National Pork Producers Council announces new hires, staff promotions
National Pork Producers Council announces new hires, staff promotions National Hog Farmer
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The National Pork Producers Council Announces Staff Updates
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) is pleased to announce several staff updates to enhance the organization’s advocacy efforts.
Andy Curliss will join the organization as vice president of strategic engagement, effective April 22. In this new role, Curliss will lead a range of efforts focused on expanding the reach and influence of the U.S. pork industry.
“As our industry evolves due to changing policies and economic challenges, we are excited to welcome Andy back to Team Pork,” said Bryan Humphreys, NPPC CEO. “With his in-depth approach and strategic insight, we are confident in his ability to help advance the industry.”
Curliss, a pork industry veteran, brings a wealth of agriculture business experience to this new role. He previously held senior-level positions at the North Carolina Pork Council and Smithfield Foods. Most recently, he was director of external affairs at the SAS Institute, where he provided executive-level counsel across a range of subjects, including agriculture and life sciences. Curliss was also a longtime investigative reporter and state government editor at the Raleigh News & Observer, focusing on government affairs.
Curliss holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Toledo and a master’s in business administration from East Carolina University. He will be based in Washington, D.C.
Two NPPC Staff Members Recently Promoted
Having demonstrated exceptional leadership skills as interim vice president of domestic policy, Maria C. Zieba has been officially appointed vice president of government affairs. In this new role, Zieba will oversee NPPC’s international affairs and domestic policy teams, leveraging her extensive expertise to advance the organization’s goals here and abroad.
“Maria’s promotion is well deserved and reflects her leadership and expertise over many years at NPPC and in the pork industry,” said Humphreys.
Prior to joining NPPC in 2015, Zieba was a trade policy manager for the National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council, where she worked on various non-technical trade issues affecting the dairy industry. Prior to those roles, she worked at the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, managing capacity-building projects to increase U.S. agricultural exports to emerging markets.
Chase Adams has been promoted from senior director to assistant vice president of domestic policy. In this role, Adams will lead NPPC’s congressional advocacy and engagement, ensuring that the pork industry’s interests are effectively represented and championed on Capitol Hill.
“With Chase’s proven ability to navigate the complex political landscape in Washington, I am confident that in this elevated role he will continue to be an invaluable asset to drive our advocacy initiatives and build strong relationships on Capitol Hill,” said Humphreys.
Before joining NPPC in 2022, Adams was senior policy and information director for the American Sheep Industry Association. From October 2012 to November 2016, he was director of communications for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. He began his career in agriculture as a farm director for the radio station KBHB in Sturgis, South Dakota. He also practiced law for several years. Adams serves on the board of directors for the Western Resources Legal Center — a non-profit educational organization that provides law students with quality instruction to develop their legal skills in natural resources and environmental laws — and formerly served on the USDA Agricultural Technical Advisory Committee for Animals and Animal Products. He also is an alumnus of the South Dakota Agricultural and Rural Leadership program.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- Target 2.3: By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, in particular women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, pastoralists, and fishers, including through secure and equal access to land, other productive resources and inputs, knowledge, financial services, markets, and opportunities for value addition and non-farm employment.
- Indicator: Increase in agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers.
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SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Target 8.3: Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services.
- Indicator: Increase in the number of micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises.
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SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- Target 12.6: Encourage companies, especially large and transnational companies, to adopt sustainable practices and to integrate sustainability information into their reporting cycle.
- Indicator: Number of companies adopting sustainable practices and integrating sustainability information into their reporting cycle.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | Target 2.3: By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, in particular women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, pastoralists, and fishers, including through secure and equal access to land, other productive resources and inputs, knowledge, financial services, markets, and opportunities for value addition and non-farm employment. | Increase in agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers. |
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | Target 8.3: Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services. | Increase in the number of micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises. |
| SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production | Target 12.6: Encourage companies, especially large and transnational companies, to adopt sustainable practices and to integrate sustainability information into their reporting cycle. | Number of companies adopting sustainable practices and integrating sustainability information into their reporting cycle. |
Analysis
The article discusses staff updates at the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) and highlights the organization’s advocacy efforts. Based on the content of the article, the following SDGs, targets, and indicators can be identified:
1. SDG 2: Zero Hunger
The article mentions the U.S. pork industry’s efforts to expand its reach and influence, which can contribute to increasing agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers. This aligns with Target 2.3 of SDG 2. The indicator for this target would be an increase in agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers.
2. SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
The article highlights the promotion of staff members within NPPC, indicating the organization’s focus on job creation and career advancement. This aligns with Target 8.3 of SDG 8, which aims to promote decent job creation and the growth of micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises. The indicator for this target would be an increase in the number of micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises.
3. SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
The article mentions the NPPC’s advocacy for sustainable practices in the pork industry. This aligns with Target 12.6 of SDG 12, which encourages companies to adopt sustainable practices and integrate sustainability information into their reporting cycle. The indicator for this target would be the number of companies adopting sustainable practices and integrating sustainability information into their reporting cycle.
Overall, the article demonstrates the NPPC’s commitment to addressing issues related to hunger, job creation, and sustainability, which are aligned with SDGs 2, 8, and 12 respectively.
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