Join us for a lively discussion as a panel of local ag-marketing leaders share their insights on the future of ag-marketing from both agency and corporate perspectives. What did they observe in 2022? Where are things headed in 2023 (and beyond)? They'll answer these questions and more!
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Reminder: Lunch will be provided.
About Our Panelists
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David Thompson oversees the company’s sales and marketing initiatives. As such, he works closely with the sales team to develop competitive sales programs for all of Stine Seed Company’s customers. Stine uses a variety of high-touch marketing programs that include educational materials for internal and external use. He works closely with the entire Stine leadership team to develop a strong communication plan to promote products and programs that meet the needs of their customers.
David was raised in rural Dallas County, Iowa, on a grain farming operation only a few miles from Stine headquarters. Prior to joining the Stine team, David worked for the Iowa Soybean Association, a nonprofit, farmer-led commodity organization that represents Iowa soybean producers.
David’s interests and involvement in agriculture extend well beyond Stine. He has been actively involved in the National Agri-Marketing Association, serving as president of the Iowa chapter and in various appointments to the national organization. In addition, David is a past president of the Iowa Seed Association.
David is a graduate of Iowa State University’s Greenlee School of Journalism, with an emphasis in public relations.
Doug Jeske, President and owner of The Meyocks Group, advises clients on brand and public relations strategies in addition to providing agency leadership. Doug joined Meyocks in 1993 after serving in a corporate public relations role for Sandoz Agro in suburban Chicago. Notable client experience includes Bayer CropScience, Delta Dental, Farm Credit Services of America, Firestone, Grinnell Mutual, Hy-Vee, Latham Seeds, National Pork Board, Pioneer, Templeton Rye, Topco and Valent BioSciences. Doug has a bachelor’s degree in agricultural journalism from Iowa State University and master’s degree in corporate public relations from Northwestern University. Doug acquired Meyocks in 2008.