June 25, 2024
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CCA's Annual Convention is in Full Swing
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LAKEWOOD, Colo. - Colorado Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) is surging through the second day of the Annual Convention. Yesterday, it hosted three rounds of committee meetings focused on critical updates, education, and lively policy discussions. Each committee meeting allowed attendees to engage with experts in all sectors of the beef industry and discuss industry opportunities and challenges. Thank you to the committee members and guest speakers for participating and engaging.
During Monday's lunch, CCA also celebrated the 2024 Leopold Conservation Award winner, Hamill Ranch of Hamilton, Colo. Congratulations again to Jake Hamill for implementing various conservation practices that benefit the natural resources, wildlife, soil health, and water of his ranch. Today’s schedule includes the seventh annual Ranching Legacy Symposium, the first Grassroots to Grasstops Affiliate and Membership Session, and CCA’s American Cowboy Reception and Banquet at the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. See below for a full schedule:
7th Annual Ranching Legacy Symposium
- 9:30 a.m. State of the Industry - Critical Updates on Critical Issues
- Phil Weiser, Colorado Attorney General
- Randy Blach, CattleFax
- Colin Woodall, Chief Executive Officer, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association
- Kaitlynn Glover, Public Lands Council
- Denver Slaughterhouse Ban Opposition Campaign Update
- Break for Lunch at the CCA Trade Show
- 2:30 p.m. Grassroots to Grasstops: Affiliate Engagement at the Local Level
- Affiliate Engagement Checklist
- Membership and Public Relations Committee discussion
- “What does it take to be an engaged affiliate?”
American Cowboy Banquet - 5:00 p.m.
- Join CCA for a reception, banquet, and evening of fun at the ProRodeo Hall of Fame Museum. The night will include several award presentations, CCA presidential addresses, connecting with new and old friends, live music from Kade Hoffman, and, as always, a delicious beef dinner!
If you can’t make it today, you can get involved during tomorrow’s morning events. CCA’s Beef and Business breakfast will begin at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow.
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Colorado Cattlemen’s Association’s (CCA) is the state’s premier cattlemen’s association serving as the principal voice and advocate for Colorado beef production. CCA accomplishes this through its vision of “advancing the legacy” of beef production for its members by ensuring a dynamic and profitable industry that provides growth and opportunity for future generations.
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