Central Valley Ag honors employees for Years of Service at annual retreat
Feb 10, 2025
Central Valley Ag (CVA) cooperative proudly recognized employees for their dedication and commitment during the cooperative's annual Employee Retreat held January 11 in La Vista, Nebraska. The event brought together team members from across the region to celebrate milestones in service and reaffirm CVA's mission of working together to create value for its farmer-owners.
Employees reaching significant service anniversaries were honored with Years of Service awards, recognizing their hard work and contributions to CVA's continued success. From five-year honorees to employees who have dedicated several decades to the cooperative, each individual was recognized for their impact in supporting local farmers, strengthening rural communities, and upholding the cooperative spirit.
"Our employees are the foundation of Central Valley Ag," said Carl Dickinson, president and CEO of CVA. "Their dedication to serving our members and advancing agriculture is what makes our cooperative strong. This event is an opportunity to show our appreciation for their hard work and celebrate their contributions to CVA's mission."
The employee retreat also featured leadership insights, professional development sessions, and opportunities for team-building, reinforcing CVA's commitment to investing in its people.
Central Valley Ag extends its gratitude to all employees for their dedication and looks forward to continued success together.
Employees recognized for their Years of Service:
5 Years
Front (L to R): Alex Kinney, Taylor Nekuda, Brady, Kallhoff, Todd Klaschen, Doug Heberlee, Brian Mowitz, Coleman Outhet, Josh Moyer, Suzanne Hall, Jennifer Haselhorst, Mandy Jackson, Colby Wilkinson, Nathan Bracht, and Brett Hull.
Not Pictured: Colton Debower, Tristan Simons, Russ Peterson, Jim Swertzic, Tyler Eisma, Michael Quinn, Britta Kolman, Keith Rathje, Jason Beckstrom, Nancy Stewart, Cheyenne Rathe, Marinus Van Den Berg, Aurora Hancock, Venessa Fernandez, Kristin Jacobi, Connor Bloomquist, Chad Carlson, Travis Rathje, Zach Seibert, Bryce Summers, Casey Henk, Doug Lewis, Kyle Wemhoff, Tyler Harris, McGwire Mackeprang, Alexa Rasmussen, Jenifer Rothchild, Travis Smith, Dillon Sprunk, Jay Pettersen, Michael Summers, Kasey Shenshew, Lyle Soderling.
10 Years
Front (L to R): Tod Henrich, Jason Madden, Justin Whitaker, Jesse Klein, Dakota Peters, Kristin Petersen, Yvette Mentink, Brenda Meis, Kari Ebel, Jason Kreikemeier.
Not Pictured: Jay Blomenkamp, Mitch Riley, Luke Christensen, Doug Clingman, Josh Conrad, Shane Clark, Eric Rosebaugh, Jamey Snyder, Eric Powell, James Koch, Justin Kazemba, Jesse Klein, Curt Mackeprang, Chad Odvody, Loren Trube, Andy Anderson, Ryley Mohl, Casey Huckett, Jarod Podliska, Samuel Krzyzanowski, Nicholas Prochaska, Wyatt Fleming, Thomas Johnson, Jarad Hammond, Tyler Eisenmann.
15 Years
Not Pictured: Leo Vandersnick, Tom Belden, Harold Walker, Jason Kitten, Brian Hale, Daniel Boardman, Jeff Grawe, Jerry Strand, Steven Lilley, James Norris, Kevin Mozer.
20 Years
Not Pictured: Doug Walsh, Donna Jones, Richard Kreikemeier, Eileen Bode, Jesse Schindler and Amy Eisenhauer
25 Years
Not Pictured: Chuck Shurman, Chris VanKirk
30 Years
Not Pictured: David Mooney, Michael Blecher, Glen Franzluebbers, Chris Whitmore, Rob Lindberg, Gerald Dockins.
Join the CVA Team Today
With our feet firmly rooted in the past, our eyes are locked on the future at Central Valley Ag. In fact, we are so much more than row crops and grain bins. Though that's a lot of what we do, it's not all that we do. Our people are volunteers, moms and dads, sisters and brothers. Our people are CVA. WE ARE CVA. As we adapt to an ever-changing world, we invite you to be part of something more. Join the CVA team today!