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SMA 70th Annual Convention & Suppliers’ Showcase

July 22-25, 2026
Moody Gardens- Galveston, TX
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Date

Jul 22 - 25 2026

Time

8:00 am - 11:00 pm

Location

Moody Gardens
Moody Gardens
One Hope Blvd. Galveston, TX 77554
Website
https://www.moodygardens.com/

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    • Back
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    • Food Safety
    • Nutritional Analysis
    • Foreign Material
    • Appendix A & B
    • HACCP
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  • Used Equipment
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Family & Community in the Meat Industry: Cody & Chrissy Lane
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Neil hosts a heartfelt conversation with his best friend Cody Lane and Cody’s wife Chrissy, delving into their long-standing relationships and shared experiences within the Southwest Meat Association (SMA) and Peterson’s. They share personal stories, professional challenges, and the significance of the SMA as a supportive community and family in the meat industry. The discussion includes how they started their careers at Peterson’s, the benefits of being part of the SMA, and the importance of maintaining strong personal connections within the industry. Through anecdotes and reflections, the episode underscores the value of friendship, family, and community in both personal and professional spheres.

 

Topics

01:19 The SMA Family and Personal Reflections

02:05 Emotional Conversations and Support

04:52 Confidence and Faith

05:47 The Value of SMA and Community

07:20 First Encounters with SMA

08:23 Funny Stories and Memories

10:04 How We Started at Peterson’s

14:56 Chrissy’s Journey with Peterson’s

16:43 Parenting and Childhood Memories

17:13 SMA: A Family Vacation and Business Opportunity

18:00 The Role of SMA in Business Networking

18:46 Aggies and Meat Judging

19:21 Impact of COVID on Education and Business

19:47 Leadership and Service in SMA

21:16 Building the SMA Community

23:42 SMA’s Evolution and Services

26:42 Encouragement and Personal Growth

30:47 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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