Pork Leadership Institute taps 17 for 2025 class

The National Pork Producers Council and the National Pork Board are excited to announce the Class of 2025 for the Pork Leadership Institute, a premier program dedicated to equipping pork producers with the knowledge and skills to lead the industry into the future. This year, 17 exceptional individuals from across the country have been selected to join the program, representing a diverse group of leaders poised to drive innovation and advocacy within the pork sector. The Class of 2025 includes: Colorado – Jennifer Martin Illinois – Andrew Erickson Illinois – Randy Kuker Indiana – Matt Paschen Indiana – Tanner Smith Iowa – Matt Thome Iowa – Mikel Jones Iowa – Nathan Nieuwendorp Michigan – Forrest McKenzie Mississippi – Alanna Paden Missouri – Brian Gordon North Carolina – Samantha Raynor North Dakota – Nicholas Bundermann Pennsylvania – Weston Specht South Dakota – Dan Howell Tennessee – Brian Strobel Wisconsin – Bailey Fritsch “As we step into 2025, ensuring the long-term success of A