Mike King

Mike King has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Mike is currently serving as the Senior Director of Communications & Public Relations at the Ohio Pork Council since February 2023. Prior to this role, they worked as an Account Director at Blank Page Marketing, LLC from October 2022 to February 2023.

Mike has a long history in the agricultural industry, particularly in communications. Mike was the Director of Science Communications at the National Pork Board from August 2009 to September 2022. During their tenure, they managed and disseminated technical information for the board's Science and Technology department and played a key role in executing America's Pig Farmer of the Year(R) Award since 2013.

Before joining the National Pork Board, Mike owned their own company called King Communications from September 2007 to August 2009. Mike provided marketing and communications solutions to clients while also contributing editorial content and photography for national agricultural magazines.

Prior to that, Mike worked as a PR Director at 5MetaCom from January 1996 to September 2007, where they planned and executed public relations activities for major accounts, including Elanco Animal Health. Mike also served as a PR Account Executive at Osborn & Barr Communications from April 1995 to January 1996, handling public relations and copywriting for clients such as Merck AgVet.

Earlier in their career, Mike worked as a Sr. Associate Editor at Vance Publishing from October 1990 to April 1995, where they played a crucial role in the production of a monthly magazine focused on commercial agriculture. Mike began their career as a Regional Manager at Farming Magazine from August 1989 to October 1990, where they traveled extensively to solicit editorial content and manage advertising sales.

Overall, Mike King's work experience showcases their expertise in communications, public relations, and marketing in the agricultural industry.

Mike King earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture from Purdue University, completing their education from 1985 to 1989. In addition, they obtained the Pork Quality Assurance Plus certification from the National Pork Board in February 2015.