Jamey Higham, President/CEO of the Idaho Potato Commission is no stranger to Idaho’s “Potato Country.” Born and raised in Shelley, Idaho, potatoes have played a big role in Higham’s life. He studied Political Science at BYU in Provo Utah. Received his MBA in International Marketing from The Thunderbird School of Global Management. After college Higham moved back to Idaho and worked in the industry for 25 years, primarily in sales, marketing, and shipping. He also spent 5 years working for Ford Motor Company in their marketing and sales division. Higham has given back to the produce industry throughout his career, as a current member of the United Fresh Government Relations Council, as part of United Fresh Produce Industry Leadership class 13, and serving on the board of directors for the International Fresh Produce Association 3 years. He has also given back to the community, serving for 12 years on the Shelley school board. Higham has been working at the Idaho Potato Commission since January of 2022 and currently resides in Eagle, ID.