WCMA Dairy Sustainability Group Meeting

You're invited to join WCMA for our 2025 Dairy Sustainability Group meeting on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025. Dairy processors and industry suppliers are invited to join in-person at WCMA's offices in Madison or online via Zoom.

WCMA’s Dairy Sustainability Group is an opportunity for dairy processor and supplier members to come together, hear from industry experts on the most pressing issues facing dairy processors, and engage in networking and idea-sharing. 

We encourage member companies at all stages of their sustainability journey to attend. Take advantage of dedicated time to learn, collaborate, and gather diverse perspectives through engaging presentations, guided group discussions, and a live Q&A session.

Here's a look at our featured speakers and topics:

• Data Dive: From Science to Strategy - Helping Define the Future of Low Emissions Dairy
  • Join us for a data driven discussion on the latest isnights into dairy's environmental sustainability metrics update, key opportunities and newest developments.
  • Speaker: Fabian Bernal, VP Measuring and Modeling, Dairy Management Inc.

• Leadership Buy-In
  • Explore strategies to secure leadership buy-in for sustainability initiatives, emphasizing the importance of alignment with organizational goals, positioning ESG as risk mitigation, data-driven benefits and showcasing competitive advantages.
  • Speakers:
    • Mat Bartkowiak, VP of Corporate Sustainability and Development, Nelson-Jameson, Inc.
    • Brandon Clark, Director of Sustainability, United Dairymen of Arizona

• Communicating Dairy's Sustainability Successes
  • Learn ways to communicate sustainability efforts that not only demonstrate commitment to environmental stewardship but also build consumer trust in your brand and products.
  • Speakers:
    • Ben Miller, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin
    • Katrina Hoesly, Sustainability Marketing Specialist, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin
    • Kaitlyn Harbort, Corporate Sustainability Manager, Foremost Farms USA

Have questions or suggestions? Please contact WCMA Director of Sustainability & Grants Danica Nilsestuen.