March 22, 2021

USSEC CEO marks 10 years at helm

The CEO of the US Soybean Export Council (USSEC), Jim Sutter, was recognised for 10 years of service during the organisation's annual meeting on March 10.

"Your display of enthusiasm for this industry is as great today as the day you started," said USSEC chairman Monte Peterson, addressing Sutter. "I want to thank you for your leadership and congratulations on a successful first 10 years."

USSEC COO Ed Beaman presented Sutter's award on behalf of the entire USSEC global team. Beaman said that Sutter sets an example as a role model for USSEC's core values and encourages open discussion and debate to find the best solutions to problems.

"I am very proud of the progress we've made over the past decade to open and expand global markets as we work to create preference and demand for high-quality, sustainable, reliable US soy," said Sutter. "I am privileged to work with our grower leaders and USSEC's talented and dedicated staff around the world to help build, protect, and expand markets."

Sutter added: "USSEC's work to build and foster relationships has been critical to this effort. Relationships have been key to great export growth not only in places like China, but in a number of emerging markets where we are making great progress. And our team's work to promote the US Soy Advantage - exceptional composition, reliable supply, sustainable farming practices and innovation – is starting to make a real difference in how buyers value soy and soy products."

- USSEC