Sam Kieffer to Serve as Next CEO of NAWG

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Elizabeth Rivera | 202-547-7800 | [email protected]

Sam Kieffer to Serve as Next CEO of NAWG

Washington, D.C. (October 2, 2025) - The National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) announced today that Sam Kieffer has been selected to serve as the organization's next Chief Executive Officer starting November 1, bringing more than 20 years of experience in agricultural leadership and farm policy to the role.

"I'm honored to join NAWG at such a pivotal time for wheat growers across the country," said Sam Kieffer. "Having grown up on a farm, it has been a privilege to dedicate my career to serving farmers and I'm proud to champion their cause in this new role. I look forward to working alongside NAWG's dedicated members, board and staff to tackle challenges and ensure a bright future for farm families and rural America."

"Sam brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of both the policy landscape and the needs of wheat growers. We're excited to welcome him as CEO and are confident farmers will be well served by his thoughtful leadership and strong voice in Washington DC and beyond. We're grateful to Eric Steiner for his service as our Interim CEO," said Pat Clements NAWG President.

Kieffer most recently served as Vice President of Public Policy at the American Farm Bureau Federation, where he led policy advocacy and economic analysis for the nation's largest general farm organization. In that role, he oversaw strategic advocacy initiatives impacting federal legislation and regulatory frameworks across the agriculture sector. Prior to that, he held several key leadership positions at the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau working with farmers at the state and local level.

A Pennsylvania native, Kieffer grew up on his family's grain and beef cattle farm, and proudly served as an officer in the United States Army and Pennsylvania Army National Guard. He holds a bachelor's degree in political science from Dickinson College, a master's degree in public administration from Widener University, and an MBA from Delaware Valley University.

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