The Chicagoland Food & Beverage Network (CFBN) has appointed Mariam Parker as Executive Director, succeeding founding leader Alan Reed, who is retiring after nearly a decade of service. Founded in 2017, CFBN has grown into a regional network connecting hundreds of food and beverage companies across Chicagoland. Under Reed’s leadership,…
More DetailsAs released by Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy, LLC Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy (SIRE) today announced that CEO Mike Jerke will retire at the end of 2025 after seven years of leadership. He will remain with the company through 2026 to support a smooth transition. “Mike guided SIRE through industry volatility…
More DetailsAs Released by the National Pork Board The National Pork Board (NPB), the producer-led and consumer-focused National Pork Checkoff organization, has named David Newman the organization’s new CEO effective September 1, 2025. Newman most recently served as NPB’s senior vice president of market growth. He joined the organization full-time in June 2023. …
More DetailsAs Released by AGCO AGCO, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, announced the appointment of Brian Sorbe as President of PTx, effective August 25, 2025. With nearly three decades of experience in precision agriculture, global sales and product development, Sorbe brings a wealth…
More DetailsAs released by the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives Washington, D.C. (May 27, 2025) — The National Council of Farmer Cooperatives (NCFC) today announced the selection of Duane Simpson as its next President and Chief Executive Officer. Simpson will formally assume the role on July 14, 2025, coinciding with the opening of NCFC’s annual…
More DetailsAg Alumni Seed Improvement Association, Inc. recently appointed Craig Anderson as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing a wealth of experience and leadership to the global specialty seed company. Anderson brings an extensive background in the seed industry including leadership roles across research, operations, and commercial teams, with a particular…
More Details