Todd Brown

Produces ethanol and co-products

Owns and operates quarries, gravel deposits and distribution centers

The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) is an organization dedicated to promoting ethanol as a renewable, low-carbon, and cleaner-burning fuel primarily derived from field corn. The non-profit company is based in Sioux Falls, SD. ACE advocates for ethanol’s environmental benefits, including lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reductions compared to gasoline, supported by climate-smart agricultural practices such as conservation tillage, nutrient management, and cover crops. The coalition emphasizes ethanol’s economic impact, supporting jobs and contributing to the economy, while enhancing energy security and rural community development. ACE fosters collaboration among ethanol producers, farmers, policymakers, researchers, technology innovators, fuel retailers, and environmentalists to advance ethanol market development, policy advocacy, and education. It promotes higher ethanol blends like E15 and E85 to reduce carbon emissions and improve fuel options. The organization provides members with resources including carbon intensity calculators, educational materials, scientific reports, and industry news. ACE leads USDA-funded initiatives to expand climate-smart farming practices near ethanol facilities, generating data to support clean fuel markets and carbon credit opportunities. Through events such as annual conferences, webinars, and DC fly-ins, ACE connects stakeholders to advocate for ethanol-friendly policies and market growth. Its retailer-focused platform offers tools and guidance to fuel marketers to promote ethanol use. The CEO of the company is Ryan LeGrand.

Provides construction materials

Provides social services

Manufactures ethanol

Functions as a College/University

The private company is based in Pierre, SD. Originating from local livestock feeder groups, SDCA has expanded into a statewide body with 17 affiliates across five regions, serving as a unified voice in state and national policy advocacy. The association offers various membership categories, including producer, ranch, student, associate, and allied industry memberships, providing legislative representation, educational resources, networking opportunities, advertising options, and involvement in policy development at annual conventions. SDCA supports the industry through leadership, innovation, stewardship, and promotion of beef consumption, and organizes events such as the annual convention & trade show, region roundups, the beef booth at Dakotafest, and fundraisers like the Tie & Wild Rag Brand Fundraiser and the SDCA Brand Fundraiser. The association also provides programs including the Cattlemen's Leadership Academy, student resources, and charitable initiatives like the Prime Time Gala + Concert benefiting Feeding South Dakota. SDCA collaborates with partners such as the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, South Dakota Ag Land Trust, Beef Industry Council, Cattlemen's Auxiliary, and Cattlemen's Foundation to support conservation, consumer outreach, and industry promotion. The South Dakota Cattlemen's Association (SDCA) is a grassroots organization founded in 1948 to represent and advance the interests of cattle producers and the beef industry in South Dakota.