Friday, October 20, 2023, during the recent Next GenUnder 30 Awards Ceremony, the first-ever husband and wife couple were recognized for their own individual accomplishments. Winners were Kansas Mason Brother Takoda Eckert, with Archer Daniels Midland and his wife Amber Eckert, with UtMost Ag Services, LLC.
NextGen Under 30 recognizes and encourages the next generation of innovative, creative, and inspiring individuals who push the boundaries in various categories of endeavor. The couple resides in Fowler.
Congratulations to both of these young people for their outstanding leadership in their careers and service to their community!
Takoda is the son of Emily Peterson and Marcus Eckert both of Hugoton. He is the grandson of Connie Kerbow and Dave Eckert, both of Hugoton.