U.S. Dairy Export Council Names Winner of Excellence in Exports Award

Published by U.S Dairy Export Council on March 25, 2026

ARLINGTON, VA - The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) on Tuesday announced the recipient of its Excellence in Exports (ExEX) Award, which recognizes member companies that are driving the U.S. dairy industry forward.

USDEC Executive Team with Managing Director Cynthia Liu, Global Logistics Specialist Nancy Wang, and Logistics Lead Nick Tavernise of Orange Cheese Company.

Orange Cheese Company, of Woodbridge, Connecticut, is this year’s honoree.

“For Orange Cheese Company, exports are about more than commerce - they are about bringing the best of American dairy to consumers across Asia and positioning U.S. cheese to succeed on the global stage,” said USDEC President and CEO Krysta Harden.

Orange Cheese Company serves as a dedicated export partner, focusing exclusively on building international markets for American dairy brands.

Working on both sides of the Pacific, Orange Cheese connects U.S. cheesemakers with Asian buyers, translating American quality and innovation into products that fit local tastes, formats, and performance needs. Today, the company supplies U.S. cheese to 11 countries across Asia and, earlier this year participated in the Gulfood show in Dubai to begin establishing a presence in the Middle East.

The company has demonstrated resilience in a challenging trade environment. Amid ongoing U.S-China tariff volatility, Orange Cheese has remained flexible-adjusting product mix and shipment strategies, including the use of third-country conversion routes, when needed, to maintain continuity of supply into China.

“We are honored to recieve the Excellence Award and look forward to continued progress in bringing America’s finest cheeses to Asia and beyond,” said Cynthia Liu, managing director at Orange Cheese Company.