The Board of Directors of the Asmark Institute, Owensboro, Ky., a provider of risk management services and regulatory compliance products to the agricultural industry, announced on Sept. 11 a transition in its leadership team. Amber Duke, who has been a part of the organization since 2006 and served as President and CEO since 2019, has decided to embrace a new role as Asmark’s Vice President of Marketing & Communications.
“Transitioning to a new role is a decision I’ve made with great thought and consideration,” Duke said. “My dedication to the industry, the incredible Asmark team, and our clients remains unwavering and I am excited to continue contributing to the organization’s success in a fresh capacity. The role of Vice President of Marketing & Communications aligns perfectly with my professional aspirations and personal strengths and allows me to continue to support and enhance Asmark’s mission.”
“Amber’s enduring commitment to the industry, the Asmark team, and its valued clients remains steadfast, and her contributions have been instrumental to the organization’s growth and success,” said Billy Pirkle, Asmark Board Chair. “Her institutional knowledge, leadership abilities, and skillset have profoundly shaped the organization’s positive trajectory, and the entire Board and the staff stand united in our support of her decision. We are thrilled that she will continue to be a key leadership team member.”
The Board has named Brian Mason as the next President and CEO of Asmark, effective Oct. 1, 2023. He has been with Asmark since 2008 and assumed the position of Vice President and COO in 2019.