FCS Team
John McDaniel
CEO
Main Office
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John McDaniel
I am originally from Ohio and attended Ohio State University where I received a B.S. in Agricultural Economics. After completing my undergraduate degree I attended Iowa State University, receiving a M.S. degree in Agricultural Economics. I began a 15 year career with Anheuser-Busch and while there held a number of roles with progressive responsibilities. Then I spent 10 years with Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. as their Sr. VP of Supply Chain. I started with Farmers Coop Society in 2018 and I am very honored and excited to be part of the FCS organization. I enjoy working with our outstanding staff and serving the membership and customers of the cooperative.
Jackson Schuiteman
CFO
Main Office
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Jackson Schuiteman
I am originally from Sioux Center, Ia. This is my first year with Farmers Coop Society. Previously, I worked at Sioux Center Health for 17 years and was their CFO for the last nine years. My favorite part of working at Farmers Coop Society is being able to work in the agriculture industry and working to create value for our members.
Michael Crist
Sr. Director of HR and EHS
Office
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Michael Crist
I grew up on a small family farm in Wakonda, SD. After college, I moved back to the farm and ran the operation along with working full time. I spent 14 years working at Walmart and I was responsible for managing five different locations during my last nine years. In 2014, I decided that I needed a career that allowed me to put my family first. I got a position with Farmers Coop Society as the Human Resources Director. My favorite part of working at Farmers Coop Society are the people and growing our team for the future.
Kirk Struik
Director of Information Services
Main Office
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Kirk Struik
I’m originally from Sully, IA and I first began my professional career with Alpha Omega Publications. After that, I went to work for The Foreign Candy Company for almost two years. In 2008, I came to Farmers Coop Society where I’ve spent the last 10 years in IT. My favorite part of my job is the variety of technologies I get to work with everyday. I also enjoy being able to visit every location in the company.
Kelly Neuharth
Human Resources Associate Director
Office
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Kelly Neuharth
I grew up on a family farm in Menno, SD but currently live in Sioux Center, IA. I began my career with Farmers Coop Society in February 2018, and have responsibility for payroll, benefits, and work comp reporting. Previously, I spent 16 years with Walmart Stores Incorporated and was a Co-Manager of a Sioux Falls location. My favorite part of working at Farmers Coop Society is the variety in each day, and getting the chance to work with the divisions of FCS.
Michael DeBruin
Human Resources Specialist
Main Office
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Michael DeBruin
Mike is the new Human Resource Specialist, based out of the Sioux Center North Office. He looks forward to new challenges and applying his life experiences in a new way! Before joining our team, he worked as the City Manager of Hawarden. Mike spent 32 years working for the Municipal Government of Hawarden, most of that time was spent as a police officer and Chief of Police. Mike has spent his whole life in Hawarden. Him and his wife Leah will soon be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. They have a son and daughter as well as 7 grandkids! Outside of work Mike enjoys clay target shooting, majority trap, traveling, and spending time with family!
Jen Sawyer
Director of Marketing & Communications
Main Office
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Jen Sawyer
I am originally from Madrid, IA but live in Sheldon. I started my professional career with The Foreign Candy Company in 2011, where I worked in Marketing. I came to Farmers Coop Society in 2018 as the Communications Manager. My favorite part of my job is getting to share the stories of our employees and our customers. All of our team truly cares for our customers and puts them first.