The U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Poultry and Eggs U.S.-RSP) and the International Poultry Welfare Alliance (IPWA) have announced the appointment of Candace Bergesch as the Director of Communications for both organizations that have a joint structure and shared goals.

In commenting on the appointment, Ms. Bergesch stated, "The U.S.-RSPE and IPWA have made great strides in sharing their advancements in poultry welfare and sustainability due in large part to a very committed group of members representing all facets of the value chain".  She added, "it is my commitment to build on their hard work with impactful communications that will bring the story of poultry and eggs sustainability forward in a meaningful and transparent way”.

Ms. Bergesch was previously affiliated to the Osborne Barr Agency in St. Louis, representing the United Soybean Board and Novus International.