The award is presented “in recognition of prolonged, sustained, and devoted service, continuing over a period of time to the association and to the industry which it represents.” This is the first time in eight years the award has been given.
Strauss has served on the NAMP Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, and as President in 2008-2009. His accomplishments include continued development of NAMP’s Meat Buyers Guide, assisting in the allocation of NAMP investments, helping in membership development, and increasing the participation and leadership of Associate Members in NAMP.