Jason McAlister is the Director of Animal Welfare for Triumph Foods. He got his start at a small mom and pop plant in the early 90’s, before spending several years with IBP and Tyson. Jason came to Triumph foods to help with their animal welfare program. He was instrumental in the facility design and launch of the company’s newest facility, Seaboard Triumph Foods in Sioux City Iowa. Jason has spent time traveling around the world interacting with many different harvest companies across all species, for improvement of animal welfare. Jason championed the mindset of a no competition across the industry when it comes to animal welfare and takes pride in being part of a team of experts working closely to help those who handle livestock so they perform better. Improving the quality of life for animals, maximizing profits and teaching the next generation are the passions driving him daily.