This article is from our friends in the Mid South. Tim Price, the current Executive Vice President has announced his retirement next year. The Southern Cotton Growers is taking applications for Tim’s successor. Tim’s not leaving right away and is giving plenty of runway. On a personal note, it has been a pleasure to work with Tim. His leadership will be missed.

We were asked to post the following announcement. If you know a possible candidate, please pass this along to them.

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On March 31, 2027, Tim Price will officially transition from his role as Executive Vice President to a new role of Senior Advisor to the Executive Committee.

Tim will serve in this role as an advisor to leadership for one calendar year.  On March 31, 2028, Tim Price will complete his time as Senior Advisor to the Executive Committee.

We are actively seeking qualified candidates for the Executive Vice President position. Below is the job description and instructions for submitting a resume.  Please share this information with any interested parties.

Southern Cotton Ginners Association
Executive Vice President
Posted: August 1, 2026

Job Summary
The position of Executive Vice President of the SCGA is vital to the health of the Mid-South cotton industry. We seek a proactive, innovative leader whose primary focus will be the financial, operational, and organizational health of SCGA and its member gins. In addition to this primary focus, the Executive Vice President will also help SCGA leadership establish a vision for the Mid-South Farm & Gin Show and with the assistance of staff, leadership, and partners, execute a successful and meaningful annual event.

Job Description

1. Serve as the Association’s chief of staff.
2. Develop and support the Association’s membership.
3. Maintain a working knowledge of cotton ginning, production, and industry developments.
4. Keep Association leadership and members fully informed of Association activities.
5. Keep Association leadership and members fully informed of current and future federal and state regulatory issues.
6. Serve as a liaison between the Association and other agricultural organizations.
7. Develop and maintain necessary political and institutional relationships that benefit the Association.
8. Implement the programs and policies adopted by the Board of Directors.
9. Recommend new programs for consideration by the Board of Directors.
10. Employ and supervise Association staff.
11. Negotiate contracts on behalf of the Association in accordance with the bylaws.
12. Maintain Association records and make them available to the Board of Directors.
13. Manage all finances and retains of the Association, subject to approval by the Board of Directors.
14. Recommend committee appointments to the President and assist committee chairs in pursuing committee objectives.
15. Collect Association Dues
16. Oversee the production of the Mid-South Farm & Gin Show.
17. Develop strategies and make recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding improvements to the Mid-South Farm & Gin Show.

The Executive Vice President reports to the Executive Committee, which is governed by the Board of Directors.

Candidate Qualities

1. Cotton industry experience preferred but not required.
2. Strong communication and active-listening skills.
3. Financial literacy and strong attention to detail.
4. Ability to organize and lead a team comprised of both paid staff and volunteers.
5. A growth-minded approach across all areas of responsibility.

Application Information
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Andrea Steadman at andrea.steadman@southerncottonginners.orgor contact the office by phone at (901) 947-3104.

Deadline to submit resumes is September 4, 2026