Didion is proud to announce that Riley Didion, CEO of Didion, Inc., has been named the 2026 Chair of the North American Millers’ Association (NAMA) Corn Division. In this role, Riley will help guide strategic initiatives, advocate for the corn milling industry, and foster collaboration across member organizations.
“It’s an honor to step into the role of Chair for NAMA’s Corn Division,” said Riley. “This position is about more than leadership—it’s about collaboration, advocacy, and advancing the shared interests of millers across North America. As Chair, I look forward to working alongside industry peers to promote innovation, strengthen our supply chains, and ensure the long-term vitality of corn milling.”
On a personal note, “I’ve always believed in championing the interests of our team, our partners, and our industry. This role gives me the opportunity to do just that: to represent our collective voice and help shape the future of milling. I’m excited to bring the same energy and commitment to NAMA that we bring to our work every day at Didion,” added Riley.
Riley’s appointment comes on the heels of his recent participation in NAMA’s visit to Africa, where he engaged with global partners on food aid and humanitarian logistics. His leadership reflects Didion’s continued commitment to industry stewardship and global impact.
Click the link to read more about NAMA’s 2025 annual meeting: NAMA Hosts 2025 Annual Meeting And Looks To The Future – NAMA
About Riley Didion
Riley Didion is the second-generation leader of Didion, Inc., a Wisconsin-based food solutions company founded by his father and uncle in 1972. He began his career in sales, became President in 2016, and was named CEO in 2019. Under his leadership, Didion has grown into North America’s most advanced dry corn mill and bioscience facility, producing millions of gallons of ethanol annually and supplying corn ingredients to leading food brands. In 2024 alone, Didion partnered with the USDA to produce 550 million famine relief meals. Riley is a graduate of the University of North Florida and is active in YPO, Tugboat Institute, and NAMA.
