Mike Swartz, Manager of McLean County Farm Bureau and the McLean County Fair  announced his departure from the organization effective Aug. 7, 2024.

Swartz accepted the position of Executive Director of Midwest Food Bank in Normal.
He began his Farm Bureau career as the Director of Programs on Aug. 8, 1988. He became
Manager of McLean County Farm Bureau and the McLean County Fair in 2003.

Additional responsibilities for off-season events at the fairgrounds were added to his role in 2010.

On behalf of our members, the McLean County Farm Bureau and McLean County Fair Board of Directors wish Mike Swartz the best in his new role and thank him for 36 years of dedicated service to the organization, the fair and our community.