AMES — Iowa Cattlemen’s Association announced Bryan Whaley as their new chief executive officer, effective Dec. 4. Whaley brings many years of experience leading successful teams, serving customers, and has a deep-rooted passion for the cattle industry that will be invaluable to the future of the association. The cattle industry is a part of Whaley’s daily life. He and his family own and operate Whaley Cattle in Eagle Grove, raising Maine Anjou and Maine Angus seedstock.