Les Hardesty, Estes Park, has contributed to the dairy industry for over thirty years as a producer and leader. From owning and operating the Painted Prairie dairy farm and the Cozy Cow educational facility with his family to representing dairy farm families locally and nationwide through his positions on the United States Dairy export council and on the National Milk Producers Federation. His specialized experiences in dairy pricing, global dairy industry issues, and exports and willingness to share his expertise have benefitted dairy farmers and the dairy industry.