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Reekie Joins NABC

PRESS RELEASE
July 29, 2004

The North American Beef Congress (NABC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Melanie "Mel" Reekie in the role of show administrator of their newly organized beef event coming to London, Ontario October 28-31.

Reekie will be directly responsible for business communications, daily operations of the NABC office and exhibitor relations. Reekie's focus will be to set up a trouble-free entry system that offers ease for the exhibitor and simplicity for staff and volunteers during the show. She will also compile and produce the Livestock Show Catalog and assist with operations during the exhibition.

Reekie brings with her valuable agricultural career experience. Previously she worked with Pioneer Grain Company, Limited, Whitewood, Saskatchewan, as a location assistant were her responsibilities included daily operations of a high input elevator and building relationships with the Pioneer clients. Prior to that, she was employed as a crop input administrator for the South Prairie Region. Reekie graduated valedictorian from Ridgetown College, University of Guelph with a diploma in agriculture in 2000. Raised on a diversified crop and beef farm she will utilize her several years of 4-H involvement and time spent at livestock shows to facilitate her new position.

The first Congress will attempt to bring together all sectors of the beef industry. The four-day event will include a host of educational seminars, youth events, livestock competitions and sales, culinary events, a trade show and consumer demonstrations, all highlighting excellence in beef agriculture.

To learn more about the upcoming NABC, please visit their web site at www.northamericanbeefcongress.com.

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