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JENNY PAGEL-GUILE JOINS MID AMERICA CROPLIFE ASSN (MACA) AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Oct. 26, 2026
Source: Mid America CropLife Association (MACA) news release
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ST. LOUIS, Mo. -- The Mid America CropLife Association (MACA) has named Jenny Pagel-Guile as its new Executive Director, bringing more than 20 years of nonprofit executive leadership experience to the organization as it builds on its strong foundation of member engagement and industry collaboration. Kincannon & Reed, a leadership advisory firm specializing in executive search and leadership development for the food and agriculture sectors, partnered with MACA on the search.
In her new role, Pagel-Guile will lead MACA's operations, member programs, education initiatives, and communications, working closely with the Board of Directors, member companies, and industry partners across 13 Midwestern states. She will focus on strengthening the association's value to members, expanding participation in signature programs, and advancing strategic priorities that support the crop protection industry.
"Jenny brings a strong record of organizational leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement that will serve MACA well as we look to the future," said Matt Lawrence, MACA president. "We are looking forward to her partnership with the Board and our members as we continue to strengthen the association, expand opportunities for engagement, and advance our commitment to education, stewardship, and collaboration across the industry."
Pagel-Guile has spent more than two decades leading nonprofit organizations, with expertise in strategic planning, board governance, fundraising, financial management, and organizational growth. Her experience includes leading lean, distributed teams; managing complex operations and budgets; developing corporate partnerships; and building programs that deepen stakeholder participation. She is also part of a fifth-generation farming family in northeast Kansas, giving her a personal connection to agriculture.
MACA is entering an important stage in its evolution, with an opportunity to build on established industry relationships while continuing to strengthen its member value proposition and expand participation across its programs.
"I'm pleased to welcome Jenny to MACA as we look ahead to the organization's next chapter," Lawrence said. "Her experience leading mission-driven organizations and bringing diverse stakeholders together will be valuable as we continue to deliver meaningful programs, foster industry connections, and support the people and organizations advancing agriculture across the Midwest."
About Mid America CropLife Association
The Mid America CropLife Association (MACA) brings together agriculture professionals from leading crop protection and agricultural retail companies across 13 Midwestern states. Through policy engagement, education, stewardship resources, and industry collaboration, MACA supports the responsible use of crop protection products and contributes to the future of sustainable agriculture.
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