The National Grain and Feed Association announced Monday that Evan Dean has joined the organization as vice president, government and legislative affairs, starting July 13.
Dean will lead NGFA’s federal advocacy efforts and help advance the association’s policy priorities on behalf of the grain, feed, processing and export industries.
Dean joins NGFA from the office of U.S. Representative Mike Flood (R-Neb.), where he most recently served as legislative director. In that role, he advised Congressman Flood on legislative strategy and policy matters and managed a portfolio covering agriculture, trade, energy, transportation and telecommunications. He also supervised the legislative team and worked with congressional offices, federal agencies, industry stakeholders and agricultural organizations.
Dean’s understanding of the grain and feed industry was shaped in part by his work representing Nebraska’s First Congressional District. According to NGFA’s Harvest Economy report, the industry supports more than 15,000 jobs and contributes nearly $5.5 billion in economic impact across the district.
“Evan Dean brings Capitol Hill experience and a strong understanding of the policy issues that matter most to NGFA members,” said NGFA President and CEO Mike Seyfert. “Having represented a district where our industry has a significant economic impact, Evan understands firsthand the important role grain and feed businesses play in local economies and throughout the agricultural supply chain.”
Prior to serving as legislative director, Dean was a legislative assistant for Congressman Flood, where he oversaw agriculture, trade, appropriations, energy, telecommunications and natural resources policy. He helped advance sustainable aviation fuel initiatives, secured federal support for agricultural research priorities and engaged with agricultural stakeholders across Nebraska.
Before joining Congressman Flood’s office, Dean served as a legislative correspondent for Congressman Greg Pence (R-Ind.) and previously worked in the office of Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.).
Dean earned a bachelor’s degree in public policy leadership from the University of Mississippi, where he graduated magna cum laude.
