Karrie Menz, vice president of quality for Surlean Foods is the outgoing chairwoman of SMA, formerly known as the Southwest Meat Association. In this interview, she discusses SMA's recent rebranding effort, as the association positions itself to serve a growing membership that extends beyond the Southwestern states. 

BNP Media Group Publisher Doug Peckenpaugh sits down with Erik Brainard, president and CEO of Anritsu Infivis Inc and vice president of the Food Production Solutions Association Board of Directors, as they discuss the upcoming Food Solutions Exchange & Conference 2025. The event will take place March 19-21 at Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass in Phoenix.

TC Transcontinental Packaging's Director of Marketing Protein, Rob Taylor, discusses the new Envio Recycle Ready film, a more sustainable, high-performance alternative to one of today’s most popular packaging formats for processed meats.

David Sawicki of design/build firm A M King shares insights on how processors can build operational efficiency into their meat and poultry processing facilities. 

Kansas City-based rancher and US Army veteran Patrick Montgomery details Valor Provisions, his meat marketplace that honors the dedication of America's farmers and veterans.

Mark Singleton, vice president of sales and marketing for Rudolph Foods Co., shares what's influencing and driving the meat snack category.

84.51° Insights Director Melissa Myres shares what is driving consumer demand for protein-rich foods.