TVEC Board District 2

Jeff Priest grew up in Van Zandt County and completed his education at Canton schools prior to attending Texas Christian University and East Texas State University. He pursued a career in education and coaching career that included long stints at Van and Canton high schools.

After retiring from a career in education after 27 years, he took over the family’s cattle operation in western Van Zandt County. He served as president of the Cana Cemetery Association for the past 21 years and currently serves on the TVEC Board of Directors. Since 2022, he has achieved both Credentialed Cooperative Director and Board Leadership certificates.

Jeff and his wife Arija have two children and three grandchildren.