Seven cooperative CEOs recognized for 25 years of service

At this year’s Annual Meeting, seven CEOs were recognized by Land O’Lakes Board Chairman Rick Brand for their years of service and many contributions to the Federated System

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The Land O’Lakes member-owned system is built on the hard work and experience of its members. At this year’s Annual Meeting, seven CEOs were recognized by Land O’Lakes Board Chairman Rick Brand for their years of service and many contributions to the Federated System.

To qualify, CEOs or General Managers of a Land O’Lakes retail-owner must have served in their leadership position for at least 10 years and completed at least 25 years of total service. The seven individuals recognized at the 2023 Annual Meeting have a combined 264 years of experience, with 191 coming from their time as CEOs.
 
David Kramer – Career started 1993
Underwood Farm Supply LLC
McClelland, Iowa
CEO since 2000
 
David Wiederholt – Career started 1983
Riverdale Ag Service, Inc.
Muscoda, Wisconsin
CEO since 1983
 
Daryl Feilmeier – Career started 1989
Deuel County Farmers Union Oil Co.
Toronto, South Dakota
CEO since 2002
 
Doyle Pearl – Career started 1975
J B Pear Sales & Service, Inc.
St. Marys, Kansas
CEO since 2001
 
Randy Bruess – Career started 1982
Art’s Milling Service, Inc.
Protivin, Iowa
CEO since 1992
 
Richard Steffen – Career started 1983
Dave’s Feed Store, Inc.
Luxemburg, Iowa
CEO since 1998
 
Tony Bernhardt – Career started 1985
Enerbase Cooperative Resources
Minot, North Dakota
CEO since 1987