State FFA Officers Biographies
2025 -2026 New Jersey State FFA Executive Board
State President - Kathryn Giovanelli

Kathryn will attend Mercer County Community College in the fall to study Business Administration. She has served as chapter president, chapter vice president and chapter treasurer for the Allentown FFA Chapter. She has competed in Creed Speaking, Farm & Agribusiness Management, Horse Evaluation, Land Judging, Meats Evaluation & Technology, Turf Management, and Veterinary Science CDEs and LDEs. Her SAE consists of her caring for her goats, breeding and selling Holland Lop rabbits and working at Asprocolas Acres. Outside of FFA, Kathryn can be found outdoors with her family or friends or with her animals. When asked why she wishes to serve as a state FFA officer, Kathryn says, “I have a strong passion for agriculture and the FFA and wish to give back to the organization that has impacted me in so many positive ways. I also want to be a role model and influence others to step out of their comfort zones.”
State Vice President - Breanna Rosmarin

Breanna will attend Rutgers University in the fall to study Animal Science and Health Equity. She has served as chapter president, chapter vice president, chapter parliamentarian, and chapter strengthening agriculture committee chair for the Freehold FFA Chapter. She has competed in Agricultural Communications, Agricultural Sales, Employment Skills, Marketing Plan, and Parliamentary Procedure CDEs and LDEs and in the Horticultural Exposition. Her SAE consists of her caring and showing her livestock, shadowing at a local Animal Hospital, and creating floral arrangements. Outside of FFA, Breanna is involved in Monmouth County 4-H, races at BMX tracks, and is a Girl Scout. When asked why she wishes to serve as a state FFA officer, Breanna says, “I want to serve as a State Officer in order to further advocate for agriculture and to encourage students, no matter their background, to get involved with the field.”
State Secretary - Kayla Romero

Kayla will attend Middlesex College in the fall to major in Earth Science. She served as chapter president and chapter parliamentarian for the Middlesex East Brunswick FFA Chapter. She has competed in Floral Design, Floriculture, Food Science & Technology, Fruit & Vegetable, and Veterinary Science CDEs as well as the Horticultural Exposition. Her SAE consists of her working at a local farm and shadowing her agricultural education teacher. Outside of FFA, Kayla is involved with soccer, basketball, and baseball and sports management. She enjoys spending time with her sister. When asked why she wishes to serve as a state FFA officer, Kayla says, “FFA has played a huge role in my life, and I want to give back to the organization that has helped shape who I am.”
State Treasurer - Abigale DiGiamberardino

Abigale will attend Atlantic Cape Community College in the fall to study Paramedic Sciences. She has served as chapter treasurer and committee chair for the Cape May Tech FFA Chapter. She has competed in the Agricultural Issues Forum CDE. Her SAE consists of caring for her chickens and working at a local oyster farm. Abi enjoys gardening, being outdoors and is a competitive swimmer. When asked why she wishes to serve as a state FFA officer, Abi says, “I want to give back to this organization who helped me further develop my soft skills as well as bring awareness to aquaculture farming.”
State Reporter - Ivanelisse Pena Rivera

Ivanelisse will attend Delaware Valley University in the fall to study Horticulture. She has served as chapter treasurer for the Penns Grove FFA Chapter. She has competed in the Conduct of Chapter Meetings and Parliamentary Procedures LDEs. Her SAE consists of growing lettuce in my at home hydroponic system. Outside of FFA, Ivy can be found playing the flute in the Marching Band or playing the piccolo in the Jazz Band. She enjoys playing volleyball, tennis, and dancing and spending time with her family and friends. When asked why she wishes to serve as a state FFA officer, Ivy says, “I want to reciprocate the investment made in me, to ignite the same passion in others, and to ensure that every member has access to the same life-changing experiences.”
State Sentinel - Peter DelCollo

Peter will attend Delaware Valley University in the fall to major in Zoo Science. He served as chapter president, chapter secretary, chapter growing leaders leadership committee chair, and building communities human resources committee chair for the Cumberland Regional FFA Chapter. He has competed in 6-8 Minute Prepared Public Speaking, Creed Speaking, Farm & Agribusiness Management, Food Science & Technology, Horse Evaluation, Meats Evaluation & Technology, Milk Quality & Products, Nursery/Landscape, and Veterinary Science CDEs and LDEs. His SAE consists of caring for his chickens and volunteering at the Cohanzick Zoo. Peter enjoys hikes in the Adirondacks, dance, theater, taking care of his animals, and hanging out with friends. When asked why he wishes to serve as a state FFA officer, Peter says, “I want to give back to the organization that has provided me with countless opportunities to grow and unforgettable experiences.”
State Parliamentarian - Aaron Foote

Aaron will attend Salem County Community College in the fall to major in business. He served as chapter sentinel, chapter personal growth committee chair, chapter recruitment committee chair, chapter support group committee member, and chapter human resources committee member for the Woodstown FFA Chapter. He has competed in Dairy Cattle Evaluation, Livestock Evaluation, Meats Evaluation, and Poultry Evaluation CDEs. His SAE consists of breeding and marketing swine. Aaron is a member of the varsity baseball team and County Corners 4-H club. He also enjoys fishing, hunting, and working with his animals. When asked why he wishes to serve as a state FFA officer, Aaron says, “I want to help influence and educate future generations in agriculture. I want to share with future FFA members everything that FFA has to offer.”
Executive Committee Chair - Abrianna Portillo

Abrianna will attend Wilkes University in the fall to study Earth and Environmental Science. She recently served as State FFA Treasurer. She has participated in many CDEs including Floral Design, Floriculture, and Milk Quality and Products CDEs. For her SAE, Abbey works in a local deli and butcher shop.
Executive Committee Member - Tyler Murnaghan

Tyler currently attends Stockton University majoring in Agricultural Policy. He recently served as State FFA Secretary. He has participated in the Agricultural Sales and Land Judging CDEs. For his SAE, Tyler cares for his chickens and tends to his garden.
Executive Committee Member - William Rutherford

William will attend Atlantic Cape Community College in the fall to major in Secondary Education - Agriculture. He recently served as State FFA Sentinel. He has participated in many CDEs including Agricultural Sales, Environmental and Natural Resources and Turf Management. For his SAE, Billy does water quality testing and aquatic life care at Morey’s Piers.
Executive Committee Member - Nina Weiland

Nina currently attends Delaware Valley University majoring in Environmental Science/Soils and Land Use. She recently served as State FFA Reporter. She has participated in the Agriscience Fair, Agronomy, and Land Judging CDEs. For her SAE, Nina analyzes soil science and compost management.