IAOTP names Corlena Patterson top agricultural technology leader of the decade

The International Association of Top Professionals will honor Corlena Patterson, executive director of the Canadian Sheep Federation and CEO of PrüvIT Technologies, at its annual gala in Miami in December 2027. The recognition highlights her work in agricultural technology, industry development and livestock health.

Why it matters: - IAOTP’s selection spotlights agricultural technology leadership at a time when farming organizations are leaning on digital tools, policy work and industry coordination to improve competitiveness and sustainability. - The award recognizes Patterson’s long career across livestock, research, technology and industry development. - The honor also gives visibility to the Canadian Sheep Federation and PrüvIT Technologies in a sector facing ongoing pressure to modernize.

What happened: - The International Association of Top Professionals selected Corlena Patterson as Top Agricultural Technology Leader of the Decade for 2027. - IAOTP will honor Patterson at its Annual Awards Gala in Miami, Florida, in December 2027. - Patterson is executive director of the Canadian Sheep Federation and president and CEO of PrüvIT Technologies Inc. - IAOTP said the recognition is reserved for one professional. - More information is available on the awards gala page.

The details: - Patterson has more than three decades of experience in agricultural technology and industry development. - Her work spans over five decades in the broader industry. - At PrüvIT Technologies, Patterson leads a team focused on technology solutions for the agricultural sector. - At the Canadian Sheep Federation, Patterson works on issues affecting farmers and producers in Canada and beyond. - Before becoming executive director, Patterson served as national scrapie coordinator for the CSF’s National TSE Eradication Plan. - In that role, she oversaw a national scrapie prevalence study. - She also helped develop the small ruminant industry’s Scrapie Eradication Strategic Plan. - Patterson served as an adjunct lecturer in the Equine and Agriculture Departments at the University of Guelph’s Kemptville Campus. - She also managed the campus equine teaching and research facility. - Patterson earned a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences from McGill University’s Macdonald Campus. - She later earned a Master of Science in Veterinary Studies from the University of Edinburgh. - IAOTP previously named Patterson its Top AG Innovator of the Year in Livestock for 2025. - IAOTP said Patterson will be considered for the Empowered Woman Award and a feature in TIP magazine. - Patterson’s stated areas of expertise include capacity building, policy development and analysis, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning and budget management.

Between the lines: - The award reflects a broader preference for leaders who combine technical expertise with industry coordination and public-facing leadership. - Patterson’s background in animal health, academic work and federation leadership suggests the recognition is as much about sector-building as it is about technology. - The release frames her career as a bridge between farmers, researchers, government and funding partners.

What's next: - Patterson will be recognized at IAOTP’s gala in Miami in December 2027. - IAOTP said she will continue to be considered for additional honors tied to the organization. - Patterson said she hopes to keep growing her business and helping leaders around the world find their voices and achieve success. - More information is available at PrüvIT Technologies and the Canadian Sheep Federation.

The bottom line: - IAOTP is using a marquee award to elevate Patterson’s long-running role in agricultural innovation, livestock health and industry leadership.