ARA Recognizes Brooke McMullin with Distinguished Service Award
Dec 03 2025
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH — The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) today recognized Brooke McMullin, Executive Vice President at International Raw Materials, with the ARA Distinguished Service Award during the ARA Conference & Expo, attended by more than 600 agricultural industry professionals.
Each year, ARA presents this award to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional commitment and service to the association and the ag retail industry. McMullin has exemplified that dedication throughout his long tenure of volunteer leadership and support.
“Brooke has been an exemplary leader and steadfast supporter of ARA and our mission,” said ARA President and CEO Daren Coppock. “Brooke’s strategic insight and passion for advancing ag retail have made a lasting impact on our organization and our members.”
McMullin recently completed 10 years on the ARA Board of Directors, including several years serving on the Executive Committee as Secretary Treasurer. He also chaired the ARA Investment Committee for most of his tenure on the board, helping to strengthen the association’s financial foundation.
A consistent supporter and donor to ARAPAC, McMullin has been a visible and vocal ambassador for ARA’s advocacy efforts. His professionalism and collaborative approach have made him a valuable partner to the ARA staff team and a trusted peer within the ag retail community.
Nominations for the ARA Distinguished Service Award are submitted by peers and selected by the ARA Executive Committee. The award honors individual members of the association who go above and beyond their traditional responsibilities to make the industry better for everyone.
“I’m honored to receive this recognition from ARA,” McMullin said. “Serving on the ARA board has given me the opportunity to collaborate with the leaders of our industry, understand the challenges our retail customers face, and help address those challenges to the benefit of ARA and our industry.”
About International Raw Materials International Raw Materials (IRM) is a global distributor of fertilizer and industrial raw materials, committed to delivering reliable products and exceptional service to agricultural and industrial customers.
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