GROWMARK Executive and Leadership Team

Shirley Neill, the Chief Financial Officer at GROWMARK, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies for the cooperative. Neill oversees financial reporting, tax compliance, and risk management frameworks that support the distribution of crop nutrients and protection products. By analyzing market trends in the agricultural sector, the Chief Financial Officer optimizes liquidity to fund infrastructure projects and equipment acquisitions. This leadership role requires constant coordination with regional retailers to ensure financial stability across the North American footprint. Shirley Neill directs the budgeting process, ensuring resources align with the core mission of providing value to member cooperatives. Through rigorous audit oversight, the Chief Financial Officer maintains transparency and regulatory adherence. Neill evaluates investment opportunities in grain marketing and energy services to maximize shareholder returns. Ultimately, the Chief Financial Officer strengthens the balance sheet to support the long-term sustainability of the entire organization.

Karmy Kays, the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at GROWMARK, architects the overarching financial strategy and corporate development initiatives. Kays manages capital structure and long-term investment planning to support the expansion of fuel and lubricant services. By evaluating mergers and acquisitions, the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer identifies opportunities to broaden the cooperative's market reach. This leadership role involves high-level engagement with the Board to define fiscal policies that drive growth across the U.S. and Canada. Karmy Kays oversees the treasury functions and investor relations, ensuring consistent communication regarding financial performance. Through strategic cost management, the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer improves operational margins across all business units. Kays monitors macroeconomic shifts in the agricultural industry to mitigate financial risks. Ultimately, the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer secures the capital necessary to sustain the cooperative's mission of service and innovation.

Bradley Drake, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at GROWMARK, directs the daily operations of the cooperative's diverse business segments, including construction services and equipment distribution. Drake oversees the logistics network that delivers crop protection products and fuels to retailers throughout North America. By streamlining supply chain processes, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer ensures timely fulfillment and operational excellence. This leadership role involves coordinating with regional managers to maintain high service standards across all facilities. Bradley Drake implements safety protocols and efficiency programs to optimize field operations. Through the management of cross-functional teams, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer aligns operational output with the strategic goals set by the Board. Drake evaluates performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement. Ultimately, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer drives the execution of the company's mission by ensuring reliable and efficient service delivery.

Kevin Malchine, the Chairman & President at GROWMARK, leads the strategic vision and governance of the entire cooperative. Malchine directs the Board of Directors in establishing policies that guide the organization's impact on the agricultural industry. By fostering relationships with member cooperatives and retailers, the Chairman & President ensures alignment with the needs of the farming community across North America. This leadership role involves representing the cooperative in high-level industry forums and advocating for policies that support sustainable agriculture. Kevin Malchine oversees the executive team to ensure the successful execution of long-term growth initiatives. Through the promotion of innovation in grain marketing and crop science, the Chairman & President maintains the organization's market leadership. Malchine evaluates the overall health of the business to ensure the cooperative remains a vital resource for customers. Ultimately, the Chairman & President secures the future of the cooperative through decisive leadership and commitment to service.

Dan Winters, the Chief Information Officer at GROWMARK, directs the digital transformation of agricultural supply chain systems. Winters architects scalable cloud infrastructure to support real-time data analytics for grain marketing and fuel distribution across North America. By modernizing legacy platforms, the Chief Information Officer ensures seamless connectivity between retailers and the central cooperative network. This leadership role involves securing enterprise data against cyber threats while optimizing internal workflows for maximum efficiency. Dan Winters manages the integration of precision agriculture software, enabling better decision-making for customers. Through the implementation of advanced ERP solutions, the Chief Information Officer drives operational agility. Winters maintains close collaboration with the Board to align technology investments with long-term business goals. Ultimately, the Chief Information Officer secures the digital foundation necessary for the cooperative to maintain a competitive edge in the evolving agricultural marketplace.