Nicole (Nicki) Hardy, manager, partnerships and programs, focuses on cultivating strategic partnerships and advancing programs that support the Alliance’s mission. In this role, she strengthens external relationships, enhances member initiatives, and helps position the organization as a trusted connector within animal agriculture. She also leads management of Alliance flagship programs, Animal Ag Allies and College…
Grace Simpson, manager, member relations and communications, leads the organization’s social media and website while overseeing member engagement and retention efforts. In this role, she works closely with members to strengthen relationships, support engagement, and ensure continued value and involvement with the Alliance. She also serves as a key point of contact for members, helping…
Abby Kornegay, director, issues and engagement, is responsible for shaping the Alliance’s issues management and crisis communications strategy. Abby leads the organization’s efforts to expose those who threaten our nation’s food security with damaging misinformation, including monitoring and responding to the efforts of adversarial groups. She also coordinates strategic engagement efforts and provides counsel to…
Emily Ellis, director, communications and marketing, leads the Alliance’s brand, messaging, and tone while overseeing marketing initiatives for the organization’s key programs, including the Stakeholders Summit, College Aggies Online, and Animal Ag Allies. She collaborates closely with staff, members, and stakeholders to elevate the Alliance’s visibility, support program growth, and advance strategic communications efforts across…
Hannah Thompson-Weeman, president and CEO, provides strategic direction to the organization and oversees its operations along with engaging key stakeholders about the value of animal agriculture and providing guidance to the animal agriculture community about managing various issues, including animal rights extremist activity and campaigns. Hannah joined the Alliance in 2014 and has served in…