Employees
Kris Norgaard
Sr. Director of Agronomy, CCA, 4RNMS, SSp
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Kris Norgaard
Kris Norgaard began working for Farmers Coop Society in 1998. He is currently Senior Director of Agronomy. He graduated from South Dakota State in 1998. Kris’s favorite part of his job is working with employees to help advance agriculture.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor(CCA) with 4R Nutrient Management Specialist (4RNMS), Sustainability Specialist Certification (SSp)
Tom Olsen
Exec. Director of Grain and Agronomy Operations and Procurement
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Tom Olsen
Tom Olsen began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2008. Tom is currently Executive Director of Grain & Agronomy Operations and Procurement. Tom graduated from IWCC in 1995. Tom’s favorite part of his day is working with suppliers to get the best deal possible on crop inputs along with working with the operations teams to make sure they are successfully serving our patrons.
Certifications: IDALS Commercial Pesticide Licences, HazMat Technision Training.
Jeff Koops
Sustainability & Nutrient Management Specialist, TSP
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Jeff Koops
Jeff Koops began working for Farmers Coop Society originally in 2000. He is currently the Sustainability and Nutrient Management Specialist. He graduated from Dordt College in 1992. Jeff’s favorite part of his day is working with customers helping them solve problems that they encounter, as well as helping them improve their bottom line, whether that be with the use of animal nutrients or utilizing new sustainability related farmer payments.
Certifications: Technical Service Provider with NRCS
Steve Winter
Agronomy Central Dispatcher/Location Manager
Little Rock Office
712-479-2020
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Steve Winter
Steve Winter began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2017. He is currently Location Manager in Little Rock and the Agronomy Central Dispatch Manger. He graduated from Northwest Iowa Community College in 2017 with an AAS degree in Agriculture and a Diploma in Agricultural Business Management. Steve’s favorite part of his day is coming to work and finding ways to solve problems.
Certifications: Application I &II, CDL with Hazmat & Tanker Endorsements, Fire Fighter I &II, HazWoper
Kevin Rozenboom
Precision Ag Manager, CCA, PASp
Precision Hot Line
712-725-2386
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Kevin Rozenboom
Kevin Rozenboom began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2012. He is currently the Precision Ag Manager. He graduated from Dordt University in 2001. Kevin’s favorite part of his day is helping customers incorporate technology onto their operations and watching it help them improve their bottom line.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) with Precision Agricultural Specialty (PASp)
Cody Van Drie
Elite and Innovation Consultant, CCA, 4RNMS, SSp, PASp, RMS
Boyden Office
712-725-2386
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Cody Van Drie
Cody Van Drie began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2012. He is currently the Elite Crop & Innovation Lead Consultant. He graduated from Iowa State University in 2011. Cody’s favorite part of his day is helping to leverage today’s technologies to help better tomorrow’s outcomes.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor(CCA) with 4R Nutrient Management Specialist(4RNMS), Sustainability Specialist Certification(SSp), Precision Agriculture Specialist(PASp), Resistance Management Specialty(RMS)
Colin Bolkema
Precision Ag Specialist, CCA
Boyden Office
712-725-2386
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Colin Bolkema
Colin Bolkema began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2018. He is currently a Precision Ag Specialist. He graduated from Dordt College in 2017. Colin’s favorite part of his day is working with customers and our team to address needs, increase efficiencies, and implement innovations that help improve a grower’s operation and our coop.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)
Aric Den Herder
Region Agronomist, CCA
Ireton Office
712-278-2312
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Aric Den Herder
Aric Den Herder began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2016. He is currently a regional agronomist. He graduated from Dordt College in 2010 with a degree in general ag. Aric’s favorite part of the day is creating solutions tailored to each grower.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)
Ben Van Beek
Development Lead Agronomist, CCA, 4RNMS, SSp, RSp, PASp
Sanborn Office
712-729-3205
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Ben Van Beek
Ben Van Beek began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2005. He is currently the Agronomy Development Lead. He graduated from Iowa State University in 2003. Ben’s favorite part of his day is working with growers and helping them succeed.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) with 4R Nutrient Management Specialist(4RNMS), Sustainability Specialist(SSp), Resistance Management Specialist(RSp), Precision Agriculture Specialist(PASp)
Jesse Evans
Region Agronomist, CCA
Boyden Office
712-725-2386
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Jesse Evans
Jesse Evans started working at FCS in 2008. He is a regional agronomist. Jesse graduated from Minnesota West in 2008. His favorite part of his day is helping growers be profitable in their operations.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)
Joshua Plueger
Conservation and New Market Agronomist, CCA, 4RNMS, RMS, SSp
Sioux Center Agronomy Office
712-722-4881
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Joshua Plueger
Josh Plueger began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2011. He is currently a Conservation and New Market Development Agronomist. He graduated from Northwest Missouri State University and has worked in the ag industry for over 25 years. Josh’s favorite part of the day is finding solutions and opportunities for people.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) with 4R Nutrient Management Specialist (4RNMS), Resistance Management Specialist (RMS), Sustainability Specialist Certifications (SSp)
Mark De Kam
Lead Agronomist, CCA
Sioux Center Agronomy Office
712-722-4881
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Mark De Kam
Mark De Kam began working for Farmers Coop Society in 1997. He is currently a Lead Agronomist. He graduated from Dordt College in 1996. Mark’s favorite part of his day is helping growers raise their best crop possible to help make their operation profitable.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)
Mike Tiedeman
Lead Agronomist, CCA, 4RNMS, RSp
Ireton Office
712-278-2312
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Mike Tiedeman
Mike Tiedeman began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2006. He is currently a Lead Agronomist. He graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in 1994. His favorite part of the day is when he has offered successful solutions to customer.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) with 4R Nutrient Management Specialist(4RNMS), and Resistance Management Specialist(RSp)
Paul Brentlinger
Region Agronomist, CCA
Sioux Center Agronomy Office
712-722-4881
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Paul Brentlinger
Paul Brentlinger began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2021. He is currently a regional agronomist. He graduated from NECC Norfolk Nebraska in 1994. Paul’s favorite part of his day is working with my growers to challenge them to produce a more profitable crop and bringing new ideas to their operation.
Certifications: Certified Crop Adviser (CCA), Firefighter I & II, Fire Instructor I
Ryan Dobbins
Region Agronomist, CCA, 4RNMS
Little Rock Office
712-479-2020
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Ryan Dobbins
Ryan Dobbins began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2000. He is currently a regional agronomist. He graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in 2000. Ryan’s favorite part of his day is working with customers to come up with solutions to meet the needs of the ever-changing agriculture industry.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) with 4R Nutrient Management Specialist (4RNMS)
Shane Kleinwolterink
Lead Agronomist, CCA
Little Rock Office
712-479-2020
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Shane Kleinwolterink
Shane Kleinwolterink began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2015. He is currently a lead agronomist. He graduated from South Dakota State University in 2005. Shane’s favorite part of his day is helping his growers make the right agronomic decision for their operation.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) with 4R Nutrient Management Specialist(4RNMS)
Tyson Martinmaas
Region Agronomist, CCA, 4RNMS, PASp
Alcester Office
605-934-2370
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Tyson Martinmaas
Tyson Martinmaas began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2019. He is currently the Region Agronomist in South Dakota. He graduated from South Dakota State University in 2013. Tyson’s favorite part of his day is getting to visit with farmers.
Certifications: Certified Crop Advisor(CCA) with 4R Nutrient Management Specialist(4RNMS), SSp, PASp, Resistance Management Specialist(RSp)
Daniel DeBoer
Region Agronomist
Sanborn Office
712-729-3205
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Daniel DeBoer
Daniel DeBoer began working for Farmers Coop Society as an intern in 2019 and full time in 2021. He is currently a Region Agronomist in Sanborn. He graduated from South Dakota State University in 2020. Daniel’s favorite part of his day is helping growers become successful and find new ways to better their operation.
Certifications: Applicator License: Handler and Seed Treatment
Grant Schuver
Lead Agronomy Tech
Sanborn Office
712-729-3205
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Grant Schuver
Grant Schuver began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2017. He is currently the Lead Agronomy Tech. He graduated from Iowa State University in 2016 with an agricultural studies degree and a minor in agronomy. Grant’s favorite part of his day is discussing new innovative ideas and products with our customers.
Haley Borman
Agronomy Tech
Sioux Center Agronomy Office
712-722-4881
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Haley Borman
Haley Borman began working for Farmers Coop Society full time in 2023. She is currently an agronomy tech. She graduated from South Dakota State University in 2023. Haley's favorite part of her day is meeting new customers and learning more about their farm operations.
Jamie Moser
Agronomy Tech
Sioux Center Agronomy Office
712-722-4881
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Jamie Moser
Jamie Moser began working at Farmers Coop Society in 2023. She is currently an Agronomy Tech in Sioux Center. She graduated from South Dakota State University in 2023 with an associate’s degree in Agricultural Science. Jamie’s favorite part of her day is using innovation to overcome obstacles.
Certifications: IDALS Commercial Pesticide Applicator License: C, 4
Andrew Jungers
Precision Ag Equipment Specialist
Boyden Office
712-725-2386
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Andrew Jungers
Andrew Jungers began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2023. He is currently the Precision Ag Equipment Specialist. He graduated from Iowa State University in 2011. Andrew’s favorite part of his day is experiencing first-hand the precision ag technologies that help our growers be more efficient in their operations.
Jared Terpstra
Sr. Director of Feed
Feed Office
712-722-0651
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Jared Terpstra
Jared Terpstra began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2002. He is currently the Sr. Director of Feed, he graduated from Dordt University in 2001 with a bachelor’s degree in animal science and an Executive Agribusiness Management Degree in 2015 from Purdue University. He also received his PAS (professional animal science) certification in 2005 in Beef Cattle Nutrition. Jared’s favorite part of his day is working with customers to find ways to benefit their operations and benefit FCS.
Certifications: BA in Animal Science, PAS in Beef Nutrition, Graduate of Land O’ Lakes Executive Agribusiness Program through Purdue University, FSPCA Preventive Controls for Animal Feed
Scott Uhlrich
Eastern Division Feed Mill Operations Manager
Feed Office
712-722-0651
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Scott Uhlrich
Scott Uhlrich began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2020. He is currently the Regional Feed Operations Manager. He graduated from Kansas State University in 1994 with a B.S. in Milling Science and Management. Scott’s favorite part of his day is collaborating with peers and customers to achieve common goals.
Jason Apple
Director of Feed Transportation
Feed Office
712-722-0651
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Jason Apple
Jason is originally from Terre Haute, IN but his career has taken him from Indiana to California to Illinois and now Iowa. Jason graduated from Purdue in 2000 and has spent the last 15 years in operations with ABF Freight System in LTL. He was responsible for inbound and outbound linehaul dispatch as well as being an operations manager.
Jason and his wife Stephanie have two kids. Lyssa, who is turning 9 next month, and Kaeden who is seven. Jason enjoys spending time with his family and their new great Dane pup or as Jason refers to him- his small horse. His name is Hightower and 120 lbs.
Brady Goslinga
Swine Production Manager
PROVEN Office
712-722-5959
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Brady Goslinga
Brady Goslinga began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2011. He is currently the Proven Swine Production Manager. He graduated from Dordt University in 2011. Brady’s favorite part of his job is the opportunity to play an important role in producing some of the safest, highest quality protein in the world.
Certifications: Pork Quality Assurance Advisor and Transport Quality Assurance Advisor
Kyle Heynen
Swine Marketing Manager
PROVEN Office
712-722-5959
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Kyle Heynen
Kyle Heynen began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2009. He is currently the Proven Swine Marketing Specialist. He graduated from Northwestern College in 2008. Kyle’s favorite part of his job is developing relationships within the industry to enhance profitability and sustainability now and into the future.
Logan Huisman
Veterinarian, DVM
PROVEN Office:
712-722-5959
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Logan Huisman
Dr. Logan Huisman began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2019. He is currently the Proven Swine Veterinarian. He graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014. Logan’s favorite part of his job is working with our field staff and growers to optimize pig health and performance.
Certifications: Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine, ISU 2014, Pork Quality Assurance Advisor
Galen Mars
Swine Specialist
Feed Office
712-722-0651
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Galen Mars
Galen Mars began working for Farmers Coop Society in 1992. He is currently a swine production specialist. He graduated from NCC. Galen’s favorite part of his day is making our customers successful and helping them with their operation.
Bruce Heynen
Swine Specialist
Boyden Office
712-725-2386
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Bruce Heynen
Bruce Heynen began working for Farmers Coop Society in 1996. He is currently the Swine Specialist for the Boyden Location. He graduated from Dordt University in 1985. Bruce's favorite part of his day is working with Swine producers and helping solve problems.
Certifications: Pork Quality Assurance Certified, Trucker Quality Assurance Certified
Kiefer Te Grootenhuis
Swine Specialist
Sanborn Office
712-729-3205
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Kiefer Te Grootenhuis
Kiefer TeGrootenhuis began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2016. He is currently in feed sales at FCS. He graduated from South Dakota State University in 2016. Kiefer’s favorite part of his day is working alongside producers to help them be more successful.
Mindi Hulshof
Contract Labor Coordinator
Ireton Office
712-278-2312
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Mindi Hulshof
Mindi Hulshof began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2000. She is currently a Swine Specialist & Equipment Coordinator. She graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1995. Mindi’s favorite part of her day is working with local producers to help make their operations successful.
Certifications: PQA Advisor, TQA Advisor
Kim Van Drie
Feed Ingredient Purchasing Manager
Feed Office
712-722-0651
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Kim Van Drie
Kim has been with Farmers Coop Society since March 2014. She started as an Administrative Assistance and has also been a Feed Merchandising Assistant. Kim has seen the opportunities for growth within the company and has advanced her career again. Kim is excited for the challenges this position offers and is looking forward to this transition.
Kim is married to Cody Van Drie, our Elite Lead Consultant in Boyden. In her free time, Kim enjoys spending time with her friends, playing wallyball, and going on trips with her husband. She also likes to travel down to Ames and tailgate at Iowa State Football games. GO STATE!
Mark Jensen
Quality Manager
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Mark Jensen
I am originally from Lake Preston, SD. I started my professional career with Schwan’s Home Service and then with Rock County Land Management Office. I came to Farmers Coop Society in 2018. My favorite part of my job is working with our producers to ensure they receive a quality product.
Certifications: HAACP Certified, PCQI Certified
Al Clough
Beef Production Specialist
Feed Office
712-722-0651
Al Clough
Katia Sytsma
Beef and Dairy Production Specialist
Feed Office
712-722-0651
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Katia Sytsma
Katia Zwart began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2023. She is currently the Beef and Dairy Nutrition Specialist. She graduated from Dordt University in 2023. Katia’s favorite part of her day is meeting with producers on farm to build relationships and find efficient ways to get cattle from farm to table through nutrition solutions.
Tom Olsen
Exec. Director of Grain and Agronomy Operations and Procurement
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Tom Olsen
Tom Olsen began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2008. Tom is currently Executive Director of Grain & Agronomy Operations and Procurement. Tom graduated from IWCC in 1995. Tom’s favorite part of his day is working with suppliers to get the best deal possible on crop inputs along with working with the operations teams to make sure they are successfully serving our patrons.
Certifications: IDALS Commercial Pesticide Licences, HazMat Technision Training.
Jake Korzeniewski
Sr. Director of Grain Operations
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Jake Korzeniewski
Jake Korzeniewski began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2023. He is currently the Senior Director of Grain Operations. He graduated from South Dakota State University in 2015. Jake's favorite part of his day is overcoming obstacles that arise and providing the best experience for our customers.
Steve Winter
Agronomy Central Dispatcher/Location Manager
Little Rock Office
712-479-2020
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Steve Winter
Steve Winter began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2017. He is currently Location Manager in Little Rock and the Agronomy Central Dispatch Manger. He graduated from Northwest Iowa Community College in 2017 with an AAS degree in Agriculture and a Diploma in Agricultural Business Management. Steve’s favorite part of his day is coming to work and finding ways to solve problems.
Certifications: Application I &II, CDL with Hazmat & Tanker Endorsements, Fire Fighter I &II, HazWoper
Mike Carlson
Worthing Location Manager
Worthing Office
605-214-0000
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Mike Carlson
Mike has been in the grain business for 27 years. He started at the local coop in his hometown of Sisseton, SD but then moved to the Sioux Falls area in 2005. He worked for Cargill for 11 years and Central Farmers CO-OP in Marion for 3 years.
Mike and his wife Michelle live in Sioux Falls with their 5 boys: Tanner (22), Tate (19), Caleb (16) Treyson (15) and Jace (14). In his spare time, Mike enjoys attending activities with his children. Caleb is active in football and baseball. Treyson enjoys baseball and show choir and Jace is on the Sioux Falls Swim Team.
Bill Kodad
Grain Marketing Specialist
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Bill Kodad
Bill Kodad began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2024. He is currently a Grain Marketing Specialist. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Omaha in 1990. Bill’s favorite part of his day is getting to know each grower and evaluating their unique needs in grain marketing.
Brian Hermelbracht
Grain Marketing Specialist, Feed Ingredient Merchandiser
Sioux Center
712-722-2671
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Brian Hermelbracht
Brian Hermelbracht began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2024. He is currently a Grain Marketing Specialist and Feed Ingredient Merchandiser. He graduated from Panhandle State University in 2000 and Northwest Missouri State in 2002. Brian’s favorite part of his day is being able to find the best value in feed ingredients for our customers.
Certifications: MS in ruminant nutrition, ARPAS
Joe Hofmeyer
Manager of Grain Origination and Marketing
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Joe Hofmeyer
Joe Hofmeyer began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2024. He is currently a Grain Marketing Specialist based out of Sioux Center. He graduated from Bethel University in 2010. Joe's favorite part of his day is getting the opportunity to be in relationship with our producer customers and working with them to make their operation and the Coop successful.
Certifications: Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM)
John McDaniel
CEO
Main Office
712-722-2671
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John McDaniel
I am originally from Ohio and attended Ohio State University where I received a B.S. in Agricultural Economics. After completing my undergraduate degree I attended Iowa State University, receiving a M.S. degree in Agricultural Economics. I began a 15 year career with Anheuser-Busch and while there held a number of roles with progressive responsibilities. Then I spent 10 years with Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. as their Sr. VP of Supply Chain. I started with Farmers Coop Society in 2018 and I am very honored and excited to be part of the FCS organization. I enjoy working with our outstanding staff and serving the membership and customers of the cooperative.
Jackson Schuiteman
CFO
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Jackson Schuiteman
Jackson Schuiteman began working for Farmers Coop Society in September 2018. He is currently the CFO. He graduated from Northwestern College in 2001. He enjoys working in the agriculture industry and in a cooperative that partners to find mutual success with its members and customers.
Michael Crist
Sr. Director of HR and EHS
Office
712-722-5958
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Michael Crist
I grew up on a small family farm in Wakonda, SD. After college, I moved back to the farm and ran the operation along with working full time. I spent 14 years working at Walmart and I was responsible for managing five different locations during my last nine years. In 2014, I decided that I needed a career that allowed me to put my family first. I got a position with Farmers Coop Society as the Human Resources Director. My favorite part of working at Farmers Coop Society are the people and growing our team for the future.
Kirk Struik
Director of Information Services
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Kirk Struik
Kirk Struik began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2008.He is currently Director of Information Services. He graduated from Dordt College in 2006. Kirk’s favorite part of his day is working with all of the computer hardware we support at FCS.
Kelly Neuharth
Human Resources Associate Director
Office
712-722-5957
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Kelly Neuharth
Kelly Neuharth began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2018. She is currently the HR Associate Director. She graduated from The University of South Dakota in 2005. Kelly’s favorite part of her day is ensuring that HR initiatives are not just compliant but also contribute to the well-being and satisfaction of our employees.
Michael DeBruin
Human Resources Specialist
Main Office
712-722-5956
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Michael DeBruin
Mike De Bruin began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2022. He is currently the Human Resources Specialist. Mike graduated college in 1990 with a degree in Business. Mike’s favorite part of his day is when he is out meeting with the employees at the different locations.
Jen Sawyer
Director of Marketing & Communications
Main Office
712-722-2671
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Jen Sawyer
Jen Sawyer began working for Farmers Coop Society in 2018. She is the Director of Marketing and Communications. She graduated from the University of Iowa in 2011. Jen’s favorite part of her day is connecting with our cooperative members and the broader community, crafting and implementing strategies that highlight our shared values and drive engagement. Whether it's through developing innovative marketing campaigns or transparent communication efforts, she loves seeing how our work fosters sustainability, supports our members' success, and builds stronger relationships within the agricultural community. It's incredibly rewarding to be at the heart of promoting sustainable practices and driving the growth of our cooperative.