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POULTRY TAKING THE LEAD

The International Poultry Council is thrilled to invite you to Chicago, USA, for three days of insights and discussions on how the global poultry sector can take the lead.

After a full day of Working Group meetings, participants will hear from key industry stakeholders on how the poultry sector can take the lead as a sector, for tomorrow's consumers and on animal health and welfare.

Agenda

October 2, 2023
October 3, 2023
October 4, 2023

October 2, 2023

Main Schedule

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Working Group - Animal health and welfare

*** IPC members only ***

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Working group - Food safety and processing

*** IPC members only ***

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Working group - Environment and Sustainability // Communications

*** IPC members only ***

Please note both working groups will be held concurrently, members are requested to select the working group they wish to attend when registering.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Working group - Trade

*** IPC members only ***

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Welcome cocktail

October 3, 2023

Main Schedule

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Shaping the future of the food sector

We're delighted to welcome keynote speaker Gilberto Tomazoni, Global CEO of JBS.
The session focuses on the meaning of leadership in and for the food and farming sector, how the private sector can contribute to feeding the world and how the poultry sector can step up to meet global expectations.

9:45 AM - 10:30 AM

IPC taking the lead

Robin Horel (President at International Poultry Council)

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Stepping up to the plate

This session features three presentations exploring how the poultry sector can take the lead as a responsible sector followed by a panel discussion. Articulated around the three pillars of sustainability, the discussion will cover sustainable production and sourcing, how to empowering people through inclusivity and how the sector's economic impact can make a difference to communities
Confirmed speakers include Justin Sherrard (Rabobank), Cesar Pina (McDonalds) and moderator Richard Griffiths (British Poultry Council).

Cesar Pina (VP Global Supply Chain - Strategic Sourcing Food at McDonalds)

Justin Sherrard (Global Strategist, Animal Protein at Rabobank)

Richard Griffiths (Chief Executive at British Poultry Council)

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Understanding today's and tomorrow's consumers

Do you pay attention to what your customers are paying attention to? In this session, Steve Lerch (Story Arc Consulting) sheds light on consumer behaviors and what companies can or should do to keep up with consumers.

Steve Lerch (Consultant at Story Arc Consulting)

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Navigating consumer trends

Speaker TBC

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Food on your doorstep

Speaker TBC

4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

The new consumer landscape

Panel discussion moderated by Greg Watt (WATT Global Media), speakers TBC.

Greg Watt (President/CEO of WATT Global Media)

7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

President's Dinner

October 4, 2023

Main Schedule

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Leading the way in animal health and welfare

In this session, poultry leader Jan Henriksen (Aviagen) discusses what the poultry sector can do to prevent and mitigate the impact of disease outbreaks and the intrinsic links between animal health and animal welfare.

9:45 AM - 10:30 AM

Tackling animal diseases

In this session, APHIS Deputy Administrator and Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Rosemary Sifford presents domestic and global challenges and opportunities in poultry health. As the poultry sector explores all options to prevent and mitigate the impact of disease outbreaks, Dr Sifford shares her perspective on potential solutions and how the private and public sector can work together on animal health issues.

Dr Rosemary Sifford (Deputy Administrator Veterinary Services and Chief Veterinary Officer at USDA APHIS)

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Leading by example for animal welfare

This session features four presentations with crossed perspectives on animal welfare, followed by a moderated panel discussion.
Confirmed speakers include Kate Barger (Cobb Vantress), Ryan Bennett (IPWA), Birthe Steenberg (AVEC) and moderator Dennis Erpelding (IPC).

Kate Barger (Director of World Animal Welfare at Cobb Vantress)

Ryan Bennett (Executive Director of International Poultry Welfare Alliance)

Birthe Steenberg (Secretary General at AVEC - EU Association of Poultry Processors & Trade)

Dennis Erpelding (Science and Trade Advisor at International Poultry Council)

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

The US poultry sector

In this session, Greg Tyler (USAPEEC) shares current and future perspectives for the US poultry sector.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Market report

In this session, Brian Earnest looks at the global poultry meat market situation and outlook, including production trends, specific focus on different regions, main drivers and challenges such as the impact of AI, trade, inflation and raw materials prices.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

IPC Business Session

Speakers

Birthe Steenberg

Secretary General at AVEC - EU Association of Poultry Processors & Trade

Brian Earnest

CoBank

Cesar Pina

VP Global Supply Chain - Strategic Sourcing Food at McDonalds

Dennis Erpelding

Science and Trade Advisor at International Poultry Council

Gilberto Tomazoni

Global CEO of JBS

Greg Tyler

President & CEO of USAPEEC

Greg Watt

President/CEO of WATT Global Media

Jan Henriksen

CEO of Aviagen

Justin Sherrard

Global Strategist, Animal Protein at Rabobank

Kate Barger

Director of World Animal Welfare at Cobb Vantress

Richard Griffiths

Chief Executive at British Poultry Council

Robin Horel

President at International Poultry Council

Dr Rosemary Sifford

Deputy Administrator Veterinary Services and Chief Veterinary Officer at USDA APHIS

Ryan Bennett

Executive Director of International Poultry Welfare Alliance

Steve Lerch

Consultant at Story Arc Consulting

Birthe Steenberg

Secretary General at AVEC - EU Association of Poultry Processors & Trade

Brian Earnest

CoBank

Cesar Pina

VP Global Supply Chain - Strategic Sourcing Food at McDonalds

Dennis Erpelding

Science and Trade Advisor at International Poultry Council

Gilberto Tomazoni

Global CEO of JBS

Greg Tyler

President & CEO of USAPEEC

Greg Watt

President/CEO of WATT Global Media

Jan Henriksen

CEO of Aviagen

Justin Sherrard

Global Strategist, Animal Protein at Rabobank

Kate Barger

Director of World Animal Welfare at Cobb Vantress

Richard Griffiths

Chief Executive at British Poultry Council

Robin Horel

President at International Poultry Council

Dr Rosemary Sifford

Deputy Administrator Veterinary Services and Chief Veterinary Officer at USDA APHIS

Ryan Bennett

Executive Director of International Poultry Welfare Alliance

Steve Lerch

Consultant at Story Arc Consulting

Documents

IPC SSM23 Sponsorship.pdf
IPC SSM23 Overview.pdf

Sponsors and Partners

Organizer

Diamond Sponsor

MSD Animal Health

https://www.msd-animal-health.com/

MSD Animal Health focuses on the fundamental role of progressive science in animal health and understanding its deep responsibility to customers, consumers, animals, society and the planet.

From developing the first vaccine for fowl pox – a common disease affecting poultry worldwide – to launching biotech-based vaccines that work against major poultry pathogens and becoming the global leader in livestock health digital tracking, our motivation has always been rooted in discovery.

Emerald Sponsor

CEVA

https://www.ceva.com/

CEVA helps veterinary professionals and those who look after animals all around the world to achieve the highest possible standards of health and wellbeing for the animals in their care. They research, develop, manufacture and supply vaccines, pharmaceutical medicines and other animal health products, together with the equipment, training, technical support and specialised services to ensure their optimal use.
Their “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked.

Platinum Sponsor

Aviagen

https://en.aviagen.com/

Aviagen is a leading poultry breeding company with a mission to put #FoodOnEveryTable of families around the globe. They work hand-in-hand with customers -- the world’s chicken meat producers -- to help supply sustainable, affordable, and nutritious protein to their growing communities.

Aviagen articulates its actions around three core pillars: the right bird for the right market; securing the food chain, and; global reach, local touch.

Jamesway

https://www.jamesway.com/

Jamesway Incubator is committed to ensuring that hatchery equipment is solid, HVAC is efficient and embryos are nestled in the perfect environment. With two product lines, Jamesway has the right machines for hatcheries. Their machines are famous for reliability, efficiency, and longevity, and they will offer the best long-term return on investments.

HatchTech

https://hatchtech.com/

HatchTech is part of the HatchTech Group, an innovation-focused company using research and the latest technologies to develop early-stage solutions for the food industry and other markets worldwide. By revolutionising chick hatching and transportation, and pioneering new innovations such as in-egg gender identification and vertical farming, HatchTech helps customers in over 40 countries to maximise performance while driving sustainability and animal welfare.

Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods built its name on providing generations of families with wholesome, great-tasting chicken. Today, Tyson Foods are innovators uniquely positioned to reshape what it means to feed our world. Today, Tyson Foods not only have the fastest-growing portfolio of protein-centric brands, but also offer greater transparency in everything we do.

Gold Sponsor

USSEC

https://ussec.org/

The U.S. Soybean Export Council focuses on differentiating, elevating preference, and attaining market access for the use of U.S. Soy for human consumption, aquaculture, and livestock feed in 80+ countries internationally. USSEC members represent the soy supply chain including U.S. Soy farmers, processors, commodity shippers, merchandisers, allied agribusinesses, and agricultural organizations. USSEC’s mission is to maximize the utilization, value and access to markets of U.S. Soy around the world.

Evonik

https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/en

With an eye on essential nutrition, sustainability, and digitization, Evonik provides science-based system solutions to better international livestock farming, not simply individual products. Through decades of experience in animal nutrition, deep understanding of customers' requirements, scientific expertise, and global presence Evonik provides knowledge-based system solutions for the sustainable and efficient production of meat, fish, eggs, and milk.

Elanco

https://www.elanco.com/en-us

Elanco is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole.

Media Partner

Cocktail Partner

Tickets

Early bird registration

Early Bird Price$650

Venue

Swissotel Chicago
323 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, 60601, Illinois

https://www.swissotel.com/hotels/chicago/

Contact us

For additional event or venue information, please send an email to caroline@internationalpoultrycouncil.org

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