Norm started in the fields and grew his software from what he learned there.  Teegardin has always been dedicated to making growers’ jobs easier and making their work more efficient through the application of new software and technology.  His company, Farm Works, was the first agricultural software company to have a website and now they are the leading provider of GPS data collection software to more than 6,000 users in 21 languages.  Teegardin has, for years, been sponsoring and providing software for 4-H clubs and FFA groups.  He is a believer in life long learning and he makes sure that there is training available wherever the Farm Works software is for sale.   

The success that Norm Teegardin has encountered has been built by his dedication to consumers and his drive to help others.  Norm Teegardin has revolutionized the record keeping of an industry, he has helped to standardize agriculture hardware and software, and now he has been recognized by those closest to him.

"I am especially honored to be receiving this award as I was unknowingly nominated by my peers and employees."