Emerging Pork Leaders Carolina

Emerging Pork Leaders Carolina

Funder: North Carolina Pork Council

Program Status: Active leadership program

Program Duration: Three-month program

Cost: All costs associated with program covered

Purpose: Educates students and prepares them for career opportunities and leadership roles in the pork industry; prepares young adults to become ambassadors for the industry.

Geographic Scope

Open to students in North Carolina or native to North Carolina

Who Should Apply

• High school juniors and seniors
• College students
• Anyone currently involved in pork industry or interested in industry
• Program limited to 25 participants

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be in high school (junior or senior) or college
• Must live in North Carolina or be native to North Carolina
• Must be involved in or interested in pork industry

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

Identify threats facing agriculture and pork industry

Confidently engage with neighbors and on social media about industry

Program Format

• Four sessions total: Two in-person, two virtual
• In-person sessions: Mandatory for all participants
• Meeting format: Mixture of in-person and virtual sessions

Program Components

Ambassador Opportunities

After completing program, participants can:

Engage with public and share industry story by volunteering at NC State Fair and other events

Attend program reunion at NC Pork Council annual conference in Raleigh

Engage with industry professionals at events

Contact Information

NC Pork Council

Phone: (919) 781-0361

Email: info@ncpork.com

Website: www.ncpork.org