Michael Beam is an American government official who serves as the Kansas Secretary of Agriculture.
[1] Prior to his appointment to the position by Governor Laura Kelly, Beam served as Senior Vice President for the Kansas Livestock Association.
[3] Over the next 38 years, Beam worked a variety of positions for the organization, including as Executive Director of Ranchland Trust of Kansas, and finally as Senior Vice President.
[2] Beam also served as President of Agribusiness Council of Kansas City.
[5] Beam was confirmed by the Kansas Senate on April 5, 2019 by a unanimous recommendation.