Official Nominating Committee Candidate Ranking
These candidates have undergone an intensive screening and interview process by the Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee has verified that all candidates meet the minimum requirements to serve on the National Pork Board. High-quality candidates ensure you will continue to have the opportunity to elect Pork Board leadership that reflects the great vision, talent, diversity and geographical balance offered by our industry.
- Dr. Seth Krantz, Tennessee
- Dr. Roberto Eizmendi, Texas (candidacy withdrawn March 2024)
- Jesse Heimer, Missouri
- Cathy Vaughan, Oklahoma
- Dale Stevermer, Minnesota
- Pat Bane, Illinois
- John Rauser, Montana
- Kevin Rasmussen, Iowa
- Ryan Storm, South Dakota
- Heidi Flory, Pennsylvania