Key facts
- Chris Giguere of Iowa Corn Processors is the new chair of NAMA for the 2026-28 term.
- Sheryl Wallace of Ardent Mills will serve as vice chair.
- The NAMA Annual Meeting, themed "Legacy in Motion: Celebrating the Past, Driving the Future," took place in San Antonio, Texas.
- The meeting brought together over 125 milling industry leaders and guests.
- Honorary Member Awards were presented to Vance Taylor and Jim Meyer.
- NAMA, AFA, and the Sosland Family Industry Investment Fund launched the NAMA Leader Development Scholarship.
Chris Giguere has been elected as the new chair of the North American Millers’ Association (NAMA) for the 2026-28 term, succeeding Tedd Kruse. Giguere, who represents Iowa Corn Processors, stated he is honored to step into the role during a dynamic time for the milling industry.
More than 125 milling industry leaders and guests gathered in San Antonio, Texas, for the NAMA Annual Meeting, themed "Legacy in Motion: Celebrating the Past, Driving the Future." The event concluded Saturday and provided opportunities for reflection on the industry's strength and resilience while addressing current challenges.
During the annual business meeting, the NAMA Board of Directors confirmed Giguere's election as chair and Sheryl Wallace of Ardent Mills as vice chair. The association's Corn, Oat, and Wheat Divisions also met to advance the strategic plan.
At the Annual Meeting Dinner and Awards Ceremony, Giguere presented Honorary Member Awards to Vance Taylor (North Dakota Mill and Elevator, retired) and Jim Meyer (Richardson International, retired). Outgoing Chair Tedd Kruse and other executive committee members were also recognized.
Presentations during the conference covered the economic outlook, the impact of upcoming midterm elections, and policymaking in Washington, D.C. A panel of CEOs discussed key industry issues, and Mark Stewart of Agriculture Future of America highlighted the importance of developing future leaders. The NAMA Leader Development Scholarship was recently launched by AFA, NAMA, and the Sosland Family Industry Investment Fund to support milling industry interns.