GROWMARK Executive and Leadership Team

Shirley Neill, the Chief Financial Officer at GROWMARK, oversees the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies for the agricultural cooperative. Neill manages complex financial reporting and risk assessment protocols to ensure stability across diverse business units, including fuel distribution and crop protection services. The Chief Financial Officer directs long-term investment planning to support infrastructure expansion throughout North American markets. By monitoring market volatility in grain and energy sectors, Shirley Neill provides critical insights that guide corporate resource distribution. This role requires maintaining rigorous compliance standards while optimizing cash flow for member cooperatives. Neill coordinates with the board to refine financial policies that sustain growth and competitive positioning. The Chief Financial Officer ensures that all fiscal activities remain transparent and aligned with the overarching goal of delivering value to agricultural stakeholders.

Karmy Kays, the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at GROWMARK, manages the strategic financial architecture and corporate treasury functions. Kays directs the development of comprehensive financial models to evaluate the performance of crop nutrient and equipment divisions. The Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer executes capital structure optimizations to facilitate sustainable expansion across the United States and Canada. By overseeing internal audit processes and financial governance, Karmy Kays ensures the integrity of all cooperative transactions. This leadership position involves analyzing market trends to mitigate economic risks associated with agricultural commodity fluctuations. Kays collaborates with executive peers to prioritize investments that enhance service delivery for retailers. The Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer maintains a focus on long-term solvency and the efficient deployment of assets to support the cooperative business model.

Bradley Drake, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at GROWMARK, directs the internal scaling and logistical efficiency of the cooperative's fuel and lubricant supply chains. Drake architects operational workflows to streamline the distribution of energy products to retailers across North America. The Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer monitors performance metrics to ensure that service delivery meets the high demands of the agricultural sector. By optimizing warehouse management and transportation networks, Bradley Drake reduces overhead costs and improves product availability. This role involves coordinating with regional managers to implement standardized operational procedures that enhance safety and productivity. Drake drives continuous improvement initiatives to refine the cooperative's response to seasonal agricultural cycles. The Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer ensures that all logistical operations remain synchronized with the broader corporate strategy.

Wade Mittelstadt, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at GROWMARK, oversees the operational execution of crop protection, seed, and construction services. Mittelstadt directs the integration of field-level services to ensure that retailers receive consistent support throughout the growing season. The Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer manages the deployment of specialized equipment and technical resources across the North American market. By focusing on operational excellence in agronomy services, Wade Mittelstadt drives the adoption of innovative crop management solutions. This leadership role involves fostering strong relationships with local cooperatives to align service offerings with specific regional needs. Mittelstadt coordinates with the executive team to scale service capacity in response to changing agricultural demands. The Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer ensures that all field operations contribute to the overall productivity and success of the cooperative network.

Kevin Malchine, the Chairman & President at GROWMARK, directs the overarching strategic vision and governance of the agricultural cooperative. Malchine leads the board of directors to establish long-term objectives that support the prosperity of member cooperatives and retailers. The Chairman & President oversees the alignment of corporate initiatives with the evolving needs of the agricultural industry across the United States and Canada. By fostering a culture of innovation and service, Kevin Malchine drives the organization toward sustainable growth in grain marketing and crop nutrient sectors. This leadership role involves representing the cooperative in high-level industry discussions and ensuring that all business activities reflect the core mission of the organization. Malchine collaborates with the executive team to execute major strategic shifts and maintain competitive market positioning. The Chairman & President ensures that the cooperative remains a reliable partner for agricultural businesses.

Dan Winters, the Chief Information Officer at GROWMARK, directs the digital infrastructure and data security frameworks supporting agricultural operations. Winters architects scalable cloud solutions to optimize supply chain visibility for retailers and cooperatives throughout the United States and Canada. By integrating advanced analytics into grain marketing platforms, the Chief Information Officer enhances decision-making capabilities for regional partners. Winters manages the cybersecurity posture to protect sensitive cooperative data against evolving threats. This leadership role involves aligning technological investments with the broader mission of increasing agricultural efficiency. Through the implementation of robust enterprise resource planning systems, Dan Winters drives operational agility across the entire organization. The Chief Information Officer maintains constant collaboration with other executive leaders to ensure that digital tools directly support the core business objectives of the cooperative network.