them.
I would be honored to bring my leadership experience, community involvement, and commitment to our youth to the 4-H Fair Board. Together, we can build a stronger fair, a stronger 4-H program, and a stronger community for our kids.