Josie Montoney-Crawford joined NASDA in December 2022. In her role she assists with the development and implementation of policy in the Plant Agriculture and Pesticides, Rural Development and Financial Security and Workforce Development areas. Before joining NASDA, Josie previously worked at CropLife America as a member of the government relations team on both federal and international pesticide issues and served as its PAC Manager. Josie earned a bachelor’s degree in agricultural communication and public management, leadership and policy from The Ohio State University. Montoney-Crawford is from Amanda, Ohio, and enjoys photography and cheering on the Buckeyes in her free time.