St. Marys, GA – The National Poultry & Food Distributors Association (NPFDA) is pleased to announce that Ted McKinney, Chief Executive Officer of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA), will be the keynote speaker at the Industry Breakfast during the 2025 NPFDA Annual Convention and Showcase.
The convention, NPFDA’s largest event of the year, will be held January 27-30, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, coinciding with the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). McKinney brings a wealth of experience to the podium, having served as the first Under Secretary of Commerce and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the USDA from 2017 to 2021. His extensive background includes positions at Dow AgroSciences and Elanco, as well as serving as Indiana’s agriculture director.
“We are excited to have Ted McKinney share his insights with our attendees,” said Laurie Pate, President/CEO of Foodlinx, Inc., Chair of the NPFDA. “His expertise in agricultural policy, trade and industry leadership will provide valuable perspectives to our members.”
The 2025 NPFDA Annual Meeting and Presentation promises a comprehensive experience for attendees, with an expected turnout of over 1,100 NPFDA members. This annual event for the protein and distribution industry offers a wealth of opportunities, including access to the IPPE Expo (with one pass per valid, unique email address), evening receptions and networking events. Attendees can take advantage of exclusive hospitality suites offered by member companies and attend the NPFDA Annual Protein Suppliers Presentation, scheduled for Tuesday, January 28.
Throughout the event, attendees will have ample opportunities to connect with customers, vendors and partners at cocktail receptions and community events. The Showcase will showcase a range of products and services designed to benefit and enhance attendees’ businesses, making this a must-attend event for industry professionals.
About NPFDA: The National Protein and Food Distributors Association (NPFDA), formerly known as the National Poultry and Food Distributors Association, is a nonprofit trade association based in St. Mary’s, Georgia. Founded in 1967, the association is comprised of 280 industry companies nationwide, including protein and food suppliers, retailers, processors, transporters and marketers. The goal of the NPFDA is to provide networking opportunities, encourage growth and learning among members, and build lasting business relationships. The association aims to facilitate discussion and the exchange of ideas among food distributors, processors and related industries. For more information, visit www.npfda.org or call (912) 439-3603. Follow us on Twitter @NPFDA1 or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/NPFDA.
