The Leadership Link

AgriTalk – May 30, 2024

In this month’s Soy Checkoff Check-in, USB CEO Lucas Lentsch discusses how communicating with USB directors allows him to better understand that the strength of the soybean industry and growing demand lies in local conversations.

Agri-Pulse Op Ed: A thriving world starts with nutrition

With more than 1 billion girls and women suffering from malnutrition around the globe, it’s critical that U.S. soybean farmers and the ag community continue working to improve access to nutritious food and help address other socioeconomic factors that are often barriers to proper nutrition. Learn more about these efforts.

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Key Initiatives

INFRASTRUCTURE & CONNECTIVITY

 

INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY

 

HEALTH & NUTRITION

 

EXPORTS

COMMUNICATION & EDUCATION

USB STAFF UPDATES

Stacey Jackson, Office AssistantEffective May 20 – Stacey joined USB staff, and, in this role, she will manage incoming calls and inquiries, as well as assist with day-to-day needs in the office. Stacey comes to USB with over 20 years of experience in everything from vendor coordination, client services, accounts payable, and Human Resources. 

Hadley Hudson, Travel Coordinator (Contractor) — Effective May 20 – Hadley joined as Travel Coordinator through USB contractor Kinsley. Hadley will lead all travel coordination working with USSEC, ASA, and SmithBucklin and other stakeholder travel requests. She will also assist USB staff with expense report submission, and special projects like USB Leadership Academy and USB Strategic Leader Pathway. 

Wendy Vlieks — Effective May 15 – Wendy Vlieks is no longer with USB. We thank Wendy for her service to the United Soybean Board organization. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Lucas Lentsch or Darryl Chatman.