GROWMARK Executive and Leadership Team

Shirley Neill, the Chief Financial Officer at GROWMARK, manages the organization's financial health and strategic fiscal planning. Neill oversees all financial operations, including accounting, treasury, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards across the U.S. and Canada. This role involves developing financial models to support GROWMARK's diverse business segments, from agricultural inputs to energy products. Neill's expertise is critical in guiding investment decisions and managing capital allocation for expansion and operational improvements. The Chief Financial Officer works closely with other executives to drive profitability and sustainable growth. Neill ensures financial strategies effectively support the cooperative's mission of serving its members.

Karmy Kays, the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at GROWMARK, directs comprehensive financial strategies and oversight for the organization. Kays manages critical financial functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, supporting GROWMARK's extensive operations in fuels, lubricants, crop nutrients, and seed. This executive role ensures fiscal discipline and strategic resource allocation across all business units in the U.S. and Canada. Kays collaborates with the board and executive team to drive financial performance and long-term sustainability. The Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer plays a key part in capital management and risk mitigation. Karmy Kays ensures financial integrity underpins the cooperative's growth and member value.

Bradley Drake, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at GROWMARK, orchestrates the company's day-to-day operational activities and strategic execution. Drake oversees the integration of services and products, including fuels, lubricants, crop nutrients, and seed, ensuring seamless delivery to cooperatives, retailers, and customers. This leadership position involves optimizing supply chain logistics and operational efficiency across GROWMARK's extensive network in the U.S. and Canada. Drake's responsibilities extend to managing construction services and equipment operations, driving performance improvements. The Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer ensures operational strategies directly support the cooperative's mission and financial objectives. Bradley Drake focuses on enhancing service delivery and operational excellence.

Kevin Malchine, the Chairman & President at GROWMARK, provides overarching leadership and strategic direction for the agricultural cooperative. Malchine guides the board of directors and executive team in fulfilling GROWMARK's mission to serve its member cooperatives, retailers, and customers across the U.S. and Canada. This role involves setting the strategic vision for key business areas, including fuels, lubricants, crop nutrients, crop protection products, and seed. Malchine ensures alignment with the cooperative's founding principles and market demands. The Chairman & President champions initiatives that enhance member value and drive sustainable growth. Kevin Malchine oversees corporate governance and strategic partnerships, solidifying GROWMARK's position in the agricultural sector.

Steve Becker, the Chief Information Officer at GROWMARK, directs the company's technology strategy and infrastructure. Becker oversees the development and implementation of IT solutions that support GROWMARK's cooperative and retail operations across North America. This leadership involves ensuring robust cybersecurity measures and optimizing digital platforms for fuels, lubricants, crop nutrients, and seed distribution. Becker's focus remains on leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and member value. The Chief Information Officer drives innovation in data analytics and system integration, crucial for GROWMARK's grain marketing assistance and construction services. Becker ensures technology investments align with the cooperative's long-term growth objectives and market demands.

Jordan Kuhns, the Chief Information Officer & Vice President at GROWMARK, drives the technological vision and operational execution of IT initiatives. Kuhns collaborates with leadership to enhance digital capabilities supporting GROWMARK's agricultural cooperative model, encompassing fuels, crop protection, seed, and grain marketing. This dual role involves overseeing the integration of advanced technologies to improve member services and operational workflows across the U.S. and Canada. Kuhns's strategic direction ensures IT systems are scalable, secure, and aligned with business objectives. The Chief Information Officer & Vice President focuses on data management and system modernization to support growth. Jordan Kuhns champions technological advancements that bolster the cooperative's competitive edge.