USPOULTRY names IPE sales director

The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) has appointed Nathaniel "Nath" Morris as IPE sales director. He will be responsible for developing and implementing effective sales and marketing plans to ensure the continued success of the International Poultry Expo (IPE), part of the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE).

Morris joins USPOULTRY from Perdue Farms/Heritage Breeders where he served as U.S. sales manager. His experience includes serving as territory manager for Arbor Acres Farms/Aviagen and for Meyn USA, as well as Q.A. supervisor, sales production coordinator and production manager for Seaboard Farms of Athens, Inc. Morris has also served on the Hall County Board of Education since 2001 and is currently the chair. He is the incoming president of the Georgia School Board Association. Morris holds a bachelor of science in poultry science degree from the University of Georgia.

"While I am thankful to have spent the last 12 years with a first-class food company in Perdue Farms, I am excited about the opportunity to join the USPOULTRY team.  The International Production & Processing Expo has grown in size and scope, and I look forward to being a part of continuing the successes of this global event to benefit our industries," remarked Morris.

"We are very pleased that Nath will be joining our team at USPOULTRY. His extensive background, knowledge and experience in the poultry industry will serve well to help us continue to grow and enhance the IPPE," said John Starkey, USPOULTRY president.