JDH Executive and Leadership Team

Ryan Pellett, the Chief Executive Officer at JDH, directs the overarching strategic vision for commodity trading and animal feed distribution. Pellett manages the integration of grain supply chains across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, ensuring that food and beverage manufacturers receive consistent product quality. By fostering a decentralized operational model, the Chief Executive Officer empowers regional teams to make rapid, data-driven decisions that enhance logistical efficiency. Ryan Pellett maintains close alignment with the Board to drive long-term growth while upholding the safety-focused culture central to the company identity. Through the optimization of co-product sourcing and bio-fuel production partnerships, Pellett secures the competitive market position of the firm. This leadership role requires constant monitoring of global agricultural trends to mitigate supply chain risks. Ultimately, Pellett ensures that the organization delivers reliable value to every agribusiness client through disciplined execution and high-integrity business practices.

Duane Fischer, the Independent Industry Consultant and JDH President and Chief Executive Officer at JDH, architects the strategic framework for corporate governance and operational expansion. Fischer oversees the alignment of internal business units with the broader mission of providing high-integrity commodity solutions to diverse agricultural sectors. By leveraging deep industry expertise, the Independent Industry Consultant and JDH President and Chief Executive Officer drives initiatives that improve the reliability of grain and animal feed supply chains throughout North America. Duane Fischer coordinates with executive leadership to refine the decentralized management approach, ensuring that regional offices maintain high standards of service and safety. This role involves evaluating market opportunities in the bio-fuel and food manufacturing industries to sustain consistent revenue growth. Through rigorous oversight of operational workflows, Fischer strengthens the consultative partnerships that define the company. Ultimately, Fischer secures the long-term stability of the firm by fostering a culture of transparency and operational excellence.

Jefferson Hillman, the Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at JDH, directs the long-term vision and governance of the organization. Hillman oversees the strategic direction of commodity trading operations, ensuring that the company maintains its reputation for high-integrity service across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. By guiding the executive team, the Chairman & Chief Executive Officer fosters a culture of safety and logistical excellence that supports food and beverage manufacturers. Jefferson Hillman manages the expansion of grain and co-product portfolios, aligning business activities with the evolving needs of the agribusiness sector. This leadership role involves balancing decentralized regional autonomy with centralized financial and safety standards to maximize operational efficiency. Through the cultivation of honest, long-term relationships with clients, Hillman drives sustainable growth and market influence. Ultimately, Hillman ensures that the firm remains a trusted partner in the global agricultural supply chain by prioritizing innovation and reliable product delivery.

Joshua Ludington, the Chief Financial Officer at JDH, directs the financial strategy and capital allocation for the entire organization. Ludington oversees the fiscal health of commodity trading operations, ensuring that the company maintains the liquidity necessary to support expansive grain and animal feed supply chains. By managing financial risk and reporting, the Chief Financial Officer provides the data-driven insights required for the executive team to make informed decisions regarding regional investments. Joshua Ludington coordinates with other C-suite leaders to optimize cost structures and improve the profitability of bio-fuel and agribusiness partnerships. This role involves maintaining rigorous internal controls and financial transparency to uphold the high-integrity standards of the firm. Through the implementation of robust financial planning, Ludington supports the company's ability to deliver consistent value to clients across North America. Ultimately, Ludington secures the financial foundation that allows the organization to pursue long-term growth and operational stability.

Aaron Reid, the President & Chief Operating Officer at JDH, directs the daily execution of commodity trading and logistical operations. Reid oversees the integration of grain and animal feed supply chains, ensuring that regional teams meet the specific demands of food and beverage manufacturers. By refining the decentralized operational model, the President & Chief Operating Officer drives improvements in delivery speed and safety compliance across North American markets. Aaron Reid coordinates with the executive team to streamline internal processes and enhance the efficiency of co-product distribution. This leadership role involves managing the complex logistics of moving agricultural commodities while maintaining the high-integrity relationships that define the company. Through the active monitoring of operational performance metrics, Reid ensures that the firm remains agile in a competitive agribusiness landscape. Ultimately, Reid secures the operational excellence required to support the company's mission of providing reliable, consultative partnerships to all clients.

Chris Arnold, the President, Hawkeye Gold at JDH, directs the specialized operations and market strategy for the Hawkeye Gold division. Arnold oversees the production and distribution of high-quality animal feed and grain products, ensuring that the division meets the rigorous standards of food and beverage manufacturers. By focusing on the unique requirements of the feed sector, the President, Hawkeye Gold drives growth through targeted product development and regional market expansion. Chris Arnold coordinates with the broader executive team to align division activities with the company's overall commitment to logistical excellence and safety. This role involves managing the specific supply chain needs of the division to ensure timely delivery and consistent product quality across North America. Through the cultivation of strong client relationships, Arnold strengthens the market position of the Hawkeye Gold brand. Ultimately, Arnold secures the division's contribution to the firm's long-term success by prioritizing innovation and operational efficiency.

Scot Hillman, the President at JDH, directs the strategic initiatives and business development efforts for the organization. Hillman oversees the expansion of commodity trading services, ensuring that the company continues to provide high-integrity solutions to agribusiness partners throughout North America. By fostering a culture of consultative partnership, the President drives the development of new grain and co-product opportunities that benefit food and beverage manufacturers. Scot Hillman coordinates with other executive leaders to refine the decentralized management approach, ensuring that regional operations remain responsive to local market needs. This role involves identifying emerging trends in the bio-fuel and animal feed sectors to maintain the company's competitive edge. Through the promotion of safety and operational transparency, Hillman strengthens the trust that clients place in the firm. Ultimately, Hillman secures the organization's future by driving sustainable growth and maintaining the high standards of service that have defined the company for over a century.