Our Team

The People Behind
Central United Cooperative

Central United Cooperative is powered by local leaders, experts, and service teams who understand Minnesota agriculture and rural living. From agronomy services to propane delivery, from grain marketing to equipment sales and repair, our people are here to help your farm, business, and home succeed.

Our Leadership Team

Our leadership blends decades of cooperative experience from United Farmers Cooperative and Central Region Cooperative:

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Nathan Gieseke

CEO

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Steve Gorder

Energy

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Becky Koeberl

Human Resources

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Jonathan Olmscheid

CFO

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Chad Wilson

Ag Service Center

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Dan Filzen

IT

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Jason Tews

Grain & Feed

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Butch Altmann

Agronomy

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Brian Meyer

BCA & Internal Shops

Board of Directors

Our member-elected Board ensures that every decision supports your success and strengthens our communities.

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Jeff Manderscheid

Board Chairman

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Jason Boll

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Larry Dean

Vice Chairman

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Ron Wendinger

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Ryan Ponwith

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Jon Meyer

Secretary

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Todd Kettner

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Ryan Mackenthun

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Tyler Stehr

Executive Member

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Steve Lax

Our Sales Team

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Brett Amberg

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Mark Hoekstra

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Patrick Kopesky

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Breana Lueders

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Roger Trebbensee

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Tyler Wilson

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Paul Barchenger

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Jeff Kiewatt

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Rod Kramer

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Tanner Olson

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Hank Weniger

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Jack Wolter

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Jim Carlson

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TJ Kleeberger

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Geoff Lemke

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Tyler Rock

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Bob Wilkinson

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Jeff Zarn

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Michelle Clobes

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Mitch Koepp

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Seth Lokensgard

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Morgan Rowley

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Craig Wilson

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