team pork

The Oklahoma Pork Council is lead by a hard working team of professionals, dedicated to supporting and celebrating the important work of pork producers across the great state of Oklahoma. Scroll down to learn about their backgrounds or to send an email to the members of our staff or our board of directors.

Staff

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    Kylee Deniz

    Executive Director

    Kylee Deniz has served the Oklahoma Pork Council as executive director since March 2021. As leader of the organization, she works closely with the state board of directors, the National Pork Producers Council, the National Pork Board, and a broad range of stakeholders to promote and protect Oklahoma’s pork industry. Kylee brings her award-winning experience in marketing and communications to her influential role representing thousands of Oklahomans employed throughout the various segments of pork production each day.

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    Matti Carlile

    Business Coordinator

    Matti Carlile serves as business coordinator for the Oklahoma Pork Council. In her first full-time position after graduating from college, she handles a variety of administrative duties that keep the organization running. Matti also works on Foreign Animal Disease (FAD) preparedness, coordination of special events, and serves as the primary contact for Oklahoma Pork’s board of directors. Before joining the team, Matti participated in the 2021 Pork Industry Group.

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    Ashton Mese Johnston

    Industry Relations Manager

    Ashton Mese Johnston serves as industry relations manager for the Oklahoma Pork Council. In this role, she is responsible for producer and sponsor outreach, helping lead the organization’s policy portfolio, and overseeing student programming like Oklahoma Pork’s internship program and the OSU Pork Industry Group. Before joining the team, Ashton spent 10 years in state and federal government roles with a focus on agricultural policy and communications.

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    Shay Stegmann

    Digital Content Creator

    Shay Stegmann is the digital content creator at Oklahoma Pork Council, excelling in storytelling, design, and social media strategy. With a talent for crafting compelling narratives and managing diverse platforms, Shay plays a pivotal role in shaping Oklahoma Pork’s visual communication initiatives.

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Board of Directors

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    Dr. Suzanne Genova

    Stillwater

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    Hannah Bevins

    Stroud

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    Roy Cansler

    Seiling

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    Tom Layne

    Enid

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    Brett Ramsey

    Jones

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    Cathy Vaughan

    Laverne

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    Joe Locke

    Marietta

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    Jaye Schuelke-Daily

    Laverne

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    Dr. Scott Carter

    Stillwater

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    Pati Law

    Guymon

  • Cole Williams

    Okeene

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    Rich Robinson

    Holdenville

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    Joe Popplewell

    National Pork Producers Council Board Member

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