Wayne-Sanderson Farms this week announced that Clint Rivers will be retiring from his role as President and CEO at the end of the company’s fiscal year on March 31, 2025. He will continue to serve as Executive Chairman of the Board for Wayne-Sanderson Farms for the upcoming 2026 fiscal year. Chief Operating Officer Kevin McDaniel has been named as successor, and will assume the role on April 1, 2025.
“I am deeply grateful for the incredible journey I have had with Wayne-Sanderson Farms, and it has been a privilege to work alongside such a talented and dedicated team. I am very proud of what we have accomplished together over the last 12 years,” Rivers said. “While I am retiring from my role as President and Chief Executive Officer, I am excited to continue serving on the Board of Directors and supporting the company’s continued success.”
Clint Rivers, CEO, Wayne-Sanderson Farms
“Having worked closely with Kevin over the last several years, I am confident that he is the perfect choice to lead Wayne-Sanderson Farms into this next chapter. He brings a wealth of experience and vision to the role, and I look forward to supporting him through this transition,” said Rivers.
“I am honored that the board has selected me to succeed Clint as President and Chief Executive Officer, and want to thank him for his years of outstanding service to Wayne-Sanderson Farms,” said McDaniel. “I am excited for the bright future ahead for our organization, as we strive to achieve our vision of being the amazing poultry company, recognized as the partner of choice by our customers, coworkers, farmers and communities.”
Kevin McDaniel, COO and incoming CEO, Wayne-Sanderson Farms
McDaniel was also just announced as a new officer of the National Chicken Council, serving as Secretary-Treasurer for the 2024-2025 year under Chairman Bill Griffith, COO of Peco Foods.
Wayne-Sanderson Farms’ press release can be found here.
