Three photographs of Elvis Presley at different times. The first is a black-and-white photo of Elvis Presley and another man at a signing event. The second is a color photo of Elvis Presley seated at a desk in an office, smiling, with books and a nameplate reading 'Elton R. Smith.' The third is a color photo of Elvis Presley receiving a large check and standing next to a man beside a vintage car.

The late Elton R. Smith served as President of the Michigan Farm Bureau and its affiliated companies from 1964 through 1986. For four of those 22 years, he was also Vice President of the American Farm Bureau Federation. He carried out the many and varied functions of these positions, in addition to continuing to manage his large dairy farm operation and serve as a leader in his community. 

This award is presented each year to the Farm Bureau Insurance Agent or Managing Partner who has exhibited the most consistent commitment to the success of Farm Bureau Insurance, Michigan Farm Bureau, the community and the insurance industry

2020 Elton R. Smith Award Winner: Steve Ellis