John Brunnquell

Wisconsin 4-H Foundation

As a 4-H member in Ozaukee County, John gained leadership and project skills that led to his success as the president of Egg Innovations. It is the largest free range egg company in the United States, with over 650,000 free range egg-producing chickens. He has been a leader in introducing cholesterol-monitored eggs and holds a patent for cholesterol reduction in eggs.

John is an active Ozaukee County 4-H leader who developed their largest fundraiser, the 4-H Haunt. He serves on the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation Board and chairs the Centennial Fund. John is helping make the 4-H Foundation more effective by growing it rapidly to do more for youth. He leads committees, works at events, and makes his own personal donations.

John has a compelling story that illustrates the benefits of 4-H. Armed with 4-H skills, leadership and character, he pursued outside investors to finance and grow his family business, which is rooted in his 4-H program. While running the family business, he always takes time to give back to 4-H at the club, county, and state level.