Following the resignation of Kay Johnson Smith as CEO of the Animal Agricultural Alliance (AAA), Hannah Thompson-Weeman, currently the Vice President for Strategic Engagement, has been named President and CEO effective May 1st.

Christina Lood, Chairperson of the AAA Board, noted “Hannah’s history with the Alliance and energy for taking its mission to new heights make her the ideal choice for both seamless transition and a bright future for the organization.”

The Board of Directors expressed gratitude for the service provided by Kay Johnson Smith stating, “The organization would not be what it is today if it weren’t for her pouring limitless time and energy into growing the Alliance’s resources, team, and programs.” After a 28-year tenure with the Alliance, Kay Johnson Smith will join Dairy MAX as their COO.