Subject Matter Experts
Access to food and agriculture thought leadership – from policy to plate – for presentations, panels, & articles 2025
We are Food & Ag – Advisors andAccountants
About Us
With roots dating back to 1932, Pinion has made it our mission to immerse to positively impact the future of farming and food production from policy to plate
• Experts in the food and agriculture sector
• Assurance providers
• On -farm financial advisors
• Tax strategists
• Accounting professionals
• Government p olicy advocates
• Land, conservation, and renewable energy advisors
• USDA and farm program guides
• Risk management consultants
• Succession and estate planners
• Family business, wealth, and legacy advisors
• Sustainability for agribusinesses developers
Who We Work With
Pinion is embedded throughout the U.S. food -supply chain and globally, working with producers (farmers, ranchers, and livestock producers) , input suppliers, processors, packagers, distributors, biofuel manufacturers, ag equipment dealerships, landowners, lenders, and many agencies and policy organizations
For many decades , we have worked side-by -side with farmers , processors and other advocacy groups , helping them make important business decisions, manage their financial resources , and engage with their supply chain and other key stakeholders. We have deep expertise in global trade, trade -related advocacy, b usiness valuation , g overnment and p ublic affairs, and sustainability
Food & Ag Markets We Serve
Pinion offers financial, operational, and succession planning solutions for businesses in :
• Animal Protein the protein agriculture market, including meat, fiber, milk, eggs, and other animal products.
• Commodity Crops producers of grain, wheat, soybeans, corn, potatoes, cotton, and other row crops.
• Permanent and Specialty Producers vegetable, fruit, nut, nurseries, producers, and manufacturers achieve financial prosperity and longevity.
• Food & Beverage Manufacturing secondary processing, harvest/processing plants, CPG brands, breweries, wineries, distilleries, foodservice, w holesalers, r etailers, d istributors
Boots on the Ground Expertise: 90+ Years Dedicated to Food & Ag
Many of our advisors have stood in farming/ranching boots we know producers’ businesses because many of us grew up on farms or are still actively involved in our own farms and ranches.
Learn more about us at: Food & Ag Consulting: Specialized Advisory Services | Pinion Global
OUR MOST REQUESTED TOPICS
Ag Policy : Government & Public Affairs
Brian Kuehl works closely with members of Congress, federal officials, and state policymakers to shape policies that benefit agricultural interests, leveraging strategic connections to maintain a strong presence in government relations. Monitoring opportunities for America’s farmers, Brian advocates on impactful issues like Ag tax policies, the Farm Bill, and government programs.
Brian Discusses Political Insights for Ag Businesses
● Policy analysis – legislation and proposed regulations that impact farmers, ranchers, processors, and suppliers long- term.
● Detailed modeling and explanation of how geopolitical policy changes will impact agribusiness.
Next Gen Farm Strategy : Estate & Succession Planning
Kevin Bearley, J.D., works with farm family operations on sophisticated tax solutions and complex family dynamics involved in estate and succession planning. His passion to help family agribusinesses survive and thrive both inspires and motivates families to act.
Kevin Discusses Strategies to Protect Business Assets Ahead of Succession and Limit Risk
• How to ensure operating assets and cash flow are accessible to on- farm heirs for the long- term, create prosperous farm operations, and ensure monetary benefits to other off -farm heirs
• Developing your family business goals and financial strategies while maximizing tax benefits at present and into the future
Land Advisory & Solutions : Enhance, Conserve & Protect
Quint Shambaugh provides strategic guidance, facilitation, and advisory services for land and water improvements, agricultural capital improvements, USDA programs, right- of-way mitigation, conservation easements and credits, and renewable energy projects.
Quint Discusses Program Options and Opportunities to Improve the Profitability, Farmability, and Growth of Land
• Explore agriculturally - focused land opportunities, recommendations for risk management, and NRCS program guidance and conservation strategies
● Learn pro tips for successful asset improvement projects for water, soil, and land
Farm Program Policy Guidance : USDA and FSA Opportunities
Phil Newendyke works with farm operations to resolve local FSA office issues, facilitates management meetings, and navigates complex appeals –unlocking every potential opportunity for farmers and ranchers under the USDA and FSA guidelines.
Phil Discusses Updates on USDA Farm Programs and Legislative Changes
• I nformation on how to meet eligibility requirements and navigate new program rules and regulations
• How to maximize benefits available to your operation through FSA and NRCS programs
• Maximize opportunities that are available while avoiding potential pitfalls
IMPORTANT TOPICS FOR AGRIBUSINESS GROWTH & SUSTAINABILITY
Farm Financial Business Management Topics
FAQs we address:
Risk Management Topics
Ag Tax Compliance & Strategy Topics
In addition to new tax code guidance, FAQs we address:
Sustainability Topics for Farmers, Growers, Ranchers & Agribusinesses
Helping producers protect and invest in their land while satisfying food value chain partners and consumers:
Next Gen , Estate & Family Business Advising Topics
Discuss the process of creating a plan to sustain farmers, their business, their heirs, and their legacy – on both a financial and emotional level:
Wealth Management Topics
Diving into your overall financial picture for you and your business. This involves coordinating the design of a retirement plan with a tax plan. Our wealth managers help simplify the complexities around financial planning with discussions on:
• Financial planning
• Managing investments
• Strategies with insurance
• Qualified retirement plan FAQs and guidance
Accounting & Financial Performance Topics
As a nationally -recognized ‘Top 70’ accounting firm in the U.S., our professional accounting advisors can address many of the office challenges in the business environment – helping owners and managers to contend with economic uncertainties and labor challenges. We can also address ways to optimize, expand, and transition operations to enable growth or competitive strategies .
Back - Office Solutions for Accounting, Finance & HR Needs
For farms struggling with inefficiencies in accounting processes, those unable to find trained professionals in their area, or in need of strategic business insights for better decision- making areas where they commonly seek guidance and information:
TO REQUEST SPEA KERS OR PANELISTS FOR EVENTS —
Email : AUSTIN.STERLING@PINIONGLOBAL.COM
TO SET UP MEDIA INTERVIEWS OR REQUEST QUOTES —
Email KRISTIN.CHIERA@PINIONGLOBAL.COM
