South Valley farm bureaus in Kings, Tulare, Fresno, Madera counties hire new development director

In this newly created position, Vinzant will focus on promoting the local Farm Bureau’s message of advocating for the local ag industry. She’ll be working on growing membership and securing event sponsorships to help ensure the growth and continued success of the four Farm Bureaus in the South Valley Caucus.

“Farm Bureau is doing important work in the Valley on behalf of our farmers and ranchers, yet there remains a number of people who aren’t aware of the contribution we’re making in supporting the local economy,” said KCFB Executive Director Dusty Ference. “Given her background and skillset, Paula is uniquely qualified to help carry our message and grow our membership base, allowing us to continue advocating for our members.”

A fourth-generation Texan, Vinzant studied communication at Texas Tech. She moved to California 27 year ago and now calls Visalia home. After spending nearly 20 years running a staffing service, Vinzant got her start in politics in 2010 working for Michael Reagan. She went on to become the political affairs and finance director for the California State Assembly Republican Caucus. In 2013, she went to work as the finance director and fundraiser for former Senator Andy Vidak’s campaign, helping to secure his seat in a special election.

Until Vidak lost his reelection bid last year, Vinzant served as his district director, managing his offices in Hanford, Bakersfield, and Fresno. She maintained relationships with constituents from across the Valley in areas of healthcare, education, finance, oil, and agriculture. She devoted a great deal of time helping farmers and ranchers navigate complicated issues like water and high-speed rail.

“Having spent the past several years supporting the Valley’s farmers and ranchers through my role with Senator Vidak, I have both the experience and desire to continue the work I started through this position with Farm Bureau,” Vinzant said. “I’m looking forward to helping people understand the many benefits that come with joining and supporting this organization.”

She can be reached at paulavinzant@rocketmail.com, or (559) 901-4278.