SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA – The California Pork Producers Association (CPPA) announced the appointment of Mackenzie Bressler as the association’s new Executive Director, effective February 3, 2025. In her role, Bressler will lead CPPA’s efforts to support California’s pork producers and strengthen the state’s pork industry.
Bressler brings a wealth of experience in communications, association management and outreach in California agriculture to CPPA. She most recently served as External Relations Director at Chico State’s College of Agriculture and previously served as a digital marketing manager at Farmers Communications Exchange.
“Mackenzie brings the perfect combination of passion for California agriculture and experience with agricultural associations and communicating with diverse audiences to her role at California Pork Producers Association,” said Shelby Sopocy, swine facility manager at University of California, Davis, and CPPA president.
A native of Colusa, California, Bressler’s interest in agriculture was sparked through her early involvement in 4-H and FFA. She earned a bachelor’s degree in agricultural communications at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo.
“I’m excited for the opportunity to work with the entire California pork industry, representing and serving pork producers, collaborating with industry stakeholders and making connections with youth members and others about the important role pork plays in nutrition and the economy of our state,” said Bressler.
CPPA was incorporated in the 1950s. In 2021, the executive director role was added to provide state-level leadership within California. The state is home to less than 1% of pork production, but its residents comprise about 13% of total U.S. pork consumption.
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About California Pork Producers AssociationThe California Pork Producers Association (CPPA) is led by a board of directors elected by active membership with a focus on grassroots engagement, advocacy, outreach and education and product promotion. For more information, visit www.calpork.com or e-mail info@calpork.com.
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