Kendra Murphy Pirk

Kendra Murphy Pirk is an experienced professional in event management and sponsorship sales, currently serving as the Commodity Classic Manager at the American Soybean Association since January 2012. In this role, Kendra manages the sponsorship sales program for the Commodity Classic convention, coordinating outreach and research for potential sponsors, while also assisting with educational programs and attendee feedback. Prior to this, Kendra held the position of Executive Assistant/Conference Planner for the WISHH Program at the same organization, planning various meetings and events. Kendra's earlier experience includes serving as Events and Projects Manager at the Partnership for Downtown St. Louis and as a Special Events and Communications Specialist at the Humane Society of Missouri. Kendra began a career in event coordination as a WalkAmerica Intern with the March of Dimes. Kendra holds an educational background from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.