Leadership
Meet the folks behind New York Beef Council.
Board of Directors
The work undertaken by New York Beef Council is guided by industry leaders representing every segment of the New York Cattle industry. These individuals on the New York board are nominated by their respective organizations and appointed by the Governor of New York to give voice, expertise and perspective to the needs of New York's cattle ranchers, farmers and beef producers.
Kate Morrow
Chairwoman
New York Beef Producers Association Representative
Peter Lehning
Vice Chair
Federation of State Beef Council Director
Steve Olson
Past Chairman
At Large Director - Direct Marketing
John Kriese
NY Cattlemen's Beef Board Member
Heidi Nicholas
At Large Director Livestock Market
Empire Livestock
Lavern Warriner
New York Farm Bureau Representative
Stuart Ziehm
Northeast Dairy Producers Representative
Tiashoke Farms
Shaun Gillilland
At Large Director
Ben Wever Farm
John Kinton
At Large Director
Stone Hedge Beef Farm
Chelsea Quinlivan
At Large Director
Matulewicz Farms
Dan Honig
At Large Director - Retail/Foodservice/Packer
Happy Valley Meats
Jaime Paratore
New York Beef Producers Association Representative
Staff
The New York Beef Council staff proudly serves New York's cattle farmers and ranchers through education, promotion and community engagement to demonstrate the value of the beef industry in New York. We also engage in activities that demonstrate that not only is beef delicious, but it's also a powerful ally in building healthy bodies, thriving communities and a strong economy for New York.
Ashley Scoones
Executive Director
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Chrissy Claudio
Director of Producer Communications and COnsumer Engagement
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Kameli Mcintyre
Nutrition Manager
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