“We are thrilled to welcome Cargill as our new Heartland Chair to bolster USGLC’s efforts to engage citizens across America’s heartland about why leading globally matters locally,” said USGLC President and CEO Liz Schrayer. “Cargill is an innovative company that truly understands the importance of the world to local business, community, and farm leaders throughout the Midwest. That’s why they will join us in forums with policymakers on both sides of the aisle— just like those we have held from Scranton, PA to Kalamazoo, MI and beyond. A heartland company with deep international development roots, Cargill can both share inspiring stories and draw powerful, local connections, making the compelling case that our work overseas strengthens our economy and our national security.”

“The Midwest has long been the agricultural and manufacturing heart of America. As our Heartland states succeed, so does the U.S. and the world succeed,” said Devry Boughner Vorwerk, Cargill Vice President of corporate affairs. “Cargill remains a steadfast advocate for open markets, allowing American farmers and farm communities to thrive as they feed the world’s families and boost their local economies. USGLC shares this passion, engaging and educating policymakers on the tie between America’s leadership and global development,” continued Vorwerk. “We are pleased to serve as their Heartland Chair through 2020, inviting a network of advocates to join us in lifting up America’s Heartland—and the men and women who rely on our rural communities and America’s global leadership for their families’ livelihoods.”