Bob Riley

Bob Riley is a respected poultry industry leader, innovator, and longtime advocate for the advancement of animal agriculture. Throughout his distinguished career with Feed Energy, he helped pioneer nutritional solutions that delivered measurable value to poultry producers while building lasting partnerships across the egg and poultry industry.

Early in his career, Riley recognized the potential for poultry production to demonstrate the benefits of advancements in nutrition. Through extensive research, product development, and collaboration with industry partners, he helped establish Feed Energy as a trusted supplier of innovative nutritional solutions that improved flock performance, egg quality, and producer profitability.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Riley has made an enduring impact through his service to the North Central Poultry Association. For more than 25 years, he served on the NCPA Board of Directors, helping guide the organization through significant growth and change. During his tenure, he championed industry outreach, consumer engagement, and transparency, encouraging poultry and egg leaders to share their story and build stronger connections with the public.

Known for his thoughtful leadership style, Riley has consistently challenged conventional thinking while fostering collaboration and partnership. Colleagues throughout the industry respect his willingness to listen, seek diverse perspectives, and advance practical solutions to complex challenges. His personal philosophy, "Listen, then be bold," has guided both his professional success and his approach to leadership.

Throughout his career, Riley has remained committed to mentoring others and strengthening the next generation of industry leaders. He is widely recognized for his humility, integrity, and belief that success is built through relationships, teamwork, and service to others.

Through his leadership, innovation, and decades of service, Bob Riley has helped shape the poultry and egg industry and leaves a lasting legacy on the North Central Poultry Association and the agricultural community as a whole.