Jonathan Laughner

Extension Educator
Expertise:
  • Agricultural Entrepreneurship
  • Energy and Natural Gas
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Jon joined Extension initially to help build entrepreneurial communities in the agricultural market. He transitioned to the Energy Team-Natural Gas working with property owners, legislators, and entrepreneurs to understand the implications of regional drilling activity. He has presented for community residents and officials, industry, and government officials in the shale gas footprint, regionally, and internationally. He served as a County Director, Client Relationship Manager, and Extension District 1 District Director serving Erie, Crawford, and Mercer Counties. He now manages the national/international TOPCORP energy regulators training and serves on the Extension Energy Team.