Marjie Knust

Marjie Knust is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in the agricultural sector, currently serving as Senior Vice President of Communications and Community Relations at Dairy Farmers of America since May 2008. Marjie has held several key positions within the organization, including Vice President of Corporate Communications and Senior Director of Communications, where responsibilities included ensuring compliance with style and branding standards for member communications and overseeing employee training and development. Marjie also managed the development and production of the cooperative's quarterly member magazine, "The Leader," and various other publications. Prior to Dairy Farmers of America, Marjie worked as an editor/project manager at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and as a business reporter with NPG Newspapers. Marjie holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from Northwest Missouri State University.