Wyant Awarded SIIA Media Leadership Honor

Key Takeaways

Sara Wyant, CEO of Agri-Pulse, has been named The McAllister Top Management Fellow for 2023.
She will engage with students at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism this fall.
The fellowship aims to inspire future leaders in B2B journalism and is awarded by the Software Information Industry Association.

Sara Wyant Recognized as McAllister Top Management Fellow

Sara Wyant, founder and CEO of Agri-Pulse, has been honored as The McAllister Top Management Fellow for 2023 by the Software Information Industry Association (SIIA). This recognition was announced at the recent Business Information and Media Summit held in New Orleans. Wyant will participate in activities at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, where she will share insights from her extensive career with students and faculty.

For over 40 years, the McAllister Fellowship has provided valuable mentorship in business-to-business journalism. Abe Peck, director of business-to-business communications at Medill and a professor emeritus, noted the significance of the fellowship in fostering future talents in the industry. He emphasized Wyant’s contributions as an award-winning agricultural journalist and entrepreneur, highlighting Agri-Pulse’s role in specialized digital media since its inception in 2004.

Agri-Pulse Communications Inc. focuses on crucial topics related to farm, food, and rural policy. It has established itself as a prominent source in Washington, D.C., and Sacramento, offering balanced and nuanced perspectives on various issues including the farm bill, nutrition, trade, labor, food safety, and environmental concerns.

The fellowship is supported by Mr. and Mrs. Donald McAllister, Jr., and Ms. Liane McAllister Romaine, in memory of Donald McAllister, Sr., who had a long-standing impact on specialized business media for over 70 years. Selection of the fellows is a collaborative effort between SIIA Media and Professor Peck.

In recent years, the fellowship has honored several notable leaders, including Heather Farley of Access Intelligence, Chris Ferrell of Endeavor Business Media, and Sean Griffey of Industry Dive. These individuals are recognized for their leadership in business media and contributions to the journalism field.

Wyant’s recognition as a fellow not only acknowledges her achievements but also promises to inspire the next generation of journalists with her experience and expertise in agricultural and policy communications. Agri-Pulse remains committed to delivering timely and relevant news through its subscription-only e-newsletters, podcasts, and comprehensive online coverage, reinforcing its standing as a trusted resource in agricultural journalism.

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