Main Stage
Energizing main stage sessions focus on important topics impacting the Angus breed and spark thought-provoking conversation among breeders.
Angus Advantage | Opening Session
Friday, Nov. 13 at 4 p.m.
Speakers:
Mark McCully, CEO, American Angus Association®
John Stika, President, Certified Angus Beef
Kara Lee, Producer Engagement, Certified Angus Beef
Brian Bertelsen, U.S. Premium Beef
Josh Worthington, Worthington Angus
The Next Big Data Challenge | Genetic Symposium
Sponsored by Neogen | Saturday, Nov. 14 at 8 a.m.
Capturing phenotypes at scale beyond the seedstock sector will be a pivotal next step for genetic improvement. Through industry partnerships, how can AGI® and Angus breeders play a role in the next leap in data collection and tool development?
Speakers:
Kelli Retallick-Riley, President, AGI®
Dan Shike, University of Illinois
John Dickinson, Chair, AGI® Board
Paul Bennett, Chair, Breed Improvement
Driving the Breed Forward, Together | Closing Session
Monday, Nov. 16 at 8:30 a.m.
Live polling and panel discussion will connect perspectives from across the convention, giving members a voice to address key topics shaping the Angus business and help guide the path forward, together.
Speakers:
Mark McCully, CEO, American Angus Association®
Jim Brinkley, President, Board of Directors
Darrell Stevenson, Vice President, Board of Directors
Smitty Lamb, Treasure, Board of Directors