69 Millennium - Twentieth Edition BUSINESS, FINANCE AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP CREDIT ANALYST III Farm Credit of the Virginias Roanoke, VA DEPUTY DIRECTOR CS Group Platteville, WI CHRISTOPHER J. BAYLOR After graduating from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 2016 with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business and economics, Christopher J. Baylor joined Farm Credit of the Virginias. He has become a level three credit analyst. In this position, he assesses the risk of varying loan sizes, delegates authority up to $500,000, and assists clients in avoiding foreclosure. Mr. Baylor became actively involved in the agricultural industry through his involvement with Alpha Gamma Rho during his collegiate years. While in school, he immersed himself in COINS, the only student-run commodity trading organization in the country, gaining valuable insights into the vital role that agriculture and its producers play in feeding the world. This experience solidified his passion for the industry, leading him to dedicate his career to agriculture. Moving forward, Mr. Baylor strives to become a principal credit analyst and intends to transition into a management role in the coming years. He credits his achievements to a robust work ethic, resilience in the face of challenges, and the invaluable guidance he has received from mentors throughout his journey. Ryan C. Feldmann celebrates more than 25 years of expertise in software engineering and project management. With a strong professional reputation for his ability to lead teams through complex projects, he became the deputy director of CS Group in 2025. The firm specializes in the development of crucial embedded software for aviation industry applications. In his leadership role, Mr. Feldmann oversees business development and execution for the United States market. Previously, Mr. Feldmann operated as a senior program manager at Belcan from 2021 to 2024. He also held various leadership and engineering roles at AVISTA Inc. between 1998 and 2021. During his time with Belcan, he was presented with the company’s RGA Award, recognizing his guidance and efforts supporting diversity and inclusion. Mr. Feldmann is also proud to remain active as a civic-minded citizen, as he actively participates in charity and volunteer work. In the coming years, he looks forward to continuing his work with CS Group. To wit, he is focused on the company’s expansion and underscores the importance of career development, professional mentorship, and supporting others in finding long-term success. RYAN C. FELDMANN
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