Western Heritage Meat Co. founder steps back from day-to-day operations
Founder Taylor Kerns joins the Western Heritage Meat Co. Board of Directors to guide the company's long-term vision and mission.
Western Heritage Meat Co. has announced a planned leadership transition, effective July 1, 2026. Founder Taylor Kerns will be stepping back from day-to-day operations and will be joining the company's Board of Directors, where he will continue to guide long-term vision and mission.
The board has appointed Beth Hebert as chief executive officer and Brian McGuire as chief operations officer. Hebert has more than 20 years of experience in business leadership, marketing, financial strategy and risk mitigation, positioning her to lead Western Heritage through its next phase of disciplined growth. McGuire, who has been with Western Heritage since its inception, has been a central force in building the company's operational integrity, production systems, and day-to-day reliability.
"Taylor and Cathryn built the foundation of this company with grit, vision, and a deep commitment to Wyoming producers," said the board. "This transition honors that legacy while positioning Western Heritage for its next chapter of growth and impact."
As Western Heritage continues expanding its processing capacity, producer network and regional distribution, the company said this leadership shift is part of its commitment to stability, transparency and strengthening a resilient, regionalized food system.
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