Will McDoniel
Meat & Seafood Category Manager
Harps Food Stores
The meat industry is built on people — and the next generation is already making its mark. The Leaders of Tomorrow awards celebrate rising professionals whose fresh ideas, collaborative spirit, and bold leadership are shaping the future of animal protein.
From advancing sustainability and food safety to reimagining meal solutions and global trade, these individuals represent the diverse opportunities and impact found across our industry.
Nominations for the 2026 awards are now closed and winners have been notified.
Meat & Seafood Category Manager
Harps Food Stores
South East Regional Sales Manager
Kayem Foods, Inc.
Brand Marketing Manager
Rastelli Foods Group
Senior Director – Procurement
Thomas Foods International, USA
Senior Brand Manager
Seaboard Foods
Manager Sustainability Risk Management
Eocene Environmental Group
Sales Manager
Marcus Food Co
Manager Customer Insights
Tyson Foods
Freight and Distribution Manager
Teys USA
Sales Manager
UNFI
Ten selected honorees will receive:
Nominees must:
Selected individuals must participate fully in AMC education sessions, networking events, and the mentorship program.
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Albertsons Companies
Director of Sales Partner Relationships
Marcus Food Co.
Special Projects Liaison
Eocene Environmental Group
Sr Mng of Revenue Growth Management
Perdue
Senior Manager – Customer Support & Orders Management
Thomas Foods International, USA
Case Ready Product Manager
Cryovac
R&D Lead, Prepared Meals
Cargill
Category Manager – Meat
Sprouts Farmers Market
Senior Technical Account Specialist
Merck Animal Health
Director of Trade Marketing & Category Management
Bob Evans Farm