As full-time business people, it’s difficult to take a step back sometimes and share good news among your friends and work associates. When we reach a major milestone or achieve a significant accomplishment, the instinct is to press onward to the next goal. We should always take a step back and reflect on major successes and savor that moment before we move on to the next big thing.
It’s been a significant year for me, from a professional standpoint. This year, Independent Processor became the official trade publication of the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP). Many of my readers are already members and enjoy the benefits of being a part of that association, but many may not be familiar with AAMP. For smaller and mid-sized companies, it’s critical to be a part of a larger group that has your back. Whether you need legal or regulatory assistance, or you’re looking for some other meat industry professionals to give advice, groups like AAMP make it easier to get the help you need. In future issues of IP and also in this newsletter, I’ll be able to help share the importance of AAMP throughout the meat industry. I’m very happy to be working with such a fine organization.