Industry Executives Move into Key Roles Amid Shifting Landscape

The Corn Refiners Association has named Paul Noe as its next president and CEO, who will take over on October 1. Noe brings over 20 years of experience in senior roles at organizations such as the American Forest & Paper Association and the former Grocery Manufacturers Association.

Noe succeeds John Bode, who is retiring after 13 years leading CRA. Josh Morton's position was expanded by Nestlé to include sustainability as he becomes head of corporate affairs and sustainability for the Americas Zone.

The American Coalition for Ethanol has named Ron Lamberty as its new chief strategy officer. He previously served as the chief marketing officer and has been with ACE since 2000.

Other notable moves in the industry include Danielle Beck being hired by the Hyperliquid Policy Center as head of government relations, and Courtney Briggs being promoted to managing director of the American Farm Bureau Federation.