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Emerging Leaders Program

Developing the Next Generation of Egg Industry Leaders
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The Mid-Atlantic Egg Council Emerging Leaders Program provides an opportunity for individuals in the egg industry to strengthen their leadership skills, expand their industry knowledge and become more engaged in the organizations and activities shaping the future of our industry.

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You don’t need to already be an established leader to apply. The program is designed for individuals who are ready to learn, get involved and grow their ability to contribute within their company, community and the regional and national egg industry.

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Applications for the 2027 Emerging Leaders Program are open October 1 – December 5, 2026.
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About the Program

Leadership development happens both inside and outside the workplace. The Emerging Leaders Program encourages participants to broaden their experience by getting involved in Mid-Atlantic Egg Council activities and other egg and poultry industry events throughout the year.

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Participants will have opportunities to attend educational programs, industry meetings, leadership activities, promotional events and networking opportunities while building stronger connections across the industry.

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Through the program, participants can:

  • Build leadership skills through active industry involvement.

  • Expand industry knowledge by attending educational programs, meetings and conferences.

  • Make meaningful connections with egg producers, allied industry professionals and industry organizations.

  • Get involved in egg promotion, community outreach and volunteer activities.

  • Prepare for future opportunities within their company and the broader egg industry.

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Who Should Apply?

The Emerging Leaders Program is open to individuals interested in growing their involvement and leadership within the egg industry.

Applicants:

  • Do not need to already be established leaders in the Maryland, Delaware or New Jersey egg industry.

  • Must be at least 21 years old as of the application deadline.

  • Must be a Mid-Atlantic Egg Council member personally or work for a company that is a member.

  • Should be committed to actively participating in the 2027 program and expanding their leadership skills and industry knowledge.

We encourage applications from individuals who want to take the next step in their professional development and become more involved in the future of the egg industry.

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Program Participation

Emerging Leaders are encouraged to experience different aspects of the egg and poultry industries throughout the program year.

Opportunities may include:

  • Mid-Atlantic Egg Council Clay Shoot and/or Golf Tournament

  • Pennsylvania Sales/Technical Conference

  • Mid-Atlantic Egg Council Board Meetings

  • MEC Leadership Conference/Tour

  • Maryland Poultry Day at the Capitol or a Delaware equivalent, if held

  • Southeast Egg Conference

  • State Fair poultry and egg activities

  • MEC educational webinars

  • Egg promotional activities in communities or schools

  • American Egg Board meetings

  • United Egg Producers meetings

  • UEP Area Briefings

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To earn an MEC Emerging Leader certificate, participants must complete the program's required combination of designated events and additional activities. Participants are also expected to complete a volunteer activity during the program.

The MEC Leadership Conference/Tour is a mandatory component of the program except in extenuating circumstances.

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How to Apply

Applications for the 2027 Emerging Leaders Program must be received by December 5, 2026.

A complete application includes:

  1. A completed and signed Emerging Leaders Program application.

  2. A brief letter of support from your supervisor, company executive or another professional reference.

  3. A resume of no more than two single-sided pages.

  4. A response of 200 words or less addressing the following questions:

    • What are your career goals?

    • Why are you interested in the Emerging Leaders Program?

    • What is the one thing you hope to take from this program that would be most useful to you and your career path?

    • What is your vision of an effective leader as the egg industry moves into the future?

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

Grow your network, broaden your industry experience and become more involved in the future of the Mid-Atlantic egg industry.

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