Dr. Joe Harris: SMA President & CEO -Welcome to the SMA family!

Neil Dudley and Joe Harris welcome everyone to the show as they discuss the open, friendly environment of the Association, highlight a few impactful SMA members and share the mission of the Association.

 

Links:

https://southwestmeat.org/

https://southwestmeat.org/hall-of-honor/

https://southwestmeat.org/benefits-of-membership/

2025 SMA Convention Page : https://bit.ly/3GAI5y4

 

Topics

01:20 Meet Joe Harris: SMA President and CEO

04:12 The Importance of People in Associations

06:26 Memorable Figures in SMA History

18:54 The Evolution of SMA

21:52 Joe Harris' Journey to Meat Science

23:39 Deferring Vet School for Graduate Studies

24:20 First Job at Texas Beef Council

24:54 Career Advice and Industry Insights

26:09 Current Events and Industry Challenges

27:03 Regulatory Compliance and Food Safety

36:55 SMA Convention and Networking

40:19 SMA Foundation and Scholarships

44:37 Starting an Industry Association

47:12 Reflections and Future Plans