August 31, 2007

USCA Director Emeritus Leo McDonnell To Speak In Lewistown, MT

Contact: Danni Beer, USCA COOL Committee Chairman 605/524-3383

   
USCA (August 30, 2007) - U. S Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) Director Emeritus Leo McDonnell, Columbus, MT will be the featured speaker at a USCA informational meeting on September 25 at the Eagle’s Club located on Main Street in Lewistown, MT.

The event will begin with a  no host social hour at 5:00 p.m., followed by a no host hamburger fry at 6:00 p.m. McDonnell will speak following the hamburger fry.

McDonnell has been an advocate for the U.S. cattle industry for more than a decade.  He serves as a USCA director and is a member of USCA’s Animal Health and Welfare and Country of Origin Labeling Committees.

"USCA has emerged as a strong voice for cattle producers in Washington, DC," noted Judie Manuel, USCA National Membership Committee Chair. "We all know and appreciate what Leo has contributed to the industry and what he continues to contribute. USCA is privileged to host this special evening and I hope all cattle producers in the area will take advantage of the opportunity listen to Leo’s perspective on current issues."

Tickets for the dinner are $5 per plate.

For more information, contact Judie Manuel at 406/429-7101.


Established in March 2007, USCA is committed to assembling a team to concentrate efforts in Washington D.C. to enhance and expand the cattle industry's voice on Capitol Hill. For membership forms and other information visit www.uscattlemen.org