Opportunity Snags Two DC Staffers

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NCBA Executive Director of Regulatory Affairs Gary Weber has resigned after 12 years of service to the organization.  His last day was Aug. 31.  He will become the chief operating officer of Ohio-based Harrison Ethanol.

Dr. Weber, NCBA’s resident animal health scientist since 1994, has served cattlemen on public policy issues related to meat inspection, animal health, beef safety, research and education and has been a trusted expert on these issues working with USDA, Food and Drug Administration, Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Congress.

Dr. Weber was NCBA’s lead spokesperson on BSE, often appearing on network television news programs and conducting interviews with print publications from across the globe. Earlier this summer, the Food and Drug Administration honored Dr. Weber with a special citation for his work in the animal health sector, specifically for helping prevent the spread of BSE in the United States.

Associate Director of Legislative Affairs Michelle Reinke on Sept. 5 left NCBA after six years.  She will become the director of legislative affairs for the National Restaurant Association.

Reinke helped secure passage of the U.S.-Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement. She most recently led NCBA’s efforts on Capitol Hill for full and permanent repeal of the Death Tax.