MEEKER Endowed
LECTURE SERIES
of Excellence
Inspiring Leadership and Innovation in Agricultural Communications
The Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communications (ALEC) is hosting the inaugural Meeker Endowed Lecture Series. This public lecture series honors the Meeker Family and their generosity.
The aim is to advance the study of social sciences and behavioral agricultural and life sciences. By inviting influential speakers from industry, academia, or government, the series will promote a deeper understanding of the field.
Upcoming Lecture
The Inaugural Meeker Endowed Lecture
Date: September 26, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: Anneberg Conference Center, Hagler Auditorium,
1002 George Bush Dr W, College Station, TX 77843
Professional attire is recommended for the event.
Register to Attend
Sign up for this event using the sign up link below.
About the Speaker: John Bellinger
The inaugural event will feature guest speaker Regent John Bellinger. John Bellinger of San Antonio is the co-founder, with his wife Gina, and the former CEO of Food Safety Net Services (FSNS).
He is currently a board member of the recently merged company, which combines FSNS and the Certified Group, along with several companies in the U.S., Mexico, and Japan that focus on livestock and the food industry. Mr. Bellinger is the CEO of Agri-West International and Bellinger Development. He is the former Chairman of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, Southwest Meat Association, and a member of the Texas Beef Council. Mr. Bellinger is a member of the Texas A&M University College of Agriculture Development Council and the Animal Science External Advisory Council. He is a former recipient of the Texas A&M Outstanding Alumnus Award in Animal Science and the College of Agriculture and was inducted into the U.S. Meat Industry Hall of Fame in 2022. Mr. Bellinger received a bachelor’s degree (Agricultural Education) and a master’s degree (Animal Science) from Texas A&M University. Gina ’89 and John ’76 are the proud Aggie parents of Jack ’21 and Lauren ’23.
Mr. Bellinger was appointed to the Board of Regents by Governor Greg Abbott in 2023. He serves as Chairman of the Committee on Research and as a member of the Committee on Audit, and the Committee on Academic and Student Affairs. Mr. Bellinger was appointed in 2025 to serve as a member of the University Lands Advisory Board. His term expires on February 1, 2029.
Who Should Attend?
- Students, faculty & researchers in agricultural leadership, education, communications, and social sciences
- Industry professionals in agriculture, food systems, sustainability & community development
- Policy makers, nonprofit & extension leaders working at the intersection of people and agriculture
- Anyone interested in how human behavior and social systems shape agriculture and life sciences
Questions?
For questions or more information, please contact:
Robert Strong
[email protected]
979-321-5760
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