Fresh off his second term in the White House as U.S. secretary of agriculture, Tom Vilsack ’72 has joined the World Food Prize Foundation as CEO. The organization is devoted to driving transformative change in food security and sustainable agriculture.
Vilsack’s appointment continues his longstanding ties with the foundation; previously he served on its council of advisors and board of directors. The former two-term governor of Iowa has devoted much of his career to work targeted at agricultural trade and sustainable food production.
“The World Food Prize Foundation has a phenomenal and important history of advancing innovation to address global food security,” said Vilsack in a news release announcing his appointment. “I look forward to forging new partnerships, helping bring to life new solutions in the fight against hunger, and championing efforts to ensure a sustainable and equitable food system for future generations.”
Posted October 22, 2025
